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THE McLAREN 675LT | The lightest, most driver-focused, most exclusive series-production McLaren supercar ever built.

INTRODUCTION

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THE MCLAREN 675LT 

Experience the raw adrenaline of the 

McLaren 675LT, the lightest, most driverfocused, 

most exclusive series-production 

McLaren supercar ever built. 

The 1997 McLaren F1 GTR ‘Longtail’ was the 

ultimate evolution of the Le Mans-winning 

F1 GTR. Almost two decades on, the 

limited-edition 675LT follows its 

uncompromising ethos to create a visceral 

driving experience of unique intensity. 

More power, less weight, more precision 

– nothing has escaped our attention in 

the quest for perfection on both road 

and track. The McLaren 675LT will only be 

available as a coupé, reflecting its focused 

nature, and just 500 will be produced. 

Performance is similarly striking. The reengineered 

M838TL V8 twin-turbocharged 

engine produces 675PS (666bhp) and 

700Nm (516lb ft) – increases of 25PS (25bhp) 

and 22Nm (16lb ft) – and the seven-speed 

dual-clutch gearbox is now twice as fast. 

The carbon fiber MonoCell provides the 

675LT with an unrivaled combination of 

lightness, safety and stiffness, in common 

with all models in the McLaren Super Series. 

But an obsessive weight-saving strategy 

unlocks a further 100kg reduction 

compared with the 650S. From lightweight 

carbon fiber racing seats to a 1mm thinner 

windscreen, no opportunity to save weight 

has been overlooked. 

Ultra lightweight forged alloy wheels 

and Pirelli P-ZERO Trofeo R tires, carbon 

ceramic brakes and an uprated suspension 

system that embraces technology from the 

McLaren P1 also contribute to the 

radical specification. 

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DESIGN

DESIGNED TO THRILL 

Dramatic new exterior and interior 

design hint at the astonishing 

performance of the McLaren 675LT. 

Informed by motorsport success and 

designed to set your pulse racing, 

the 675LT is the most striking of all 

McLaren Super Series models. 

Not only does the exterior design 

of the 675LT create maximum visual 

impact, but it also helps unleash 

its staggering performance. The 

race-inspired front splitter is now 80 

percent larger and the distinctive 

rear ‘Longtail’ Airbrake’s aspect 

ratio increased by some 50 percent; 

both additions help increase 

downforce by an incredible 40 

percent compared with the already 

efficient 650S. The unprecedented 

use of carbon fiber for a car in this 

class – including both new bumpers, 

and the entirely redesigned rear 

fenders and rear deck – also 

contributes to a substantial 100kg 

overall weight saving; a 1230kg dry 

weight makes the 675LT lighter than 

all class competitors, and gives an 

astonishing power-to-weight ratio of 

549PS per tonne. 

Inside, the performance-focused, 

weight-optimized design continues. 

Carpet has been removed revealing 

the carbon fiber MonoCell at the 

heart of the 675LT. Comfortable 

yet purposeful racing seats save 

15kg, while larger rocker shift gear 

controls inspired by the McLaren 

P1 underline the performance 

credentials of the 675LT. 



MOTORSPORT TECHNOLOGY FOR THE 

Race-bred innovation delivers a sensational drive on track and road. 

Carbon Fiber Bumper and Splitter 

An all-new, lightweight carbon fiber bumper incorporates a 

pronounced carbon fiber splitter with an 80 percent larger 

surface area than the 650S. This creates an area of high 

pressure above the splitter, which Formula 1-inspired endplates 

help to maintain. Combined with a lowered front ride 

height, low pressure also develops below the splitter. This helps 

increase downforce by 40 percent and sucks the 675LT to the 

ground, allowing for even higher cornering speeds. 

Carbon Fiber Rear Deck, Titanium Exhaust 

The aggressive new carbon fiber rear deck features two 

enlarged air outlets, ensuring the additional cool air required by 

the more powerful M838TL engine can escape once hot. It also 

complements a new design of titanium exhaust, with distinctive 

twin circular outlets that create a unique visual signature. The 

exhaust offers over 1kg of weight savings, and features a unique 

crossover muffler to maximize performance and contribute to 

the raw and intoxicating soundtrack of the 675LT. 


ROAD 

Optimized Airbrake and Diffuser 

The active ‘Longtail’ Airbrake is now 50 percent larger to 

optimize downforce, but also lighter due to carbon fiber 

construction. It is subtly integrated with the all-new carbon 

fiber rear deck when not deployed, automatically increases 

aerodynamic stability at speed, and deploys more aggressively 

under hard braking to support the carbon ceramic brake discs 

and reduce forward pitch. A more aggressive carbon fiber rear 

diffuser further contributes to the incredible levels of downforce. 

