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McLaren 570S
The Everyday Supercar
2015 - 2021
The McLaren 570S represented the core of McLaren's Sports Series and introduced a blend of everyday usability with extraordinary performance. Launched in 2015, the 570S is built on the innovative MonoCell II carbon fiber chassis and was powered by a 3.8-liter twin-turbo V8 engine with 562 horsepower. Derivatives of this platform included the 570GT, which offered additional comfort and practicality, the 570S Spider which all about open-top driving fun as well as some race cars and and the epic 600LT and 600 LT Spider. Who said you can't have it all.
The Ultimate Guide To The McLaren 570S: Every Variant, Specs, Pictures, Performance & More
The McLaren 570S, introduced in 2015, marks a pivotal expansion in McLaren's lineup, serving as the cornerstone of the brand's Sports Series. Designed to compete directly with established high-performance sports cars like the Porsche 911 Turbo and Audi R8, the 570S brings McLaren's racing heritage to a more accessible level without sacrificing the performance and innovation for which the brand is renowned. This article explores the McLaren 570S in detail, discussing its platform, design, performance, and the range of models derived from this remarkable sports car.
Built on McLaren’s MonoCell II carbon fiber chassis, the 570S boasts exceptional rigidity and lightness, foundational for its dynamic capabilities. The use of carbon fiber not only enhances the car's structural integrity but also contributes to a relatively light overall weight, crucial for agility and performance. The design language of the 570S is distinctly McLaren, featuring dihedral doors, sharply contoured lines, and advanced aerodynamics that include intricately designed air intakes and a rear diffuser that optimize airflow for both cooling and downforce.
The interior of the 570S reflects a blend of luxury and functionality. It is more refined and road-focused compared to its more track-oriented siblings, featuring leather and Alcantara upholstery, an intuitive infotainment system, and a driver-oriented cockpit. Practicality is increased with decent cargo space for the segment, making the 570S a supercar suited to daily driving.
At the heart of the 570S is a 3.8-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine, a detuned version of the powerplant found in the more potent models of the Super Series. This engine produces 562 horsepower (570 metric horsepower, hence the name) and 443 lb-ft of torque. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, enabling the 570S to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.2 seconds, and achieve a top speed of 204 mph.
The 570S features McLaren's Adaptive Dynamics technology, which adjusts the suspension settings on the fly to balance ride comfort against optimal handling dynamics. This system allows the 570S to deliver a driving experience that is both exhilarating on spirited drives and comfortable on regular commutes, a duality that is not often found in the supercar category.
There were several derivative models that came out of the 570S platform including the McLaren 570GT. Introduced in 2016, the McLaren 570GT offers a more comfort-oriented take on the 570S platform, focusing on usability and comfort for long-distance travel. It retains much of the 570S’s performance but adds a rear hatch with additional luggage space, softer suspension tuning, and enhanced sound insulation. The GT variant is tailored for those who seek the performance of a McLaren but prefer a car that's easier to live with on a day-to-day basis.
The 570S Spider, launched in 2017, brings the open-air experience to the 570S lineup. Featuring a retractable hardtop that can be deployed or retracted in just 15 seconds at speeds of up to 25 mph, the Spider variant offers the same performance as the coupe but with the added exhilaration of top-down driving. Remarkably, the introduction of the convertible mechanism has minimal impact on the car’s weight and maintains the structural rigidity thanks to the carbon fiber construction.
In 2018, McLaren introduced the 600LT, a track-focused version of the 570S. The "LT" stands for "Long Tail," indicating enhanced aerodynamics that include an extended rear spoiler for increased downforce. The 600LT features a more powerful version of the V8 engine, lightweight construction materials, and a reduction in weight by about 220 pounds compared to the 570S. This model is designed for those who crave an even more intense driving experience and exemplifies McLaren’s commitment to delivering race-car performance in a street-legal package.
The McLaren 570S and its derivatives represent a significant achievement for McLaren, offering supercar performance and everyday usability in a beautifully designed package. Whether it’s the base 570S with its perfect blend of sportiness and luxury, the comfort-oriented 570GT, the exhilarating 570S Spider, or the aggressive 600LT, the 570S platform demonstrates McLaren’s ability to innovate and redefine expectations in the sports car segment. Each model serves a specific purpose and caters to different preferences, yet all retain the core qualities that make a McLaren special: cutting-edge technology, exceptional performance, and striking aesthetics.
