McLaren has officially unveiled its all-new W1 model, which serves as the brand's flagship sports car. In addition to featuring a completely new exterior design, the vehicle is equipped with a V8 hybrid system, providing further enhancements in performance.
In terms of exterior design, the front of the new car adopts McLaren's latest family-style design language. The front hood features large air ducts that enhance aerodynamic performance. The headlights are treated with a smoked finish, giving them a sharp look, and there are additional air ducts beneath the lights, further emphasizing its sporty character.
The grille has a bold, exaggerated design, equipped with complex aerodynamic components, and extensively uses lightweight materials. The sides feature a fang-like shape, while the center is designed with a polygonal air intake. The front lip is also aggressively styled, delivering a strong visual impact.
The company states that the new car utilizes an aerodynamic platform designed specifically for road sports cars, drawing inspiration from the Aerocell monocoque structure. The side profile features the classic supercar shape with a low-slung body, and the fastback design is highly aerodynamic. The front and rear fenders are equipped with air ducts, and there are wide-body kits along the side skirts, paired with five-spoke wheels to further enhance the sporty feel.
Pirelli has developed three tire options specifically for the McLaren W1. The standard tires are from the P ZERO™ Trofeo RS series, with the front tires sized at 265/35 and the rear tires at 335/30. Optional tires include the Pirelli P ZERO™ R, designed for road driving, and the Pirelli P ZERO™ Winter 2, which are specialized winter tires. The front brakes are equipped with 6-piston calipers, while the rear brakes feature 4-piston calipers, both using a forged monoblock design. The braking distance from 100 to 0 km/h is 29 meters, and from 200 to 0 km/h is 100 meters.
The aerodynamics of the entire vehicle is highly sophisticated. The airflow path from the front wheel arches to the high-temperature radiators has been optimized first, providing additional cooling capacity for the powertrain. The outward-protruding doors feature large hollow designs, channeling airflow from the front wheel arches through the exhaust outlets towards two large air intakes located in front of the rear wheels. The triangular structure that directs airflow to the high-temperature radiators has a downward-cut design, with a second air intake inside, positioned in front of the rear wheels. Virtually all the airflow passing through the body is efficiently utilized.
The rear of the car is equally bold in design, featuring a large rear wing on top. The exhaust system adopts a centrally positioned dual-exit layout, with a honeycomb structure surrounding it for added aesthetic appeal. The lower rear bumper is fitted with an aggressively styled diffuser. The active rear wing is driven by four electric motors, allowing it to move both vertically and horizontally. Depending on the driving mode (road or track mode), it can extend 300 millimeters backward and adjust its gap for optimized aerodynamics.
In terms of dimensions, the McLaren W1 measures 4635 mm in length, 2191 mm in width, and 1182 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2680 mm. Thanks to the Aerocell monocoque structure, even with a wheelbase shortened by nearly 70 mm, the interior offers more legroom for passengers. Additionally, both the pedals and the steering wheel can be adjusted, allowing the driver to find the ideal seating position for optimal comfort and control.
The interior design is not as bold as the exterior, featuring a three-spoke multifunction steering wheel, a fully digital instrument cluster, an integrated central control screen, and an electronic gear shift system. The center console has a strong sense of layering, and the rear 3/4 section is fitted with glass windows. An optional upper-door glass panel is available, along with a 3mm thick carbon fiber sunshade.
In terms of power, the new McLaren W1 is equipped with a hybrid system that combines a 4.0L twin-turbo V8 engine with an electric motor. The engine delivers a maximum power output of 928 horsepower, while the electric motor produces 347 horsepower, giving the system a total combined output of 1275 horsepower and a peak torque of 1340 Nm. It is paired with an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission, which integrates a separate electric motor specifically for reverse gear.
The curb weight of the new McLaren W1 is 1399 kg, resulting in a power-to-weight ratio of 911 horsepower per ton. Thanks to this, it can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 2.7 seconds, 0 to 200 km/h in 5.8 seconds, and 0 to 300 km/h in 12.7 seconds. It is equipped with a 1.384 kWh battery pack, enabling a forced pure electric mode with a range of 2 km.
Post time: Oct-08-2024
