McLaren P1 GTR confirmed for Geneva motor show

McLaren will unveil the P1 GTR at the Geneva motor show 2015. The sportscar manufacturer has confirmed that the car that will debut in March, will be in production ready form. It is based on the regular McLaren P1 but with a host of weight-saving and track optimisation measures which give it a 10 percent power-to-weight ratio advantage over the car.

The cabin is race-inspired and hence, striped out. It has also been designed with a greater focus on driver engagement and weight saving, without compromising comfort or safety. A new steering wheel inspired by the MP4-23, McLaren's 2008 Formula 1 car, is exclusive to the P1 GTR. Key controls are located on the centre of the wheel, allowing the driver to adjust the set-up and characteristics of the car without taking his hands from the wheel.

The DRS and IPAS buttons for the Drag Reduction System (DRS) and Instant Power Assist System (IPAS) are retained on the steering wheel. McLaren adds that all the controls have been configured so they can be easily operated when the driver is wearing a full race suit, helmet and gloves.

The cabin is equipped with lightweight carbonfibre seats similar to those used in DTM touring cars and full six-point harnesses. These will be set up for each P1 GTR owner, and mounted directly to the chassis, thereby reducing weight as there will be no additional mounting brackets. The seats are compatible with a Head and Neck Safety (HANS) device. Unlike some stripped-out track cars, the air-con system is retained in the P1 GTR to ensure comfort during track driving. The carbonfibre MonoCage chassis is carried over from the road car, and weighs 90kg, including the upper and lower structures, roof snorkel, engine air intake cavity, battery and power electronics housing.

The McLaren P1 GTR was first revealed at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance in August 2014.

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