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McLaren Supercar Series Roadster vs Aiways U5 comparison

Compare performance (700 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (234,000 £ vs 33,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – McLaren Supercar Series Roadster or Aiways U5?

McLaren Supercar Series Roadster vs Aiways U5: Key differences

McLaren Supercar Series Roadster

  • significantly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
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Aiways U5

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Supercar Series Roadster

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.

Aiways U5 is considerably cheaper – starting at 33,900 £ , while the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster costs 234,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 200,085 £.

As for electric range, the Aiways U5 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 410 km, about 377 km more than the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster.

U5

Engine and Performance:

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 Roadster offers significantly more power – delivering 700 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 496 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the Aiways U5 takes 7.5 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster delivers clearly more torque with 720 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 410 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Aiways U5 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, McLaren Supercar Series Roadster is moderately lighter – 1,560 kg compared to 1,720 kg. The difference is around 160 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Aiways U5 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.

from £33,900
U5

Aiways U5

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.6 - 17 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 400 - 410 km
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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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Aiways U5

The U5 stands out in the electric vehicle market with its stylish design and spacious interior, making it an attractive option for families and urban drivers alike. Its smooth performance and impressive range cater to the modern consumer's need for practicality without sacrificing comfort. With a focus on sustainability and innovation, the U5 is poised to make a significant impact on the future of eco-friendly transportation.

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4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Tore
1 Mar 2026, 23:09:03

Top car — 3.5 YEARS and 95,000 km and I haven't regretted it! Also, it only cost €33,000 in 2022 with the subsidy, and the ID.4 was totally bare‑bones.

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McLaren Supercar Series Roadster
Aiways U5

Costs and Consumption
Price
234,000 £
Price
33,900 - 39,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17 kWh/100km
Electric Range
33 km
Electric Range
400 - 410 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
108 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,560 kg
Curb weight
1,720 - 1,770 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
432 L
Length
-
Length
4,680 mm
Width
1,913 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
-
Height
1,700 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,555 L
Payload
-
Payload
385 - 435 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
700 HP
Power HP
204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
720 Nm
Torque
310 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
515 kW
Power kW
150 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
McLaren
Brand
Aiways
What drive types are available for the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive.

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