McLaren GTS and Artura to Exit by 2028: New Supercar & SUV Coming

McLaren is preparing to make a major change to its current model lineup. The British performance-car maker is planning to phase out its two core models, the McLaren GTS and Artura, over the next two years.

According to fresh reports, production of the GTS could end around 2027, while the Artura will exit the lineup by 2028.

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This move is not limited to just discontinuing existing models. McLaren is working on a completely refreshed product strategy, which will include new hybrid powertrains, a new-generation supercar, and the company’s first-ever SUV.

McLaren recently announced a £500 million investment plan to expand its UK manufacturing and engineering operations, supporting the brand’s wider product strategy as the McLaren GTS and Artura make way for a new generation of models, including its first SUV.

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McLaren GTS Will Be the First to Exit

The McLaren GTS is positioned as a relatively practical grand tourer in the current lineup. This model was introduced in December 2023 as an updated version of the facelifted McLaren GT. It features a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine producing 635 hp and 630 Nm.

According to the latest reports, the GTS will be the first model in the current core lineup to go out of production. Its production is expected to wind down around 2027.

The GTS’s departure will leave McLaren with a gap in the traditional grand tourer space. However, considering the company’s future plans, it’s possible that the upcoming front-engine architecture will also be used for a more practical four-seat GT. This isn’t a confirmed production model yet, but McLaren’s upcoming SUV architecture is being designed to be adaptable for multiple future models.

Artura Will Follow in 2028

Following the GTS, the McLaren Artura will also exit the company’s lineup. The Artura was revealed in February 2021 and has been a key model in McLaren’s hybrid supercar strategy.

The current Artura combines a 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 engine with an electric motor. The updated version’s combined output reaches 700 hp and 720 Nm. It has been a significant competitor for McLaren in the segment against the Ferrari 296.

According to recent reports, production of the Artura could continue until 2028, after which the model will be phased out. McLaren has not yet officially confirmed the exact name and specifications of the Artura’s direct successor.

New McLaren Supercar Could Arrive by 2028

McLaren’s future isn’t limited to SUVs. The company is also working on a new supercar, which could be revealed by 2028.

According to an insider-based report from Automotive News, cited by Autocar India, the upcoming model could feature a twin-turbo V6 hybrid powertrain. Reported torque figures are up to 1,085 Nm, but McLaren has not officially confirmed the final specifications of this powertrain.

It would therefore be premature to directly call it an Artura successor. McLaren has not clarified whether the upcoming supercar will directly replace the Artura or be positioned as a new model in the lineup.

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McLaren Is Developing Its Own Hybrid Powertrains

One of the most important changes for future McLaren models is the company’s in-house powertrain development.

McLaren has confirmed that it will develop new hybrid engines and transmissions internally. Company COO Michael Straughan has also indicated that future McLaren models will not necessarily be limited to V6 and V8 configurations.

This means that McLaren may explore different engine layouts and drivetrain configurations in its future lineup. All-wheel-drive or rear-wheel-drive setups are also possible with front-engine models, although final specifications for individual production models have not yet been revealed.

McLaren’s First SUV Is Also Coming

The most unexpected part of McLaren’s future product plan is the company’s first-ever SUV. McLaren officially confirmed the SUV project in September 2026, announcing a £500 million expansion program. The investment will be used for a new UK assembly facility, manufacturing expansion, and in-house powertrain development.

Reports suggest that the front-engine architecture being developed for the upcoming SUV could be adapted for other models in the future. This could give McLaren the option to develop a wider product family, which could include a future four-seat grand tourer.

What This Means for McLaren

McLaren’s current lineup could look quite different in the next few years. With the phase-out of the McLaren GTS and Artura, the company is moving toward new hybrid technology, next-generation supercars, and an entry into the SUV segment.

The future of the 750S also appears limited, especially after the recently revealed 788HS was described as the final evolution of the current architecture. However, McLaren has not officially confirmed the exact production end date of the 750S.

McLaren’s £500 million investment and confirmation of its first SUV indicate that the brand is not completely abandoning its traditional two-seat supercar identity, but rather developing a much broader lineup around it.

Auto India Daily Verdict

This transition is significant for McLaren. With the planned exits of the McLaren GTS and Artura, the company is creating space for a new generation of hybrid performance cars. Additionally, the first SUV and potential four-seat models could expand McLaren beyond the traditional supercar market.

But the important distinction right now is that the McLaren GTS and Artura exit timeline — with the GTS expected to leave in 2027 and the Artura by 2028 — along with the detailed specifications of the upcoming supercar, is based on reports. Meanwhile, the SUV programme and £500 million investment are part of McLaren’s officially announced strategy.

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