McLaren W1 - Unforgiving Hot Weather Testing

The McLaren W1 redefines supercar performance with its groundbreaking hybrid powertrain and unmatched speed. At the heart of the W1 is a 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine that produces an astonishing 928PS, paired with a powerful E-module that adds 347PS for a combined total of 1275PS. This makes the W1 the most powerful McLaren road car ever, delivering jaw-dropping acceleration figures: 0-100 km/h in just 2.7 seconds, 0-200 km/h in 5.8 seconds, and an unbelievable 0-300 km/h in under 12.7 seconds. Its top speed is electronically limited to 350 km/h.

The McLaren W1 continues to redefine performance and driver engagement on both on the track and the open road. In the countdown to customer delivery, our team travelled to one of the hottest places on earth to conduct a series of demanding tests.

Over 5,000 km of testing in Arizona temperatures exceeding 40°C (104°F) focused on validating critical systems including cooling, engine load management, and cabin climate control.

The results speak for themselves. The W1 delivered exceptional performance, combining high downforce and power with precise handling and everyday comfort. Even under extreme conditions, its aerodynamic integrity and cooling efficiency remained uncompromised. A true representation of performance, everywhere.

Engineered with McLaren’s lightweight expertise, the W1 boasts a power-to-weight ratio of 911PS per tonne, the highest in its class. This extreme performance is paired with McLaren’s Formula 1-inspired aerodynamics, which allow the W1 to generate up to 1000kg of downforce in Race mode. Active front and rear wings, including the revolutionary Active Long Tail, help balance downforce and reduce drag, allowing the car to handle both straight-line speed and tight corners with precision. This makes the W1 faster to 300 km/h than even the McLaren Speedtail, and three seconds quicker per lap than the track-focused McLaren Senna on McLaren’s reference circuit.

In short, the McLaren W1’s hybrid powertrain, coupled with its race-proven aerodynamics, pushes the boundaries of what a road-legal supercar can achieve, setting new standards for acceleration, top speed, and track performance.

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- I swear this car is so BEAUTIFUL! the rear exhausts remind me of McLaren 12C Spider if they were close to eachother
- McLaren is most innovative Car which survive the Test of Time. Next-generation vehicle India and Asia Automobile industry awaits for Consumers.
- I like a lot the P1 but W1 it's seems a huge step-up in terms of engineering really love this car 🖤
- Looks so mean in black and with that stance that makes it look planted on the road! This is the first McLaren that I like aesthetically speaking, well done! ;)
- While its not on the level of the legendary models like the F1, this model is still a big success and i love it

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