Hennessey Venom F5 Evolution: Engineering America's Ultimate 2,031 HP Hypercar

Unprecedented Power and Performance

At the heart of the Venom F5 Evolution lies “Fury” – Hennessey’s bespoke 6.6-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine that has been significantly enhanced through a partnership with Ilmor Engineering. The result is nothing short of extraordinary: 2,031 horsepower at 8,000 rpm and 1,445 lb-ft of torque at 5,200 rpm, making it the world’s most powerful internal combustion road car engine.

The performance figures are equally impressive. The Venom F5 Evolution accelerates from 0 to 200 mph in just 10.3 seconds – a feat that places it in rarefied air even among the world’s most exclusive hypercars. This extraordinary acceleration comes courtesy of several key engineering enhancements:

• Precision 76/80 Next Gen turbochargers – the largest mirror image turbos in the world
• Ilmor-designed oval-shaped billet aluminum pistons with optimized profile geometry
• Lightweight titanium valve covers for reduced mass
• Larger high-flow fuel injectors for improved combustion
• Shell E85 environmentally friendly pump fuel compatibility

Revolutionary Design and Aerodynamics

The Venom F5 Evolution’s performance capabilities are matched by its aerodynamic prowess. Working with renowned Formula One and IndyCar aerodynamicist Dr. Mark Handford, Hennessey’s engineering team conducted extensive wind tunnel testing to optimize every aspect of the car’s aerodynamic profile.

Key aerodynamic enhancements include:

Advanced Chassis and Adaptive Suspension

The Venom F5 Evolution introduces a revolutionary adaptive suspension system that transforms the car’s character based on the selected driving mode. This mode-adaptive suspension automatically adjusts ride height, damping, roll resistance, pitch control, and steering responsiveness to match the driver’s intentions.

The suspension system is individually tuned to the Venom F5’s five selectable modes:

This adaptive system delivers greater confidence when pushing hard on inconsistent road surfaces while also absorbing bumps and compressions to make touring more relaxed. On track, the enhanced suspension allows drivers to hold racing lines more consistently and ride curbs harder, benefiting from increased grip and turn-in precision.

Refined Comfort and Touring Capabilities

Recognizing that many Venom F5 owners enjoy taking their hypercars on extended road trips and rallies, Hennessey has developed a set of ‘Touring’ options that enhance comfort without compromising the car’s performance DNA.

The optional Touring enhancements include:

• Touring Carbon Seats with additional bolstering for long-distance comfort
• Optional touring exhaust system with adjustable sound levels
• Carbon fiber drinks holder for extended journeys
• Leather-wrapped interior elements with “blast off” laser-cut design

These refinements demonstrate Hennessey’s commitment to creating a hypercar that excels not just in outright performance but also in real-world usability – a rare combination in the hypercar segment.

Evolution: Advancing Beyond the Standard F5

The Venom F5 Evolution represents a significant advancement over the already impressive standard Venom F5. This evolution was driven by customer feedback and Hennessey’s relentless pursuit of performance perfection.

Key improvements in the Evolution package include:

The Evolution package is available for both newly ordered F5 models and to all existing Venom F5 owners across the Coupe, Roadster, and Revolution variants at a cost of $285,000, with optional Touring upgrades available at an additional cost.

Market Position and Competitor Comparison

The Hennessey Venom F5 Evolution stands at the pinnacle of the hypercar market, particularly among those powered by internal combustion engines. Its closest competitors include the Bugatti Chiron Super Sport, Koenigsegg Jesko, and Pagani Utopia.

The Venom F5 Evolution distinguishes itself with class-leading power figures and acceleration metrics, cementing Hennessey’s position as a premier hypercar manufacturer capable of competing with established European marques.

Exclusivity and Availability

True to the hypercar tradition, the Hennessey Venom F5 Evolution maintains an extremely limited production run. Across all variants (Coupe, Roadster, and Revolution), no more than 99 Venom F5 models will be built, ensuring exclusivity for discerning collectors.

According to Hennessey, all Coupe and Revolution Roadster models are already sold out, with only a handful of Roadster and Revolution coupe variants remaining available. For those interested in securing one of the final examples of this extraordinary hypercar, direct contact with Hennessey Special Vehicles is essential.

The Future of American Hypercar Engineering

The Hennessey Venom F5 Evolution represents the pinnacle of American hypercar engineering – a testament to what’s possible when traditional internal combustion technology is pushed to its absolute limits. In an automotive landscape increasingly dominated by electrification, the F5 Evolution stands as a defiant celebration of mechanical engineering excellence.

With its extraordinary power, meticulously developed aerodynamics, innovative adaptive suspension, and thoughtful touring enhancements, the Venom F5 Evolution delivers a driving experience that few cars on earth can match. It’s not merely a hypercar; it’s a rolling laboratory of performance innovation and a statement of American engineering prowess on the global stage.