Introducing the McLaren W1: The Apex of Hybrid Supercar Innovation from McLaren's Esteemed Lineage
The revolutionary McLaren W1 heralds a new era as the distinguished successor to the iconic McLaren F1 and McLaren P1™, advancing the revered McLaren ‘1’ series to unprecedented performance heights.
Crafted with McLaren's hallmark of peerless performance, the W1 harmoniously blends formidable power with cutting-edge aerodynamics and a lightweight chassis. This supercar embodies supreme dynamic excellence and the purest connection between driver and car, providing an ideal driving environment across all conditions alongside spectacular visual and auditory drama.
Leveraging decades of lightweight engineering prowess and aerodynamic refinement inspired by its racing pedigree and a championship-winning philosophy, McLaren has applied this extensive knowledge to the W1. The engineering team contributing to 16 McLaren Formula 1 World Championships has created McLaren’s most focused and capable supercar.
Michael Leiters, Chief Executive Officer at McLaren Automotive, explains, “The McLaren W1 celebrates the excellence of both the McLaren F1 and McLaren P1™, reflecting McLaren’s championship ethos. This ultimate supercar shifts the boundaries with its hybrid powertrain featuring our innovative MHP-8 V8 engine, the most advanced aerodynamic framework of any McLaren road car, and the extensive use of pioneering materials, providing a sublime track and road driving experience.”
The W1 excels in adaptability, proving equally formidable on the circuit and the road and setting new benchmarks as the quickest McLaren road-legal supercar in both lap times and acceleration. The exhilaration of driving the W1 is intensified by its revolutionary high-downforce, low-drag, ground-effect aerodynamics and a transformative adaptation from Road to Race mode, significantly lowering the ride height and optimising the suspension for track performance.
At its core, the W1 features a state-of-the-art High-Performance Hybrid powertrain, including the all-new MHP-8 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 engine paired with a powerful E-module. This formidable combination unleashes a staggering 1275PS, redefining performance standards within the supercar realm.
Marking the 50th anniversary of Emerson Fittipaldi’s McLaren Formula 1 Championship on October 6th, 2024, the W1’s public debut commemorates this historic milestone and celebrates McLaren’s enduring legacy in merging racetrack prowess with road performance.
In essence, the McLaren W1 is not just a continuation of its forebears but a comprehensive redefinition of what a hybrid supercar can accomplish. It offers an unrivalled fusion of innovation, performance, and driving exhilaration.
