{"id":248936,"date":"2023-12-19T01:19:09","date_gmt":"2023-12-19T01:19:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/automotobuzz.com\/?p=248936"},"modified":"2023-12-19T01:19:09","modified_gmt":"2023-12-19T01:19:09","slug":"new-mclaren-gts-arrives-to-make-grand-touring-more-comfortable-and-faster","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/automotobuzz.com\/car-reviews\/new-mclaren-gts-arrives-to-make-grand-touring-more-comfortable-and-faster\/","title":{"rendered":"New McLaren GTS arrives to make grand touring more comfortable, and faster!"},"content":{"rendered":"
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McLaren\u2019s most comfort-oriented model has been given a light refresh for 2024, beckoning a name change from GT to GTS along the way.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The two-seater, mid-engined layout has not changed dramatically, nor has its V8 powertrain. But McLaren is adamant that its unique approach to a long-distance cruiser has been improved through a range of subtle tweaks. Available to order now, the new McLaren GTS will reach customers in early 2024.<\/p>\n
Key elements of the GTS remain. Building off the central carbon-fibre tub-style chassis sits two aluminium subframes\u00a0\u2013 one holding the front suspension and the other cradling the engine, transmission and rear suspension.<\/p>\n
The 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine has been tweaked to produce an extra 15bhp (now 626bhp), with peak torque rated at 630Nm. The engine is connected to a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission powering the rear wheels through McLaren\u2019s Brake Steer system that negates the need for a traditional limited slip-differential.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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The double wishbone suspension is fitted as standard with McLaren\u2019s Proactive Damper Control system, which uses a combination of springs and adaptive dampers with standard anti-roll bars. This is not, mind, the fully active Proactive Chassis Control system that hydraulically cross-links the dampers and does away with anti-roll bars as in new 750S.\u00a0<\/p>\n
While this is not a traditional technical blueprint for a grand tourer, this ultra-lightweight construction means the GTS sheds 10kg (now 1,520kg) from its predecessor. As a result, performance is even more impressive, reaching 62mph in 3.2 seconds and 124mph in 8.9 seconds. Top speed stands at 203mph.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The brakes are carbon ceramic as standard, with 390mm front and 380mm rear discs gripped by six and four-piston calipers respectively.<\/p>\n
Changes to the exterior styling are limited to a subtly tweaked front bumper and trim elements, plus a fresh set of alloy wheels. There\u2019s also new colour and trim options inside, with a focus on retaining a clean interior matched to top-quality materials. It also retains the optional electrochromic glass roof that can be tinted on demand.<\/p>\n
Despite the mid-engined layout, the GT still offers a reasonable amount of luggage space, with front and rear boots as well as some storage behind the seats. Total cargo space stands at 570 litres.<\/p>\n
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