← McLaren 12C · 2011-2014 · Mk1

McLaren 12C Mk1

Headline trim: 3.8 TT V8 — 616 bhp, 0-62 in 3.1s.

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Verdict
A
BHP
616 bhp
0–60
3.1 s
Top speed
207 mph
MPG
20 mpg (US)
Used
$95,000-$178,000

Strengths

  • Carbon MonoCell tub
  • No anti-roll bars (hydraulic suspension)
  • Folding hardtop Spider

Weaknesses

  • Lacks character vs rivals
  • 7DCT mechatronic
  • Specialist running

Notable tech

  • Carbon MonoCell tub
  • M838T 3.8 TT V8
  • 7DCT
  • RWD
  • Hydraulic ProActive Chassis Control
  • Carbon-ceramic brakes
  • Coupe and folding-hardtop Spider

Common issues

  • Hydraulic suspension
  • 7DCT
  • Spider top
  • Specialist parts

Engine derivatives

US-spec trims and engines offered across Mk1's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.

Pick two engines to compare
12C
BHP592
Torque600 Nm
0–603.3 s
Top207 mph
MPG (US)20 mpg
DriveRWD
Gearbox7DCT
12C (post-2012)
BHP616
Torque600 Nm
0–603.1 s
Top207 mph
MPG (US)20 mpg
DriveRWD
Gearbox7DCT
12C Spider
BHP616
Torque600 Nm
0–603.1 s
Top204 mph
MPG (US)20 mpg
DriveRWD
Gearbox7DCT