McLaren Seoul has officially announced the start of deliveries for the Artura, a high-performance hybrid supercar boasting 680 horsepower, as of the 19th.
The Artura represents the next-generation plug-in hybrid (PHEV) supercar that encapsulates McLaren’s powerful powertrain technology derived from F1, acceleration performance, aerodynamics, and ultra-lightweight engineering, all enhanced with electrification technology. It is designed not only for extreme conditions but also for everyday urban driving.
It features a hybrid powertrain that combines McLaren’s innovative 3.0-liter V6 twin-turbo engine with a 95-horsepower electric motor. The engine layout is arranged at a 120° angle, and the low engine design lowers the vehicle’s center of gravity and minimizes pressure loss, ensuring optimal engine performance.
As a result, it achieves a top speed of 330 km/h, delivers a peak output of 680 horsepower (585 horsepower from the twin-turbo engine and 95 horsepower from the electric motor), and generates a maximum torque of 720 Nm (according to European standards). It can accelerate from a standstill to 100 km/h in just 3.0 seconds and to 200 km/h in 8.3 seconds, with a power-to-weight ratio that reaches an impressive 488 horsepower per ton.
The EV-only driving capability is also exceptional. The total capacity of the five lithium-ion battery packs is 7.4 kWh, allowing for pure EV driving up to 31 km. When charged using a standard Electric Vehicle Supply (EVS), it takes approximately 2 hours to reach 80% battery capacity. The core technology of the Artura’s electric motor is the axial flux motor, which is smaller and lighter than conventional radial flux motors, providing significantly more power. This results in a power density 33% higher than that of the McLaren P1™. It also features ‘Torque Infills’ to ensure sharp and instantaneous throttle response.
The 8-speed gearbox consists only of forward gears, designed specifically for hybrid supercars by McLaren. For reverse, the electric motor is simply rotated in the opposite direction.
Despite being a plug-in hybrid vehicle, McLaren’s unparalleled ultra-lightweight technology is fully reflected in the Artura. It is the first model that applies McLaren’s Carbon Lightweight Architecture (MCLA). From the body and chassis to the powertrain, every aspect of the Artura is designed with ultra-lightweight engineering, resulting in a dry weight of only 1,395 kg.
The sleekness and smooth design of the body are also striking, minimized in parts and panels required for vehicle design thanks to the MCLA layout.
Compared to the electrification trend in the completed automotive industry, hybrid vehicles are still rare in the supercar market, which has led to high customer interest and inquiries for the Artura, a plug-in hybrid model that stands out from conventional supercars. A standard warranty of 5 years (75,000 km) is provided, with the hybrid battery covered for 6 years (75,000 km), and the body featuring a 5-year warranty with no mileage limit.
Yang Ji-soon daedusj@autodiary.kr