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Verdict
McLaren's Sports Series range: 3.8-litre twin-turbo V8 producing 540 to 600 hp, seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox, rear-wheel drive. Specialists mainly describe electronics and maintenance faults (battery draining, IRIS system, hydraulics, door hinges), but several safety recalls have targeted these models (braking, fuel, cooling). Check them with the VIN and have a pre-purchase inspection carried out by a McLaren specialist.
- Reliability
- 3.0/5
- Indicative prices
- €146,900 – €169,990
- Monthly cost
- €2,087
- Euro NCAP
- Not tested
Which version to choose
Versions to favour: 570S Coupé 3.8 V8 570 SSG, 570S Spider 3.8 V8 570 SSG.
540C 3.8 V8 540 SSG
Petrol · Automatic · 540 hp · 9.2 L/100 km · 258 g CO₂/km · Crit'Air 1
Entry-level version from 2015, 540 hp, seven-speed dual-clutch automated gearbox, 0 to 100 km/h in 3.5 s (L'argus). According to Foreign Automotive, its fault profile is almost identical to that of the 570S.
570S Coupé 3.8 V8 570 SSG
✓ RecommendedPetrol · Automatic · 570 hp · 9.2 L/100 km · 258 g CO₂/km · Crit'Air 1
Two-seat coupé, 3.8-litre twin-turbo V8 producing 570 hp and 600 Nm, seven-speed SSG gearbox, rear-wheel drive (Asphalte). Front boot of 150 L according to Asphalte (144 L according to Parkers). Manufacturer's fuel consumption and CO2 figures on the European cycle.
570S Spider 3.8 V8 570 SSG
✓ RecommendedPetrol · Automatic · 570 hp · Crit'Air 1
Two-seat convertible version of the 570S, with a weight penalty of 46 kg according to Auto Express.
570GT 3.8 V8 570 SSG
Petrol · Automatic · 570 hp · 10.7 L/100 km · Crit'Air 1
570 hp grand tourer version: a 220 L glass-covered rear luggage compartment is added to the 150 L front boot (Les Voitures, Caroom).
600LT 3.8 V8 600 SSG
Petrol · Automatic · 600 hp · Crit'Air 1
Longtail version from 2018 (coupé and Spider): 600 hp and 620 Nm, 1,274 kg announced, i.e. 96 kg less than a 570S (Caradisiac). Caradisiac presents it as primarily track-oriented.
Market prices
€146,900 – €169,990
Indicative range: 2016 to 2019, yearly medians of 14 online listings collected by AutoUncle (years with at least 3 listings).
Collected on 20 October 2026 from the sources below. Our own survey of listings, by year and mileage, will refine it.
Known faults
Accumulator pressure loss and hydraulic leaks
Severity 2/3 · CostlyForeign Automotive explains that the hydraulic accumulator, which controls gear changes and nose lift, loses its nitrogen preload with age and heat; preventive replacement is advised for 570S cars that have not had it done, as the failure is sudden (the car no longer shifts gears). Friends Car Rental lists hydraulic leaks (hoses, seals) among the known faults of the 570S and estimates the repair at between 1,500 and 15,000 AED (UAE dirhams, not euros).
- Versions
- 540C 3.8 V8 540 SSG, 570S Coupé 3.8 V8 570 SSG, 570S Spider 3.8 V8 570 SSG, 570GT 3.8 V8 570 SSG, 600LT 3.8 V8 600 SSG
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Cooling fluid connectors that harden
Severity 2/3 · CostlyForeign Automotive reports that the first quick-release cooling connectors harden and crack over time (slow coolant loss, sweet smell, puddle), and that a leak detected too late can lead to engine repair. Friends Car Rental also mentions coolant leaks on the 570S, with a risk of overheating and costly engine damage.
