What is the McLaren Speedtail?
The Speedtail is a streamlined McLaren grand touring car with a central driving position and passenger seats alongside it. The distinctive layout gives the cabin a different feel from a conventional sports car.
It belongs to McLaren’s Ultimate series. Its central driving position recalls the layout of the McLaren F1, while its petrol-electric powertrain gives it a place among the brand’s hybrid road cars.
Speedtail generation and powertrain
The Speedtail’s generation is listed for 2020–2022, with the internal code BP23. It pairs a 4.0 L petrol engine with electric assistance. EU registration figures classify it as a plug-in hybrid; the US EPA listing calls it a hybrid.
The EU and US market entries each list one version.
How economical is the McLaren Speedtail?
The EPA rates the Speedtail at 15 MPG combined, with listed consumption of 15.7 L/100 km on the EPA test. EU EEA registration figures classify the 2020 car as a plug-in hybrid.
Test procedures differ between markets. Europe uses WLTP or the earlier NEDC, the United States uses the EPA procedure, and Canada uses a 5-cycle test.
Where was the McLaren Speedtail sold?
EU EEA registration figures record 12 Speedtails in 2020, listed as one plug-in hybrid version. The US EPA listing also covers 2020 and identifies one hybrid version with a 4.0 L engine.
The Speedtail’s generation is listed for 2020–2022. Its central driving position and hybrid powertrain set it apart within McLaren’s road-car range.
Questions and answers
How many seats does the Speedtail have?
It has a central driving position, with passenger seats alongside it.
Is the Speedtail a hybrid?
Yes. It pairs a 4.0 L petrol engine with electric assistance. EU registration figures classify it as a plug-in hybrid.
What is the Speedtail’s EPA fuel economy?
The EPA combined rating is 15 MPG, with listed consumption of 15.7 L/100 km.
How many Speedtails are recorded in EU registration figures?
The 2020 EEA figures record 12 registrations.