McLaren Will Reveal Its Big Comeback Plan This Summer

the breakdown

• McLaren will announce its comeback plans this summer.
• CEO Nick Collins said the company will 'start to unpack' its plans in just a few months.
• That should include new combustion performance cars and an SUV.

The future of McLaren has been murky. After the automaker’s sale in 2024 and the appointment of a new CEO last year, few concrete details have emerged about the brand’s long-term direction. But that should change in the coming months.

In an interview with Autocar, McLaren CEO Nick Collins said the company will "start to unpack" its broader plans later this summer. Those plans will reportedly include an all-new lineup of combustion-powered sports cars and—long rumored—an SUV.

The announcement is expected to coincide with the start of deliveries for the W1 hypercar. As Collins explained, "From this summer, we start to go external [with our plans], whether it's because we're starting to deliver W1s or because we're showing you product."

The first vehicle in McLaren’s revamped lineup will debut as a concept before hitting production. It should show up before the end of the year.

McLaren's Future

McLaren 'P47' SUV Rendering by Motor1

Photo by: Theophilus Chin | Motor1

While the company has yet to confirm specifics, several reports offer insight into what may be coming.

McLaren has already committed to developing new combustion sports cars, which will likely include a successor to the aging 750S. The automaker has also expressed plans to expand into "new product categories," according to a statement released last April.

One of the most notable developments is a reported SUV, internally codenamed "P47." A November report suggests it will be a five-seat hybrid with proportions similar to the Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT.

As for a fully electric McLaren, it’s possible—but not an immediate priority. Collins noted the company will build an EV "when our customers want one," adding that the timing isn’t right just yet. More details are expected later this summer.

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Motor1's Take

With new ownership and fresh investment, McLaren appears ready for a reset. A combination of new sports cars and a more accessible SUV could be exactly what the brand needs to regain momentum in the years ahead.

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