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Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Convertible vs McLaren Supercar Series Roadster comparison

Compare performance (770 HP vs 700 HP), boot space and price (328,300 £ vs 234,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Convertible or McLaren Supercar Series Roadster?

Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Convertible vs McLaren Supercar Series Roadster: Key differences

Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Convertible

  • only slightly more power
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McLaren Supercar Series Roadster

  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

DBS Superleggera Convertible

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

McLaren Supercar Series Roadster is substantially cheaper – starting at 234,000 £ , while the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Convertible costs 328,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 94,285 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster uses 4.8 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Convertible with 13.5 L/100km. The difference is about 8.7 L/100km.

Supercar Series Roadster

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Convertible offers only slightly more power – delivering 770 HP compared to 700 HP. That’s roughly 70 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Convertible takes 3.6 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Convertible delivers slightly more torque with 900 Nm compared to 720 Nm. That’s about 180 Nm more.

DBS Superleggera Convertible

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Convertible offers more seats – 4 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, McLaren Supercar Series Roadster is noticeably lighter – 1,560 kg compared to 1,945 kg. The difference is around 385 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The McLaren Supercar Series Roadster is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

£234,000
Supercar Series Roadster

McLaren Supercar Series Roadster

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 700 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 33 km
Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Convertible
McLaren Supercar Series Roadster

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Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Convertible

The Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Volante is a roof‑down super GT that turns everyday drives into cinematic moments, its low‑slung stance and wide shoulders demanding attention wherever it goes. Beneath that elegant skin it feels ferocious and composed in equal measure, perfect for buyers who want exotic drama without giving up grand tourer comfort.

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McLaren Supercar Series Roadster

The McLaren Supercar Series Roadster is an open-top masterpiece that turns every drive into a headline, pairing theatrical design with razor-sharp handling so you’ll arrive with a grin and more attention than you bargained for. It feels as much like a race-bred tool as a luxury toy — uncompromising, impeccably made, and utterly addictive for anyone who treats a road as more than just a route.

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Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Convertible
McLaren Supercar Series Roadster

Costs and Consumption

Price
328,300 £
Price
234,000 £
Consumption L/100km
13.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
33 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
314 g/km
co2
108 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
75 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
4
Seats
2
Doors
2
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,945 kg
Curb weight
1,560 kg
Trunk capacity
260 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,715 mm
Length
-
Width
1,970 mm
Width
1,913 mm
Height
1,295 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
420 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
770 HP
Power HP
700 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 s
Max Speed
340 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
900 Nm
Torque
720 Nm
Number of Cylinders
12
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
566 kW
Power kW
515 kW
Engine capacity
5,204 cm3
Engine capacity
2,993 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Aston Martin
Brand
McLaren
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