The McLaren Artura Spider in Photos

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The 690 hp McLaren Artura Spider.

While 137 pounds heavier than the Artura coupe, the open-top version has an additional 19 hp.

The cockpit is simple, driver-focused, and swathed in motorsport-style Alcantara—McLaren’s de rigueur interior aesthetic.

Design changes for the Spider include the “hot-vee” engine chimney moving rearwards by eight inches to avoid scorching the folded roof, and there are new air intakes on either side.

Standout features of the Artura Spider are the vibrancy and detail of the hydraulic power steering as well as the car’s damping prowess.

The full 531 ft lbs of torque arrives at just 2,250 rpm, meaning you can frequently short-shift and rely on the ever-present battery boost.

The folding hardtop roof slides near-silently beneath the rear deck in 11 seconds, and will continue to operate at speeds up to 31 mph.

Traction from the stock P Zero tires is impressive, and there’s a softer-compound P Zero Corsa available if you plan to take your Artura on the track.

The seats adjust through an elliptical arc to provide a snug and very comfortable driving position.

Power delivery is smooth when you take it steady, but nearly instantaneous when you click into Sport or Track mode.