McLaren 540C, Product Manual

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SPORTS SERIES PRODUCT GUIDE /
CORE SALES ARGUMENTS
McLaren 570S vs. New Audi R8 V10+
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The M838TE unit onboard the McLaren 570S has a better power per litre, produces less CO2, returns more miles per gallon
and produces more torque (600Nm vs. 560Nm)
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The 570S is far more efficient producing 40g/CO2 less and travels 3.6 miles more per gallon of fuel (combined cycle)
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The Sports Series features the Carbon Fibre Monocell II providing a better power-to-weight (dry weights); 434PS per tonne
vs. 420PS per tonne than the largely aluminium R8
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Despite the advantage of four wheel drive, the 570S matched the Audi’s 0-100 km/h time and by 200km/h the 570S is 0.4
seconds ahead
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Sports Series has a 46 litre larger front luggage compartment (150L vs. 104L)
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The outgoing R8 sold around 26,000 units worldwide, the evolutionary new styling means the R8 is instantly recognisable,
the Sports Series is a totally new, exciting shape
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The Sports Series has adjustable dampers as standard, they are optional on the V10+
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Sports Series favours the pure sports car layout; mid engine
rear wheel drive
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Sports Series features dihedral doors offering great
access while also making a statement