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McLaren Targets 2028 for First SUV, a Hybrid V8 Five-Seater

Private dealer previews mark a shift from earlier EV expectations.

Overview

  • Dealers privately viewed a clay model in Bicester on November 11 and described a five-seat SUV with proportions larger than a Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT on 24-inch wheels.
  • Reported styling cues include split headlights that sit flush with the body, a defined roof spine, and an aggressive rear with a large spoiler and diffuser.
  • Sources say the P47 will use a V8 with hybrid assistance rather than a full EV, and reports also point to all-wheel drive, with final specifications still unconfirmed.
  • The internal roadmap shown to retailers places P47 for 2028 after W1 hypercar deliveries begin in 2026 and a new coupe arrives in 2027.
  • The program unfolds under new ownership and partnerships, with CYVN’s acquisition and Forseven merger plus links to Nio and Gordon Murray entities influencing components and R&D.