McLaren 570S Basics
Manufacturer: McLaren Automotive
Production: 2015–2021
Assembly: Woking, Surrey, England
Designer: Robert Melville
Body style: 2-door coupé, 2-door convertible
Layout: Rear mid-engine, RWD
Platform: Carbon Monocell II
Doors: Dihedral
Engine: 3.8 L M838T E twin-turbo V8
Power output: 570 PS (419 kW; 562 hp)
Transmission: 7-speed dual-clutch
Wheelbase: 105.1 in (2,670 mm)
Length: 178.3 in (4,529 mm)
Width: 75.4 in (1,915 mm)
Height: 47.3 in (1,201 mm)
Kerb weight: 1,247 kg - 1,438 kg
Successor: McLaren GT
Did You Know?
The 570S was designed to be more approachable and usable for daily driving than its wilder siblings. It has better outward visibility, easier ingress/egress, and a slightly softer ride.
The 570S introduced the second generation of McLaren's carbon fiber Monocell chassis. It's designed with a slightly lower sill to make getting in and out easier.
The 570GT was a more luxurious, grand-touring oriented take on the 570S formula. In contrast, the 600LT was a track-focused powerhouse, pushing the performance limits even further.
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McLaren 570S Variants
Production Models
McLaren 540C (2015 - 2020)
McLaren 570S (2015 – 2021)
McLaren 570S Spider (2016 – 2021)
McLaren 570GT (2017 - 2021)
McLaren 600LT (2018 - 2021)
McLaren 600LT Spider (2019 - 2021)
McLaren 620R (2019 - 2021)
Special Models
MSO 600LT Segestria Borealis (2020)
‘Racing Through The Ages’ (2018)
McLaren MSO X (2018)
McLaren 570GT MSO Cabbeen (2019)
McLaren MSO 600LT Coupe (2019)
MSO 600LT Spider (Pikes Peak) (2020)
Race Models
McLaren 570S GT4 (2016)
McLaren 570S Sprint (2016)
McLaren 570S & Derivative Models
McLaren 540C Coupe
Years: 2015 - 2020
Engine: 3.8L twin-turbo V8
Power: 533 bhp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque: 398 lb-ft @ 3,500 rpm
0-60 mph: 3.4 sec
0-124 mph: 10.5 sec
Top Speed: 199 mph
Entry Level Assassin. A mid-mounted 533-hp 3.8-liter twin-turbo V8 drives the rear wheels of the 540C. This is McLaren’s entry level model. Despite its lower price, the 540C inherits performance-aiding technologies from its pricier siblings such as a system that brakes a rear wheel to help the car around a corner. 0-62mph in 3.5 seconds, 0-124mph in 10.5 seconds.
McLaren 570S Coupe
Years: 2015 - 2021
Engine: 3.8L twin-turbo V8
Power: 562 bhp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque: 443 lb-ft @ 5,000 rpm
0-60 mph: 3.1 sec
0-124 mph: 9.5 sec
Top Speed: 204 mph
For The Driver. This is the car you buy when you are sick of your Porsche. It is a true sports car experience, very driver centric with epic performance. We have found the 570S as the perfectly positioned car in the McLaren range. It has more performance than you could ever need on the road. It is lightweight, has direct steering and amazing driving dynamics.
McLaren 570S Spider
Years: 2016 - 2021
Engine: 3.8L twin-turbo V8
Power: 562 bhp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque: 443 lb-ft @ 5,000 rpm
0-60 mph: 3.2 sec
0-124 mph: 9.6 sec
Top Speed: 199 mph
Perfect Open Top Fun. Basically a 570S with a retractable hardtop, the 570S Spider is awesome. Gone are the days where convertibles were compromised, McLaren it seems has figured out how to make them as good as their coupe siblings. The Spider has the same twin turbo V8 as the coupe as well as the same carbon fibre MonoCell II chassis. Probably the best all-rounder.
McLaren 570GT
Years: 2017 - 2021
Engine: 3.8L twin-turbo V8
Power: 562 bhp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque: 443 lb-ft @ 5,000 rpm
0-60 mph: 3.4 sec
0-124 mph: 9.8 sec
Top Speed: 204mph
Practical, Fast, Luxurious. The 570GT is an interesting model now that McLaren has launched a focused GT model. It adds extra comfort and practicality to the 570 body style. Performance is still tremendous, but it takes the edge off in some ways (which is good). Every bit a McLaren, it’s optimized for the road and makes the ultimate experience that’s perfect for daily use.
McLaren 600LT Coupe
Years: 2018 - 2021
Engine: 3.8L twin-turbo V8
Power: 592 bhp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque: 457 lb-ft @ 5,500 rpm
0-60 mph: 2.9 sec
0-124 mph: 8.2 sec
Top Speed: 204 mph
Track-Focused Extreme. The limited-edition 600LT is the ultimate version of McLaren’s 570S/GT range (think of it like the 458 Speciale as to the 458). It uses a variation of 570S’ McLaren’s twin-turbo 3.8-liter V8, in this guise making 592 horsepower and 457 lb-ft of torque. The handling is perfectly balanced and reassures you with its predictable nature.
