2021 McLaren Automotive 720S Coupe LM

The CarCody take

The 2021 McLaren Automotive 720S Coupe LM is a gasoline two-seater with rear-wheel drive, a 4.0-liter turbocharged eight-cylinder engine, and an automatic AM-S7 transmission. Its defining EPA number is 18 combined MPG, with 15 MPG in city driving and 22 MPG on the highway. EPA annual fuel cost is $4,550, and tailpipe CO2 is 505 grams per mile.

Who it suits. Drivers wanting a rear-wheel-drive, two-seat gasoline coupe Owners who can budget for higher annual fuel costs

What it is

This 2021 McLaren Automotive 720S Coupe LM is a two-seat car with rear-wheel drive. It uses gasoline and has a 4.0-liter turbocharged eight-cylinder engine paired with an automatic (AM-S7) transmission.

The numbers

The figure to keep in mind is 18 combined MPG. That means about 18 miles from a gallon across the EPA city-and-highway mix.

City driving is rated at 15 MPG, while highway driving reaches 22 MPG. Its tailpipe output is 505 grams of CO2 per mile.

What it costs to run

EPA lists annual fuel cost at $4,550. Your actual bill will depend on how much you drive and the gasoline prices you pay, but the 18-MPG combined rating shows why fuel is a substantial running expense.

How it compares

Its 15 city and 22 highway ratings give separate reference points for the kind of driving you do most.

Who it suits

This coupe suits a buyer who wants a two-seat, rear-wheel-drive gasoline car and accepts higher fuel spending. The highway rating matters more for long trips; city use is less efficient at 15 MPG.

Trade-offs

The turbocharged 4.0-liter eight-cylinder engine and rear-wheel-drive layout come with 18 combined MPG. Choosing this car means weighing its two-seat format against the $4,550 EPA annual fuel cost and 505 grams of CO2 per mile.

Verdict

The 720S Coupe LM is a narrowly focused two-seater for drivers comfortable with frequent fuel spending. Its 22-MPG highway result is notably higher than its 15-MPG city result, so regular urban driving will use more fuel. If rear-wheel drive, a turbocharged eight-cylinder engine, and an automatic transmission fit your priorities, the EPA figures give you a clear operating-cost baseline.