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McLaren Supercar Series Coupe vs Ferrari 296 Roadster comparison

Compare performance (700 HP vs 880 HP), boot space and price (213,000 £ vs 396,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – McLaren Supercar Series Coupe or Ferrari 296 Roadster?

McLaren Supercar Series Coupe vs Ferrari 296 Roadster: Key differences

McLaren Supercar Series Coupe

  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • substantially more electric range
  • slightly lighter
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Ferrari 296 Roadster

  • visibly more power
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

296 Roadster

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

McLaren Supercar Series Coupe is substantially cheaper – starting at 213,000 £ , while the Ferrari 296 Roadster costs 396,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 183,000 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe uses 4.6 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Ferrari 296 Roadster with 8.9 L/100km. The difference is about 4.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe offers substantially more range – reaching up to 33 km, about 18 km more than the Ferrari 296 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 Ferrari 296 Roadster offers visibly more power – delivering 880 HP compared to 700 HP. That’s roughly 180 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ferrari 296 Roadster is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe takes 3 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ferrari 296 Roadster delivers barely more torque with 755 Nm compared to 720 Nm. That’s about 35 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 2 people.

In terms of curb weight, McLaren Supercar Series Coupe is slightly lighter – 1,498 kg compared to 1,760 kg. The difference is around 262 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The McLaren Supercar Series Coupe 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.

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McLaren Supercar Series Coupe

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 700 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 33 km
McLaren Supercar Series Coupe
Ferrari 296 Roadster

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McLaren Supercar Series Coupe

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.

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Ferrari 296 Roadster

The Ferrari 296 GTS marries dramatic mid‑engine styling with razor‑sharp handling and a soundtrack that insists you drive it like you stole it. With the roof down it becomes an intoxicating open‑top thoroughbred that somehow also manages to be surprisingly usable day to day — a gorgeous, grin‑inducing reminder of why people fall for Ferraris.

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McLaren Supercar Series Coupe
Ferrari 296 Roadster

Costs and Consumption

Price
213,000 £
Price
396,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
33 km
Electric Range
15 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
104 g/km
co2
218 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
2
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,498 kg
Curb weight
1,760 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,913 mm
Width
1,958 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
-
Payload
220 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
700 HP
Power HP
880 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
720 Nm
Torque
755 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
515 kW
Power kW
648 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 cm3
Engine capacity
2,992 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
McLaren
Brand
Ferrari
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