- Versions
- 540C 3.8 V8 540 SSG, 570S Coupé 3.8 V8 570 SSG, 570S Spider 3.8 V8 570 SSG, 570GT 3.8 V8 570 SSG, 600LT 3.8 V8 600 SSG
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Cracked door hinges
Severity 2/3 · CostlyFriends Car Rental says the hinges on the gull-wing doors can crack on the 540C, 570S and 570GT (repair costs 7,500 to 10,000 AED per side, UAE dirhams), and that a completely failed hinge could allow the door to come off. Thorney Motorsport (via Foreign Automotive) also mentions hinge replacements on the 570S, while noting that this does not establish a failure rate for the whole range.
- Versions
- 540C 3.8 V8 540 SSG, 570S Coupé 3.8 V8 570 SSG, 570S Spider 3.8 V8 570 SSG, 570GT 3.8 V8 570 SSG
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Battery draining while parked
Severity 1/3 · AnnoyingForeign Automotive presents the 570S as the most common case of a car that will not start anymore after a few weeks of standing: the original battery can go flat in two weeks, and a deep discharge can cause several modules to lose their calibration, which then have to be recoded. Automonitor confirms that the 570S and 570GT have not resolved this parasitic drain problem. A maintenance charger is recommended as soon as the car is parked.
- Versions
- 540C 3.8 V8 540 SSG, 570S Coupé 3.8 V8 570 SSG, 570S Spider 3.8 V8 570 SSG, 570GT 3.8 V8 570 SSG, 600LT 3.8 V8 600 SSG
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
IRIS infotainment system faults
Severity 1/3 · AnnoyingForeign Automotive describes faults on the IRIS 2 that are more annoying than serious: dead pixels, Bluetooth disconnections, SD card reader problems, loss of GPS and occasional reboots, often resolved by a software update or by replacing a component. Friends Car Rental mentions frozen or black screens, and screens stuck in a reboot loop, on the 540C, 570S, 650S and 720S.
- Versions
- 540C 3.8 V8 540 SSG, 570S Coupé 3.8 V8 570 SSG, 570S Spider 3.8 V8 570 SSG, 570GT 3.8 V8 570 SSG, 600LT 3.8 V8 600 SSG
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Recall: brake banjo bolt without fluid passage (US)
Manufacturer recallMcLaren recalled certain 2020 570S, 2019 600LT and other models in the United States: the brake banjo bolt may lack the holes that carry fluid to the caliper, which could cause loss of braking at one wheel and a car that pulls to one side (NHTSA, recall 21V561, 19 vehicles). Dealers inspect and replace the bolt free of charge.
Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).
- Versions
- 570S Coupé 3.8 V8 570 SSG, 570S Spider 3.8 V8 570 SSG, 600LT 3.8 V8 600 SSG
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Recall: foam pad under the fuel tank (570GT)
Manufacturer recallThe NVH foam pad placed under the fuel tank can trap moisture and corrode the tank, with a risk of fuel leakage and fire (NHTSA, recall 20V231, notably 2017 to 2019 570GT). Dealers remove the pad, inspect the tank and replace it if corroded, free of charge.
Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).
- Versions
- 570GT 3.8 V8 570 SSG
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Recall: coolant leak (600LT)
Manufacturer recallOn certain 2019-2020 600LT coupés and Spiders, the seal between the temperature sensor housing and the external radiator hose can leak into the engine bay, with a fire risk on contact with hot components (NHTSA, recall 23V484). The hose, housing and clamp are replaced free of charge.
Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).
- Versions
- 600LT 3.8 V8 600 SSG
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Recall: misrouted brake lines (600LT)
Manufacturer recallThe brake lines on certain 600LTs may be misrouted and cause the brake to act on the wrong side, which can lock a rear wheel and cause loss of control (NHTSA, recall 25V216, opened April 2025). Dealers check and correct the connections free of charge.
Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).
- Versions
- 600LT 3.8 V8 600 SSG
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Manufacturer recalls
See the official list on RappelConso (new tab) (French government recall site: category “Automobiles et moyens de déplacement”, search “McLaren 570S / 570GT / 540C / 600LT”). A dealer for the brand can also check, using the vehicle identification number (VIN), that recalls have been carried out.
