McLaren unveiled its forthcoming FIA World Endurance Championship hypercar, the MCL‑HY, by securing the vehicle to the deck of a 73‑metre superyacht cruising through Port Hercule ahead of the Monaco Grand Prix weekend.
Technical profile and the exclusive GTR edition
The race‑ready MCL‑HY pairs a twin‑turbo V6 unit with a hybrid motor‑generator unit, delivering 707 PS to the rear axle while the chassis weighs roughly 1,030 kg, yielding a striking power‑to‑weight ratio. A track‑only derivative, the MCL‑HY GTR, discards the mandatory hybrid system, allowing the turbocharged engine to output 730 PS and featuring a pronounced rear stabiliser fin and wing.
McLaren’s Project: Endurance program will sell the GTR solely to VIP clients, bundling a two‑year ownership package that includes driver coaching and privileged access to the brand’s WEC operations.
Strategic relevance for the modern Triple Crown
By fielding the MCL‑HY in the 2025 WEC season and the 24 Hours of Le Mans, McLaren moves one step closer to completing a contemporary Triple Crown; the marque already boasts victories at Monaco and the Indianapolis 500, leaving Le Mans as the sole missing prize.
The debut on a luxury yacht underscores the program’s high‑profile launch strategy, aligning the hypercar’s prestige with the glamour surrounding the Monaco event.
Monaco milestone and brand heritage
While the MCL‑HY makes its maritime appearance, McLaren’s Formula 1 squad celebrates its 1,000th Grand Prix entry and marks the 60th anniversary of its inaugural Monaco start in 1966, reinforcing the team’s long‑standing connection to the principality.
As the superyacht departs the harbor, the hypercar prepares for its first test on the Circuit de Monaco, setting the stage for a WEC campaign that could finally crown McLaren’s modern era with a Le Mans triumph.
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