Exactly how much power and torque isn't yet known, but a 0-200km/h time of 7.8 seconds is quoted. That's major-league performance, and compares favourably to rivals like the Ferrari 488 GTB. If you happen to find yourself on a dragstrip, the quarter-mile dash can be dispensed with in a smidgeon over ten seconds. We can imagine Dominic Toretto being rather pleased with that...
One criticism of the outgoing 3.8-litre engine centred on its slightly monotonous voice, so McLaren has focused on producing a more interesting exhaust note by optimising the harmonics. A sports exhaust option is also available, presumably suited to those who enjoy rattling nearby windows upon start-up.
The engine bay also illuminates when the car is unlocked, highlighting the McLaren 'Speedmark' logo on the cast-aluminium intake plenum. More details of the new car's performance specifications will be revealed in Geneva on March 7th, along with a first proper look at the new styling and carbon tub construction.
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