McLaren announces the Asia-only 625C
Do drivers in Asia prefer their supercars with less power and a more comfortable suspension set-up? McLaren clearly reckons that’s the case, because its new 625C has been created especially for the region.
As the name implies, the 625C’s 3.8 litre twin-turbo V8 engine produces 616 bhp (460 kW / 625 PS) rather than the 641 bhp (478 kW / 650 PS) enjoyed by the 650S. Incidentally, the final 12C also had the same lower output.
%2BFront%2BSide.jpg "McLaren 625C Coupé (2015) Front Side")
Not that the horsepower deficit affects performance much. With optional Pirelli P Zero Corsa tyres fitted, the 625C Coupé accelerates from rest to 62 mph (100 km/h) in 3.1 seconds and the sprint to 124 mph (200 km/h) takes 8.8 seconds.
By comparison, the 650S achieves those benchmarks in 3.0 and 8.4 seconds respectively, so it’s only marginally quicker. What’s more, both models share an identical 207 mph (333 km/h) top speed.
%2BRear%2BSide%2Band%2B625C%2BSpider%2B(2015)%2BFront%2BSide.jpg "McLaren 625C Coupé (2015) Rear Side and 625C Spider (2015) Front Side")
Nevertheless, the driving experience should be quite different. To give a more refined ride, the 625C gets bespoke dampers, softer rear springs and a recalibrated ProActive Chassis Control system. Another notable chassis change is the use of cast iron brake discs instead of the carbon ceramic items found on the 650S.
The 625C is being offered in both Coupé and Spider guises. Sales have already begun in Hong Kong and launches in other selected territories are due to follow soon.
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As the name implies, the 625C’s 3.8 litre twin-turbo V8 engine produces 616 bhp (460 kW / 625 PS) rather than the 641 bhp (478 kW / 650 PS) enjoyed by the 650S. Incidentally, the final 12C also had the same lower output.
Not that the horsepower deficit affects performance much. With optional Pirelli P Zero Corsa tyres fitted, the 625C Coupé accelerates from rest to 62 mph (100 km/h) in 3.1 seconds and the sprint to 124 mph (200 km/h) takes 8.8 seconds.
By comparison, the 650S achieves those benchmarks in 3.0 and 8.4 seconds respectively, so it’s only marginally quicker. What’s more, both models share an identical 207 mph (333 km/h) top speed.
Nevertheless, the driving experience should be quite different. To give a more refined ride, the 625C gets bespoke dampers, softer rear springs and a recalibrated ProActive Chassis Control system. Another notable chassis change is the use of cast iron brake discs instead of the carbon ceramic items found on the 650S.
The 625C is being offered in both Coupé and Spider guises. Sales have already begun in Hong Kong and launches in other selected territories are due to follow soon.
Related posts:
McLaren 650S GT3 shown at Goodwood
2014 McLaren 650S first view
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