McLaren MP4-12C Spider
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Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
New comparisonMcLaren MP4-12C Spider
3.8 V8 (Stage 2)
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3.8 V8 (Stage 1)
McLaren MP4-12C Spider
3.8 V8
Comparison overview
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McLaren MP4-12C Spider 3.8 V8 (Stage 3) 937 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h2.6 s
- Fastest top speed385 km/h239 mph
- Most powerful937 hp699 kW
- Highest torque930 Nm686 lb-ft
- Lightest1,474 kg3,250 lb
- Best power-to-weight636 hp/t474 kW/t1.6 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption11.7 L/100 km20.1 mpg US24.1 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions279 g/km
- Best estimated range615 km382 mi
- Best overall score75/100
- Best performance score95/100
- Best economy score75/100
- Best practicality score32/100
Specification comparison
| Model | McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 3)937 hp | McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 2)812 hp | McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 1)737 hp | McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8625 hp |
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| Power | 937hp699kW+312 hp | 812hp606kW+187 hp | 737hp550kW+112 hp | 625hp466kW |
| Torque | 930Nm686lb-ft+330 Nm | 810Nm597lb-ft+210 Nm | 732Nm540lb-ft+132 Nm | 600Nm443lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,474kg3,250lb | 1,474kg3,250lb | 1,474kg3,250lb | 1,474kg3,250lb |
| Top speed | 385 km/h 239 mph | 369 km/h 229 mph | 359 km/h 223 mph | 329 km/h 204 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 45.1s99% target: 381 km/h / 237 mph-6.3 s Calculated | 48.8s99% target: 365 km/h / 227 mph-2.6 s Calculated | 51.4s99% target: 355 km/h / 221 mph+0.0 s Calculated | 51.4s99% target: 326 km/h / 202 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 2.6s-0.7 s | 2.8s-0.5 s | 3.0s-0.3 s | 3.3s |
| 0-200 km/h | 6.5s-2.7 s | 7.4s-1.8 s | 8.0s-1.2 s | 9.2s |
| 0-60 mph | 2.5s-0.7 s Calculated | 2.7s-0.5 s Calculated | 2.9s-0.3 s Calculated | 3.2s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 11.7L/100 km20.1mpg US24.1mpg UK | 11.7L/100 km20.1mpg US24.1mpg UK | 11.7L/100 km20.1mpg US24.1mpg UK | 11.7L/100 km20.1mpg US24.1mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 9.6s-1.3 s Calculated | 10.0s-0.8 s Calculated | 10.3s-0.5 s Calculated | 10.9s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 636hp/t474kW/t288hp/1000 lb Calculated | 551hp/t411kW/t250hp/1000 lb Calculated | 500hp/t373kW/t227hp/1000 lb Calculated | 424hp/t316kW/t192hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 631Nm/t422lb-ft/ton Calculated | 550Nm/t368lb-ft/ton Calculated | 497Nm/t332lb-ft/ton Calculated | 407Nm/t272lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 615km382mi Calculated | 615km382mi Calculated | 615km382mi Calculated | 615km382mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 3,799cc232cu in | 3,799cc232cu in | 3,799cc232cu in | 3,799cc232cu in |
| Length | 4,509mm178in | 4,509mm178in | 4,509mm178in | 4,509mm178in |
| Width | 1,908mm75in | 1,908mm75in | 1,908mm75in | 1,908mm75in |
| Height | 1,203mm47in | 1,203mm47in | 1,203mm47in | 1,203mm47in |
| Wheelbase | 2,670mm105in | 2,670mm105in | 2,670mm105in | 2,670mm105in |
| Front track | 1,656mm65in | 1,656mm65in | 1,656mm65in | 1,656mm65in |
| Rear track | 1,583mm62in | 1,583mm62in | 1,583mm62in | 1,583mm62in |
| Ground clearance | 120mm5in | 120mm5in | 120mm5in | 120mm5in |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel tank | 72L | 72L | 72L | 72L |
| CO2 emissions | 279g/km | 279g/km | 279g/km | 279g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- McLaren MP4-12C Spider 3.8 V8 (Stage 3) 937 hp: Power / Torque
- McLaren MP4-12C Spider 3.8 V8 (Stage 2) 812 hp: Power / Torque
- McLaren MP4-12C Spider 3.8 V8 (Stage 1) 737 hp: Power / Torque
- McLaren MP4-12C Spider 3.8 V8 625 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 3)937 hp | 7,500 rpm | 3,000-7,000 rpm | 8,500 rpm |
| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 2)812 hp | 7,500 rpm | 3,000-7,000 rpm | 8,500 rpm |
| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 1)737 hp | 7,500 rpm | 3,000-7,000 rpm | 8,500 rpm |
| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8625 hp | 7,500 rpm | 3,000-7,000 rpm | 8,500 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 3)937 hp | McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 2)812 hp | McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 1)737 hp | McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8625 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 2.5 s | 2.7 s | 2.9 s | 3.2 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 2.6 s | 2.8 s | 3.0 s | 3.3 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 6.5 s | 7.4 s | 8.0 s | 9.2 s |
