The new Retractable Hard Top (RHT) has the lightest dry weight of 1,332 kg or 2,936 pounds which is just 49 kg or 108 pounds more than the 720S coupe. The 720S Spider has a new patented power carbon fibre roof system that delivers the fastest operating time in the supercar class, lowering or raising in just 11 seconds at vehicle speeds of up to 50 km/h or 31 mph. The Retractable Hard Top is available with an electrochromic glass panel that can switch between tinted and transparent.

“The new McLaren 720S Spider offers an unparalleled blend of extreme performance, crafted luxury, driver involvement and daily usability – all with the additional exhilaration of open-air driving whenever required,” said Mike Flewitt, Chief Executive Officer, McLaren Automotive. “As the most accomplished convertible supercar ever, the new Spider delivers across a remarkable spectrum of abilities to outstandingly high levels, and as lightest in class with an increase of just 49 kg over the 720S Coupé, moves us even further ahead of our competition in the weight race.”

The 720S Spider is powered 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine which produces 720 PS and 568 lb-ft of torque. Acceleration from 0-100 km/h or 0-62 mph takes just 2.9 seconds, the same time as the coupe. The Spider can accelerate from 0-200 km/h in 7.9 seconds on the way to a top speed of 341 km/h or 212 mph with the roof in the closed position. Top speed with the top open is 325 km/h or 202 mph.

Deliveries to customers commence in March 2019. The UK prices start from £237,000.