Most powerful V12 hypercar in the world will hit 280mph and have 32 pistons
Published on Jun 26, 2025 at 1:55 PM (UTC+4)
by Callum Tokody
Last updated on Jun 26, 2025 at 1:55 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Kate Bain
The most powerful V12 hypercar in the world pairs a quad-turbo engine with bespoke hypercar brakes to achieve a projected top speed of 280mph.
Known as the Zenvo Aurora, this Danish-built performance machine delivers a total of 1,850 horsepower through a hybrid-assisted 12-cylinder setup.
The car’s design places equal focus on outright power and precise control.
With 32 pistons across the engine and brake system, the Aurora brings both to the table in record numbers.
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The Zenvo Aurora has the most powerful V12 ever installed in a road car
Zenvo has confirmed that the Aurora will use a 6.6-liter quad-turbo engine developed by Mahle Powertrain.
The engine produces 1,250 horsepower on its own, while the hybrid system pushes total output to 1,850 horsepower.
That makes it the most powerful V12 ever installed in a road car.
To control that performance, Zenvo turned to Alcon for a dedicated set of hypercar brakes.
The front calipers feature six pistons each, while the rears add four more per side.
In total, 20 pistons are used solely for braking.
Combined with the 12 pistons from the V12 engine, that brings the total to 32.
These brakes use carbon-ceramic rotors reinforced with silicon carbide, which improves thermal resistance and saves weight.
According to Alcon’s Steve Hodgkins, the goal was to develop a system that provides consistent pedal feel, maximum heat tolerance, and no compromise in stopping force.
Zenvo’s CTO, Jon Gunner, stated that high output is only one part of the story.
Driver feedback, braking confidence, and overall usability are just as important when developing a truly high-performance hypercar.
Why the Zenvo Aurora matters beyond the numbers
Production of the Aurora will be limited to 100 units, split between two variants.
The Agil will be track-focused, emphasizing downforce and cornering speed.
The Tur will be the road-going model, prioritizing top speed and grand touring comfort.
Both versions will share the same quad-turbo engine and most powerful V12 configuration.
They will also use the same carbon fiber chassis platform, designed to be modular and scalable for future Zenvo projects.
The car’s performance targets are ambitious.
A 0 to 249mph sprint is expected to take just 17 seconds, three seconds quicker than the Koenigsegg Regera.
The Aurora is expected to go into production in 2026, with more details set to follow in the coming months.
The Zenvo Aurora marks a new chapter in boutique hypercar engineering.
With the most powerful V12, a cutting-edge quad-turbo engine, and high-performance hypercar brakes, it pushes the boundaries of what is possible from a limited-run road car.
If the final product lives up to its specs, it could set a new benchmark for the category.
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Callum Tokody is a content writer at Supercar Blondie, where he covers the latest in the automotive world with a focus on design and performance. Callum has a background in automotive journalism and has contributed to a range of publications in Australia and the UK. Outside of work, he’s a design enthusiast with a soft spot for anything with a V8 and a good story.
