The McLaren W1 (codenamed P18) is an upcoming supercar from the British automobile manufacturer McLaren Automotive, set to be produced from 2025. It is the heir to the McLaren F1 and McLaren P1.
McLaren W1 | |
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | McLaren |
Model code | P18 |
Production | 2025 (to commence) |
Assembly | Woking, United Kingdom |
Body and chassis | |
Class | Supercar |
Body style | 2 doors, 2 seats |
Platform | McLaren Carbon Fibre Lightweight Architecture (MCLA) |
Powertrain | |
Engine | Hybrid V8 |
Transmission | Robotic 8-speed dual-clutch + electric reverse |
Chronology | |
Predecessor | McLaren P1 |
Overview
editThe McLaren W1 is based on the McLaren Carbon Lightweight Architecture (MCLA) carbon fiber architecture. This would be the 6th instalment in the McLaren Ultimate Series. The W1 is the most powerful road going McLaren to ever be built. The car’s predecessor, the McLaren P1, was mainly based on McLaren’s Formula 1 cars. The car was unveiled in the McLaren technology center, in Woking, Britain. The car is perceived to be a part of the next Holy Trinity of Cars by the internet. It is thought that the McLaren F1 Team played a role in the research and development of the W1.
References
edit- ^ Laurent Sanson (September 27, 2024). "McLaren W1 2025: The ultimate supercar approaching". Auto-Mag.
- ^ https://www.carscoops.com/2024/09/mclaren-teases-p1-successor-ahead-of-october-6-unveiling/