2027 McLaren LMDh Hypercar Revealed Ahead of Le Mans 24 Hours Race
McLaren will return to endurance racing in 2027 with an LMDh Hypercar, powered by a twin-turbo V6 powertrain. It aims to repeat its 1995 Le Mans successes.
By Divyam Dubey
McLaren will return to top-level endurance racing with the launch of its new Hypercar for the 2027 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC). The car was revealed just before the Le Mans 24 Hours, marking McLaren’s bold comeback to world-class motorsport. Instead of creating a full custom Hypercar, McLaren will follow the LMDh regulations, offering a balance of cost and performance. The car will use a Dallara chassis, already proven in endurance racing and shared with cars like the Cadillac V-Series.R and BMW M Hybrid V8.
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The McLaren LMDh Hypercar will be powered by a twin-turbo V6 engine, developed by McLaren Technology and McLaren Automotive. This engine is likely based on the one used in the McLaren Artura, blending strong power with durability for long-distance races.
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Zak Brown said: 'McLaren Racing's return to the FIA World Endurance Championship marks the beginning of a new and exciting chapter for us. We have a rich history in the sport together with McLaren Automotive, having raced and won on our first attempt at Le Mans in 1995.'
McLaren Road Legal LMDh Hypercar
Alongside the race car, McLaren has launched Project: Endurance, a limited hypercar ownership programme linked to Le Mans and global motorsport. It offers collectors and fans the chance to own a track-inspired McLaren Hypercar. The project celebrates McLaren’s racing success, including wins at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, Indy 500, and over 190 Formula 1 Grands Prix.
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The customer hypercar will also be powered by a twin-turbo V6 hybrid setup, which will send the power to the rear wheels. Built in partnership with Dallara, the car promises high speed, sharp handling, and hybrid racing technology. Through Project: Endurance, McLaren is offering more than a car—it’s offering a direct link to its 2026 Le Mans return and motorsport legacy.
