Top 10 Cars Ever Debuted at Goodwood Festival of Speed!
November 10, 2025From record-breaking hypercars to legendary supercars, the Goodwood Festival of Speed has debuted some of the most unforgettable cars in motorsport. Discover ten standout machines that left their mark on the iconic hill climb.
Each year, the Goodwood Festival of Speed stands as a celebration of automotive excellence — a unique meeting point for innovation, heritage, and performance. From groundbreaking electric concepts to the debut of future icons, Goodwood’s famous hill climb has played host to some of the most anticipated car unveilings in modern motoring. Over the decades, it has become more than an event; it’s a global stage where brands showcase vision, craftsmanship, and engineering brilliance. Here are ten of the most remarkable cars ever to make their debut at the Festival of Speed.
From pioneering EVs to record-breaking hyper cars, these debuts have defined eras, pushed boundaries, and captured the spirit of Goodwood itself. Each model brought something unforgettable to the hill — whether through innovation, power, or pure spectacle. Here are the standout machines that made history at the Festival of Speed.
McMurtry Spéirling
The McMurtry Spéirling stole the show at the 2022 Goodwood Festival of Speed, setting a record-breaking hill climb time of 39.08 seconds with former F1 driver Max Chilton at the wheel. This tiny, all-electric British hyper car uses fan-powered downforce — literally sucking itself to the ground — to achieve mind-bending acceleration. Compact, futuristic, and outrageously fast, it redefined what’s possible for electric performance and became an instant Goodwood legend.
McMurtry Spéirling at Goodwood Festival of Speed
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Aston Martin Valkyrie
First seen in dynamic action at Goodwood in 2021, the Aston Martin Valkyrie is the closest thing to a Formula 1 car for the road. Designed in collaboration with Red Bull Racing and F1 genius Adrian Newey, it pairs a naturally aspirated V12 engine with an electric motor to produce over 1,100 horsepower. Every curve, vent, and detail is sculpted for speed, making its Goodwood debut a breath-taking showcase of British engineering at its boldest.
Aston Martin Valkyrie racing at Goodwood Festival of Speed 2021
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Porsche 963
The Porsche 963 made its public debut at Goodwood in 2022, unveiling Porsche’s next-generation Le Mans prototype racer. Built to compete in endurance racing’s top tier, this hybrid powerhouse combines cutting-edge efficiency with the brand’s unmistakable motorsport pedigree. Its appearance at Goodwood wasn’t just a reveal — it was a statement that Porsche’s racing legacy is far from over.
Porshce 963 going through the start line at Goodwood Festival of Speed 2022.
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MG Cyberster
MG returned to its sporty roots at Goodwood 2023 with the world debut of the MG Cyberster, a fully electric convertible that blends modern technology with classic British charm. With its sleek design, scissor doors, and nostalgic nod to the brand’s roadster heritage, the Cyberster represents a new era for MG — one where electric power meets timeless style. Its lively run up the hill proved that MG’s spirit of fun driving is very much alive.
MG Cyberster racing at Goodwood Festival of Speed 2023.
McLaren P1
The McLaren P1 wowed crowds when it made its public debut at Goodwood in 2013. As one of the original “holy trinity” of hybrid hyper cars (alongside the LaFerrari and Porsche 918 Spyder), it showcased McLaren’s obsession with combining aerodynamics, power, and technology. With 903bhp and a futuristic silhouette, the P1 symbolised the start of a new hybrid performance era — and looked every bit at home flying up the hill climb.
McLaren P1 racing at Goodwood Festival of Speed 2013
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Bugatti Chiron
The Bugatti Chiron’s first UK dynamic appearance at Goodwood in 2016 drew huge crowds — and for good reason. With a monstrous 1,479 horsepower W16 engine and a top speed well beyond 250mph, the Chiron embodied pure mechanical theatre. Its presence at Goodwood wasn’t about breaking records, but about showing the world what limitless engineering and craftsmanship truly look like.
Bugatti Chivron car that raced at Goodwood Festival of Speed
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Lotus Evija
The Lotus Evija, unveiled at Goodwood in 2019, marked a bold new chapter for the iconic British brand. As Lotus’s first all-electric hyper car, it packs nearly 2,000 horsepower yet maintains the brand’s signature focus on lightweight design and agility. Its sleek, sculpted body and futuristic detailing turned heads, signalling Lotus’s confident leap into the electric era.
Lotus Evija Goodwood Festival of Speed.
Mercedes-AMG One
After years of anticipation, the Mercedes-AMG One finally made its Goodwood debut in 2022, thrilling fans with the roar of its Formula 1-derived hybrid engine. Using actual F1 technology — including a 1.6-litre turbocharged V6 from Mercedes’ championship-winning cars — the AMG One blurs the line between racetrack and road. Its appearance at Goodwood was more than a launch; it was a showcase of technical mastery brought to life.
Mercedes-AMG One.
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Ford GT
The modern Ford GT made its UK debut at Goodwood in 2016, reviving the spirit of the legendary Le Mans-winning GT40. With its carbon-fibre body, twin-turbo V6 engine, and aerodynamic finesse, it was a perfect blend of history and innovation. Its run up the Goodwood hill climb was both a tribute to Ford’s racing heritage and a glimpse of its futuristic engineering prowess.
Ford GT climbing the hill at Goodwood Festival of Speed.
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Jaguar Project 8
Goodwood 2017 saw Jaguar unveil one of its wildest creations — the XE SV Project 8. This track-focused super saloon, built by Jaguar’s Special Vehicle Operations team, boasted a 5.0-litre V8 and aggressive aero styling. It became the most powerful road car Jaguar had ever made, proving that luxury and raw racing spirit could coexist beautifully.
Jaguar project 8 racing at Goodwood Festival of Speed 2017.
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The Goodwood Festival of Speed continues to be where the automotive world unveils its most daring dreams. From record-breaking innovation to nostalgic reinvention, every debut tells a story of passion, progress, and performance. And as the engines roar and the crowds cheer, one thing’s certain — the hill climb will always be the ultimate stage for speed.
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