Enhanced Downforce, Extra Cooling 

Re-engineering the in-house-developed M838TL engine to 

produce 675PS (666bhp) and 700Nm (516lb ft) necessarily 

demands an increased flow of cool air. As a result, the carbon 

fiber side intakes are significantly enlarged compared with 

650S models, while all-new carbon fiber side skirts include an 

additional air intake to increase flow and contribute to the 

increased downforce generated by the all-new front splitter, 

rear deck, ‘Longtail’ Airbrake and diffuser. 


PUTTING YOU IN CONTROL 

The driver focused interior intensifies the thrill of driving the 675LT. 

Alcantara Interior 

Long associated with an uncompromising motorsport ethos, 

lightweight Alcantara is offered as standard equipment 

throughout the interior. Durable, high-grip and incredibly 

tactile, Alcantara features across the cabin, including the 

racing seats, dashboard and steering wheel. Carbon fiber 

trim provides an ideal contrast to this high-tech upholstery, 

and features a satin-lacquered finish to reduce weight and 

generate maximum visual impact. 

Tactile Controls 

An Alcantara trimmed three-spoke steering wheel provides 

high grip levels and unprecedented tactility, creating the 

ultimate sense of connection between car and driver. 

Elongated steering wheel-mounted gearshift paddles finished 

in satin-lacquered carbon fiber, meanwhile, ensure gear 

changes are easily accessible in the heat of on-track battles. 

A central rev counter featuring an exclusive laser-etched 675LT 

logo complements these specially tailored changes. 


Carbon Fiber Racing Seats 

With a sensational 675PS (666bhp) at your disposal, and 

suspension and aerodynamics enhanced for even sharper 

handling, it’s essential you’re held securely in place while 

pushing the 675LT to its limits. Racing seats derived from the 

already iconic McLaren P1 are the ultimate solution. Featuring 

carbon fiber construction and trimmed predominantly in 

Alcantara with leather detailing, the racing seats contribute 

15kg to the overall 100kg weight saving. 

A Truly Focused Interior 

The 675LT’s engineers have left no stone unturned in the quest 

to save weight and heighten driver engagement. Even the 

air-conditioning system, for instance, has been removed to save 

a further 11.5kg, but can be specified as a no-cost option if 

desired. Elsewhere, the climate controls previously located on 

the armrests have been removed altogether to reduce 

complexity and weight; the driver now controls these settings 

via the central touchscreen. 


FIVE EXCLUSIVE NEW COLORS 

Five bespoke exterior color 

schemes debut for the 

675LT, creating a uniquely 

distinctive appearance. 

Silica White 

Silica White debuts on the 675LT, 

a striking exterior color scheme 

complemented by red brake calipers, 

Harissa Red embossed leather detailing 

and Harissa Red contrast stitching for 

the Alcantara trim. 

Chicane Grey 

A bespoke color created especially for 

the 675LT, Chicane Grey contrasts with 

McLaren Orange brake calipers for a 

stealthy yet striking appearance. McLaren 

Orange contrast stitching and embossed 

leather further enhance the interior. 


Napier Green 

Reserved exclusively for the 675LT, Napier 

Green coordinates with Napier Green 

brake calipers for maximum impact. 

Inside, Napier Green contrast stitching 

features on the Alcantara trim and 

Carbon Black embossed leather detailing. 

Delta Red 

Delta Red is available only on 675LT 

models, and is supplied with polished 

brake calipers in a unique signature 

combination. Inside, Almond White 

highlights both the contrast stitching and 

embossed leather detailing. 

McLaren Orange 

Inspired by Bruce McLaren’s first racing 

cars, classic McLaren Orange exterior 

paint is matched with polished brake 

calipers. Inside, Stone Grey contrast 

stitching and embossed leather 

complete the distinctive look. 


PERFORMANCE


A BOLD PERFORMANCE 

Advanced race-proven technology delivers a thrill like no other. 

We have over 50 years of success on the racetrack, and those 

decades of expertise feed directly into all our road cars. The 675LT is 

no exception. Inspired by the 1997 McLaren F1 GTR ‘Longtail’, it deploys 

motorsport-developed technology to create the most extreme driving 

experience of any McLaren series-production supercar. 

The 675LT has been extensively optimized within the in-house wind 

tunnel at the McLaren Technology Centre, an astonishingly potent raceproven 

engine produces 675PS (666bhp) and 700Nm (516lb ft), and the 

suspension system has been engineered for even sharper responses. 

The process might be grounded in hard data, but the result is more 

engagement, more raw emotion and more mind-blowing 

performance. The McLaren 675LT propels driving enjoyment to an 

entirely new dimension. 


POWER, A BEAUTIFUL THING 

A twin-turbocharged V8 engine, 

super-fast dual-clutch gearbox, 

lightweight titanium exhaust… 

...the beating heart for the 675LT gets the adrenaline pumping. 

