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McLaren W1

Production2026–
CategoryHypercar
Status
In production
Previous model
Model
McLaren W1
Manufacturer

Key specifications

Body style
Coupe
Engine
4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 hybrid
Power
1275 PS combined
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel drive
Transmission
Dual-clutch · 8 speeds

Generations and variants

Generation

McLaren W1 - production series

2026– W1
Variant

McLaren W1

2026–
Body style
Coupe
Engine
4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 hybrid
Power
1275 PS combined
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel drive
Transmission
Dual-clutch
· 8 speeds

Facts

Engineering

McLaren quotes a minimum dry weight of 1,399 kg for the W1.

Engineering

The W1 uses an Active Long Tail rear wing that changes position to manage downforce and drag.

Engineering

The W1 is built around a new carbon-fibre Aerocell monocoque with integrated aerodynamic features.

Engineering

Despite producing more than 1,200 PS, the W1 sends all propulsion exclusively to the rear wheels.

Engineering

The W1 uses a new 4.0-litre MHP-8 twin-turbo V8 paired with a hybrid module.

Engineering

The W1 powertrain develops a maximum of 1,340 Nm.

Engineering

The W1's hybrid powertrain produces a maximum combined output of 1,275 PS.

Records

McLaren quotes a 0–200 km/h time of 5.8 seconds for the W1.

Records

The W1 accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 2.7 seconds.

Production

McLaren limited W1 production to 399 examples.

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