Today marks a significant milestone as British supercar manufacturer McLaren Automotive and the LEGO Group unveil their latest collaboration: the LEGO® Technic™ McLaren P1™. This extraordinary partnership pays homage to one of the world’s most pioneering hybrid hypercars.
The McLaren P1™ set new standards in automotive high-performance, being the epitome of excitement, capability, technological advancement, and dynamic prowess during its era. Leveraging McLaren’s cutting-edge motorsport engineering, the P1™ showcased groundbreaking innovations in weight reduction, packaging, high-speed performance, powertrain, and aerodynamics.
Designed with the ambition of being ‘the best driver’s car in the world on both road and track,’ the McLaren P1™’s design and technical specifications were meticulously crafted to meet this lofty goal. This remarkable hypercar stands as a landmark achievement for both McLaren and the evolution of high-performance hybrid vehicles.
The intricate engineering and technology that define the McLaren P1™ made it an ideal candidate for the LEGO Technic team to recreate in a detailed 1:8 scale model.
Unveiled as part of the LEGO Technic Ultimate Car Concept Series, this new 1:8 scale model comprises 3,893 elements. Each set includes a unique serial number that unlocks exclusive behind-the-scenes content. The model features a 7-speed gearbox with 2 shifter drums, suspension, a V8 piston engine, an adjustable rear wing, and opening dihedral doors with advanced mechanisms—ensuring an immersive building experience that stays true to the real McLaren P1™.
The LEGO Technic design team collaborated closely with McLaren Automotive, focusing on integrating as much cutting-edge functionality as possible into the model. This effort serves as a tribute to both the real P1™ and the engineering excellence synonymous with McLaren.
“It’s incredible to see the original P1 elements brought to life by the LEGO team for the LEGO Technic McLaren P1™. I hope this collaboration inspires the next generation of designers and engineers to push the boundaries of automotive innovation,” said Tobias Sühlmann, Chief Design Officer, McLaren Automotive.
“From the aerodynamic exterior to the detailed interior and V8 piston engine, the real McLaren P1™ is an exceptional car. Capturing these details in our LEGO Technic model was paramount, and we refused to compromise. We tested multiple variations to perfect the design, especially the iconic butterfly doors, which required a new mechanism to stay open. Recreating the McLaren P1™ was a rewarding experience, and I hope supercar enthusiasts are ready to explore its intricacies in LEGO Technic form,” added Kasper Rene Hansen, Designer, LEGO Group.
The LEGO Technic McLaren P1™ set will be available at www.LEGO.com/McLaren and LEGO Stores starting August 1, 2024, priced at €449.99 / £389.99 / $449.99. Additionally, LEGO Insiders who purchase the set between August 1st and 7th, 2024, will receive a complimentary LEGO Technic McLaren P1™ Logo.
