Compare performance (700 HP vs 122 HP), boot space and price (234,000 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – McLaren Supercar Series Roadster or Ford Transit Connect?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Ford Transit Connect is substantially cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster costs 234,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 203,196 £.
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 McLaren Supercar Series Roadster offers considerably more power – delivering 700 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 578 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 Ford Transit Connect takes 11.4 s. That’s about 8.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster 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.
Both vehicles offer seating for 2 people.
In terms of curb weight, McLaren Supercar Series Roadster is only slightly lighter – 1,560 kg compared to 1,575 kg. The difference is around 15 kg.
The Ford Transit Connect is clearly superior 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.
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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The Ford Transit Connect is the go-to compact workhorse for urban professionals who need cargo space without driving a full-size van. It balances practicality and everyday manners with clever storage ideas and a surprisingly comfortable ride, making it a sensible choice for small businesses and families who value function over flair.
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Price
234,000 £
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Price
30,800 - 35,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.8 L/100km
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Consumption 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
108 g/km
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co2
-
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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
Roadster
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
2
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Seats
2
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,560 kg
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Curb weight
1,575 - 1,620 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,913 mm
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Width
1,855 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
775 - 780 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
700 HP
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Power HP
122 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 11.8 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
320 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
515 kW
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Power kW
90 kW
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Engine capacity
2,993 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,968 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
-
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Brand
McLaren
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Brand
Ford
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