The McLaren P1 is a limited-production hybrid hypercar produced by the British manufacturer McLaren Automotive. Introduced in 2013, the P1 was developed to showcase advanced performance technology derived from Formula One engineering and to represent the pinnacle of McLaren’s road car capabilities at the time.
The P1 features a mid-engine layout combining a twin-turbocharged V8 engine with an electric motor, forming a high-output hybrid powertrain. It utilizes a carbon-fiber monocoque chassis and incorporates active aerodynamics, including an adjustable rear wing and advanced suspension systems designed to maximize downforce and track performance.
Produced in strictly limited numbers, the McLaren P1 achieved exceptional acceleration and top-speed figures for its era. It is widely recognized as one of the leading hypercars of the 2010s and a key example of hybrid performance technology applied to road-going vehicles.