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McLaren P1 is among the most renowned hypercars in the 21st century.
A combination of advanced technology, outrageous performance and space-age style, the P1 was McLaren’s response to the holy trinity of hypercars — Porsche 918 Spyder and Ferrari LaFerrari.

The McLaren P1 is broken down in more details in bullets as presented below:

General Overview

• Model: McLaren Automotive
• Years of production: 2013–2015
• Total Units Produced: 375 units
• Type of the car: Hypercar
• Style: 2-door coupé
• Manufacturing and Assembly Address: Woking, Surrey, England

Powertrain & Performance

• 8-litre twin-turbocharged V8 (M838TQ)
• Electric Motor: E-motor developed by McLaren
• Total Power Output:
  • Petrol Engine: 727 hp (542 kW)
  • Electric Motor: 177 hp (132 kW)
  • Total Power: 903 hp (673 kW) and 900 Nm torque
• Transmission: 7-speed dual-clutch Graziano transmission
• Type of drive: Rear-wheel drive

Electric Features

• Type of Battery: Lithium high-density battery pack
• Electric-Only Range: 11 km (6.8 miles) full-electric range
• Charging Time: Pretty close to 2 hours of plug-in
• Recharging ability: Regenerative braking and recharging at the plug-in
• Hybrid System Focus: Torque fill, zero turbo lag: Power boost

Performance Figures

• 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph): 2.8 seconds
• 0–200 km/h (0–124 mph): 6.8 seconds
• 0–300 km/h (0–186 mph): 16.5 seconds
• Maximum Speed: Speed electronically limited to 350 km/h (217 mph)
• Quarter-Mile Time: 9.8 seconds (or so)

Chassis & Suspension

• Chassis: Carbon-fiber monocoque with MonoCage structure
• Weight: 1,490 kg (3,285 lbs) (dry weight)

Suspension:

• RaceActive Chassis Control (RCC)
• Hydraulic actuated adaptive suspension system
• Height-adjustable, stiffness-adjustable (wet/road)

Brakes:

• Carbon-ceramic discs
• Designed together with Akebono
• Integration of regenerative braking
• Tires: Pirelli P-Zero Corsa, specially developed for the P1

Aerodynamics

Active Aerodynamics:

• Automatic adjusting rear wing (extendable up to 300mm)
• DRS (Drag Reduction System) F1 inspired
• Increased downforce and cooling by use of front flaps

Downforce:

• Up to 600 kg at 260 km/h (161 mph)
• Adjustable for road / track

Design Concentration:

• Venturi tunnels
• Flat underdrawing
• Splitters and diffusers for effective air flow

Technology & Electronics

IPAS (Instant Power Assist System):

• Provides complete electric power enhancement immediately
• Turned on by steering wheel button

DRS (Drag Reduction System):

• Minimizes drag by lowering the angle of rear wing
• Manually activated, like in F1
• Traction & Stability Control: Electronic stability programs, multi-level

Driving Modes:

• Electric only (E-mode)
• Normal
• Sport
• Track
• Race mode (car height and suspension stiffen, optimized aero)

Interior & Features

• Design: Controlled minimalist, weight-saving philosophy

Materials Used:

• Carbon fiber bucket seats
• Carbon fiber and Alcantara trim
• Removable lightweight carpeting

Infotainment:

• Entry-level touch-screen solution
• Navigation and media
• None of the frills, it was constructed to perform

Seating:

• Two-seat configuration
• Carbon racing seats that are light in weight
• Steering Wheel: The idea came from McLaren MP4-23 F1 car

Exterior Design

Styling:

• Forceful, sleek and intentional
• LED lamps with unique McLaren headlamp design
• Dihedral doors (butterfly style)

Paint Options:

• Customisation by McLaren Special Operations (MSO)
• Numerous unique one-off color schemes

Remarkable Design Elements:

• Exposed carbon fiber panels
• Actively adjustable rear spoiler
• Race car-like diffuser and side skirts

Environmental & Emissions

• CO₂ Emissions: 194 g/km (combined)

Fuel Economy:

• Hybrid: ~34 mpg (imperial)
• Depends on driving style

Eco Approach:

• More focused on performance hybrid than environmental sustainability
• Nevertheless, lower emissions for a car in this performance category

Legacy & Impact

Global Ranking in McLaren Lineup:

• Part of McLaren’s Ultimate Series
• Fastest accelerating car
• Displacement: 3.8 liters
• Where: Silverstone Circuit
• World Record Attempted: 238.83 mph
• Was in the wake of the legendary McLaren F1
• Prettier than the McLaren Speedtail predecessor

Direct Competitors:

• Ferrari LaFerrari
• Porsche 918 Spyder

Market Reception:

• Consistently praised for handling, design and innovation
• Considered one of the most balanced hypercars of the era

High-Profile Owners:

• Sizeable number of celebrities and collectors (e.g., Jay Leno, Lewis Hamilton)

Pricing & Value

• Original Price: About £866,000 (approx. $1.15 million USD)

Current Cost (2025):

• Depends on condition and rarity
• Currently trading between $1.5 million – $2.5+ million on the secondary market

Special Editions:

• McLaren P1 GTR: The track-only model, 986 hp
• P1 LM: Road-going variant of GTR built by Lanzante

McLaren P1 GTR – Track-Only Monster

• Publication Date: 2015
• Power Output: 986 hp (735 kW)

Weight Savings:

• Stripped the interior
• Removed road gear
• Production: 58 units

Track-Only Features:

• Roll cage
• Sticky tyres
• Aerodynamic improvement
• DRS fixed rear wing
• Racing suspension

Interesting Facts

• Name Meaning: P1 stands for “Position 1” — the pole position in racing

Formula 1 Influence:

• Extensive tech trickled down from McLaren F1 team

Lap Time Goals:

• Goal: Nürburgring under 7 minutes
• Actual time never officially published

Customization:

• Almost all cars were custom-built
• Clients partnered with McLaren Special Operations (MSO)