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 Porsche 718 Comparison
McLaren 720S
Porsche 718
2022 McLaren
720S
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2024 Porsche
718
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Based on the McLaren 720S SPIDER
Based on the Porsche 718 CAYMAN STYLE EDITION
Best suitable for...
Luxury
Fun
City drivingFuel Efficiency
72L
792 km
64L
448 to 826 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
Anthony Crawford
Senior Road Tester
Anthony Crawford drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- The benchmark entry-level sports car
- Turns more heads than a base 911
- Next-gen is electric, so it's a collectable
Misses
- Exhaust note is still uninspiring at 5000rpm
- Storage space in the cabin is tight
- Infotainment hardware is almost a decade old
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- Active Rear Spoiler - Carbon Fibre (+$18,720)
- Alloy Wheels Special (+$8,480)
- Alloy Wheels - Premium (+$12,080)
- Black Pack (+$15,380)
- B Pillar Outer - Carbon Fibre (+$6,100)
- Climate Control Panel - Leather (+$1,120)
- Carbon Floor Mats - Leather Edging (+$1,370)
- Coloured Instrument Dials (+$920)
- Carbon Onboard Folder (+$1,500)
- Coloured Seat Belts (+$520)
Ready To Buy
Specs
| Type | ||
| TWIN TURBO MPFI | TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, MULTI POINT F/INJ, DIRECT FUEL INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 3994 | 1988 - 3996 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 4.0L | 2.5L, 2.0L, 4.0L | |
| Induction | ||
| TWIN TURBO V8 | TURBO 4, FLAT 6 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 32 | 16 - 24 | |
| Power | ||
| 530kW | 220kW - 368kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 7500 | 6500 - 8400 | |
| Torque | ||
| 770Nm | 380Nm - 450Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 5500 | 2100 - 6750 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 8.7 | 9.5 - 13 | |
