McLaren Automotive · model year 2021
2021 McLaren Automotive Elva
Two Seaters · Rear-Wheel Drive · Gas · EPA class: Two Seaters
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The CarCody take
The 2021 McLaren Automotive Elva is a gasoline two-seater with rear-wheel drive, a 4.0-liter turbocharged eight-cylinder engine, and an automatic transmission. It returns 18 MPG combined, with 15 MPG in city driving and 21 MPG on the highway. The listed annual fuel cost is $4,550, and tailpipe emissions are 501 grams per mile.
Good to know
- Rear-wheel drive with a turbocharged 4.0-liter eight-cylinder engine
- 21 MPG highway rating
- Automatic transmission
- Two-seat body style
Watch for
- 15 MPG city rating
- 18 MPG combined fuel economy
- $4,550 listed annual fuel cost
- 501 grams of CO2 per mile
Who it suits. Drivers who want a two-seat, rear-wheel-drive car Owners whose driving includes substantial highway travel
The Elva makes sense for a driver who specifically wants a two-seat, rear-wheel-drive car with a 4.0-liter turbocharged eight-cylinder engine. Its 18 MPG combined rating is manageable only if the running cost fits your budget. City-heavy driving will use fuel at the 15 MPG rate, while highway travel reaches 21 MPG. With an annual fuel estimate of $4,550 and emissions of 501 grams per mile, this is a focused choice for buyers who accept substantial fuel use in exchange for its two-seat layout and drivetrain.
What it is
The 2021 Elva is a two-seat car from McLaren Automotive. It uses rear-wheel drive, gasoline, and a 4.0-liter turbocharged eight-cylinder engine paired with an automatic transmission. See more McLaren Automotive cars.
The numbers
Its combined rating is 18 MPG. City driving is rated at 15 MPG, while highway driving is rated at 21 MPG. That spread shows how stop-and-go use lowers fuel economy compared with steadier highway travel.
Tailpipe CO2 is 501 grams per mile.
What it costs to run
The listed annual fuel cost is $4,550. Your actual bill will depend on how many miles you drive and how much of that driving is in town or on the highway.
How it compares
The Elva's 18 MPG combined figure falls between its 15 MPG city and 21 MPG highway ratings. Without another model's figures, a fair lower- or higher-use comparison cannot be made.
Who it suits
This layout suits someone seeking a two-seat car and accepting rear-wheel drive and gasoline running costs. The 21 MPG highway rating matters more for drivers whose miles are mostly on open roads.
Trade-offs
The turbocharged 4.0-liter eight-cylinder engine and rear-wheel-drive setup come with a 15 MPG city rating and a $4,550 annual fuel-cost estimate.
Highway economy rises to 21 MPG, but the car still produces 501 grams of CO2 per mile.
Verdict
Choose the Elva if two seats, rear-wheel drive, and a turbocharged eight-cylinder gasoline powertrain fit your priorities. Plan for fuel spending of about $4,550 a year at the listed estimate. Its 18 MPG combined result is more workable for highway-heavy use than for frequent urban trips, where the rating drops to 15 MPG. The numbers point to a specialized two-seat choice, not a low-cost commuter.
Every figure on record
- Combined MPG
- 18 MPG
- City MPG
- 15 MPG
- Highway MPG
- 21 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $4,550
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 501 g per mile
- Model year
- 2021
- Body
- Car
- EPA size class
- Two Seaters
- Drive
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 4.0 L 8-cyl turbo
- Transmission
- Automatic (AM-S7)
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Questions
How many seats does the 2021 McLaren Automotive Elva have?
It is classified as a Two Seaters car.
What fuel economy does the Elva get?
It is rated at 15 MPG city, 21 MPG highway, and 18 MPG combined.
What is the Elva's annual fuel cost?
The listed annual fuel cost is $4,550.
What engine is in the 2021 Elva?
It has a 4.0-liter turbocharged eight-cylinder gasoline engine.
Does the Elva use rear-wheel drive?
Yes. The Elva has rear-wheel drive.
What transmission does it use?
It uses an automatic transmission identified as AM-S7.
How much tailpipe CO2 does it emit?
Its tailpipe CO2 figure is 501 grams per mile.