DecodedCars2018 McLaren Automotive 540C Coupe
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2018 models.
- Class
- Two Seaters
- Engines
- 3.8L 8-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 19 combined · 16 city / 23 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 7 similar 2018 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2018 McLaren Automotive 540C Coupe is a two seaters offered with a 3.8L 8-cyl turbo engine and rear-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 19 MPG combined (16 city / 23 highway), 3% worse than the 2018 two seaters average of 19.6 MPG, for an estimated $4,350 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 540C Coupe | 3.8L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic 7-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 23 / 19 | -3% | $4,350 | 481 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2018 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2018 McLaren Automotive 540C Coupe.
Similar 2018 two seaterss
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 McLaren Automotive 540C Coupe (this car) | 19 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2018 Ferrari 488 GTB | 18 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2018 Ferrari 488 Spider | 18 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2018 Lamborghini Huracan | 16 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2018 McLaren Automotive 570S Coupe | 19 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2018 McLaren Automotive 720S Coupe | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2018 McLaren Automotive 570GT | 19 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2018 McLaren Automotive 540C Coupe.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2018 McLaren Automotive 540C Coupe is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2018 McLaren Automotive 540C Coupe in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2018 McLaren Automotive 540C Coupe buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2018 McLaren Automotive 540C Coupe. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or McLaren Automotive. How we calculate this →