8.9
2021 McLaren 720S Spider review
McLaren has used its longstanding Formula 1 racing experience to create what is still the most complete convertible supercar on the planet.
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Anthony Crawford
2022 McLaren 720S vs 2024 Ford Mustang Comparison
McLaren 720S
Ford Mustang
2022 McLaren
720S
vs
2024 Ford
Mustang
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CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the sports category, between scores of 7 and 9.
9.0
8.9
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7.0
Based on the McLaren 720S SPIDER
Based on the Ford Mustang GT 5.0 V8
Best suitable for...
Fun
LuxuryFuel Efficiency
72L
792 km
59L - 61L
502 to 946 km
Warranty
3 year
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5 year
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MSRP
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$65,290 - $75,990
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CarExpert's Take
Anthony Crawford
Senior Road Tester
Anthony Crawford drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Outrageously fast and confidence-inspiring
- The handling surpasses any of its rivals
- Ride compliance is excellent without compromising cornering prowess
Misses
- Exhaust note not as thrilling as a Lamborghini Huracan
- Residual values still fall short of Ferrari
- It's pricey against rivals
Jack Quick
Contributor
Jack Quick drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Incredibly charismatic Coyote V8
- Optional MagneRide suspension fantastic
- Still a relative performance car bargain
Misses
- Automatic has too many gears
- Squeaky optional Recaro seats
- Lots of previous-gen Mustang finishes
Colours Available
Race Red and Oxford White are no-cost options across the entire range, with the following colours a $910 option:
- Shadow Black
- Vapour Blue
- Atlas Blue
- Grabber Blue
- Dark Matter Grey
- Carbonised Grey
- Iconic Silver (EcoBoost, GT only)
- Rapid Red (EcoBoost, GT only)
- Yellow Splash (EcoBoost, GT only)
- Blue Ember (only available in Dark Horse with Dark Horse Appearance Pack)
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TWIN TURBO MPFI | MULTI POINT F/INJ, TUR GASOLINE DIR INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 3994 | 2261 - 5038 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 4.0L | 5.0L, 2.3L | |
| Cylinders | ||
| TWIN TURBO V8 | V8, TURBO 4, INLINE 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 32 | 16 - 32 | |
| Power | ||
| 530kW | 224kW - 349kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 7500 | 5400 - 7250 | |
| Torque | ||
| 770Nm | 441Nm - 556Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 5500 | 3000 - 4850 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 8.7 | 9.5 - 11 | |
