McLaren 12C
Key specifications
Differences between variants
| Specification | McLaren 12C | McLaren 12C Spider |
|---|---|---|
| Body style | Coupe | Spider |
| Power | Up to 459.69 kW | 459.69 kW |
| Production period | 2011-2014 | 2012-2014 |
Generations and variants
McLaren 12C
McLaren 12C
2011-2014- Body style
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Coupe
- Engine
- 3.8 l · Twin-turbo · V8
- Power
- Up to 459.69 kW
- Drivetrain
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Rear-wheel drive
- Transmission
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Dual-clutch· 7 speeds
McLaren 12C Spider
2012-2014- Body style
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Spider
- Engine
- 3.8 l · Twin-turbo · V8
- Power
- 459.69 kW
- Drivetrain
-
Rear-wheel drive
- Transmission
-
Dual-clutch· 7 speeds
Facts
The 12C's suspension uses hydraulically interconnected ProActive Chassis Control dampers in place of conventional anti-roll bars.
The 12C uses Brake Steer, which can brake the inside rear wheel to help the car tighten its line through a corner.
The 12C sends power to the rear wheels through a seven-speed dual-clutch SSG transmission.
The 12C develops a maximum of 600 Nm.
In its later specification, the 12C's engine produces 625 PS.
The 12C uses a mid-mounted 3,799 cc twin-turbo V8 with dry-sump lubrication.
The 12C was built around a one-piece carbon-fibre MonoCell tub that became the basis of subsequent series-production McLarens.
The 12C has a quoted top speed of 333 km/h.
McLaren quotes a 0-100 km/h time of 3.1 seconds for the 12C.
The 12C was McLaren Automotive's first series-production road car after the F1.