McLaren 570s spider 2017

**McLaren 570S Spider 2017**

Year Model: 2017, Mileage: 16,956 km

**OVERALL RATING: 95 POINTS**

- Value for money: 94 points

- Joy of ownership for 2 weeks: 99 points

- Joy of ownership for 2 years: 95 points

- Cost of ownership: 55 points

- Sportiness: 97 points

- Comfort: 75 points

- Reliability as a used car: 90 points

- Resale value: 95 points

- Image value: 100 points

- Sympathy points: 95 points

**Production Years:** 2015-

**Engine:** 3.8L V8 Twin-turbo

- Maximum Power: 570 hp 419 kW

- Peak Torque: 601 Nm

- Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 2.9 s

- Top Speed: 328 km/h

Price Range: €340,000 - €465,000

**Pros:** Design, driving characteristics, lightness, quality, brand, efficiency, sound

**Cons:** Cramped interior, no importer or authorized service

**Alternative:** Ferrari 488 Spider

**Summary:** Supercar manufacturers often proudly boast about the track capabilities of their new creations, but increasingly highlight their suitability for everyday use. Even Bugatti's test driver amusingly remarked that the Veyron is primarily designed for daily use, despite its top speed exceeding 400 km/h.

Typically, the notion of a supercar being "suitable for everyday use" is an afterthought in advertisements to boost sales. However, McLaren, one of the premier supercar makers, declared the new 570S Spider as primarily suited for daily use, with track driving a secondary focus.

Having spent several days with three different 570S models, I must commend McLaren—570S is one of the few supercars I would consider using for almost all my daily drives. This assumes my home is closer to the equator and my family is smaller.

McLaren views itself as a pioneer, constantly pushing the limits of aerodynamics and acceleration. New Zealander Bruce McLaren, a race car driver, founded the F1 team bearing his name in 1963. Now headquartered in Woking, UK, McLaren has achieved numerous F1 championships under drivers like Mika Häkkinen and Ayrton Senna.

Their pioneering spirit is best seen in their road cars. In 1981, McLaren introduced the extremely lightweight and strong carbon-fiber chassis MP4/1. In 1992, they designed and built the world's fastest production road car—the McLaren F1—with a top speed of 390 km/h, marking McLaren's commitment to carbon-fiber chassis in every car since. The 570S's carbon-fiber body weighs only 75 kg and is mounted on an aluminum frame. The engine is a 570-horsepower twin-turbo V8, paired with a rapid 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.

Introduced to the market in 2015, the convertible Spider version followed a few years later. "The new McLaren 570S Spider delivers an incomparable blend of extreme performance, luxury design, driver engagement, and daily usability—all coupled with effortless open-top driving when desired. It is also the lightest super convertible in its class," said Mike Flewitt, CEO of McLaren Automotive.

The 570S Spider transforms into a convertible in just 30 seconds, with the roof disappearing entirely between the driver and engine compartment. There is enough front trunk space for a two-person weekend trip—150 liters, with an additional 50 liters available when the roof is up.

Acceleration in this everyday-use-designed, 1.2-meter tall car is extraordinary: 0-100 km/h in 2.9 seconds, reaching 200 km/h in 7.9 seconds, continuing to accelerate to 328 km/h (with the roof raised). Even with the roof down, top speed remains unusually high for a convertible—325 km/h.

The highlight in drivability is the steering—precise and responsive. Unlike many other supercars, the 570S doesn't feel overly large, although ground clearance is minimal and a front lift option is essential.

After driving the car on track, twisty roads, and even school runs, it's clear McLaren has crafted a supercar suitable for everyday use. The suspension is not as stiff as in other McLaren models, doors open wider, there are more storage compartments, the sound system matches luxury car standards, and the automated gearbox operates smoothly without intimidating the driver. Window tinting, however, is necessary due to the interest and photography the car garners compared to any other car I've driven domestically.

For several reasons, it's advisable to purchase supercars used. Generally, supercars under 10 years old have very low mileage and are well-maintained. Prices often halve, or at least the first €100,000 of the car's value depreciates. A used car is immediately available, while a new model may require a wait of a few years.

The McLaren 570S Spider is nearly a perfect car in its class, but so are its close and similarly priced competitors, the Lamborghini Huracan and Ferrari 488, which are also quite suitable for everyday use. My choice for a daily supercar would be the slightly cheaper Ferrari FF. It's less conspicuous than the McLaren, and its four seats, all-wheel drive, and higher ground clearance make it a superior supercar for our country's roads and seasons.

**Condition of the evaluated unit (scale of 1-10):**

- Engine: 10

- Body: 10

- Interior: 9

- Service Book: 10

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