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McLaren Supercar Series Roadster vs Tesla Model S comparison

Compare performance (700 HP vs 1,020 HP), boot space and price (234,000 £ vs 94,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – McLaren Supercar Series Roadster or Tesla Model S?

McLaren Supercar Series Roadster vs Tesla Model S: Key differences

McLaren Supercar Series Roadster

  • clearly lighter
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Tesla Model S

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  • significantly cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Tesla Model S is significantly cheaper – starting at 94,300 £ , while the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster costs 234,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 139,723 £.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model S offers significantly more range – reaching up to 744 km, about 711 km more than the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster.

Model S

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 Tesla Model S offers noticeably more power – delivering 1,020 HP compared to 700 HP. That’s roughly 320 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model S is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.1 s, while the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster takes 3 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Tesla Model S offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, McLaren Supercar Series Roadster is clearly lighter – 1,560 kg compared to 2,092 kg. The difference is around 532 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model S 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.

from £94,300
Model S

Tesla Model S

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 670 - 1,020 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.8 - 18 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 611 - 744 km
McLaren Supercar Series Roadster
Tesla Model S

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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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Tesla Model S

The Tesla Model S glides like a luxury sedan from the future, delivering instant shove and serene highway composure that make it feel equally at home on a rush-hour commute or a long-distance cruise. Inside, its minimalist cabin and gadget-forward interface turn every drive into a tech demo, making it as much a statement piece as a practical choice — and one that still manages to feel a little bit magical.

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McLaren Supercar Series Roadster
Tesla Model S

Costs and Consumption

Price
234,000 £
Price
94,300 - 102,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18 kWh/100km
Electric Range
33 km
Electric Range
611 - 744 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
108 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,560 kg
Curb weight
2,092 - 2,197 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
799 L
Length
-
Length
5,021 mm
Width
1,913 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
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Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,828 L
Payload
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Payload
432 - 442 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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
700 HP
Power HP
670 - 1,020 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.1 - 3.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
240 - 322 km/h
Torque
720 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
515 kW
Power kW
493 - 750 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
McLaren
Brand
Tesla
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