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McLaren MP4-12C (2011 - 2014): review, specs and buying guide![12C lead](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--3FlJZidX--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1709034450/evo/2024/2/12c%20evo%2025%20logo.jpg)
![12C lead](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--3FlJZidX--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1709034450/evo/2024/2/12c%20evo%2025%20logo.jpg)
McLaren MP4-12C (2011 - 2014): review, specs and buying guide
Not perfect, but stunningly capable and really, really fast; the MP4-12C didn’t connect emotionally, but moved the game on like few others, making it …
26 Feb 2024
Stranded in Morocco with a McLaren MP4-12C – evo archive![McLaren 12C](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--JRghrBd4--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1628605326/evo/2021/08/evo%20archive%20267%20McLaren%2012C.jpg)
![McLaren 12C](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--JRghrBd4--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1628605326/evo/2021/08/evo%20archive%20267%20McLaren%2012C.jpg)
Stranded in Morocco with a McLaren MP4-12C – evo archive
Police and customs weren’t to be trusted. Thankfully the MP4-12C was
10 Aug 2021
DMC McLaren 12C![McLaren 12C Velocita Wind Edition](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--JCLmH4gp--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556257274/evo/images/dir_1196/car_photo_598333.jpg)
![McLaren 12C Velocita Wind Edition](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--JCLmH4gp--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556257274/evo/images/dir_1196/car_photo_598333.jpg)
DMC McLaren 12C
Supercar tuning company DMC has unveiled a new styling kit for the McLaren 12C, called the Velocita Wind Edition. Details here
4 Sep 2014
McLaren 650S Sprint![McLaren 650S Sprint announced](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s---bbsupa2--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556257240/evo/images/dir_1195/car_photo_597691.jpg)
![McLaren 650S Sprint announced](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s---bbsupa2--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556257240/evo/images/dir_1195/car_photo_597691.jpg)
McLaren 650S Sprint
McLaren has announced a track-only 650S Sprint model, which will be unveiled at the Pebble Beach Concours. Prices, specs and pictures here
12 Aug 2014
McLaren P1 MSO revealed![McLaren P1 MSO](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--SEuQwbNu--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556257225/evo/images/dir_1194/car_photo_597418.jpg)
![McLaren P1 MSO](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--SEuQwbNu--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556257225/evo/images/dir_1194/car_photo_597418.jpg)
McLaren P1 MSO revealed
The McLaren P1 gets the McLaren Special Operations treatment. One-off hybrid hypercar here
5 Aug 2014
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McLaren F1 coming up for sale![McLaren F1 coming up for sale](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--fXG6T1wS--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556257208/evo/images/dir_1194/car_photo_597127.jpg)
![McLaren F1 coming up for sale](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--fXG6T1wS--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556257208/evo/images/dir_1194/car_photo_597127.jpg)
McLaren F1 coming up for sale
The only McLaren F1 to be painted in Marlboro White is being auctioned off this month. Details here
30 Jul 2014
McLaren 650S MSO confirmed![McLaren 650S MSO confirmed for production](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--_gBD-nCw--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556257150/evo/images/dir_1191/car_photo_595897.jpg)
![McLaren 650S MSO confirmed for production](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--_gBD-nCw--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556257150/evo/images/dir_1191/car_photo_595897.jpg)
McLaren 650S MSO confirmed
McLaren has confirmed that it will produce a limited number of the 650S by the McLaren Special Operations. Details here
26 Jun 2014
Ultimate Driving Destinations: Tizi n’Tichka pass![Tizi n’Tichka pass, Morocco: Ultimate driving destinations](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--4EJ0i0gI--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556257088/evo/images/dir_1188/car_photo_594397.jpg)
![Tizi n’Tichka pass, Morocco: Ultimate driving destinations](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--4EJ0i0gI--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556257088/evo/images/dir_1188/car_photo_594397.jpg)
Ultimate Driving Destinations: Tizi n’Tichka pass
We take a look at the Tizi n’Tichka pass, a fantastic road with true adventure potential in Morocco. Read the full story here
20 May 2014
Genty Akylone: 220mph French hypercar![Genty Akylone: 220mph French hypercar](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--uN9ikaXt--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556257078/evo/images/dir_1188/car_photo_594184.jpg)
![Genty Akylone: 220mph French hypercar](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--uN9ikaXt--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556257078/evo/images/dir_1188/car_photo_594184.jpg)
Genty Akylone: 220mph French hypercar
The Genty Akylone is the latest entrant in the hypercar market, a French supercar with a 220mph top speed. Watch out McLaren and Ferrari?
