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By Jonathan Crouch

The McLaren 750S claims to be the segment's most complete supercar. Jonathan Crouch takes a look.

Ten Second Reviewword count: 59

The McLaren 750S takes the basic formula of its 720S predecessor and tweaks the suspension, increases the aerodynamic downforce, ups the power, improves the styling and smartens the cabin. The result is arguably the segment's most complete supercar. More capable, more compliant and more complete than anything the brand has previously brought us, there's nothing else quite like it.

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In its own small but significant way, McLaren is redefining the ultimate end of the exotic sportscar market. And here's proof, in the form of one of the most important models this British brand has ever made - the 750S. It's the company's mid-range 'Supercar' model, a replacement for the 720S launched back in 2017. The Woking maker's 'Sports Series' GT model sits just below this car. And the rare and exclusive 'Ultimate Series' McLaren Senna, Elva and Speedtail models are positioned just above it. The 720S was a decent step on from its 2014-era 650S predecessor, delivering near hypercar speed for near-supercar money. As its name suggests, the 750S is an evolution, but a surprisingly comprehensive one. It aims to redefine just how fast a road car can be - while still continuing to be credible form of conveyance, rather than a racer with a reg plate. In many ways, it's McLaren's most definitive car. And it hopes to involve and satisfy you in a way that no competitor can.

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Lots is new here. A power hike obviously - as the name suggests, up from 720 to 750PS. And a 30kg weight saving, creating the lightest series production McLaren road car yet (1,277kg without fluids). Subtle changes have also been made to the twin turbocharged 4.0-litre V8, including revised calibration for sharper power delivery, high-pressure turbos and lighter pistons. Plus there's a shorter final drive ratio for the 7-speed dual-clutch paddleshift automatic gearbox. The result of all this is a segment-leading power-to-weight ratio of 579bhp-per-tonne. And a 0-62mph figure of just 2.8s (10% faster than before), 186mph 4.4s later and ultimately on to 206mph. So it's very fast: but then you knew it would be. The chassis revisions are extensive too, with a faster steering rack and an upgraded version of the brand's clever Proactive Chassis Control system, which limits body roll and works via three selectable damper settings - 'Comfort', 'Sport' and 'Track': 'Comfort' will be your default option most of the time. There's also a 6mm increase in front track width and lighter springs (4% stiffer at the rear and 3% stiffer at the front). The standard-fit sports exhaust sounds even wilder. And the engine mounts have been modified to give what McLaren calls 'an intensified sense of connection'.

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