McLaren 600LT Spider
Years: 2019 - 2021
Engine: 3.8L twin-turbo V8
Power: 592 bhp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque: 457 lb-ft @ 5,500 rpm
0-60 mph: 2.9 sec
0-124 mph: 8.4 sec
Top Speed: 201 mph
Extreme With Heightened Sensations. Like the 600LT Coupe, a twin-turbocharged 3.8-liter V8 with 592 horsepower and 457 pound-feet of torque shoots the LT Spider to 60 mph in 2.8 seconds. Getting to 124 mph takes just an extra two-tenths of a second compared to the hardtop. You step on the throttle, wait for a tinge of turbo lag, then boom.
McLaren 620R Coupe
Years: 2019 - 2021
Engine: 3.8 L twin-turbo V8
Power: 612 bhp @ 7,250 rpm
Torque: 457 lb-ft @ 5,500 rpm
0-60 mph: 2.9 sec
0-124 mph: 8.1 sec
Top Speed: 200 mph
570S GT4 race car for the road. The car is basically a 570S GT4 race car for the road. It’s a limited-run coupe that McLaren will build only 350 of. The car is the most powerful of the Sports Series range. 612 hp and 457 lb-ft of torque. The car also gets the 570S GT4’s suspension and braking parts and many of the different adjustable aero components.
McLaren 570S MSO & Special Editions
‘Racing Through The Ages’
2018
6 Cars. Distinct themes represent significant periods of McLaren’s racing history. Featuring a 570S Coupe and 570S Spider in each theme for a total of six cars. The collection features three distinct themes: Muriwai, which celebrates Bruce McLaren’s early racing exploits in New Zealand; Papaya Spark, which honours victories in orange during the ’60s and 70s; and lastly, Sarthe Grey, inspired by McLaren’s Le Mans victory in 1995.
McLaren 570GT MSO Cabbeen
2019
6 Cars. McLaren built the 570GT MSO Cabbeen Collection as a China-only model. The company made five of the cars that appeared at the 2018 Beijing Auto Show in China. Now, there is a sixth car that made its American debut at the Lunar New Year: Year of the Pig celebration in Los Angeles. McLaren Special Operations and Mr. Cabbeen, a Chinese fashion designer teamed up to build the bespoke models.
MSO 600LT Spider Segestria
2016
Only 12 made. The car is named after the Segestria florentina spider. the 600LT Spider Segestria Borealis borrows both of these colors. The paint is a deep gloss black with green flake embedded in it, and the pinstripes, the brake calipers, diffuser vanes, interior stitching, and body lines of the Spider are fluorescent green.
McLaren MSO 600LT Coupe
2019
Before McLaren says goodnight to the 600LT Coupe, the company decided to put out a special MSO version of it. McLaren London commissioned the car. The car features a carbon-fiber roof with a roof scoop, 10-spoke ultra-lightweight gloss black wheels, and orange brake calipers.
MSO 600LT (Pikes Peak)
2020
Six McLaren 600LT Spiders built by McLaren Special Operations for the Pikes Peak Collection. Each of the cars is unique and features MSO Bespoke or MSO Heritage paint. Colors include Black Gold, White Gold, Nerello Red, Volcano Red, Aurora Blue & Midas Grey.
McLaren MSO X
2018
The MSO X is the result of applying as much 570S GT4 racing car thinking – and stripping-out – to a numberplate-wearing 570S as MSO can get away with. This is no mere application of a fixed rear wing, a McLaren F1-inspired roof snorkel, and some debatable paint schemes.
McLaren 570S Race Cars
McLaren 570S GT4
2016
The McLaren 570S GT4 is a race-ready version of the standard 570S, specifically designed to meet the stringent specifications of GT4-category racing. Introduced to cater to both amateur and professional racers, the 570S GT4 is equipped with a host of competition-oriented modifications. These include a significant aerodynamic overhaul with a large rear wing, front splitter, and underbody diffuser to improve downforce and stability at high speeds. The car's suspension is race-tuned, and it features a motorsport-specific ECU and a FIA-approved roll cage.
McLaren 570S Sprint
2016
The McLaren 570S Sprint, while also a track-focused variant of the 570S, is positioned differently compared to the GT4, as it is not homologated for any specific racing series. This allows for more freedom in terms of performance enhancements and customization. The Sprint is designed primarily for private track use and features many of the GT4’s modifications but without the constraints of racing regulations. It includes upgraded cooling systems, enhanced aerodynamics, and a more aggressive setup for suspension and brakes.
"An intoxicating blend of raw pace, agility, and driver feedback."
Road & Track on the 600LT
Our Favorite McLaren 570S Images
Sleek and aerodynamic design with sculpted air intakes, signature dihedral doors, exuding a sense of both athleticism and futuristic elegance.