McLaren's Artura just got a Formula 1 makeover, and it's not for show.
The British supercar maker has unleashed the MCL38 Celebration Edition – a limited series that injects F1 DNA directly into their hybrid beast.
Race-Bred Hybrid That Actually Delivers
McLaren's standard Artura already packs a punch. The 3.0L twin-turbo V6 produces 577 horsepower on its own, while the electric motor contributes another 94 horsepower.
Combined output? A staggering 690 horsepower and 531 lb-ft of torque.
That's enough to launch this carbon-fiber missile from 0-60 mph in 2.6 seconds before maxing out at 205 mph.
Not bad for a hybrid that weighs just 3,303 pounds.
Carbon Fiber Everything
The Artura sits on McLaren's Carbon Fibre Lightweight Architecture (MCLA). This isn't marketing-speak for "we used some carbon here and there." The entire tub is carbon.
The 8-speed dual-clutch transmission snaps through gears with surgical precision.
A 7.4 kWh lithium-ion battery pack provides juice to the electric motor. Small capacity, big impact.
MCL38 Edition: F1 Tech For The Street
The MCL38 Celebration Edition transforms the already potent Artura with Formula 1 inspiration. Key upgrades include:
- Papaya Orange paint scheme matching the championship-winning F1 car
- Carbon fiber components throughout the exterior and interior
- Race-inspired aerodynamic enhancements
McLaren hasn't just slapped on some stickers and called it special. The MCL38 Edition brings genuine performance credentials to match its racing pedigree.
The wheelbase stretches 103.9 inches, with an overall length of 178.7 inches – compact dimensions that translate to razor-sharp handling.
This isn't a supercar pretending to have racing heritage. It's a direct technology transfer from McLaren's dominant F1 program to something you can actually drive on public roads.
The MCL38 Celebration Edition proves McLaren isn't resting on its laurels. They're taking what works on Sunday and selling it on Monday – exactly as it should be.
