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McLaren Supercar Series Roadster vs Porsche Boxster comparison

Compare performance (700 HP vs 500 HP), boot space and price (234,000 £ vs 136,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – McLaren Supercar Series Roadster or Porsche Boxster?

McLaren Supercar Series Roadster vs Porsche Boxster: Key differences

McLaren Supercar Series Roadster

  • markedly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
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Porsche Boxster

  • substantially cheaper
  • very slightly lighter
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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.

Porsche Boxster is substantially cheaper – starting at 136,000 £ , while the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster costs 234,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 97,972 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster uses 4.8 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Porsche Boxster with 12.7 L/100km. The difference is about 7.9 L/100km.

Boxster

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster offers markedly more power – delivering 700 HP compared to 500 HP. That’s roughly 200 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the Porsche Boxster takes 3.4 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster delivers visibly more torque with 720 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 270 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, Porsche Boxster is very slightly lighter – 1,485 kg compared to 1,560 kg. The difference is around 75 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The McLaren Supercar Series Roadster 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.

£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
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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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Porsche Boxster

The Porsche Boxster epitomizes the essence of a pure, open-top driving experience with its mid-engine roadster design. Known for its agile handling and dynamic performance, the Boxster seamlessly blends luxury with thrilling precision on the road. Its unmistakable styling and superior engineering continue to captivate automotive enthusiasts who crave a visceral connection to the art of driving.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
234,000 £
Price
136,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
12.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
33 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
108 g/km
co2
288 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
2
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,560 kg
Curb weight
1,485 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
122 L
Length
-
Length
4,418 mm
Width
1,913 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
-
Height
1,252 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
-
Payload
270 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
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
500 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
308 km/h
Torque
720 Nm
Torque
450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
515 kW
Power kW
368 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 cm3
Engine capacity
3,996 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
McLaren
Brand
Porsche
What drive types are available for the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive.

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