About the McLaren 540C
The McLaren 540C is part of the renowned automaker's Sports Series, offering a full range of high-performance cars. The McLaren 540C was introduced in 2016 and UK production was discontinued in 2021, spanning a single generation.
1st Generation (2015-2021)
- Entry-level model based on the McLaren 570S features a 3.8-litre V8 biturbo mid-engine (533 bhp) and a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.
- Features a top speed of 199 mph and hits 62 mph in 3.5 seconds.
- Carbon fibre construction is shared with its supercar and Formula 1 models, and includes a MonoCell II rigid chassis weighing less than 80 kg for better handling.