The McLaren Artura, a next-generation supercar, receives significant upgrades for both its coupe and newly introduced convertible Spider models. These enhancements not only boost power and performance but also elevate driver engagement, with a particular focus on the Artura’s advanced brake system.
Key Highlights:
- Enhanced Brake System: New cooling ducts improve thermal management and braking consistency at high speeds.
- Performance Powertrain: Advanced 3.0-litre V6 and E-motor powertrain producing a combined 700PS (690bhp).
- Dynamic Agility: Revised transmission calibration and new powertrain mount design for improved agility and precision.
- High-Speed Capabilities: Accelerates 0-100km/h (0-62mph) in 3.0 seconds with a maximum speed of 330km/h (205mph).
- Convertible Thrills: The Spider model features McLaren’s first-ever High-Performance Hybrid convertible with an electric retractable hard-top.
Enhanced Brake System for Superior Performance
The McLaren Artura’s braking system is a standout feature in its upgrade. The latest generation of McLaren’s renowned carbon ceramic disc and lightweight aluminum caliper braking system is employed. The carbon ceramic discs measure 390mm at the front and 380mm at the rear, providing powerful and consistent braking performance.
The Artura adopts Formula 1-inspired integrated caliper cooling ducts, significantly improving thermal management during high-speed driving. This technology reduces brake pad temperatures, ensuring the system remains efficient even in the most demanding conditions. Additionally, these ducts are designed to manage airflow efficiently, minimizing the impact on the main radiators and enhancing the overall aerodynamic performance of the vehicle.
Powerful and Responsive Powertrain
At the heart of the Artura is an advanced High-Performance Hybrid powertrain, combining a twin-turbocharged V6 petrol engine with an industry-leading axial flux electric motor. This combination produces a total output of 700PS and 720Nm of torque, delivering instant throttle response and ferocious acceleration. The Artura can achieve 0-100km/h (0-62mph) in just 3.0 seconds, showcasing its remarkable performance capabilities.
The E-motor’s transient torque of up to 225Nm ensures rapid response to driver inputs, further enhancing the car’s dynamic agility. The revised transmission calibration and new pre-fill feature contribute to 25% faster gearshifts, allowing for smoother and more responsive driving experiences.
Innovative Design and Driver Engagement
The Artura’s design is meticulously crafted to offer an immersive driving experience. The manual gear-shifting and dynamic modes settings are all accessible without taking hands off the steering wheel, ensuring that drivers can maintain full control at all times. The Proactive Damping Control suspension system has been enhanced, increasing response rates by up to 90%, which improves the car’s reaction to driver input and road surface changes.
Artura Spider: A New Dimension of Driving Thrills
The new Artura Spider adds a thrilling dimension to McLaren’s supercar range. As McLaren’s first-ever High-Performance Hybrid convertible, it features an electric retractable hard-top that operates in just 11 seconds, offering a full convertible experience. The Spider model maintains the lightweight engineering principles of the coupe, making it the lightest convertible supercar in its class.
Bottom Line
The McLaren Artura’s upgrades significantly enhance its brake system, powertrain, and overall driving dynamics. These improvements ensure that both the coupe and the new Spider models deliver exhilarating performance and exceptional driver engagement, maintaining McLaren’s commitment to innovation and excellence in supercar engineering.
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