- McLaren recalls the greatness of the F1 from 1992 and the P1 from 2013, for a good reason.
- The video series features a McLaren veteran who worked in the development of both models.
- McLaren’s new flagship hypercar is already under development.
McLaren published a new video series highlighting the F1 and the P1, as the time for the new hypercar to be revealed approaches. The company remains coy on details about the upcoming flagship hypercar, but chances are they will reveal more information soon.
The flashback to the previous range-toppers includes McLaren’s Fleet Manager and Engineer Maurizio Zagarella, who had the privilege of working in the development of both the F1 which debuted in 1992, and the P1 which followed in 2013.
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Zagarella said that their goal with the F1 was to “deliver the fastest car in the world”, while the electrified P1 was designed for “unmatched aerodynamic efficiency” and remains “one of the most technically complex cars ever created”. Despite the differences and the clear technical superiority of the P1, the McLaren veteran claims that the two models are “connected to each other through their DNA”.
Zagarella concludes that both the F1 and P1 “pushed the limits on what was possible”, adding that McLaren is “still pushing to find out”. The last sentence is a clear hint at a new member of the Ultimate Series, positioned above the Speedtail, Elva, and Senna of recent years.
Recent reports suggest that the new flagship hypercar will arrive in the US in the second half of 2026. The model, codenamed P18, will feature a hybrid V8 powertrain, supplied by UK-based engineering firm and McLaren’s longtime partner Ricardo. The hybrid system is expected to be 70 percent lighter compared to the current setup, thanks to a high-density battery pack derived from F1 single-seaters.
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A carbon fiber monocoque, a sophisticated chassis setup, and motorsport-inspired active aerodynamics are a safe bet, resulting in mind-blowing performance on the track. In terms of styling, the hypercar will implement McLaren’s new design language, serving as a forerunner of the future lineup.
The new McLaren will likely cost around $2 million, with a limited production run of 400 units. This number makes it less exclusive compared to its F1 (106 units) and P1 (375 units) predecessors, but rare enough to make it a collector’s piece.
Hopefully, the automaker will soon confirm some of the details and give us more hints about the upcoming launch, possibly as part of a teasing campaign.