0-200 mph 0-322 km/h | 16.9 s | 20.7 s | 24.0 s | 42.1 s |
| Top speed | 385 km/h 239 mph | 369 km/h 229 mph | 359 km/h 223 mph | 329 km/h 204 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 1.7 s | 1.8 s | 1.8 s | 1.9 s |
330 ft 101 m | 4.3 s | 4.5 s | 4.6 s | 4.9 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 6.4 s | 6.7 s | 6.9 s | 7.2 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 8.2 s | 8.5 s | 8.8 s | 9.2 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 9.6 s | 10.0 s | 10.3 s | 10.9 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 251 km/h 156 mph | 239 km/h 149 mph | 232 km/h 144 mph | 219 km/h 136 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
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| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 3)937 hp | 937 hp 699 kW |
| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 2)812 hp | 812 hp 606 kW |
| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 1)737 hp | 737 hp 550 kW |
| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8625 hp | 625 hp 466 kW |
McLaren MP4-12C Spider 3.8 V8 (Stage 3) 937 hp has 312 hp more than McLaren MP4-12C Spider 3.8 V8 625 hp.
The biggest power difference is between McLaren MP4-12C Spider 3.8 V8 625 hp and McLaren MP4-12C Spider 3.8 V8 (Stage 3) 937 hp: 312 hp (233 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 3)937 hp | 930 Nm 686 lb-ft |
| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 2)812 hp | 810 Nm 597 lb-ft |
| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 1)737 hp | 732 Nm 540 lb-ft |
| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8625 hp | 600 Nm 443 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 3)937 hp | 1,474 kg 3,250 lb |
| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 2)812 hp | 1,474 kg 3,250 lb |
| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 1)737 hp | 1,474 kg 3,250 lb |
| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8625 hp | 1,474 kg 3,250 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 3)937 hp | 385 km/h 239 mph |
| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 2)812 hp | 369 km/h 229 mph |
| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 1)737 hp | 359 km/h 223 mph |
| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8625 hp | 329 km/h 204 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
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| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 3)937 hp | 2.6 s |
| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 2)812 hp | 2.8 s |
| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 1)737 hp | 3.0 s |
| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8625 hp | 3.3 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between McLaren MP4-12C Spider 3.8 V8 (Stage 3) 937 hp and McLaren MP4-12C Spider 3.8 V8 625 hp: 0.7 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are McLaren MP4-12C Spider 3.8 V8 (Stage 2) 812 hp and McLaren MP4-12C Spider 3.8 V8 (Stage 1) 737 hp, separated by only 0.2 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
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| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 3)937 hp | 11.7 L/100 km 20.1 mpg US 24.1 mpg UK |
| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 2)812 hp | 11.7 L/100 km 20.1 mpg US 24.1 mpg UK |
| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 1)737 hp | 11.7 L/100 km 20.1 mpg US 24.1 mpg UK |
| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8625 hp | 11.7 L/100 km 20.1 mpg US 24.1 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
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| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 3)937 hp | 636 hp/t 474 kW/t 1.6 kg/hp |
| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 2)812 hp | 551 hp/t 411 kW/t 1.8 kg/hp |
| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 1)737 hp | 500 hp/t 373 kW/t 2.0 kg/hp |
| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8625 hp | 424 hp/t 316 kW/t 2.4 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 3)937 hp | 615 km 382 mi |
| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 2)812 hp | 615 km 382 mi |
| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 1)737 hp | 615 km 382 mi |
| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8625 hp | 615 km 382 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 3)937 hp | 937 hp 699 kW | 2.6 s | 385 km/h 239 mph |
| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 2)812 hp | 812 hp 606 kW | 2.8 s | 369 km/h 229 mph |
| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 1)737 hp | 737 hp 550 kW | 3.0 s | 359 km/h 223 mph |
| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8625 hp | 625 hp 466 kW | 3.3 s | 329 km/h 204 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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Performance vs fuel economy
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 3)937 hp |
| 11.7 L/100 km 20.1 mpg US 24.1 mpg UK | ||||||
| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 2)812 hp |
| 11.7 L/100 km 20.1 mpg US 24.1 mpg UK | ||||||
| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 1)737 hp |
| 11.7 L/100 km 20.1 mpg US 24.1 mpg UK | ||||||
| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8625 hp |
| 11.7 L/100 km 20.1 mpg US 24.1 mpg UK | ||||||
McLaren MP4-12C Spider 3.8 V8 (Stage 3) 937 hp is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
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| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 3)937 hp | 11.7 L/100 km 20.1 mpg US 24.1 mpg UK | 2.6 s |
| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 2)812 hp | 11.7 L/100 km 20.1 mpg US 24.1 mpg UK | 2.8 s |
| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 1)737 hp | 11.7 L/100 km 20.1 mpg US 24.1 mpg UK | 3.0 s |
| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8625 hp | 11.7 L/100 km 20.1 mpg US 24.1 mpg UK | 3.3 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
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| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 3)937 hp | 636 hp/t 474 kW/t 1.6 kg/hp | 11.7 L/100 km 20.1 mpg US 24.1 mpg UK |
| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 2)812 hp | 551 hp/t 411 kW/t 1.8 kg/hp | 11.7 L/100 km 20.1 mpg US 24.1 mpg UK |
| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 1)737 hp | 500 hp/t 373 kW/t 2.0 kg/hp | 11.7 L/100 km 20.1 mpg US 24.1 mpg UK |
| McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8625 hp | 424 hp/t 316 kW/t 2.4 kg/hp | 11.7 L/100 km 20.1 mpg US 24.1 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 3)937 hp | McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 2)812 hp | McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8 (Stage 1)737 hp | McLarenMP4-12C Spider3.8 V8625 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 937 hp 699 kW | 812 hp 606 kW | 737 hp 550 kW | 625 hp 466 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 930 Nm 686 lb-ft | 810 Nm 597 lb-ft | 732 Nm 540 lb-ft | 600 Nm 443 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 2.6 s | 2.8 s | 3.0 s | 3.3 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 385 km/h 239 mph | 369 km/h 229 mph | 359 km/h 223 mph | 329 km/h 204 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,474 kg 3,250 lb | 1,474 kg 3,250 lb | 1,474 kg 3,250 lb | 1,474 kg 3,250 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 11.7 L/100 km 20.1 mpg US 24.1 mpg UK | 11.7 L/100 km 20.1 mpg US 24.1 mpg UK | 11.7 L/100 km 20.1 mpg US 24.1 mpg UK | 11.7 L/100 km 20.1 mpg US 24.1 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 615 km 382 mi | 615 km 382 mi | 615 km 382 mi | 615 km 382 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 279 g/km | 279 g/km | 279 g/km | 279 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 636 hp/t 474 kW/t 1.6 kg/hp | 551 hp/t 411 kW/t 1.8 kg/hp | 500 hp/t 373 kW/t 2.0 kg/hp | 424 hp/t 316 kW/t 2.4 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | McLaren MP4-12C Spider 3.8 V8 (Stage 3) 937 hp | McLaren MP4-12C Spider 3.8 V8 (Stage 2) 812 hp | McLaren MP4-12C Spider 3.8 V8 (Stage 1) 737 hp | McLaren MP4-12C Spider 3.8 V8 625 hp |
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| Consumption | 11.7 L/100 km20.1 mpg US24.1 mpg UK | 11.7 L/100 km20.1 mpg US24.1 mpg UK | 11.7 L/100 km20.1 mpg US24.1 mpg UK | 11.7 L/100 km20.1 mpg US24.1 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 20.47 LC100 km | 20.47 LC100 km | 20.47 LC100 km | 20.47 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 32.95 LC100 mi | 32.95 LC100 mi | 32.95 LC100 mi | 32.95 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,755 L464 US gal386 UK gal | 1,755 L464 US gal386 UK gal | 1,755 L464 US gal386 UK gal | 1,755 L464 US gal386 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 3,071 LC/year | 3,071 LC/year | 3,071 LC/year | 3,071 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
McLaren MP4-12C Spider 3.8 V8 (Stage 3) 937 hp
- Has 125 hp more
- Has 120 Nm more
- Is 0.2 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 16 km/h (10 mph) higher top speed
- Has 85 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Best estimated range
Cons
- Highest CO2 emissions
McLaren MP4-12C Spider 3.8 V8 (Stage 2) 812 hp
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