Inspired by the sleek lines of the great white shark, the McLaren 720S came to life with a fierce performance befitting an apex predator. It debuted in McLaren’s Super Series at the Geneva Motor Show in 2017. While it is capable of blistering speed and features elegant luxury, this supercar was made with the daily drive in mind.
True art in motion, the 720S has more power and less weight than the McLarens it succeeds. The two-seater's aerodynamic exterior design houses its 4.0-Liter twin-turbocharged M840T V-8 engine, rocketing acceleration to 124 MPH in under eight seconds.
2022 McLaren 720S
- Dihedral Doors
- Bowers & WIlkins Audio System
- 710 HP with Track Telemetry App
- 360 Degree Park Assist
- Carbon Fibre Options
- Optimized Driver Engagement
- Model: 720S
- Engine:: 4.0 Liter, Twin-Turbocharged V-8
- Power Output: 710 HP
- Torque: 568 Pound-Feet
- Transmission: 7-Speed, Dual-Clutch Automatic
- Driveline: Rear-Wheel-Drive
- MSRP: Base $305,000 - $315,000
- Track-Ready Performance
- Base Model Luxury
- Lambo-Style Doors
- Fuel Economy
- Limited Active Safety Systems
- Limited Cargo Room
2022 McLaren 720S Performance And Capability
As far as body styles, either a hardtop Coupe or Convertible Spider is available with the 720 and three trims that can be configured for each.
- 720S
- 720S Luxury
- 720S Performance
A rear, mid-mounted, 4.0-Liter twin-turbocharged M840T V-8 powers the McLaren 720S. It is paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission with three modes – Comfort, Sport, and Track. The two latter options intensify power and sharpen response for track action. Launch control can be engaged for increased track performance. Paddle shifters can be added to the steering wheel.
The 720S engine creates 710 horsepower and 568 pound-feet of torque. A standing start clocks the 720S at a 2.8-second zero to 60 MPH. It runs a top speed of 212 MPH. The 720S comes standard with Pirelli P Zero tires; however, it has recorded sub-10-second quarter-mile runs on the optional Pirelli P Zero Corsa tires. The 720S fuel economy ranks at 15 city / 22 highway - 18 MPG combined.
ACCELERATION | |
|---|---|
0 - 60 MPH | 2.8 Seconds |
0 - 62 MPH | 2.9 Seconds |
0-124 MPH | 7.8 Seconds |
1/4 Mile | 10.3 Seconds |
Maximum Speed | 212 MPH |
Exterior Design
Built on McLaren’s Carbon Fibre Monocage II chassis, the teardrop shape dictates the exterior lines of the 720S. For function and form, a front splitter and rear diffuser are incorporated. The rear fender and hood air intake can be upgraded to Carbon Fibre.
Always an attention-grabber, entrance, and exit are through the upward-opening doors. Often called scissor, butterfly, gullwing, or Lambo doors, officially, the 720S is equipped with twin-hinge dihedral doors.
Cast alloy wheels can be upgraded to five or 10-spoke lightweight or super-lightweight forged wheels in a silver or stealth finish. Several McLaren printed or machined logo caliper color combinations can be chosen. A print logo on black calipers is available, or a silver machined logo can be upgraded to eight available colors.
- Azores
- McLaren Orange
- Polished
- Red
- Yellow
- Flux Green
- Speedline Gold
- Bronze
There are six standard exterior paint color options.
- Aurora Blue
- Anthracite
- McLaren Orange
- Onyx Black
- Silica White
- Vermillion Red
13 Elite paint colors and 15 McLaren Special Operations (MSO) colors can also be special-ordered with the 720S.
In the convertible version of the 720S Spider, the one-piece retractable hard-top (RHT) is called an engineering masterpiece. Its design optimizes occupants’ visibility. An upgrade to the roof allows it to be glazed with an electrochromic glass that can alternate its transparency levels to block the sun or allow complete clarity. Touting the fastest-operating convertible top in the supercar class, it will open or close in only 11 seconds.
