McLaren P1 vs. McLaren MP4-12C
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the McLaren P1 and McLaren MP4-12C contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the McLaren P1 and the McLaren MP4-12C.
In comparing the McLaren P1's and the McLaren MP4-12C's specifications and ratings, the McLaren P1 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The McLaren MP4-12C has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the McLaren P1's and the McLaren MP4-12C's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the McLaren P1’s base engine makes 903 horsepower, and the McLaren MP4-12C base engine makes 616 horsepower. The P1 is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 399 miles. The MP4-12C is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 418 miles. This gives the McLaren MP4-12C the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the McLaren P1. The P1 uses electricity, gasoline, gasoline, and the MP4-12C uses gasoline.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
$1,150,000
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
$239,400
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Used Car Pricing
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
3,718
# Good or Great Deals:
0
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McLaren P1 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
McLaren MP4-12C Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for McLaren P1
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
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iSeeCars Reliability Insights for McLaren MP4-12C
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.5
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
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Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.7
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
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N/A
McLaren P1 Rankings
Not yet available
McLaren MP4-12C Rankings
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
McLaren P1 Trim Levels
Base
McLaren MP4-12C Trim Levels
Base
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
903 hp @ 7500 rpm
Torque:
664 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.275 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
616 hp @ 7500 rpm
Torque:
443 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.200 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 20 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
323 / 399 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, Gasoline, Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 22 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
285 / 418 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Bluetooth:
Standard
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
4.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
6.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3280 lbs
Width:
84.4 inches
Height:
46.8 inches
Length:
180.6 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3084 lbs
Width:
75.1 inches
Height:
47.2 inches
Length:
177.5 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/35R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/35R19
Exterior Colors
Black
Carbon Black
Blue
Genesis Blue
Gray
Graphite Grey
Green
Green
Orange
Blood Orange / McLaren Orange / Volcano Orange
Purple
Purple
Red
Volcano Red
Silver
Titanium Silver
White
White
Yellow
Volcano Yellow
Exterior Colors
Black
Carbon Black / Fire Black / Sapphire Black
Blue
Azure Blue / Blue
Gray
Graphite Grey
Green
Racing Green
Orange
McLaren Orange / Volcano Orange
Purple
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Red
Mercury Red / Volcano Red
Silver
Ice Silver / Silver / Supernova Silver / Titanium Silver
White
Pearl White / White
Yellow
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Carbon Black with Black Insert
Beige
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Blue
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Brown
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Gray
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Orange
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Red
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White
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Interior Colors
Black
Carbon Black / Carbon Black with Blue Insert / Carbon Black with Orange Insert / Carbon Black with Red Insert / Carbon Black with Silver Insert
Beige
Natural Tan / Saddle Tan
Blue
Midnight Blue
Brown
Arabica Brown
Gray
Stone Grey
Orange
McLaren Orange
Red
Harissa Red
White
Almond White
