McLaren P1 GTR makes public debut at 2015 Geneva Motor Show
McLaren has unveiled the track-only P1 GTR to the public at Geneva, revealing full technical details and the car’s focus as a direct rival to the Ferrari FXX K.
McLaren has given the P1 GTR its public premiere at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show, showing the final version of the track-only hypercar. The P1 GTR is intended as a direct rival to Ferrari’s FXX K, offering McLaren’s clients a circuit-focused evolution of the P1 road car.
Technical changes from the road-going P1
The P1 GTR builds on the existing P1’s hybrid powertrain, but with a combined output raised to 1,000hp (736kW). The 3.8-litre twin-turbocharged V8 is tuned to deliver 800hp (588kW), while the electric motor provides an additional 200hp (147kW). No official performance figures have been released, but the focus is on circuit use rather than road legality.
Compared to the standard P1, the GTR sits 50mm lower and is 80mm wider, changes that help increase downforce by 10 percent according to McLaren. The car rides on 19-inch centre-locking motorsport alloys, shod with Pirelli slick tyres. The bodywork features carbon fibre panels for the roof and engine bay, and polycarbonate is used for the side windows to reduce weight. A fixed rear wing dominates the rear, further contributing to the car’s increased aerodynamic grip.
Focus on track performance and exclusivity
The P1 GTR is not road legal and is intended exclusively for track use, positioning it as a member of a very limited club of ultra-high-performance cars for private circuit events. McLaren’s approach echoes Ferrari’s FXX K programme, with both manufacturers targeting their most dedicated customers through exclusive ownership experiences.
McLaren has not announced production numbers or pricing at Geneva, but the car’s specification and intended use make it clear this is a proposition for collectors and track-day enthusiasts. The P1 GTR’s public unveiling in Geneva puts it in direct competition with other hypercars shown at the event, including the Ferrari 488 GTB and Porsche 911 GT3 RS, though only the Ferrari FXX K matches its pure track-only focus.
How the P1 GTR compares to the standard P1
| Feature | P1 GTR | P1 (road car) |
|---|---|---|
| Combined power output | 1,000hp (736kW) | 916hp (674kW) |
| Ride height | 50mm lower | Standard |
| Width | 80mm wider | Standard |
| Tyres | Pirelli slicks | Road tyres |
| Exhaust system | Titanium alloy/Inconel | Standard |
| Windows | Polycarbonate | Glass |
| Rear wing | Fixed, large | Active, smaller |
For more from Geneva, see thePorsche 911 GT3 RSandFerrari 488 GTB.