720S DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
Length | 179 In. |
Wheelbase | 105 In. |
Width (Mirrors Folded / Deployed) | 81 / 85 In. |
Height | 47 In. |
Weight (Dry / Fluids + 90 Percent Fuel) | 2,828.5 / 3128 Pounds |
Seating | Two |
Cargo (Front / Rear) | 5.3 / 7.4 Cubic Feet |
Interior Quality And Technology
Black or Black with Scoria Grey are the choices for the interior color palette. The technology of the 720S includes the McLaren Portrait screen infotainment system with navigation, Bluetooth, and SIRIUS.
Drivers enter to a "Welcome Sequence" as they unlock the vehicle, cuing the 720S to unfold the mirrors, spark the indicator and courtesy lights, and illuminate the engine bay with a McClaren Speedmark logo in red over the cast-aluminum intake plenum.
Once seated, the driver can focus on the Folding Driver Display and an active dynamic control panel available in three layouts and color variations. For those that prefer less distraction, the display can be stowed when the Slim Display Mode is engaged.
Dual-zone HVAC comforts the occupants, in either sport or carbon fiber racing seats, with power-adjusted heat memory as an option. Satin Visual Carbon Fibre can also be chosen for the steering wheel. Seatbelt colors may be changed as an offered upgrade in McLaren Orange, yellow, or red. Bowers & Wilkins provides the standard four-speaker sound system. An option of 12 speakers can also be configured.
Other tech upgrades available include:
- Vehicle lift
- Keyless entry
- 360-degree park assist
- Rain-sensing wipers
- Lithium-Ion battery charger
- McLaren Track Telemetry with Laptime Function
- McLaren Track Telemetry app with three cameras
The Luxury and Performance versions are trim-level upgrades. Additions to the Luxury model include McLaren’s luxury leather interior and extended brushed metal gearshift paddles. Interior upgrades added to the Performance configuration include Carbon Fibre primary interior components.
2022 McLaren 720S Price And Availability
The base MSRP for the 2022 McLaren 720S is $305,000, which includes a three-year service plan. The 720S Spider starts at $315,000. An increase of $9,500 adds the Luxury or Performance trim packages. From the date of purchase (in 12 or 24-month periods), an extended McLaren Warranty is available for up to 15 years.
Safety
National Highway Traffic Safety (NHTSA) ratings are not available for the 2022 McLaren 720S. Its standard safety features include
- Airbags
- Knee bags
- Side head bags
- Tilt sensor
- Emergency fuel shut-off device
- Enhanced crash protection
Main Competition
Based on performance, the main competitors of the McLaren 720S are the Ferrari F8 Tributo, the 812 Superfast, and the Lamborghini Aventador. With its 3.9-Liter twin-turbocharged V-8, the mid-engine, rear-wheel drive Ferrari F8 Tributo hits a top speed of 211 MPH and runs 62 MPH in 2.9 seconds. It is the most affordable of the trio, with a starting MSRP of $283,950.
Powered by a 6.5-Liter V-12, the front mid-engine, rear-wheel drive Ferrari 812 Superfast reaches a top speed of 211 MPH with a comparable zero to 62 MPH time of 2.8 seconds. The Ferrari Base MSRP spikes to $405,450.
Also driven by a 6.5-liter V-12, Lambo’s mid-engine, all-wheel drive Aventador barely surpasses the top speed of both the Ferrari models and the 720S at 218 MPH. It is on par with the 2.9-second zero to 62 MPH. The base model MSRP rises to just over $507,000.
FAQ
Q: How much does a McLaren 720S cost?
The base price of a 2022 McLaren 720S is $305,000. The 2022 McLaren 720S Spider starts at $315,000.
Q: Is the McLaren GT faster than the McLaren 720s?
The 2022 McLaren 720S boasts a searing 2.9-second acceleration time to achieve zero to 60 MPH from a standing start, with a top speed of 212 MPH. When comparing that to the 2022 McLaren GT equipped with a twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8, the 720S is faster. The GT’s zero to 60 is at 3.2 seconds. It tops out at 203 MPH.
Q: How much is a 720 Spider McLaren?
For the model year 2022, a base model McLaren 720S Spider is $315,000.
Q: What is the cheapest McLaren?
For the 2021 model year, a McLaren buyer could still drive off the lot for an MSRP of less than $185,000 with the McLaren 540C. It was the cheapest or most economical McLaren belonging to their Sports Series.