McLaren 720S
2017–2023 · McLaren 720S — Supercar, V8 Twin-Turbo, designed by Robert Melville.
The Story
The 720S is the McLaren that silenced the doubters. By 2017 McLaren had been accused of building clinical, slightly soulless cars — then it launched the second-generation Super Series and built, by near-unanimous critical verdict, the most complete supercar on sale. An all-new 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 (the M840T) made 710 bhp; a new Monocage II carbon structure wove the roof into the tub; and the alien “eye-socket” headlights doubled as cooling ducts.
What made it special wasn’t just speed — though it ran neck-and-neck with the McLaren P1 around a circuit and comfortably dispatched the Ferrari 488. It was that the 720S finally married that pace to a sense of occasion and a ride/handling breadth nothing else could touch. Top Gear called it the most accomplished supercar it had ever driven.
With more than 5,000 built and values now well under list, the 720S has become the thinking enthusiast’s modern-supercar bargain: hypercar pace for Porsche money.
The Numbers
Benchmarked against its class
Each dial ranks this car within its Supercar class — fuller means higher, and the tick marks the class midpoint.
Signature Colors
The Designer
Robert Melville
Succeeded Frank Stephenson as McLaren Design Director (May 2017–2022); previously at GM and Jaguar Land Rover. Oversaw the Ultimate-Series Senna/Speedtail/Elva and the second-gen Super Series.
Studio Motors POV
The 720S is the modern-supercar value benchmark: the car that out-drove Ferrari and ran with hypercars, now trading for everyday-911 money. If you want maximum supercar for the outlay, start here.
Market & Value
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What Reviewers Said About 720S
Worth Knowing About the 720S
3 Things You Didn’t Know
- 1. The alien "eye-socket" headlight cavities aren't just styling — they're aero ducts channelling air to the low-temperature radiators.
- 2. The Folding Driver Display drops to a slim strip in track mode and deploys as you open the door — theatre and function.
- 3. The all-new 4.0 M840T is ~41% new parts versus the old 3.8, and the Monocage II carbon structure now includes the roof.
5 Fast Facts
- 1. 710 bhp from the new 4.0L M840T; 212 mph; 0–62 mph in 2.8 s.
- 2. Lighter and faster than the 650S; ran circuit times near the P1.
- 3. More than 5,000 built (Coupe + Spider), 2017–2023.
- 4. Launched ~$284,745; now averages ~$245K used.
- 5. Widely judged to beat the Ferrari 488 GTB of its day.
Provenance
Owners & what to look for
Famous Owners
Michael Fux — the noted collector commissioned a one-off 720S in bespoke “Fux Fuchsia” (a colour created for him, to which he holds exclusive rights), delivered at the 2017 Pebble Beach Concours; it joined his McLaren-Orange 12C, bespoke-purple 12C Spider and bespoke-green P1 (Autocar / evo).
Studio Buyer’s Brief
The benchmark drive of its generation, so almost any clean example delights. Decide between the standard car and the more focused Track Pack; the Spider adds drama for little dynamic cost. As ever, prioritise service history and sorted electronics. At current values it’s arguably the most ability-per-dollar on the used market.
Full Specifications
- Make / Model
- McLaren 720S
- Class
- Supercar
- Production years
- 2017–2023
- Units built
- ~5,000+ (regular 720S)
- Variants
- 720S Spider (convertible)
- Engine layout
- Mid
- Engine
- V8 Twin-Turbo
- Engine family
- McLaren M840T (V8)
- Displacement
- 4.0L (3,994 cc)
- Power
- 710 hp
- Torque
- 568 lb-ft
- 0–60 mph
- 2.8 s
- Top speed
- 212 mph
- Power-to-weight
- 494 hp/tonne · 4.5 lb/hp
- Transmission
- 7-Speed Dual-Clutch (SSG)
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive · Petrol
- Curb weight
- 3167 lb
Questions
720S FAQ
What engine and horsepower does the McLaren 720S have?
The 720S uses McLaren’s M840T 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 producing 710 bhp and 568 lb-ft of torque, driving the rear wheels through a 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox.
How fast is the McLaren 720S from 0 to 60 mph?
McLaren rates the 720S at 2.8 seconds to 60 mph and 212 mph flat out, figures that made it class-leading among supercars at its 2017 launch.
How many McLaren 720S were produced?
McLaren has not disclosed official 720S production totals. The model ran from 2017 to 2023 before the 750S succeeded it.
Who designed the McLaren 720S?
The 720S was designed by Robert Melville, who led McLaren’s design studio through the second-generation Super Series and was also responsible for the Senna, Speedtail, and McLaren GT.
How much is a McLaren 720S worth in 2025?
McLaren 720S values average around $245,000 per Classic.com as of 2025, with the broader market spanning condition, mileage, and specification — well-specified examples and clean low-mileage cars trade higher than average.
Can you lease or finance a McLaren 720S?
Yes. Specialty lenders structure collector-car leases and loans on modern supercars including the McLaren 720S.
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