OK, so the McLaren 720S is a seriously sophisticated piece of engineering, it’s a stunning car to look at as much as it is a stunningly good drive. The latter being somewhat of an understatement. But with great power comes great responsibility and just as Spiderman realised what that meant so too does McLaren.

It’s the McLaren Spider. Here are the key facts you need to know.

New 720S Spider the most accomplished convertible supercar ever from McLaren, combining the thrill of open-air driving with unparalleled Super Series dynamic performance and sophistication
Light, stiff and extremely strong Monocage II-S carbon fibre core features integrated rollover protection structure (ROPS); needs no additional strengthening over Coupé, ensuring a convertible without compromise and guaranteeing exceptional dynamic agility

Bespoke carbon fibre body structure and new Retractable Hard Top (RHT) support a lightest dry weight of 1,332kg – lightest in class at just 49kg more than the 720S Coupé and 88kg less than the dry weight of its closest competitor
Unparalleled visibility due to unique, glazed flying buttresses that also accentuate aerodynamic purity of design and increase downforce

Patented new carbon fibre roof system is electrically actuated and delivers fastest-operating time in the supercar class, lowering or raising in 11 seconds at vehicle speeds of up to 50km/h (31mph)
Retractable Hard Top is available glazed with an electrochromic glass panel that can rapidly switch between tinted and transparent states

4.0-litre twin-turbocharged McLaren V8 engine produces 720PS and 770Nm of torque, with a power-to-weight ratio for 720S Spider at lightest dry weight of 540PS/tonne
Acceleration from 0-100km/h (0-62mph) is same as 720S Coupé at 2.9 seconds; 0-200km/h in 7.9 seconds; maximum speed with roof raised 341km/h (212mph) – roof lowered 325km/h (202mph)
Active rear spoiler aerodynamics automatically tuned to closed- or open-roof driving
720S Spider is second new model under £1.2bn McLaren Automotive Track25 business plan
Deliveries to customers commence March 2019; UK prices start from £237,000