Performance is ferocious, the 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine producing 765PS – giving the 765LT Spider a best-in-class power-to-weight ratio of 598PS-per-tonne at lightest dry weight – and 800Nm of torque. Transmission gear ratios have been revised for even greater engagement and performance; in-gear acceleration is 15% quicker than a 720S Spider, helping the new Longtail to achieve the fastest lap times ever posted by a convertible LT model.
The 0-100km/h time often seen as a benchmark figure is 2.8 seconds (0-60mph is 2.7 seconds), with 0-200km/h (124mph) taking 7.2 seconds. The new LT Spider takes 10.0 seconds to cover 400m (¼ mile) from standstill and the car’s maximum speed is 330km/h (205mph).
Limited-volume 765LT Spider revealed; available to order now
Exclusive and highly collectible: just 765 will be built to customer order – the same individually numbered total as the sold-out coupe
New convertible LT delivers another dimension of ‘Longtail’ driver engagement
Electrically operated, one-piece carbon fibre Retractable Hard Top (RHT) lowers or raises in just 11 seconds, at speeds of up to 50km/h (31mph), to enhance driving experience
Powered rear window allows searing ‘LT soundtrack’ from quad-exit, full titanium exhaust system to be enjoyed to the full, even with the roof in place
765PS and 800Nm from 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged McLaren V8 enables 0-60mph in 2.7 seconds, 0-100km/h (62mph) in 2.8 seconds and 0-200km/h (124mph) in 7.2 seconds
The fastest accelerating LT Spider ever – 15% quicker in-gear acceleration than 720S – with transmission gearing optimised for driver engagement
Even greater focus on minimising weight – 80kg lighter than 720S Spider at 1,388kg (DIN weight) and just 49kg heavier than 765LT coupe
Convertible class-leading power-to-weight ratio of 598PS-per-tonne at lightest dry weight
High-performance lightweight materials feature throughout, with advanced carbon fibre technologies used for body components
Specific weight-saving components include titanium exhaust system (saving 40% over steel equivalent), Formula 1-grade transmission materials and thinner glass
Same carbon fibre aerodynamic package as the coupe – front splitter and front floor, side skirts, front and rear bumper and rear diffuser – but with active rear wing calibrated for roof up/roof down positions
Class-leading aerodynamic downforce – 25% more than 720S Spider
Enhanced chassis dynamics, with bespoke LT springs and dampers, increased front track width, lower front ride height and unique software programming for linked-hydraulic Proactive Chassis Control II suspension
Standard-fit 10-spoke Ultra-Lightweight forged alloy wheels and bespoke P Zero™ Trofeo R tyres developed by McLaren technical partner, Pirelli
Motorsport-inspired interior with carbon fibre racing seats, carbon fibre centre tunnel, exposed carbon fibre floor and lightweight Alcantara® throughout
Air-conditioning and audio system not included as standard to save weight, but can be specified at no additional cost
MSO Clubsport Pack and MSO LT Black Pack available, plus multiple individual MSO options
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