Mclaren has revealed the new Autura Spider. This supercar has ddvanced 3.0-litre V6 and E-motor powertrain now produces a combined 700PS (690bhp)* – with petrol engine output in excess of 200PS/litre. The Autura Spider comes with a number of Colour options some of which are available on the Artura for the first time, is introduced for the new Spider; twenty Elite colours are offered in addition to the standard five colours, with a further eighteen MSO colours also available.
The Artura Spider is priced in its home UK market from £221,500 for the standard specification.
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- New Artura Spider revealed as McLaren’s first-ever High-Performance Hybrid convertible; adds thrilling new dimension to Artura and McLaren supercar range
- New Spider has significant upgrades over original Artura, including more power, more performance and even greater driver engagement
- New Artura coupe benefits from the same improvements, further enhancing its next-generation supercar performance
- New Spider and new coupe designated 2025 model year; both available to order now, for delivery from mid-2024 (depending on region)
- Advanced 3.0-litre V6 and E-motor powertrain now produces a combined 700PS (690bhp)* – with petrol engine output in excess of 200PS/litre
- Artura Spider is the lightest convertible supercar in its class, bettering rivals by as much as 83kg
- Artura Spider’s outstanding power-to-weight ratio of 480PS/tonne at lightest dry weight of 1,457kg enables thrilling levels of performance
- Maximum powertrain torque 720Nm (531lb ft); E-motor delivers transient torque of up to 225Nm, ensuring instant throttle response
- Artura Spider’s ferocious acceleration almost indistinguishable from coupe: 0-100km/h (0-62mph) in 3.0 seconds; 0-200km/h (124mph) in 8.4 seconds; 0-300km/h in 21.6 seconds; maximum speed of 330km/h (205mph)
- Revised transmission calibration and new pre-fill feature deliver 25% faster gearshifts
- New powertrain mount design enhances dynamic agility and precision
- Manual gear-shifting and McLaren dynamic modes settings all accessible without taking hands off the steering wheel
- Response rates of Proactive Damping Control suspension system increased by up to 90%, improving reaction to driver input and changes in road surface
- Greater braking power and consistency at high speeds, with new brake cooling ducts improving thermal management
- Crescendo of sound from redesigned exhaust envelops driver, especially with roof or rear window lowered
- Artura Spider’s retractable one-piece hard-top operates electrically in just 11 seconds, at speeds of up to 50km/h (31mph); electrochromic roof panel optionally available
- Aerothermal efficiency optimised on Artura Spider with four separate ducting systems to increase engine cooling airflow and heat extraction while reducing occupant buffeting
- Artura Spider is the most fuel-efficient McLaren convertible ever (108g/km CO2/ 4.8l/100km/58.9mpg in combined EU WLTP) with increased EV range of 33km/21miles
- HD touchscreen infotainment system facilitates configuration of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS); smartphone mirroring to support Apple CarPlay® is standard and wireless charging for enabled mobile devices available as an option
- Blindspot Monitoring and Cross-Traffic Detection newly available; Road Sign Recognition and Lane Departure Warning now fitted as standard
- New exterior paint colours; new ‘Stealth’ black badging (silver optional)
- 5-year vehicle warranty; 6-year battery warranty; 10-year body perforation corrosion warranty; 3-year service plan
- 20PS power upgrade to a combined 700PS available for earlier Artura coupes** free-of-charge