McLaren Reveals MCL-HY Hybrid Hypercar for 2027 WEC, Alongside Track-Only GTR Variant
McLaren has unveiled the MCL-HY, a hybrid hypercar set to compete in the FIA World Endurance Championship and the 24 Hours of Le Mans from 2027, alongside an exclusive track-only GTR version.
520 kW (707 PS)
1,030 kg
circa 730 PS
What Happened
McLaren has revealed the MCL-HY hybrid hypercar, which will compete in the FIA World Endurance Championship from 2027, including the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Built to LMDh regulations, it features a twin-turbo V6 hybrid powertrain producing up to 520 kW (707 PS) and weighs a minimum of 1,030 kg. A track-only GTR variant, powered solely by the combustion engine, is also announced.
On-track testing of the MCL-HY begins
WEC debut and 24 Hours of Le Mans
Deliveries of the MCL-HY GTR start
“Years and months in the making and here we are, revealing the MCL-HY to the world. McLaren Racing now has three race cars ready to contest the biggest motorsport series in the world; Formula 1, INDYCAR and WEC. This means McLaren, its partners and fans can challenge for the Triple Crown of Monaco GP, INDY500 and the 24 Hours of Le Mans together – a unique cross-series story that sets us apart.”
The MCL-HY GTR is part of the Project: Endurance program, offering clients an immersive race team experience, professional driver coaching, a dedicated pit crew, and a two-year track driving program at premier international circuits. Ownership includes arrive-and-drive access to PURE McLaren track events.
Why this matters
The MCL-HY marks McLaren's return to Le Mans' top class, aiming for the Triple Crown of motorsport, while the GTR variant offers VIP clients an unprecedented hypercar track experience backed by the racing team.
Terms in This Story
- LMDh
- Le Mans Daytona hybrid regulations, a set of technical rules for hybrid race cars used in the FIA World Endurance Championship and IMSA.
- Hypercar
- The top class in the FIA World Endurance Championship, featuring high-performance hybrid and non-hybrid prototypes.
- MGU
- Motor Generator Unit, an electric machine that can act as a motor or generator, part of the hybrid system.
- Triple Crown
- The achievement of winning the Monaco Grand Prix, Indianapolis 500, and 24 Hours of Le Mans.
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