Real monthly cost
Fuel, insurance, maintenance and depreciation, excluding finance. Move the slider to match your mileage. How it is calculated
| Fuel or electricity | €227 |
|---|---|
| Insurance | €274 |
| Maintenance | €37 |
| Depreciation | €1,549 |
| Total per month | €2,087 |
⚠ Estimates to treat with caution
- NEDC consumption (older, more optimistic than WLTP) as no WLTP figure is published: fuel is probably slightly underestimated.
- Maintenance: published servicing price plus an estimated allowance for tyres and brakes.
- Depreciation estimated at 12% of the median price a year, as no year-by-year valuation is usable.
Calculation details (12,000 km a year)
- Fuel (petrol)€227
570S Coupé 3.8 V8 570 SSG version: combined consumption of 9.22 L/100 km, increased by 15% for real-world driving, at 2.14 €/L, for 1,000 km a month.
9.22 × 1.15 × 2.14 € × 10 = €227
Petrol price (SP95-E10): French national average on 7 October 2026.
- Insurance€274
Average monthly premium published for this model by insurance comparison sites (comprehensive cover when stated). Your premium depends on your profile.
- Maintenance€37
Servicing and wear parts (tyres, brakes) for 12,000 km a year, per month.
- Depreciation€1,549
Value lost in a year by a typical example, from the valuation gap between two years, per month.
Inspection checklist
McLaren 570S / 570GT / 540C / 600LT Sports Series P13 — inspection checklist
Things to check
- Have the recalls (braking, fuel, cooling) and whether they were carried out checked with McLaren using the VIN (NHTSA; Foreign Automotive).
- Require a pre-purchase inspection by a McLaren specialist: hydraulic pressure test, IRIS diagnostic and reading of stored fault codes from all modules (Foreign Automotive).
- Test both doors and their hinges: play, creaking, cracks near the mounting points (Friends Car Rental).
- Check for leaks (coolant, gearbox cooler, sills) and whether a maintenance charger has been used (Foreign Automotive).
- Examine the front spoiler and bumper: chips, cracks, signs of repair, signs of use without nose lift (Foreign Automotive).
- Check the service book for the annual services, including the 6th (fuel filter and canister), the one most often forgotten (Foreign Automotive).
Questions to ask the seller
- Have all the McLaren recalls been carried out? Can you provide the proof?
- Have the hydraulic accumulator and the dampers been replaced or serviced, and when?
- Does the car have a complete service book, including the six-year service, and has it been driven on a track?
Test-drive tip: read the fault codes
A warning light that is off proves nothing: a fault may have been cleared just before the viewing. A Bluetooth OBD2 scanner, plugged in under the steering wheel and read on your phone, shows stored codes and whether all emissions readiness tests have run since the last reset.
Electric or hybrid equivalent
No direct electric or hybrid equivalent in our guides. Simulate combustion vs electric cost
Alternatives
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- Reliability
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- Fuel types
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- Reliability
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- Fuel types
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- Reliability
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Before you buy: check and equip
Check the history
Before paying, check the administrative status (lien, objection, declared claims) and the mileage recorded at the roadworthiness test.
Read fault codes
An OBD scanner plugged in under the steering wheel shows stored fault codes, even with warning lights off: useful during the test drive.
Parts and maintenance
Compare prices of parts for the McLaren 570S / 570GT / 540C / 600LT Sports Series P13 (timing, brakes, filters) to estimate the repairs to plan for.
Insure the car
Insurance prices vary widely from one model to another: get a quote before signing.
Frequently asked questions
Has the McLaren 570S been tested by Euro NCAP?
No: Parkers states that McLaren did not send a 570S to Euro NCAP, and Auto Express writes that it has not been and will not be tested.
What is the luggage capacity of the McLaren 570S?
150 litres at the front according to Asphalte and Caroom (144 litres according to Parkers). The 570GT adds a 220-litre glass-covered rear luggage compartment (Les Voitures).
Is the McLaren 570S reliable?
Auto Express considers the V8 engine fairly reliable but notes some electronics faults. Foreign Automotive mainly describes battery, multimedia and hydraulic faults, and a pre-purchase inspection remains necessary.
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