2021 McLaren Automotive 720S Coupe

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The 2021 McLaren Automotive 720S Coupe is a gasoline-powered two-seater with rear-wheel drive, a 4.0-liter turbocharged eight-cylinder engine, and an automatic transmission. Its EPA rating is 18 MPG combined, with 15 MPG city and 22 MPG highway. EPA estimates annual fuel spending at $4,550, and tailpipe emissions at 505 grams per mile.

Who it suits. Drivers wanting a two-seat, rear-wheel-drive gasoline coupe Owners whose driving includes substantial highway miles

What it is

This 2021 720S Coupe is a two-seat car from McLaren Automotive. It uses rear-wheel drive and gasoline power.

The powertrain pairs a 4.0-liter turbocharged eight-cylinder engine with an automatic AM-S7 transmission.

The numbers

The defining EPA figure is 18 MPG combined. That means an average of 18 miles from a gallon across city and highway driving.

The separate ratings are 15 MPG in city driving and 22 MPG on the highway. Your mix of streets and freeway miles determines which number matters more.

What it costs to run

EPA estimates $4,550 in annual fuel cost for this gasoline car. That is the listed yearly fuel figure tied to its 18 MPG combined rating.

Tailpipe emissions are rated at 505 grams of carbon dioxide per mile.

How it compares

Use the 18 MPG combined figure as the starting point when weighing this coupe against other cars. City-heavy driving will track closer to 15 MPG, while steady highway travel can approach 22 MPG.

For other McLaren Automotive models to place beside it, see McLaren Automotive cars.

Who it suits

This coupe suits a buyer who wants a two-seat, rear-wheel-drive car and accepts gasoline running costs of $4,550 a year under the EPA estimate.

Its 22 MPG highway rating is the more useful number for drivers whose miles are mostly on the freeway.

Trade-offs

The car's 15 MPG city rating is lower than its highway figure, so stop-and-go use can consume fuel faster. Its overall 18 MPG combined rating sets the middle ground.

You get a turbocharged 4.0-liter eight-cylinder engine and automatic transmission, but the EPA figures also show substantial fuel use and 505 grams of CO2 per mile.

Verdict

The 2021 720S Coupe is a narrowly focused choice: two seats, rear-wheel drive, gasoline power, and an automatic gearbox. Budget around $4,550 each year for fuel using the EPA estimate, with results varying between 15 MPG in town and 22 MPG on open roads. It makes the most sense for someone who values this drivetrain and body format more than low operating cost or everyday practicality. The 18 MPG combined number gives you a clear baseline for household fuel planning.