The MP4-12C is a supercar with the kind of performance levels that have to be witnessed to be believed, but more surprisingly, it is comfortable, easy to drive, composed and even relatively efficient.
Insurance Groups: 50 - 50
MPG Range: 24 - 24
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The MP4-12C is the first road car that McLaren have made since the F1 in 1992 and, like the F1, it's very fast. However, unlike the F1, it's easy to drive at the limit, surprisingly economical and ...
Mclaren 12C Overview
The MP4 is fitted with a twin-turbo 3.8-litre V8 which develops 592bhp, propelling the car from 0-62mph in an impressive 3.2 seconds and on to a top speed of 205mph.
It's quite simply a masterpiece. The handling is absolutely sublime, and the handling is unbelievably sharp. Despite this, the electronic and fully independent suspension makes the ride incredibly smooth and the fuel economy is astonishingly good for such a powerful car. There is absolutely nothing to objectively criticise about the McLaren.
However, some buyers will find that the Ferrari 458 Italia is not only better looking but offers a more engaging driving experience as well.
Background
The MP4-12C went into production in 2011 and was McLaren's first attempt at a road car since the Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren of 2003. The company's first effort, the McLaren F1, was the fastest car in the world when it was introduced in 1993 and was famously owned -- and crashed -- by Rowan Atkinson.
Summary
The McLaren MP4-12C is arguably the greatest car ever made; by almost every measure it outclasses everything else on the road and every car which has come before it. However, it doesn't feel quite as special as a Ferrari or a Lamborghini and, considering its high list price, this may put some buyers off.
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