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McLaren 570S

Super StreetMcLaren
562 hp
Horsepower
1419 kg
Weight
RWD
Drivetrain
2015
Year

McLaren 570S (Super Street)

The McLaren 570S is a lightweight British supercar that brings McLaren's track-focused engineering to the road in a more accessible package. Sitting in the Sports Series, it pairs a carbon-fiber chassis with a twin-turbo V8 and crisp rear-drive dynamics.

Key Specs (BoP-dependent, typical sim values)

  • Powertrain: 3.8L twin-turbocharged 90° V8, mid-mounted longitudinally

  • Total Output: ~562 hp (419 kW)

  • Redline: ~8,400 rpm

  • Transmission: 7-speed dual-clutch automatic

  • Weight: ~1,419 kg

  • Dimensions: ~4,530 mm long × 1,930 mm wide × 1,202 mm tall | Wheelbase 2,670 mm

  • Tires: High-performance street tires on lightweight alloys

  • Brakes: Carbon-ceramic discs with multi-piston calipers

  • Layout: Mid-engine, rear-wheel drive

In the Simulator Feel

The 570S is a nimble, precise supercar that feels far more agile than its performance numbers suggest. Thanks to McLaren's low weight, carbon tub, and responsive chassis, it turns in eagerly and communicates clearly through fast direction changes. It has enough power to be thrilling, but the balance is what stands out most — approachable at the limit, yet rewarding when you start driving it with real intent.

Engine & Sound: The twin-turbo V8 delivers a deep, energetic bark with a crisp turbocharged edge. It pulls strongly through the midrange and feels especially lively as the revs climb, with quick-shifting DCT changes keeping the engine in its sweet spot. In-sim, the soundtrack is muscular without being overwhelming, giving the car a refined but still aggressive supercar character.

Handling Characteristics:

  • Cornering: Sharp front-end response and excellent balance make it easy to place accurately.

  • Traction: Strong rear grip, though it can step out if you get greedy on throttle exiting slower corners.

  • Braking: Excellent stopping power and confidence thanks to the carbon-ceramic setup.

  • Top Speed: Very competitive for a road car, with strong acceleration and stable high-speed composure.

Driving Style Tip: Drive it smoothly and keep inputs tidy. The 570S rewards precision, especially on corner entry and mid-corner throttle application. It shines on technical circuits where its agility can outpace heavier rivals.

Livery & Aesthetics: The 570S has classic McLaren styling — low-slung, sculpted, and functional, with signature flying buttresses and dramatic dihedral doors. In the simulator, it looks clean and purposeful, with a design language that feels equally at home on a track day or a street cruise.

Whether you're carving through tight esses or stretching its legs on a fast straight, the McLaren 570S delivers that trademark McLaren blend of lightness, speed, and precision — a supercar that feels engineered to flatter committed driving.