2013 Mclaren MP4-12C

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Rating8.0

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Compact Coupe
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$239,400 - $265,750
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Exceptional driving dynamics and easily maneuverable in the city

Small cargo area

24 more horsepower

Impressively sporty handling on the track

Unimpressive interior space

Revised transmission programming

High-quality, well-made cabin

Rear cabin is cramped

Redesigned exterior door buttons

Optional height-adjustable suspension

Specs & Features

$239,400

price

616 hp @ 7500 rpm

horsepower

443 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm

torque

7-Speed Automated Manual

transmission

3.8L 8cyl RWD 7AM

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2013 Mclaren MP4-12C Coupemakes for an excellent contender in the midsize coupe class. With a single trim on offer, the 2013 Mclaren MP4-12C Coupe has a base MSRP of $239,400 and competes directly with the Ferrari 458 Italia Coupe, the Lamborghini Gallardo Coupe, and the Aston Martin DB9 Coupe. Only a 3.8L twin-turbocharged V8 engine is offered, mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. Together, they produce 616 horsepower and 443 lb-ft of torque. Accelerating from 0-60 in 3.0 seconds, the Mclaren MP4-12C Coupe maintains a combined fuel economy of 24 MPG. Mclaren offers the MP4-12C Coupe in 16 stunning colors, with the Volcano Orange being a particular favorite of ours.

Buying Advice

The 2013 Mclaren MP4-12C Coupe is a super-sporty driver’s machine offered in a single trim. However, we recommend adding the optional height-adjustable suspension, parking sensors, carbon-ceramic brakes, and sports exhaust for an enhanced driving experience.

Trims

    Base
    $239,400 onwards
    • 19-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • AM/FM stereo
    • Cloth/Leather Seat trim
    • Dual zone automatic front air conditioning
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Rain sensing windsheild wiper
    • Remote keyless entry
    • Seek-Scan Radio

Compare to similar cars

Price

$239,400- $265,750

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.97

Horsepower

616 hp @ 7500 rpm

Torque

443 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm

Capacity

2

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$315,888

Gasoline

7.75

731 hp @ 8250 rpm

509 lb.-ft.

2

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$233,509- $257,412

Gasoline

8.18

562 hp @ 9000 rpm

398 lb.-ft. @ 6000 rpm

2

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$387,000- $441,600

Gasoline

8.17

700 hp @ 8250 rpm

507 lb.-ft. @ 5500 rpm

2

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2013 Mclaren MP4-12C vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    3 sec10.8 sec210 mph
    2.8 sec10.5 sec-
    2.9 sec10.8 sec211 mph
    3 sec11.0 sec210 mph

    2013 Mclaren MP4-12C vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
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      15 mpg22 mpg18 mpg19 gal.-
      13 mpg17 mpg15 mpg22.7 gal.-
      11 mpg18 mpg13 mpg23.8 gal.261.8/428.4 mi.
      11 mpg16 mpg13 mpg24.3 gal.267.3/388.8 mi.

      2013 Mclaren MP4-12C vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        177.5 in.75.1 in.47.2 in.4 in.105.1 in.
        188.2 in.79.9 in.44.7 in.5.7 in.106.3 in.

        2013 Ferrari LaFerrari

        Ranked #2

        185 in.75 in.44 in.4 in.104 in.
        181.8 in.76.5 in.50.1 in.5 in.107.1 in.
        178.2 in.76.3 in.47.8 in.4 in.104.3 in.

        2013 Mclaren MP4-12C vs competitor's towing capacity

          Car Name
          Payload Capacity
          Weight
          SourceCompare
          -2945 lbs.
          -3593 lbs.
          -3274 lbs.
          672 lbs.3472 lbs.

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          2013 Mclaren MP4-12C

          Horsepower : 616 hp @ 7500 rpm

          MPG Combined : 18 mpg

          0-60 : 3 sec

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