Tag: McLaren 625C

  • McLaren Special Operations Introduces MSO Defined Division

    McLaren-MSO-Defined-THUMBMcLaren Special Operations or more commonly known as MSO has announced the release of MSO Defined division which offers individual personalization options for the McLaren 650S and the 625C. This marks the start of the first of five personalization and support options offered by MSO. The newly formed division joins the MSO Bespoke, which specialises in one-off models, MSO Limited that produces limited-edition series production cars, MSO Heritage, focused on the maintenance and storage of historic cars and the MSO Programmes that includes the McLaren P1 GTR.

    MSO Defined line will enable customers to truly express themselves through their vehicles. To be more precise, the program includes aerodynamic kit, which was created in order to improve the design of 650S and features subtle carbon fibre interior upgrades.

    On the outside, there is additional carbon fibre rear diffuser option as well as extended side door blades. Weight can be saved via the full carbon fibre rear deck and mirror arms. At the same time the interior options include extended carbon fibre shift paddles and a redesigned instrument cluster with Formula 1 inspired shift lights mounted on the instrument cluster.

    MSO Bespoke is what provides customers with limitless level of customization in terms of paint, leather and stitching colours and upholstery and body. The MSO Limited has already designed limited-run and special edition examples of the 650S and 12C. The models produced include the McLaren 50 12C and 12C Spider, built to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the McLaren brand in 2013 and theMSO 650S, which debuted at the 2014 Goodwood Festival of Speed.

    MSO Heritage offers an unrivalled level of knowledge and expertise on the McLaren F1, while the MSO Programmes division encompasses the upcoming McLaren P1 GTR Driver Programme. Each car will be built, maintained and prepared by MSO in advance of the rack days held at the F1 circuits.

    Source: McLaren

  • McLaren 625C Intended Only for the Asian Market

    McLaren-625C-THUMBMcLaren 625C is company’s first regionally tailored model which aims to conquer the Asian market. The new car promises the greatest of refinement of any McLaren model up to date. This of course will come in combination with the enhanced driving dynamics. The 625C model is being launched in response to demand from customers in the Asian region. The vehicle shares the same visuals as the 650S, but has somewhat more focus on day-to-day usability and comfort.

    The ProActive Chassis Control and the suspension hardware have been refined, thus delivering optimized driving dynamics and ride quality. The name of the 625C refers to the power output – the 3.8-litre twin turbo V8 powerplant, which produces 625 hp (460 kW), while the ‘C’, stands for ‘Club’. In fact, the McLaren 625C has several technical benefits when compared to the 650S.

    First, enhancements have been made to driveability and efficiency with engine torque of 610Nm (450 lb-ft). Second, the acceleration time from zero to 100 km/h (62 mph) is only just 3.1 seconds, while to 200 km/h (124 mph) – 8.8 seconds (for the Coupé). The maximum speed mirrors that of the 650S, which is 333 km/h (207mph) (329 km/h (204 mph) for Spider). The CO2 emissions have been rated at 275 g/km.

    The refined ride is ensured by the updated dampers and revised mechanical balance. In addition, the less stiff spring rate at the rear ensures a sharp response with no loss in ride comfort through the ProActive Chassis Control system in ‘Normal’ mode. There is also no compromise regarding handling or performance in ‘Sport’ and ‘Track’ modes.

    McLaren 625C in Coupe and Spider bodystyles are currently being launched in Hong Kong.

    McLaren 625C Coupe Technical Specification:

    Drivetrain Layout Longitudinal Mid-Engine, RWD Track, F/R (mm) 1656 / 1583
    Engine Configuration V8 Twin Turbo / 3799cc Length (mm) 4512
    EnginePS / rpm 625 / 7250 Width (mm) 2093
    Torque Nm / rpm 610 / 3000-7000 Height (mm) 1199
    Transmission 7 Speed SSG Dry Weight (kg / lbs) 1336 / 2945
    Body Structure Carbon Fibre MonoCell withAluminium Front and Rear Frames Active Aerodynamics McLaren Airbrake
    Wheelbase (mm) 2670 Suspension ProActive Chassis Control
    Brakes Cast Iron Discs with Forged Aluminium Hubs (F 370mm/R 350mm) ProActive Chassis Control modes Normal / Sport / Track
    Tyres (F/R) Pirelli P Zero™235/35 R19/Pirelli P Zero™305/30 R20 Powertrain Modes Winter / Normal / Sport / Track
    Wheel Sizes (F/R) 19” x 8.5”J / 20” x 11” J

    Performance Data:

    Efficiency CO2 275 g/km
    Fuel consumption (combined) 24.2 mpg
    Power to weight – with lightweight options 480PS (473 bhp) /tonne
    CO2/power 0.45 g/km per PS
    Speed Maximum speed 333 km/h (207 mph)
    Acceleration 0-100 kph (62 mph) 3.1 s
    0-200 kph (124 mph) 8.8 s
    0-300 kph (186 mph) 26.7 s
    0-400m / ¼ mile 10.6s @136 mph

    McLaren 625C Spider Technical Specification:

    Drivetrain Layout Longitudinal Mid-Engine, RWD Track, F/R (mm) 1656 / 1583
    Engine Configuration V8 Twin Turbo / 3799cc Length (mm) 4512
    EnginePS / rpm 625 / 7250 Width (mm) 2093
    Torque Nm / rpm 610 / 3000-7000 Height (mm) 1199
    Transmission 7 Speed SSG Dry Weight (kg / lbs) 1376 / 3034
    Body Structure Carbon Fibre MonoCell withAluminium Front and Rear Frames Active Aerodynamics McLaren Airbrake
    Wheelbase (mm) 2670 Suspension ProActive Chassis Control
    Brakes Cast Iron Discs with Forged Aluminium Hubs (F 370mm/R 350mm) ProActive Chassis Control modes Normal / Sport / Track
    Tyres (F/R) Pirelli P Zero™235/35 R19/Pirelli P Zero™305/30 R20 Powertrain Modes Winter / Normal / Sport / Track
    Wheel Sizes (F/R) 19” x 8.5”J / 20” x 11” J

    Performance Data:

    Efficiency CO2 275 g/km
    Fuel consumption (combined) 24.2 mpg
    Power to weight – with lightweight options 466 PS (459 bhp) /tonne
    CO2/power 0.44 g/km per PS
    Speed Maximum speed 329 km/h (204 mph)
    Acceleration 0-100 kph (62 mph) 3.1 s
    0-200 kph (124 mph) 9.0 s
    0-300 kph (186 mph) 27.7 s
    0-400m / ¼ mile 10.8s @134 mph

    Source: McLaren