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 Mercedes-AMG C Comparison
McLaren 720S
Mercedes-AMG C
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2022 McLaren
720S
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2024 Mercedes-AMG
C
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CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the sports category, between scores of 7 and 9.
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8.9
8.2
7.0
Based on the McLaren 720S SPIDER
Based on the Mercedes-AMG C 63 S E PERFORMANCE MHEV
Best suitable for...
Luxury
Fun
Driving the familyFuel Efficiency
72L
792 km
60L - 66L
366 to 706 km
Warranty
3 year
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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
Scott Collie
Contributor
Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- It's seriously fast
- Finally, a comfortable C 63 on the road
- Impressive all-wheel drive traction
Misses
- The noise just isn't the same
- Boot and rear seat are compromised
- Feels very heavy at times
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TWIN TURBO MPFI | BI TURBO DIR F/INJ, TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 3994 | 1991 - 3982 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 4.0L | 4.0L, 2.0L, 3.0L | |
| Cylinders | ||
| TWIN TURBO V8 | TWIN TURBO V8, TURBO 4, TWIN TURBO V6 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 32 | 16 - 32 | |
| Power | ||
| 530kW | 287kW - 375kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 7500 | 5500 - 6750 | |
| Torque | ||
| 770Nm | 500Nm - 700Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 5500 | 2000 - 5250 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 8.7 | 9 - 10.7 | |
