McLaren Guide

McLaren is a British supercar maker with its road-car operation based in Woking, Surrey. Its identity grew from motorsport, but the modern showroom range is built around road-going two-seaters with carbon-fibre structures, mid-mounted engines and an emphasis on driving involvement. UK buyers are served by specialist authorised retailers, with extensive personalisation available through McLaren Special Operations.

Artura introduces plug-in hybrid power, while the 750S and GTS retain twin-turbocharged V8 engines. The GTS is the more relaxed long-distance choice, while the 750S sits at the sharper end of the range with a stronger focus on outright performance and driver involvement. Across all three, low weight, carbon-fibre construction and a clear sense of purpose remain central to McLaren’s identity.

Current Models

Artura (22-) Photo: McLaren Automotive

RRP From: £203,120 Pre Reg From: N/A Used Price From: c. £120,000 Powertrains: 3.0 twin-turbo V6 PHEV • 690 bhp • RWD • 8-speed SSG • two seats Dimensions: 4539 × 1913 × 1193 mm Boot: 160L  Key rivals: Aston Martin V8 Vantage, Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray, Ferrari 296 GTB, Lamborghini Temerario, Maserati MCPURA

Artura is the most approachable route into McLaren’s core supercar range, combining a compact cockpit and precise responses with the option of quiet electric running. The Spider adds open-air appeal without changing the basic brief. It suits an owner who wants something more exotic than a conventional sports coupe, with enough flexibility for a weekend away or an everyday journey.

750S (23-) Photo: McLaren Automotive

RRP From: £261,805 Pre Reg From: N/A Used Price From: c. £200,000 Powertrains: 4.0 twin-turbo V8 • 740 bhp • RWD • 7-speed SSG • two seats Dimensions: 4569 × 1930 × 1196 mm Boot: 210L • Frunk: 150L Key rivals: Corvette ZR1, Ferrari 296 GTB, Lamborghini Temerario, Maserati MCPURA, Porsche 911 GT3 RS

The 750S is the more intense McLaren, with a V8 soundtrack, immediate responses and a cabin that keeps the driver at the centre of things. Its supple suspension also gives it more breadth than the dramatic appearance suggests. Coupe and retractable-hardtop Spider versions offer different kinds of theatre. It is aimed at buyers who will enjoy the journey itself.

GTS (24-) Photo: McLaren Automotive

RRP From: £179,260 Pre Reg From: N/A Used Price From: c. £133,000 Powertrains: 4.0 twin-turbo V8 • 626 bhp • RWD • 7-speed SSG • two seats Dimensions: 4683 × 2045 × 1213 mm Boot: 420L • Frunk: 150L Key rivals: Aston Martin DB12, Bentley Continental GT, Ferrari Amalfi, Maserati GranTurismo, Porsche 911

The GTS gives McLaren’s mid-engined formula a more touring-friendly emphasis. A useful luggage area behind the seats joins the front compartment, and the cabin has a less single-minded atmosphere than the harder-edged models. It remains a low, dramatic two-seater rather than a traditional four-seat grand tourer. It suits couples who want to travel light and make the drive memorable.

W1 (26-) Photo: McLaren Automotive

RRP From: £2 million Pre Reg From: N/A Used Price From: N/A Powertrain: 4.0 twin-turbo V8 hybrid • 1,258 bhp • RWD • 8-speed DCT • two seats Dimensions: 4635 × 2074 × 1182 mm Boot: 118L Key rivals: Aston Martin Valkyrie, Ferrari F80, Gordon Murray T.50, Koenigsegg Jesko, Mercedes-AMG ONE

The W1 sits at the top of McLaren’s road-car range, continuing the lineage established by the F1 and later P1. Its 1,258 bhp hybrid powertrain combines enormous performance with an unusually strong focus on low weight and aerodynamic technology. Limited to 399 examples, all allocated before production, it is less a conventional range flagship than a demonstration of how far McLaren can push its road-car philosophy.

Specifications, dimensions and prices were correct at the time of the latest update. Recommended retail prices are official UK list prices, while pre-registered and used values are approximate UK market figures and may vary depending on specification, mileage, condition and location. Recommended retail prices include any applicable UK Government electric vehicle grant where available but exclude dealer discounts, manufacturer incentives and other retail offers.

Dimensions quote vehicle width excluding exterior mirrors unless otherwise stated. Boot capacities are measured or quoted up to the parcel shelf/load cover where applicable, rather than to the roof. For seven-seat vehicles, the listed boot capacity refers to space behind the third row with all seats in use unless otherwise stated.

Power outputs are quoted in bhp, with manufacturers' kW, PS or CV figures converted where necessary. Electric driving ranges use WLTP combined figures where available.

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