Compare performance (700 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (213,000 £ vs 20,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – McLaren Supercar Series Coupe or Audi A1?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Audi A1 is significantly cheaper – starting at 20,000 £ , while the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe costs 213,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 193,029 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe uses 4.6 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the Audi A1 with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe offers clearly more power – delivering 700 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 493 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the Audi A1 takes 6.5 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe delivers clearly more torque with 720 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 400 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Audi A1 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Audi A1 is noticeably lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 1,498 kg. The difference is around 323 kg.
The Audi A1 is decisively ahead 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.
The McLaren Supercar Series Coupe arrives like a scalpel with a spoiler, pairing race-bred theatrics with a civility that makes it livable on the street while still thrilling on a back road. If you crave exotic looks, dramatic doors and a cabin that rewards attentive driving, this coupe serves up pure performance with just enough comfort to keep your mates impressed and slightly terrified.
detailsThe Audi A1 is a compact premium hatch that wraps Audi's polished design and surprisingly grown-up cabin into a city-friendly package. It’s poised and fun to drive, a smart pick for buyers who want luxury flair without the fuss of a bigger car — and it makes tight parking feel almost enjoyable.
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Price
213,000 £
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Price
20,000 - 28,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.4 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
33 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
104 g/km
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co2
118 - 146 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Coupe
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
2
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,498 kg
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Curb weight
1,175 - 1,365 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
335 L
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Length
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Length
-
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Width
1,913 mm
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Width
1,740 - 1,756 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
-
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Payload
410 - 470 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
700 HP
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Power HP
95 - 207 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 11.5 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
720 Nm
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Torque
175 - 320 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
515 kW
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Power kW
70 - 152 kW
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Engine capacity
2,993 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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Brand
McLaren
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Brand
Audi
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