McLaren GT
| McLaren GT | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | McLaren Automotive |
| Production | 2019–present |
| Assembly | Woking,Surrey,England, United Kingdom |
| Designer | Robert Melville |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Grand tourer(S) |
| Layout | Rear mid-engine, rear-wheel drive |
| Platform | MonoCell II-Tcarbon-fibre monocoque[1] |
| Doors | Butterfly |
| Related | |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 4.0 LM840TEtwin-turbochargedV8 |
| Power output | 620 PS (456 kW; 612 hp) |
| Transmission | 7-speeddual-clutch |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm (105.1 in) |
| Length | 4,683 mm (184.4 in) |
| Width | 2,095 mm (82.5 in) |
| Height | 1,213 mm (47.8 in) |
| Kerb weight | 1,530 kg (3,373 lb) |
| Chronology | |
| Successor | McLaren GTS |
TheMcLaren GTis a two seatgrand tourerdesigned and manufactured by British automobile manufacturerMcLaren Automotive.It is the company's first dedicatedgrand tourerand is based on the same platform underpinning the720Swith the addition of a carbon fiber rear deck topped by a glazed tailgate creating significantly greater storage capacity.[2]
The GT was first announced at the2019 Geneva Motor Show,but full details of the car were not released until May 15 of the same year.[3]
In December 2023 Mclaren announced GTS as a successor to the GT which is based on the same platform as GT with some new design changes, reduced weight and improved power out from the same 4 liters V8 turbocharges engine. The GTS is set to arrive in dealership in 2024.[4]
Specifications
Engine
The GT features a new variation of the 3,994 cc (4.0 L; 243.7 cu in)twin-turbochargedM840TV8 enginefound in the720S.[5]Having a new dedicated codename of M840TE, the new engine has smaller turbochargers that deliver lower peak performance than itsSuper Seriesvariant but greater low RPM-performance and responsiveness. The GT has a rated power output of 620 PS (456 kW; 612 hp) at 7,000 rpm, and the maximum torque is 465 lb⋅ft (630 N⋅m) at 5,500 rpm.[3]
Suspension
The suspension system in the GT is also derived from the system in the 720S. The car utilizesdouble wishbonesat the front and rear axles, and a modified version of theProActive Chassis Control IIactive damping system called Proactive Damping Control.[6]
Performance
The company claims that the GT has a top speed of 326.7 km/h (203 mph), it can accelerate from 0 to 970–97 km/h (0–60 mph) in 3.1 seconds, and 0–200 km/h (0–124 mph) in 9 seconds.
Interior
The McLaren GT features 150 liters of storage space at the front and 420 liters in the rear, accommodating a full-sized set of golf clubs.
Napa leather is standard upholstery, but drivers can also choose from a softer hide made by Bridge of Weir Leather in Scotland or in the future, cashmere. The new comfort seats have increased shoulder padding and back support, with electrical adjustment and heating as standard on Pioneer and Luxe models. A 7-inch touchscreen mounted in the center controls a revamped infotainment system and is supplemented by a 12.3 inch driver information display which changes in layout depending on whether Comfort, Sport or Track mode is selected.
References
- ^abKatsianis, Jordan (15 May 2019)."New McLaren GT revealed – 611bhp grand tourer to rival Aston Martin and Ferrari".Evo.Retrieved21 May2019.
- ^Turpen, Aaron (16 May 2019)."McLaren unveils GT Superlight".New Atlas.
- ^abGolson, Daniel (7 May 2019)."McLaren's New" Grand Tourer "Supercar, the GT, Debuts On May 15".Car and Driver.
- ^"2024 McLaren GTS unleashed as 467kW GT successor".Driven Car Guide.27 December 2023.Retrieved29 December2023.
- ^Duff, Mike (15 May 2019)."The 2020 McLaren GT Is a Mid-Engined Supercar Built for Luxurious Grand Touring".Car and Driver.
- ^Karr, Anthony (15 May 2019)."McLaren GT Debuts As The Practical Supercar With 620 HP".motor1.com.
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