McLaren 570S GT4 (GT4)
The McLaren 570S GT4 is a customer-racing version of McLaren’s lightweight Sports Series coupe, built to GT4 regulations for accessible but serious circuit racing. Based on the road-going 570S, it swaps comfort for safety equipment, aero, and track-focused hardware, making it a sharp and rewarding entry in the class.
Key Specs (BoP-dependent, typical sim values)
Powertrain: 3.8L twin-turbocharged V8 (mid-mounted, longitudinal)
Total Output: ~430 hp (BoP-dependent)
Redline: ~7,500–8,000 rpm
Transmission: 7-speed dual-clutch automatic
Weight: ~1,330 kg minimum
Dimensions: ~4,530 mm long × 1,920 mm wide × 1,200 mm tall | Wheelbase ~2,670 mm
Tires: GT4 slicks on 18-inch racing wheels
Brakes: Steel racing discs with multi-piston calipers
Layout: Mid-engine, rear-wheel drive
In the Simulator Feel
The 570S GT4 is a balanced, approachable GT4 car that feels quick without being overwhelming. Its mid-engine chassis gives it natural rotation and strong agility, while the GT4 aero package keeps it stable enough for close racing and long stints. Compared to higher-downforce GT machinery, it feels lighter on its feet and more forgiving, especially for drivers who like to lean on mechanical grip and momentum.
Engine & Sound: The twin-turbo V8 delivers a deep, smooth, and muscular note with a characteristic turbo whoosh and a clean surge of torque in the mid-range. It doesn’t need sky-high revs to feel fast, and the power delivery is broad and friendly, making exits from slower corners easy to manage.
Handling Characteristics:
Cornering: Agile and responsive on turn-in, with predictable rotation and mild understeer when pushed beyond the front tire’s limit.
Traction: Strong rear traction under power, though abrupt inputs can still provoke snap oversteer if you’re greedy on throttle.
Braking: Solid and confidence-inspiring with good pedal feel, though not as extreme as GT3 or prototype machinery.
Top Speed: Respectable, but primarily a corner-speed car rather than a straight-line monster.
Driving Style Tip: Drive it smoothly and keep the momentum rolling. The 570S GT4 rewards tidy inputs, late apexes, and controlled throttle application — a great choice for drivers who enjoy precision over aggression.
Livery & Aesthetics: The 570S GT4 looks every bit the part of a modern McLaren race car, with low-slung proportions, sharp body lines, and functional aero additions like the rear wing and splitter. In simulator form, it has a purposeful, compact stance that makes it stand out in GT4 fields.
Whether you’re learning racecraft, enjoying close GT battles, or running endurance-style stints, the McLaren 570S GT4 is one of the most enjoyable and accessible mid-engine GT4 cars to drive in sim racing.