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Intelligent design Drawing on a huge amount of Formula One expertise and technology, with engineering as intriguing as it is intelligent, the MP4-12C is one cool contender. Highly efficient performance marries beautifully with industry leading emissions and with first class control grip and comfort the perfect performance offered by the unrivalled mechanical grip makes for a super smooth ride. It’s not good to develop an obsession about weight – unless of course we’re talking nifty contenders in the sports car arena. Every element of the MP4-12C has been meticulously designed and then redesigned in order to minimise weight as much as possible. With an incredibly impressive power to weight ratio and an awesome Formula 1 inspired gearbox this versatile speedy sports cars handles the track as well as it does the road. The new McLaren MP4-12C is not only the ultimate machine when it comes to driving enjoyment but with its finely crafted body work and state-of-the art finishes it is also extremely aesthetically pleasing. So, when it comes to choosing a sports car, what sort of technology is important to you? Hydraulically supported and connected suspension? Adaptive dampers, a little under 600bhp, 1301kg dry, carbon tub, optional ceramic brakes, brake assist or twin turbochargers? What about all of the above? When it comes to technical highlights the Maclaren MP4-12C isn’t backward in coming forward. Extraordinary Output Before you even set foot inside this magnificent machine you’ll be blown away by the overall package as the door releases effortlessly upwards, forwards and outwards. In the driving seat you benefit from a superb panoramic forward view and you will experience the sensation of great space behind you. You’ll feel like a Formula One Winner with this fantastic supercar with extraordinary grip, extreme comfort and sensational suspension that seems to handle any obstacle without jarring. With separate ‘Normal’, ‘Sport’ and ‘Track’ modes for suspension and engine/ transmission, you can increase roll-stiffness. In ‘track’ mode, it steers effortlessly, almost gliding along as it reaches speeds of up to over 200mph. Unlike any other sports car, it separates the roles of ride and roll-stiffness making it incredibly smooth on a straight, bumpy road. The power train is remarkable in its strength and ease-of-use. You can opt to separate the chassis functions from the power train – comfort, sport and track – to achieve sharp throttle response and faster gearshifts, with supple suspension. At 600bhp, the McLaren’s output is extraordinary. Even better, its torque, or pulling power, stays high from 3,000rpm right up to 7,000. The MP4-12C is very responsive so you can break late and deep and it changes direction effortlessly. In fact, it’s so speedy; you’d be forgiven for forgetting it’s a road car! Definitive Driving Dynamics Extremely responsive with its revolutionary gearbox, the MP4-12C offers the smoothest drive imaginable. So what’s so good about the gearbox I hear you ask – oh where to start! A dedicated design team have pulled out all the stops to deliver an exceptional ‘Seamless Shift Gearbox’ that has none of the drawbacks – such as lurching or torque interruption sometimes experienced with sequential manual gearboxes. This unique seven- speed dual clutch gearbox allows for near instant gear changes. The iron brake system is also lighter than the carbon ceramic alternative and the lightweight 3.81 V8 twin-turbo engine is super powerful. The DreamMachine The McLaren will reach 62mph in an astonishing 3.3 seconds, scorch to twice that speed in 9.1 and zoom on to an outstanding 205mph – if you can handle it! A stop from 62mph needs just 100ft. Despite its ability to reach incredible speeds at a breathtaking pace, the MP4-12C doesn’t guzzle the fuel as you’d expect and it’s an absolute dream to take to the wheel. Maclaren have come up trumps with this fabulous high performance supercar that enables state-of-the-art technology to translate to superior performance for the ultimate driving experience. If it’s good enough for two world champions – it’s passed the Jenson and Lewis test – then it’s good enough for us. Where do we sign? For more information please visit www.mclaren.com Find Mclaren on facebook at www.facebook.com/vodafonemclarenmercedes 200 SIMPLY ABU DHABI

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