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VW Polo vs McLaren Super Series Roadster comparison

Compare performance (207 HP vs 750 HP), boot space and price (17,300 £ vs 274,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Polo or McLaren Super Series Roadster?

VW Polo vs McLaren Super Series Roadster: Key differences

VW Polo

4.2 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • markedly lighter
  • considerably more trunk space
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McLaren Super Series Roadster

  • substantially more power
  • considerably 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

Polo

Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW Polo is substantially cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the McLaren Super Series Roadster costs 274,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 257,027 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Polo uses 5.1 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the McLaren Super Series Roadster with 12.2 L/100km. The difference is about 7.1 L/100km.

Super Series 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 McLaren Super Series Roadster offers substantially more power – delivering 750 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 543 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren Super Series Roadster is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the VW Polo takes 6.5 s. That’s about 3.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the McLaren Super Series Roadster delivers significantly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 480 Nm more.

Polo

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: VW Polo offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, VW Polo is markedly lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 1,438 kg. The difference is around 295 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Polo offers considerably more boot space – 351 L compared to 58 L. That’s a difference of about 293 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Polo 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 £17,300
Polo

VW Polo

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 80 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
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VW Polo

The Polo is a well-built, comfortable hatchback that blends a refined cabin and composed manners into a compact package. It's easy to live with day to day, offering sensible space, tidy controls and reassuring quality that make it a practical choice for city or longer trips.

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Reviews VW Polo

4.2 (4 Reviews)
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Michel
13 Jun 2026, 15:24:46

Nice, spacious car with many options available (panoramic roof and travel assist).

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Costs and Consumption
Price
17,300 - 30,800 £
Price
274,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
12.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
116 - 148 g/km
co2
276 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,143 - 1,378 kg
Curb weight
1,438 kg
Trunk capacity
351 L
Trunk capacity
58 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,751 mm
Width
2,161 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
432 - 457 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
80 - 207 HP
Power HP
750 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
93 - 320 Nm
Torque
800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
59 - 152 kW
Power kW
552 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
3,994 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
VW
Brand
McLaren
What drive types are available for the VW Polo?

The VW Polo is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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