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MCLAREN P1
P1 / 2013-2014 / Coupe
Global / Limited production, markets with homologation for ultra-limited supercarsGlobalCoverage: expanded
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2013 MCLAREN P1 M840TR (P12)
P12 / M840TR / 3.8 L twin-turbocharged V8 petrol combined with electric motor in a hybrid system
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Oil type: Fully synthetic 0W-40 engine oil meeting McLaren specificationsOil capacity: Approx. 6.3 liters including filter; service-fill volumeRelated: P1, M840TR engine
2014 MCLAREN P1 M838TQ (P1)
P1 / M838TQ / 3.8L twin-turbocharged V8 paired with an electric motor, hybrid powertrain setup
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Oil type: Fully synthetic 5W-40 engine oil meeting McLaren specificationOil capacity: Approx. 8.5 liters; includes service-fill; oil filter change recommended with every oil serviceRelated: M838T, M838TE
Engine codes by year
| Year | Trim | Engine codes | Displacement | Fuel system |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | technical-profile | M840TR | 3799 cc | Direct injection twin-turbo V8 plus electric motor |
| 2014 | technical-profile | M838TQ | 3799 cc | Direct fuel injection, turbocharged V8 combined with electric motor |
Oil capacity by engine
| Year | Engine codes | Oil type | Oil capacity | Fluid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | M840TR | Fully synthetic 0W-40 engine oil meeting McLaren specifications | Approx. 6.3 liters including filter; service-fill volume | Specified McLaren automatic transmission fluid |
| 2014 | M838TQ | Fully synthetic 5W-40 engine oil meeting McLaren specification | Approx. 8.5 liters; includes service-fill; oil filter change recommended with every oil service | McLaren specified dual-clutch transmission fluid; replacement interval varies |
Technical specifications
- Engines: M840TR, M838TQ
- Transmissions: Not available; 7-speed dual-clutch automated manual, 7-speed dual-clutch automated manual, Specified McLaren automatic transmission fluid, No manual transmission; 7-speed dual-clutch automated manual, 7-speed dual-clutch automated manual (seamless shift), McLaren specified dual-clutch transmission fluid; replacement interval varies
- Tire sizes: Front: 265/30 ZR19, Rear: 345/30 ZR20
- Bolt pattern: Verify by exact trim and wheel package
- Wheel torque: Verify by VIN and wheel package
- Battery: Verify by engine, market and equipment package
Fluids and service data
- Engine oil: Fully synthetic 0W-40 engine oil meeting McLaren specifications / Fully synthetic 5W-40 engine oil meeting McLaren specification
- Transmission fluid: Specified McLaren automatic transmission fluid / McLaren specified dual-clutch transmission fluid; replacement interval varies
- Coolant: Approx. 12 liters
- Brake fluid: DOT 4 / DOT 4 racing-grade brake fluid; replace every 2 years or sooner
Known problems
- Battery degradation in hybrid system if not regularly driven
- High cost and lead time for parts replacement
- High cost of repairs due to hybrid components
- Battery degradation over time