The eagerly anticipated successor to the formidable McLaren 720S has arrived on the scene. Dubbed the 750S, it boasts a myriad of enhancements and refinements that elevate and augment its predecessor. A staggering 30 percent of the supercar’s components have undergone extensive alterations, resulting in a machine that is truly a cut above the rest. If you are not content with unveiling just one iteration, McLaren has graced us with both the coupe and hardtop convertible body styles.
The fresh McLaren conceals a dual-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 motor beneath the recognizable exterior. It generates 730 hp (740 bhp) and 590 pound-feet of twisting force, surpassing the McLaren P1. A revised seven-speed sequential transmission with a condensed final gear ratio channels energy to the rear tires.
The Coupe and Spider 750S sprint to 60 miles per hour in only 2.7 seconds. Nonetheless, the Spider version lags behind the convertible by 0.1 seconds to reach 124 mph – taking 7.3 seconds, while the convertible takes 7.2 seconds. In addition, the Spider takes 0.6 seconds more than the convertible to reach 186 mph, with a time of 20.4 seconds, whereas the convertible takes only 19.8 seconds. There is also a difference between the quarter-mile times of both vehicles, with the Coupe finishing it in 10.1 seconds and the Spider completing it in 10.3 seconds. Both models can achieve a maximum speed of 206 mph.
The prototype features a broader 0.24-inch (6-millimeter) front tread and an updated suspension design. It comes equipped with McLaren’s state-of-the-art Proactive Chassis Control III, which boasts front springs that are three percent more pliant and rear springs that are four percent more rigid. Additionally, the carmaker has refined its car-lifting mechanism, which can now elevate the front of the vehicle in just four seconds. This operation previously took the 720S 10 seconds.
The latest 750S model enhances McLaren’s “form follows function” approach to design, incorporating recognizable elements and updated aesthetics. Towards the front, a novel bumper guides airflow towards the remodeled, slimmer eye cavities that contain the LED headlights and direct air to the low-temp radiators. Additionally, a lengthier front splitter promotes aerodynamic stability in conjunction with the 20% amplified active rear wing.
At the back of the coupe and convertible, it terminates in a center-exit exhaust system inspired by the P1, which prompted the designers to elevate the active rear wing by two inches. Additionally, McLaren equips the 750S with larger intakes in front of the rear wheels, a fresh rear bumper, a modern mesh grille, and a novel rear deck.
A standard Alcantara interior comes with two extra options: TechLux and Performance. The former employs Nappa leather throughout the cabin, whereas the latter integrates leather and Alcantara. To enhance the interior further, McLaren introduces a fresh dark metal finish and configurable ambient lighting.
The cockpit gets updated displays, relocating the instrument cluster inside a binnacle connected to the steering column. The novel McLaren Control Launcher permits drivers to store their preferred aero, handling, powertrain, and transmission settings, which can be accessed via a single button press. Apple CarPlay comes as a default feature.
McLaren also endeavored to diminish the vehicle’s mass in contrast to its forerunner. The racing seats, which have a shell made of carbon fiber, weigh 38.6 pounds less than the conventional chairs in the 720S. Additionally, the corporation equips the lightest wheel that has ever been mounted on models produced for the series, consisting of 10-spoke forged alloy rims that economize an additional 30.4 lbs.
Different varieties are accessible in diverse textures, incorporating the novel Golden Orum. The entirety of the mass reduction culminates in the 750S coupe registering a weight of 3,062 lbs (DIN), which is 66 lbs less than the 720S. Conversely, the Spider weighs only 108 lbs more, totaling 3,170 lbs.
The 750S is set to be released with a range of choices. A circuit brake improvement designed based on the Senna’s mechanism incorporates bigger ceramic rotors, monoblock brake pads, a new enhancer and vacuum system, and Formula 1-influenced brake pad cooling technology. Additionally, buyers can opt for ultra-lightweight carbon fiber racing seats that weigh only 7.4 lbs, Pirelli P Zero Corsa or Trofeo R tires, and an advanced Bowers & Wilkins audio system.
The McLaren dealerships now offer the 750S of 2024 for purchase. While the exact sale date remains undisclosed, the corporation has disclosed the cost. The Coupe 750S commences at $324,000 (costs do not involve processing and transit fees of $5,000 or the $2,240 Americas Accessory Pack). The Spider 750S commences at $345,000.
Source: McLaren