McLaren recently unveiled the MCL-HY for the 2027 FIA World Endurance Championship alongside the ultra-exclusive Project Endurance MCL-HY GTR track car.

McLaren is making a powerful return to endurance racing with the unveiling of the McLaren MCL-HY. Set to compete in the FIA World Endurance Championship starting in 2027, it marks the brand’s long-awaited comeback to the top class at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, with its sights firmly set on reclaiming the Triple Crown of Motorsport.

Development is already in motion, with a dedicated 2026 test program designed to refine and perfect the car ahead of homologation. Every detail is being shaped to deliver a machine that lives up to McLaren’s racing legacy.

Alongside it, the MCL-HY GTR offers something truly special. Created in parallel with the race car, this ultra-exclusive track model invites a select group of clients into Project Endurance, delivering an immersive experience that brings them closer than ever to the world of professional racing. Read all about it here.

Celebrating McLaren’s Racing Heritage

The McLaren MCL-HY made its debut in a striking test livery inspired by the McLaren M6A, a nod to Bruce McLaren’s original vision of taking the M6GT to Le Mans. In many ways, the MCL-HY feels like that dream brought to life, a bold step forward rooted deeply in the brand’s past.

Racing has always been at the heart of McLaren, from its dominance in Can-Am during the late 1960s and early 1970s to its unforgettable victory at Le Mans in 1995 with the F1 GTR. This return to the top class at Le Mans is more than a comeback; it is a statement of intent. With McLaren already competing at the highest level in Formula 1 and IndyCar, the MCL-HY completes the final chapter in a pursuit that puts the legendary Triple Crown firmly back within reach.

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McLaren MCL-HY Performance

Built to meet LMDh regulations, the MCL-HY brings together a lightweight carbon fibre monocoque chassis construction with a finely tuned sense of balance. At its core is a twin-turbocharged V6 paired with a hybrid MGU system, delivering a powerful output of 520kW 697bhp (707PS) straight to the rear wheels with precision and control.

With its low overall weight of 2,270lbs and carefully engineered power-to-weight ratio, the MCL-HY is designed to perform at the highest level while maintaining the efficiency required for endurance racing. Every element has been shaped to handle the intensity of the FIA World Endurance Championship and the demands of the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Discover the power of McLaren below.

McLaren MCL-HY GTR Track Car

The MCL-HY GTR brings McLaren Racing and McLaren Automotive together in a way never seen before. Developed alongside the race car itself, this track-focused machine strips the experience back to its purest form. Without the hybrid system required in the FIA Hypercar, power comes solely from a 2.9-liter twin-turbocharged racing engine, delivering around 720 horsepower while keeping weight impressively low.

The result is an experience built entirely around connection and performance. Every lap feels raw, focused, and authentic, giving drivers the sensation of a true Hypercar without the added complexity. The McLaren MCL-HY GTR is a machine designed to make world-class track performance feel thrilling, approachable, and deeply immersive. More details here.

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Few will ever experience the MCL-HY GTR.

Already reserved for a select few, the McLaren MCL HY GTR delivers an ultra-exclusive experience that extends far beyond the driver’s seat. Through Project Endurance, clients gain unprecedented access to McLaren Racing’s World Endurance Championship journey, from development and testing to the excitement of the 2027 24 Hours of Le Mans, becoming part of the story every step of the way.

Clients will also take part in a two-year driving program across premier international circuits, complete with professional coaching, dedicated pit crews, and race engineering support. Every event is designed as a seamless arrive and drive experience focused purely on the thrill of driving.

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