The battle for hypercar supremacy has intensified as Hennessey unveiled the Venom F5-M Roadster, a 2,031 HP machine that claims the title of the world's most powerful manual-transmission production hypercar.

Set to make its global debut at the 2026 Goodwood Festival of Speed, the latest addition to the Venom F5 lineup combines a twin-turbocharged 6.6L "Fury" V8 with a gated six-speed manual gearbox, offering a driver-focused experience that stands apart in an era dominated by electrification and paddle-shift transmissions.

The F5-M is based on the Venom F5 Evolution and sends all 2,031 HP to the rear wheels through a gated manual transmission. Hennessey says revised engine management and traction control systems help deliver the immense power progressively, while the Roadster body style lets occupants experience the full soundtrack of the twin-turbo V8.

According to company founder and CEO John Hennessey, the F5-M takes the already extreme Venom F5 to another level by putting complete control in the driver's hands. He added that the combination of a gated manual gearbox and open-top design creates the most immersive driving experience the company has ever produced.

Beyond the new transmission, the F5-M also benefits from the Evolution package, which includes a revised carbon fiber chassis, updated suspension, and aerodynamic improvements.

Its most distinctive styling cue is a 55-inch dorsal fin running from the roof scoop to the rear deck, improving high-speed stability while giving the hypercar a unique profile. Inside, the cockpit revolves around the exposed billet aluminum gated shifter, reinforcing its analog, driver-first character.

Production will be limited to just 12 bespoke examples, each customized through Hennessey's Maverick personalization program. The first customer car, commissioned by a buyer from the UK, features exposed purple carbon fiber, gold accents, a 24-karat gold nose badge, and hand-painted American and British flags. It will also be the car driven by professional racer Alex Brundle during the Goodwood Hillclimb.

Priced at USD 2.65 million before taxes or PHP 163,196,275, the Venom F5-M Roadster represents one of the most exclusive hypercars on the market.

Hennessey has also confirmed that the six-speed manual transmission will eventually be offered across other Venom F5 variants, giving future buyers the option to pair the company's 2,031 HP Fury V8 with a traditional three-pedal setup.

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