McLaren MP4-12C SpiderThe McLaren MP4-12C Spider's impressive
616 bhp output from its bespoke
3.8-litre V8 twin turbo engine is transmitted to the car's rear driven wheels through a
7 Speed SSG dual-clutch transmission, which itself provides lightning-fast gear changes through rocker-mounted shift paddles affixed to the rear of the steering wheel.
McLaren is a
carbon pioneer. In 1981 McLaren gave a debut to a carbon fibre monocoque chassis in Formula 1 with the launch of the MP4/1 race car, and in 1992 the legendary McLaren F1 introduced the advanced composite technology to the world of road cars. It was natural then for McLaren Automotive engineers to apply its carbon expertise when developing the groundbreaking
one-piece moulded chassis of the 12C. With the 12C designed originally as a convertible, its 75kg 'MonoCell' requires no additional strengthening for it to feature in the McLaren MP4-12C Spider. The result is a sports car almost identical to its fixed roof equivalent in performance terms, and
weighing only 40kg more with the addition of a convertible roof system.
Launched in Volcano Red - one of
17 exterior paint finishes currently available for the 12C and 12C Spider- both 12C derivatives will also be available in optional Volcano Yellow, a striking new high quality paint which features in the 'Elite' range of exterior finishes.
Inside, an exclusive
new interior trim has been developed for the 2013 model year 12C and new 12C Spider. High quality semi-aniline perforated leather and Alcantara may be selected in a
variety of combinations to suit an owner's personal taste.
A new wheel design, and 'Diamond Cut' finishes for existing lightweight and
super lightweight forged wheel designs may be selected for the McLaren MP4-12C Spider. Standard Silver or Stealth finishes are offered for all wheel designs.
Drivetrain layout:
Longitudinal mid-engine, RWDEngine configuration:
V8 twin turboValvetrain: 32-valve, DOHC, dual VVT
Redline: 8,500 rpm
Engine displacement:
3799 ccMax. power:
625 PS @ 7500 rpm
Torque: 600 Nm @ 3000-7000 rpm
PS per litre: 164
Transmission:
7 Speed SSGBody structure:
Carbon fibre MonoCell with aluminum front and rear frames
Dry weight:
1376 kg / 3033 lbs
Dry weight with lightweight options: 1341 kg / 2956 lbs
Front: 42%
Rear: 58%
Brakes: Cast iron discs with forged aluminum hubs