McLaren’s W1 revealed
McLaren officially unveiled the W1, billed as the P1’s successor and a next‑generation hybrid hypercar heavily inspired by Formula 1 engineering. Early coverage calls it a ‘redefinition’ of modern hypercars, though McLaren is keeping detailed specs and public debut plans tightly under wraps for now (topgearbox.com).
McLaren lists the W1’s combined system output at 1,275 PS (about 1,258 hp) and a dry weight of 1,399 kg, yielding a power-to-weight ratio McLaren cites as 911 PS per tonne. (cars.mclaren.press)) The combustion heart is a new MHP‑8 4.0‑litre twin‑turbo V8 that McLaren says makes 928 PS and revs to 9,200 rpm, paired with a compact 347 PS E‑module and an eight‑speed dual‑clutch gearbox with an integrated e‑differential. (cars.mclaren.press)) McLaren claims 0–100 km/h in 2.7 seconds, 0–200 km/h in 5.8 seconds and a 0–300 km/h time under 12.8 seconds, with top speed electronically limited to about 350 km/h (217–220 mph). (topgear.com)) The car is built as a full ground‑effect road car rather than relying on a high‑mounted rear wing, and McLaren says its Aerocell monocoque integrates F1‑inspired aero channels for added downforce and balance. (cars.mclaren.com)) McLaren deployed motorsport‑grade hardware including pushrod suspension, inboard dampers and 3D‑printed suspension uprights developed with Divergent Technologies to cut weight and improve airflow. (evo.co.uk)) Production is strictly limited to 399 units, McLaren scheduled builds to start in 2025 and early reports indicate each customer allocation carried a headline price in the region of £2 million (all examples sold out at launch). (cars.mclaren.press))
