# McLaren to upgrade Brazil GP car for 2027

> McLaren plans front wing upgrades for Brazil GP to prepare for 2027 F1 car.
- Title: McLaren to upgrade Brazil GP car for 2027 · Autosport
- Summary: McLaren plans front wing upgrades for Brazil GP to prepare for 2027 F1 car. McLaren will introduce front wing and floor upgrades to MCL40 at Brazil GP to…
- Keywords: mclaren, brazil gp, f1 2027, mcl40, lando norris, peter prodromou, interlagos, Autosport
- Source: Autosport — https://autosport.com/f1/news/mclaren-to-bring-upgrades-to-brazil-gp-with-f1-2027-in-mind/10871328
- Author: Ben Vinel
- Published: 2026-11-03T16:48:36+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: mclaren, brazil gp, f1 2027, mcl40, lando norris, peter prodromou, f1, interlagos, sports, cars
## McLaren updates MCL40 for Brazil GP
McLaren will introduce front wing and floor upgrades to its MCL40 car at Brazil GP.
## Front wing concept for 2027 challenger
The front wing concept is expected to feature on McLaren's 2027 F1 challenger car.
## McLaren's performance in recent races
McLaren had fourth-quickest car in last four qualifying sessions with 0.511s deficit to pole.
## Peter Prodromou on upgrades
Peter Prodromou, McLaren's chief technical officer, said upgrades aim to improve performance and build momentum for 2027.
## McLaren's championship gap
McLaren has a 17-point deficit to Red Bull but scored 59 points versus Red Bull's 152 in last five rounds.
## Lando Norris on car improvements
Lando Norris said McLaren needs to improve car performance at tracks where it struggled despite good results in Brazil.
## Key takeaway

McLaren will introduce front wing and floor upgrades to MCL40 at Brazil GP to improve performance and prepare for 2027 challenger.