DecodedCars2020 McLaren Automotive Speedtail
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2020 models.
- Class
- Two Seaters
- Engines
- 4.0L 8-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Hybrid
- MPG (best)
- 15 combined · 12 city / 20 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 15 MPG combined, 23% below the 2020 two seaters average of 19.6 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 13 similar 2020 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2020 McLaren Automotive Speedtail is a two seaters offered with a 4.0L 8-cyl turbo engine, including a hybrid version and rear-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 15 MPG combined (12 city / 20 highway), 23% worse than the 2020 two seaters average of 19.6 MPG, for an estimated $5,500 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Speedtail Hybrid | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 12 / 20 / 15 | -23% | $5,500 | 605 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2020 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2020 McLaren Automotive Speedtail.
Similar 2020 two seaterss
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 McLaren Automotive Speedtail (this car) | 15 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2020 Ferrari 488 Pista | 17 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2020 Aston Martin Vantage | 20 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2020 Lamborghini Huracan | 15 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2020 McLaren Automotive 570S Coupe | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2020 McLaren Automotive 720S Coupe | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2020 Ferrari F8 Tributo | 16 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2020 McLaren Automotive Speedtail.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2020 McLaren Automotive Speedtail is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2020 McLaren Automotive Speedtail in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2020 McLaren Automotive Speedtail buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2020 McLaren Automotive Speedtail. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or McLaren Automotive. How we calculate this →