DecodedCars2015 McLaren Automotive 650S Spider
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2015 models.
- Class
- Two Seaters
- Engines
- 3.8L 8-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 18 combined · 16 city / 22 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 18 MPG combined, 13% below the 2015 two seaters average of 20.8 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 6 similar 2015 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2015 McLaren Automotive 650S Spider is a two seaters offered with a 3.8L 8-cyl turbo engine and rear-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 18 MPG combined (16 city / 22 highway), 13% worse than the 2015 two seaters average of 20.8 MPG, for an estimated $4,550 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 650S Spider | 3.8L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic 7-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 22 / 18 | -13% | $4,550 | 499 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2015 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2015 McLaren Automotive 650S Spider.
Similar 2015 two seaterss
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 McLaren Automotive 650S Spider (this car) | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2015 Ferrari 458 Italia | 15 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2015 Ferrari 458 Spider | 15 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2015 Ferrari 458 Speciale | 15 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2015 Lamborghini Huracan | 16 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2015 McLaren Automotive P1 | 17 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2015 McLaren Automotive 650S Coupe | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2015 McLaren Automotive 650S Spider.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2015 McLaren Automotive 650S Spider is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2015 McLaren Automotive 650S Spider in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2015 McLaren Automotive 650S Spider 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 2015 McLaren Automotive 650S Spider. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other 650S Spider years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 650S Spider | 18 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or McLaren Automotive. How we calculate this →