McLaren GT Teased Ahead Of Its Debut On May 15
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We have seen the McLaren GT before in its prototype version and McLaren has finally teased the production spec model. The new McLaren is a Gran Tourer and the brand has decided to call it GT (without any suffix or prefix). As we are aware that McLarens are categorized into three segments- Sports, Super, and Ultimate Series, the upcoming GT will be positioned between the Sports and Super segment. In fact, McLaren has said that the GT will be slightly different having a mix of cross-country abilities and McLaren’s dynamic and agile characteristics. The McLaren GT also takes inspiration from the Speedtail.
As customary as it could be, the new teaser gives just a slight idea of its design and aerodynamics, leaving us curious about the rest. However, it reveals the silhouette and rear of the car and the outline looks pretty much identical to the 720 S. The air ducts on the bulbous rear haunches are sizeable and the tail looks angular housing the integrated spoiler. However, it gets dual exhaust pipes and different LED lights.
The McLaren GT will get a center mounted engine which is unlike other models. The engine in the question is the same 4.0-litre, twin-turbocharged, V8 engine which will be differently tuned and given it’s a GT, it’s not expected to have the outright performance of track-focused cars like the McLaren 600lt Spider or even the 720 S.The McLaren GT will make its first public appearance on May 15.
Questions & Answers
Q.Where will the new McLaren GT fit within the manufacturer's existing product range?
Where will the new McLaren GT fit within the manufacturer's existing product range?
The upcoming McLaren GT will be positioned between the Sports and Super Series segments. It will offer a blend of cross-country capabilities and McLaren's signature dynamic and agile characteristics, appealing to a different kind of driver.
Q.What are some of the key visual features revealed about the McLaren GT's design?
What are some of the key visual features revealed about the McLaren GT's design?
The teaser shows a silhouette and rear that closely resembles the 720S, with sizeable air ducts on the bulbous rear haunches. It also features an angular tail with an integrated spoiler, dual exhaust pipes, and unique LED lights.
Q.Which engine will power the new McLaren GT and how will it be tuned?
Which engine will power the new McLaren GT and how will it be tuned?
The McLaren GT will use the familiar 4.0-litre, twin-turbocharged, V8 engine. It will be tuned differently for a GT, meaning it is not expected to deliver the extreme performance of track-focused cars like the 600LT Spider or 720S.
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