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.
![[object Object] profile picture](https://c-images.carexpert.com.au/upload/q_auto:best/f_auto/c_scale,w_1600/v1/authors/clu90dpe90000884a6xhm74eb.png)
Anthony Crawford
2022 McLaren 720S vs 2024 Mazda MX-5 Comparison
McLaren 720S
Mazda MX-5
2022 McLaren
720S
vs
2024 Mazda
MX-5
Select Variants...
How they stack...
CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the sports category, between scores of 7 and 9.
9.0
8.9
8.0
7.0
Based on the McLaren 720S SPIDER
Based on the Mazda MX-5 G20 RF GT BLK ROOF T/COTTA LTH
Best suitable for...
Fun
Luxury
City drivingFuel Efficiency
72L
792 km
45L
311 to 410 km
Warranty
3 year
warranty
warranty
5 year
warranty
warranty
Save with CarExpert
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
Josh Nevett
Marketplace Journalist
Josh Nevett drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Fun to drive anywhere, anytime
- RF brings coupe looks, flexibility
- Compliant ride
Misses
- Tan interior exclusive for auto
- Limited passenger legroom
- Steering lacks feedback
![[object Object] profile picture](https://c-images.carexpert.com.au/upload/q_auto:best/f_auto/c_scale,w_1600/v1/authors/cm3xxxs4v00006i2o2hapflqz.jpg)
Ready To Buy
Specs
| Type | ||
| TWIN TURBO MPFI | GASOLINE DIRECT INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 3994 | 1998 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 4.0L | 2.0L | |
| Cylinders | ||
| TWIN TURBO V8 | INLINE 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 32 | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 530kW | 135kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 7500 | 7000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 770Nm | 205Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 5500 | 4000 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 8.7 | 13 | |
