McLaren P1 more details

The hybrid powertrain of the McLaren P1 consists of an electric motor and the 3.8-liter V8 biturbo engine, which we already know from the MP4-12C. The V8 is the opportunity for up to 737 hp and 727 Nm. The lightweight motor is good for 179 hp and 260 Nm.
The combined power is 916 hp, maximum torque 900 Nm. Switching is a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic.

The McLaren P1 is rear wheel drive. A hybrid powertrain is obviously more advantages than just extra horsepower. The hypercar example 10 km fully electric vehicles. The CO2 emission is "less than 200 g / km.

The McLaren has several driving modes. E-Fashion is the most environmentally responsible. At first put the car in this mode the electric motor, so that the CO2 emissions for up to ten kilometers 0 g / km. Then jumps to the combustion engine.

IPAS and DRS
who want more power in the other driving modes, via the IPAS and DRS buttons on the steering wheel the power of the electric motor and the combustion engine more appealing. The Drag Reduction System (DRS) has its roots in Formula 1. With the press of a button allows the rear spoiler sure the resistance 23 percent lower. If the brake pedal is touched, the system automatically deactivated.

IPAS is similar to the system from the same KERS Formula 1. With this button, the driver on call 179 extra horsepower available for an even brighter acceleration. The battery weighs 96 kilograms and is integrated in the Mono Cage carbon fiber chassis, so no separate structure for the battery pack to accommodate extra weight puts.

The official unveiling of the production car is later this month on the schedule. At the Geneva Motor Show we can produce cars for the first time really admire.