Our twin-turbocharged V8 engine has always 

been the most potent in its class. Now our 

engineers have unleashed an additional 25PS 

(25bhp) and 22Nm (16lb ft) for a thrilling 675PS 

(666bhp) and 700Nm (516lb ft), and a classleading 

549PS (541bhp) per tonne. 

Extraordinary precision defines the 675LT 

as much as extraordinary performance. 

Lightweight connecting rods, bespoke 

camshafts and a new electronic recirculation 

valve, all maximize engine response, while 

300 percent stiffer engine mounts optimize the 

connection between driver and road surface. 

New machined-from-solid turbocharger 

compressor wheels maximize airflow to the 

combustion chambers, and an optimized fuel 

pump increases fuel flow. The combined result 

is breathtaking performance. 


Super-Fast Gearbox 

Our seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox already 

provides near-instantaneous shifts to the other 

models in the McLaren Super Series, but the 675LT’s 

revised software strategy slashes response times to 

make gear changes twice as fast. Briefly cutting 

the ignition between changes creates the fastest 

possible shift, and an incredibly intense sound. 

The result is not only increased performance but a 

heightened sense of connection for the driver. 

Titanium Exhaust 

A new lightweight titanium exhaust system instantly 

differentiates the 675LT, thanks to its distinctive 

twin exhaust outlets and uniquely rich, aggressive 

sound, particularly under full acceleration. But the 

lightweight exhaust system also plays a crucial role 

in unlocking the 675LT’s additional performance. A 

specially designed ‘crossover’ system – where the 

exhaust section that exits on the V8 engine’s left 

bank actually exits on the right of the car, and vice 

versa – provides the exact length of titanium tubing 

required for ultimate performance. 


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SUBLIME HANDLING 

Whether you’re chasing crucial tenths on the racetrack or enjoying a favorite 

road, the chassis of the McLaren 675LT provides the ultimate feedback. 

Carbon Fiber Brakes 

The 675LT is specified with carbon fiber brake discs, greatly 

increasing stopping power and longevity compared with 

conventional brake systems. Six-piston calipers grip 394mm 

discs at the front, with four-piston calipers and 380mm discs at 

the rear. Stopping distances are further reduced with the 

‘Longtail’ Airbrake, which deploys under heavy braking and 

features a unique control strategy to match the extreme 

capabilities of the 675LT. 

Pirelli P-ZERO Trofeo R Tires 

Road-legal, but with an extreme track focus, Pirelli P-ZERO 

Trofeo R tires are fitted to the 675LT as standard equipment 

for peerless handling. The highly specialized tread pattern 

creates six percent more grip in normal conditions, and a stiffer 

structure significantly increases steering response and supports 

the 675LT’s sharper handling and faster reactions. Road-biased 

Pirelli P-ZERO tires are available as a no-cost option. 


Lightweight Alloy Wheels 

Weighing 800g less than even the alloy wheels on the 

McLaren P1, the Ultra Lightweight forged alloy wheels have 

been specially commissioned for the McLaren 675LT. Supplied 

in a 19-inch front and 20-inch rear fitment, the distinctive 

10-spoke design is available as standard. A striking Super 

Lightweight five-spoke design can be ordered for additional 

impact. In both styles, these designs significantly reduce 

unsprung weight to optimize driver feedback. 

McLaren P1-Inspired Suspension 

The 675LT has a suspension system that has been radically 

engineered for extra driver engagement. With significant 

learnings taken from the McLaren P1, the 675LT boasts 

increased agility and a decrease in mass by 13.7kg. The front 

track is 20 percent wider than that of the other Super Series 

range, spring rates increase 27 percent at the front, 63 percent at 

the rear, and an increased rake contributes to 40 percent more 

downforce. Naturally, the three adjustable suspension settings are 

uniquely calibrated for the hardcore focus of the 675LT. 


POWER BY NUMBERS 

McLaren 675LT Specification 

PERFORMANCE 

Maximum Speed 330KPH (205MPH) 

0-100KPH (62MPH) 2.9s 

BRAKING 

200-0KPH (124-0MPH) 115M (377FT) 

100-0KPH (62-0MPH) 30.2M (99FT) 

0-200KPH (124MPH) 7.9s 

Maximum Power 675PS (666BHP) 

Maximum Torque 700NM (515LBFT) 

EFFICIENCY 

CO2 275G/KM 

POWER TO WEIGHT 549PS/TONNE 

ENGINE 

Engine Capacity 3,799CC 

Type V8 

Technology Twin-Turbo 

WEIGHT 

DIN Weight 1,328KG (2,927LB) 

Dry Weight 1,230KG 

Weight Distribution (F/R) 42.5%/57.5% 



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