McLaren is closing out 2023 by subtly honing its grand touring sports car into the sharper GTS. This mid-cycle enhancement brings a modest power bump, lighter weight, and chassis refinements catering specifically to open road journeys. Visually the GTS passes casual inspection as a GT, but tweaks benefiting high speed stability and drivability aim squarely at experienced pilots.
Central to transformations lurks a 15 horsepower upgrade to the 4.0L twin-turbo V8 topping out at 635 horses. Torque holds at a mighty 630Nm while 10kg of fat gets trimmed through advanced materials. This further elevates power to weight to an intense 418hp-per-tonne promising even livelier responses.
Helping drivers exploit the gains, McLaren optimized steering and roll dynamics for heightened high speed control and confidence. Faster acting hydraulics specifically aid low speed maneuvers as well. Even the nose lift activates twice as quick, priming clearance changes in just 4 seconds.
Visually the GTS differentiation plays subtly through reshaped intakes and outlets alongside a new rear diffuser. Forged turbine-style wheels add individuality while bespoke Pirelli rubber sticks it. Inside the cabin gains luxury seating, glass touches and premium Bowers & Wilkins surround sound. Additional composite exterior and interior packages add personalization latitude too.
The comprehensively honed GTS looks to dominate as an elite grand tourer on drivers terms against pace setters like the Bentley Continental GT. Though if McLaren brings this special edition to India like its predecessor, prepared pilots should discover backend finesse befitting the new name.
