Zenvo Aurora debuts with a 1850-hp hybrid V12 engine that promises to revolutionize hypercars

Zenvo Aurora debuts with a 1850 hp hybrid V-12 engine that promises to revolutionize hypercars (Instagram @zenvoautomotive)

The Zenvo is about to launch the Aurora, a hypercar that promises to impress with the most powerful V-12 engine ever installed in a production car.

Named Mjølner, after Thor’s hammer from Norse mythology, the hypercar’s engine was developed in partnership with German expert Mahle. It boasts a 6.6-liter capacity, four turbochargers, and hybrid technology with three electric motors, achieving an impressive combined 1850 hp. The engine alone delivers 1250 hp and reaches 9800 rpm, providing track-worthy performance.

The Mjølner brings innovations such as Mahle’s jet ignition system, which replaces the traditional spark plug with a pre-chamber system for more efficient combustion, allowing the engine to run on synthetic fuels while still meeting strict European emission standards.

The car will be available in two versions: one with all-wheel drive for the streets and another with rear-wheel drive, aimed at the tracks.

In addition to the immediate impact of the Aurora, the Mjølner technology could be used in smaller engine versions, such as V6 and V8, paving the way for future applications in other Zenvo models or even in cars from other brands.

But exclusivity comes at a price: the Zenvo Aurora will cost nearly $3 million, reinforcing the idea that, like Thor’s hammer, this power will only be accessible to a select few.

Source: Car and Driver | Photo: Instagram @zenvoautomotive | This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.