McLaren Artura Spider: Open driving fun meets hybrid power!

Thomas Wachsmuth 27. February 2024 -> Cars from AZ, McLaren, News vehicles, Videos

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The brand new one McLaren Arthur Spider marks a new milestone in the evolution of super athletes. First open Hybrid version In the McLaren range, the Artura Spider combines the fascination of open-top driving with advanced hybrid technology. With a significant increase in performance 700 PS, thanks to a finely tuned combination of one 3,0 liter V6 biturbo combustion engine and a strong one E-Motor, the Artura Spider sets new standards in terms of performance and efficiency. The technical innovations are not just limited to increasing performance. The V6, a small masterpiece of engineering, is thanks to its compact design and low weight of only 160 kg a class of its own.

McLaren Artura Spider

The turbochargers are positioned in the “hot V” between the cylinder banks, allowing for brutally quick response and perfect efficiency. The electric motor, cleverly housed in the gearbox housing, also controls 95 PS and 225 Nm torque at. The battery pack has a usable capacity of 7,4 kWh, what for up to 33 kilometers of purely electric driving is sufficient. And that is a special highlight retractable hardtop, which is in just 11 seconds can be opened and transforms the Artura Spider into a convertible without affecting performance. The additional weight from the hardtop mechanism of only 62 kg According to McLaren, “hardly any influence on the driving dynamics“. The Spider accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h 3,0 seconds and reaches a top speed of 330 km/h.

new chassis and transmission set-up

And McLaren has that too Suspension and the Transmission tuning optimized. The damper valves now react more quickly, which further improves driving behavior. The Eight-speed dual clutch transmission was also for 25 percent faster gear changes redesigned, which in combination with the different driving modes ensures a seamless and dynamic driving experience. Visually, however, the Artura Spider remains the same Coupe counterpart faithful, including the characteristic ones scissor doors. The necessary adjustments for the convertible, like the new ones Vents and the integration of the hardtops, fit seamlessly into the design and underline the exclusivity and technical brilliance of the athlete.

it starts at 221.500 pounds

The Hardtop and the Rear cover consist of a light Carbon fiber composite structurethat meets the high standards of quality and performance. With a Starting price of £221.500 (258.900 EUR) in the UK, the Artura Spider positions itself as a top-of-the-line model for open-top super sports enthusiasts who don't want to compromise between performance, efficiency and luxury. Deliveries of the McLaren Artura Spider and the coupé begin from mid-2024, where both can be ordered now. The hybrid super sports car sets new standards and offers an incomparable driving experience that will definitely make the hearts of sports car fans beat faster.

High-performance hybrid convertible McLaren Artura Spider:

performance increase: 700 hp total output; 3,0 liter V6 and electric motor
Gasoline engine power: About 200 hp / liter
weight loss: Lightest convertible super sports car in its class; 1.457kg Trockengewicht
power to weight ratio: 480 hp/ton
acceleration: 0-100 km/h in 3,0 seconds; 0-200km/h in 8,4 seconds; Top speed 330 km/h
Improved switching operations: 25% faster thanks to revised gear calibration
Increased EV range: 33km/21 miles
Most economical McLaren convertible: 108 g/km CO₂; 4,8l/100km
Advanced driving assistance systems: Blindspot monitoring, cross-traffic detection, standard traffic sign recognition
HD touchscreen infotainment: Includes smartphone mirroring and optional wireless charging
5 year vehicle warranty; 6 year battery guarantee
New exterior colors and black “Stealth” badge
One-piece hardtop: Electric opening in 11 seconds; electrochromic roof optional
Optimized aerothermal efficiency: Four separate channel systems for improved cooling
Proactive Damping Control: Response speed increased by up to 90%
Greater braking performance: New brake cooling channels for improved thermal management
Crescendo sound: Redesigned exhaust system for a more intense driving experience
Start of delivery: Model year 2025, from mid-2024 (depending on region)