Overview
Bummed understates how we felt when McLaren ended production of the 710-hp 720S at the end of 2022. Alas, if not to win our hearts all over again it’s mostly back, reincarnated as a lighter and restyled 740-hp version of its former self. It will again be offered in both coupe and spider bodystyles, and burning up old dinosaurs behind the seats is a familiar twin-turbo 4.0-liter V-8 and seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. McLaren essentially put the 720S through mechanical-engineering weight-loss surgery to build an even quicker car. The center-exit exhaust is lighter, the lightweight wheels reduce rotational mass, and even the pistons, borrowed from the 755-hp 765LT, encourage quicker reaction time when you put your foot down. While the mid-engine 750S might not be an all-new internet-breaking McLaren, we like to think of it as an already impressive supercar ready for spring break after doing five-minute ab workouts all winter.
What’s New for 2024?
The McLaren 750S looks similar to the discontinued 720S because it is. It uses a similar powertrain, but this time has even more power. McLaren has gone to great lengths to lower the slithery two-seater’s weight to produce an extra-sensational supercar.
Pricing and Which One to Buy
It’s simply impossible to spec the 750S incorrectly. We should point out that if 750S buyers pay enough for each carbon fiber and lightweight option, the coupe does end up a manufacturer-claimed 108 pounds lighter than the spider. Though, we’d like to think being seen in the 750S outweighs all else.
Engine, Transmission, and Performance
Aft the buckets in the 750S lives a 740hp twin-turbo V-8 engine that’s not shy about applying its 590 pound-feet of torque to the rear wheels. A seven-speed dual-clutch, similar to what’s found in the 765LT, handles gear shifts. McLaren claims it can catapult the 750S to 60 mph in just 2.7 seconds, which we’ve yet to confirm with our own testing; that would put it on the same level of insanity as the discontinued 720S we previously tested. Beyond its raw power, the 750S dons a set of lightweight wheels, the lightest ever fitted standard according to McLaren, and aggressive aero bits that give it more downforce than the 720S. McLaren’s latest iteration of their hydraulic suspension has lightweight springs and dampers that promise to give the driver more feedback when it comes to carving canyon roads. Borrowing sensibilities from the million-dollar Senna, the 750S slows down with an available ceramic rotor-and-monoblock caliper track brake package. When it comes to navigating life’s speed bumps and bumper-scraping parking lot entrances, the 750S will quickly raise its nose with the click of a button. Pirelli P Zero summer tires are standard equipment, and P Zero Corsa and track-focused P Zero Trofeo R rubber are optional. The 750S fitment is staggered, with 19-inch wheels up front and 20-inch wheels for the rear.
Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG
The EPA hasn’t published fuel economy estimates for the latest McLaren yet, not that a would-be 750S owner would worry their head about the price of gas any more than they would the cost of a gallon of milk. We expect the supercar to sip its fuel at a similar rate to the 720S. The 720S’s slightly less powerful twin-turbo 4.0-liter V-8 earned a very supercar-like 15 mpg in the city and 22 mpg on the highway. For more information about the 765LT’s fuel economy, visit the EPA’s website.
Interior, Comfort, and Cargo
The 750S interior might be the simplest part of this complex rolling sculpture. Inside, Alcantara is standard, with the option of a Performance interior that adds napa leather or a TechLux package that puts leather at higher priority and quantity in the cockpit. McLaren keeps the majority of its interior dark but allows its customers to choose the color of its stitching for an additional cost. Unlike many cars today, the 750S’s steering wheel is free of buttons. Mode selection and other driving controls are saved for the driver-facing central dashboard area. Due to space reserved for the power-folding roof, the Spider has less rear cargo space than the Coupe, but both versions have a frunk that’s a little less than half the size of the Corvette’s space.
Infotainment and Connectivity
The 7.0-inch vertical infotainment screen is home to most controls such as climate, Apple CarPlay, and an ambient lighting configurator. A 360-degree rearview camera is standard and is a higher resolution than what was used in the 720S for increased clarity. A Bowers & Wilkins audio system complete with an amplifier and McLaren’s Continuum cone speakers handle music should you for some reason want to drown out the P1-inspired exhaust note.
Safety and Driver-Assistance Features
In place of traditional driver-assistance technology, McLaren serves up useful options that are meant to keep the six-figure supercar scratch-free. For more information about the 750S crash-test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites. Key safety features include:
- Available front and rear parking sensors
- Available front-end lift system
- Available 360-degree camera
Warranty and Maintenance Coverage
McLaren protects the 750S with a standard limited and powertrain warranty that spans three years with no mileage limit. The company also provides extended coverage for extra coin that lasts up to 12 years with a cap of 12,000 miles per year.
- Limited warranty covers 3 years and unlimited miles
- Powertrain warranty covers 3 years and unlimited miles
- No complimentary scheduled maintenance
