Hennessey Project Deep Space - electric hyper-GT with six wheels!

He wanted to do something again that didn't exist yet: An electric luxury hyper sports car with four seats in a "diamond arrangement" including VVIP seat with the luxury of a private jet. For this, Hennessey then needs seven meters in length and six wheels. However, they will "in the meantime" continue to build combustion engines: In the next phase of the strategic product plan, three completely new vehicles are to be introduced in the next 10 years. Nathan Malinick, Hennessey Director of Design, explains:

"In the Deep Space project, we have fused the essence of the grand tourers of the early 20th century with an extraordinary hyper-GT form that leaves no doubt about its capabilities and intentions."

The completely new model is supposed to turn the concept of the EV hypercar on its head and simultaneously showcase the design philosophy of the "art of reduction". In typical American fashion, Malinick explains:

"By combining Hennessey's passion for performance with the pinnacle of automotive luxury, we will offer our customers the best of both worlds: a central driving position, plenty of space for passengers and luggage, and class-leading performance. The result of our advanced development program will be a car like no other."

105 units are to be built starting in 2026

Hennessey plans the six-wheel drive to provide six times 400 HP, totaling 2,400 HP, which will ensure acceleration to 100 km/h in less than two seconds with more traction. Thanks to the diamond seating arrangement—with the driver in the center and reclining seats in the back—the luxury of a private jet is to come to the hyper-GT segment, with all seats providing endless legroom. Design Director Nathan Malinick’s experience in customizing Embraer jets aids in this endeavor.

The "Project Deep Space" will feature an ultra-light carbon-fiber chassis and body parts as well as large wing doors. The interior will be equipped with the highest quality materials - custom orders will allow discerning customers to design the electric hyper-GT to their liking. John Hennessey sees the six wheels as a guarantee for grip:

"I have been building some of the fastest vehicles in the world for decades, but they have always been limited in their performance by mechanical grip. The electric drive on six wheels is the solution. The technology is unparalleled in this segment - both forward-thinking and innovative. Our design and development team is excited to shape the future."

Hennessey Special Vehicles will build the new electric Hyper-GT at its state-of-the-art production facility in Sealy, Texas. Hennessey will closely collaborate with technology partners such as Shell Pennzoil and Delta Cosworth in the development of the electrified powertrain. The Texas facility, where the Hennessey Venom F5 hypercar is currently being produced, is adjacent to the Hennessey Performance facility, where more than 600 high-performance vehicles and trucks are manufactured annually.The production of the six-wheeled hypercar, priced from $3 million, is set to begin in 2026.

"I recently had the opportunity to visit the Hennessey team and hear the exciting news about their electric hypercar," said Carlos Maurer, EVP of Sectors & Decarbonization at Shell. He added:

"It is clear that electric vehicles will play an increasingly important role in mobility. Our collaboration with Hennessey will provide us with an extreme testing ground for the development of our own innovative fluids and lubricants, as we strive to be at the forefront of this transition to a lower-carbon future."

What does that mean?

Electromobility is reaching ever wilder heights: Watch the video: When John Hennessy initially explains what Nathan Malinick should draw on an envelope for lack of paper, one is still surprised by the sensible guidelines. But Hennessey wouldn't be Hennessey if it didn't require six wheels, seven meters in length, and 2400 hp.