Monday, April 21, 2014

Geneva Auto Show 2014: McLaren launches 650S Coupe and Spider


650S Coupe


650S Spider

Mc Laren Automotive has unveiled their latest supercar the 650S at the ongoing Geneva Motor Show. The new car is available in both Coupe and Spider forms priced at 195,250 pounds (Rs 2,01,31,885) and 215,250 pounds (Rs 2,21,94,050) respectively.

The 650S has been introduced in to the lineup above the 12C which continues to be produced. The Spider version gets a two piece electrically retractable hardtop which opens and closes in less than 17 seconds and is functional at speeds up to 30kmph.

The look of the 650S is derived from the ‘form follows function’ McLaren design philosophy giving it a smooth, sleek and beautiful exterior.

Engine doing duty under the hood is McLaren’s acclaimed 3.8litre, twin-turbo V8 engine producing 650PS of max power and an impressive 678Nm of torque which is married to a 7-speed SSG gearbox. McLaren says the 650S Coupe completes the 0-100kmph in 3.0 seconds and the 0-200kmph mark is crossed in 8.4 seconds with the acceleration being felt all the way to its top speed of 333kmph. The Spider is also the claimed to hit the double ton in 8.6 seconds with a top speed of 329kmph.

The car has several functions to aid handling dynamics and augment driver experience. The chassis itself is a carbon fibre Monocell and features such as ProActive Chassis Control, Brake Steer, McLaren Airbrake and an improved steering system all make this a formidable track car which can also be used for everyday travel.

Interiors are luxurious and get full Alacantara trim or optional Nappa leather, four speaker Meridian audio system, IRIS satellite navigation and DAB digital radio.

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