Porsche 718 vs McLaren 540C Comparison

    Porsche 718

    McLaren 540C

    2024 Porsche
    718
    vs
    2024 McLaren
    540C

    How they stack...

    CarExpert Score
    CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the sports category, between scores of 7 and 9.
    0.0
    8.4
    NA
    0.0
    Based on the Porsche 718 CAYMAN STYLE EDITION
    Based on the McLaren 540C
    Best suitable for...
    LuxuryLuxury
    FunFun
    City drivingCity driving
    Fuel Efficiency
    64L
    448 to 826 km
    72L
    770 km
    Warranty
    3 year
    warranty
    3 year
    warranty
    MSRP
    $132,500 - $335,300
    $350,000
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    CarExpert's Take

    Anthony Crawford
    Senior Road Tester
    Anthony Crawford drove this car and these were their findings:
    Hits
    • The benchmark entry-level sports car
    • Turns more heads than a base 911
    • Next-gen is electric, so it's a collectable
    Misses
    • Exhaust note is still uninspiring at 5000rpm
    • Storage space in the cabin is tight
    • Infotainment hardware is almost a decade old
    NA

    Standard Features

    Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
    Wireless phone charger
    Powered tailgate
    Rear air vents
    Adaptive cruise control
    Climate control
    Reversing sensors
    Reversing camera
    Autonomous emergency braking

    Optional Features

    • Climate Control Panel - Leather (+$1,120)
    • Carbon Floor Mats - Leather Edging (+$1,370)
    • Coloured Instrument Dials (+$920)
    • Carbon Onboard Folder (+$1,500)
    • Coloured Seat Belts (+$520)
    • Alcantara Steering Wheel (+$1,360)
    • Alloy Wheels Special (+$7,180)
    • Alloy Wheels - Premium (+$9,500)
    • Car Cover Set (+$1,220)
    • Carbon-Ceramic Brakes (+$19,880)

    Specs

    Type
    TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, MULTI POINT F/INJ, DIRECT FUEL INJTWIN TURBO MPFI
    Size (cc)
    1988 - 39963799
    Size (L)
    2.5L, 2.0L, 4.0L3.8L
    Induction
    TURBO 4, FLAT 6V8
    Camshaft
    VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAMDUAL OVERHEAD CAM
    Valves/Ports per Cylinder
    16 - 2432
    Power
    220kW - 368kW397kW
    Power RPM
    6500 - 84007500
    Torque
    380Nm - 450Nm540Nm
    Torque RPM
    2100 - 67503500
    Bore Stroke
    --
    Compression Ratio
    9.5 - 13-

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