- McLaren has unveiled the limited-run 788HS supercar, marking the end of the 720S platform era.
- The 788HS is the first ‘new’ McLaren in almost two years.
- With 788 hp and a 0-62 mph time of 2.8 seconds, the 788HS is the most powerful derivative of McLaren’s mid-engined supercar.
- Production of the 788HS is limited to 200 units, split evenly between coupé and spider forms.
- The 788HS represents a significant upgrade over the previous models, featuring a comprehensive aerodynamic package and a reworked chassis.
- The 788HS is the last car built on the 720S platform, which has been in use since 2017.
- The 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 engine in the 788HS produces 788 hp and 800 Nm of torque.
- The dry weight of the 788HS is 1,265 kg, giving it a power-to-weight ratio of 623 hp per tonne.
McLaren has officially launched the 788HS, a limited-run supercar that serves as the final iteration of the 720S platform. With a powerful 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 engine producing 788hp and 800Nm of torque, the 788HS accelerates from 0-62mph in just 2.8 seconds.1234578
This model represents a significant upgrade over the 750S, featuring a comprehensive aerodynamic package that generates 10 percent more downforce than the 765LT. The dry weight of the car is 1,265 kg, resulting in a remarkable 623 hp-per-tonne power-to-weight ratio, the highest in the 720S series.69
Production is limited to 200 units, split evenly between 100 coupés and 100 Spider convertibles, with prices starting at £450,000. The 788HS is not just a performance machine; it also showcases bespoke styling and chassis upgrades, marking the end of an era for McLaren's iconic supercar lineage.
“The 788HS is the most extreme and most powerful version yet,” a McLaren spokesperson stated, emphasizing its significance as the last car built on the 720S platform. The model debuted at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, highlighting McLaren's commitment to innovation and performance in the supercar market.
With the 788HS, McLaren aims to solidify its legacy in the high-performance automotive sector, promising more hybrids and new models in the future as part of a £1.5bn investment plan to ensure the brand's sustainability.
“The 788HS features a powerful 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 engine, producing 788hp and 800Nm, with a dry weight of just 1,265kg. This model represents a significant upgrade over the 750S, generating 10% more downforce and achieving a power-to-weight ratio of 623hp per tonne.”
