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 Renault Megane R.S. Trophy Comparison
McLaren 720S
Renault Megane R.S. Trophy
2022 McLaren
720S
vs
2024 Renault
Megane R.S. Trophy
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How they stack...
CarExpert Rating
Based on the McLaren 720S SPIDER
Based on the Renault Megane R.S. Trophy R.S. ULTIME
Best suitable for...
Luxury
Fun
Driving the familyFuel Efficiency
72L
792 km
50L
400 to 415 km
Warranty
3 year
warranty
warranty
5 year
warranty
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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
- Still looks hardcore, puts out loads of grunt
- One of the most engaging hot hatches
- Huge grip, deft handling
Misses
- No extra power for its final send-off, pricey
- Four-wheel steering may polarise
- Can get thirsty
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TWIN TURBO MPFI | TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 3994 | 1798 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 4.0L | 1.8L | |
| Cylinders | ||
| TWIN TURBO V8 | TURBO 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 32 | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 530kW | 221kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 7500 | 6000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 770Nm | 400Nm - 420Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 5500 | 3200 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 8.7 | - | |