15 May 2014
MSO McLaren 650S![MSO McLaren 650S front end](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--zrNHbsZf--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556257043/evo/images/dir_1186/car_photo_593398.jpg)
![MSO McLaren 650S front end](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--zrNHbsZf--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556257043/evo/images/dir_1186/car_photo_593398.jpg)
MSO McLaren 650S
McLaren Special Operations apply their carbon craftsmanship to the new 650S supercar
28 Apr 2014
McLaren 12C: INSIDE evo video![New McLaren MP4-12C review](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--Yge3-Enz--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556262143/evo/images/dir_848/car_photo_424378.jpg)
![New McLaren MP4-12C review](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--Yge3-Enz--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556262143/evo/images/dir_848/car_photo_424378.jpg)
McLaren 12C: INSIDE evo video
In 2012, evo took a McLaren 12C on an epic road trip through Morocco. Here's a look back at a memorable journey
23 Apr 2014
McLaren 12C discontinued![McLaren 12C discontinued](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--lZPLOzxb--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556256988/evo/images/dir_1184/car_photo_592231.jpg)
![McLaren 12C discontinued](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--lZPLOzxb--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556256988/evo/images/dir_1184/car_photo_592231.jpg)
McLaren 12C discontinued
The McLaren 12C's production run comes to an end as the 650S takes over; free upgrades for existing owners
4 Apr 2014
TSC Nemesis hypercar revealed![Trion Nemesis hypercar revealed](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--e6agMg1r--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556256967/evo/images/dir_1183/car_photo_591883.jpg)
![Trion Nemesis hypercar revealed](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--e6agMg1r--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556256967/evo/images/dir_1183/car_photo_591883.jpg)
TSC Nemesis hypercar revealed
Trion Nemesis supercar promises 2000bhp and 270+mph top speed. Details and renderings here
31 Mar 2014
McLaren 650S Spider revealed![McLaren 650S Spider: Geneva 2014](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--_5pdyLcN--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556256907/evo/images/dir_1180/car_photo_590464.jpg)
![McLaren 650S Spider: Geneva 2014](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--_5pdyLcN--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556256907/evo/images/dir_1180/car_photo_590464.jpg)
McLaren 650S Spider revealed
The McLaren 650S Spider has been shown at the Geneva motor show. Pictures, specs and video here
4 Mar 2014
McLaren P1: technical analysis![McLaren P1: technical analysis](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--5Giot7Ts--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556256884/evo/images/dir_1179/car_photo_589999.jpg)
![McLaren P1: technical analysis](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--5Giot7Ts--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556256884/evo/images/dir_1179/car_photo_589999.jpg)
McLaren P1: technical analysis
Take a detailed look around the new McLaren P1's incredible aero package in this exclusive evo video
24 Feb 2014
McLaren 650S video![McLaren 650S: full details](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--copb-sjo--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556256876/evo/images/dir_1179/car_photo_589876.jpg)
![McLaren 650S: full details](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--copb-sjo--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556256876/evo/images/dir_1179/car_photo_589876.jpg)
McLaren 650S video
McLaren has shown the new 650S ahead of its official launch at the Geneva motor show. Pictures, specs and exclusive video here
17 Feb 2014
McLaren 650S![McLaren 650S teased ahead of Geneva](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--pjQqJmL4--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556256870/evo/images/dir_1179/car_photo_589618.jpg)
![McLaren 650S teased ahead of Geneva](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--pjQqJmL4--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556256870/evo/images/dir_1179/car_photo_589618.jpg)
McLaren 650S
McLaren has teased a new model, called the 650S, ahead of its Geneva show reveal. Details here
13 Feb 2014
Ron Dennis re-appointed McLaren’s CEO![Ron Dennis re-appointed McLaren’s CEO](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--en7JtBp---/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556256845/evo/images/dir_1177/car_photo_588898.jpg)
![Ron Dennis re-appointed McLaren’s CEO](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--en7JtBp---/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556256845/evo/images/dir_1177/car_photo_588898.jpg)
Ron Dennis re-appointed McLaren’s CEO
McLaren Chairman Ron Dennis promises 'change' as he returns to his role as Chief Executive Officer of the McLaren Group
17 Jan 2014
McLaren 12C MSO Concept![McLaren 12C MSO Concept doors up](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--e5iV9prC--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556227638/evo/images/dir_1174/car_photo_587275.jpg)
![McLaren 12C MSO Concept doors up](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--e5iV9prC--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556227638/evo/images/dir_1174/car_photo_587275.jpg)
McLaren 12C MSO Concept
The MSO 12C Concept shows off some of the bolder tweaks of the McLaren Special Operations personalisation range
9 Dec 2013
evo Issue 190![evo Magazine: Car of the Year 2013](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--E5160GU4--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556227560/evo/images/dir_1171/car_photo_585706.jpg)
![evo Magazine: Car of the Year 2013](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--E5160GU4--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556227560/evo/images/dir_1171/car_photo_585706.jpg)
evo Issue 190
McLaren P1 at the Nurburgring, evo Car of the Year 2013: Alfa vs Aston vs Ferrari vs Audi vs Porsche and more, Porsche 911 Club Sport, Caterham Seven …
5 Nov 2013
McLaren 12C video![McLaren 12C on track front](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--Nu1Yl0A6--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556227471/evo/images/dir_1167/car_photo_583732.jpg)
![McLaren 12C on track front](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--Nu1Yl0A6--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556227471/evo/images/dir_1167/car_photo_583732.jpg)
McLaren 12C video
Video reports on our McLaren 12C long-term test car. As fun as a Ferrari 458 Italia?
26 Oct 2013
evo Track Car of the Year 2013 video![BAC Mono, Aeriel Atom and Caterham 620R TCOTY](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--gRcpR_lh--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556227528/evo/images/dir_1169/car_photo_584950.jpg)
![BAC Mono, Aeriel Atom and Caterham 620R TCOTY](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--gRcpR_lh--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556227528/evo/images/dir_1169/car_photo_584950.jpg)
evo Track Car of the Year 2013 video
We decide just which of 2013's uncompromised breed deserves the title of evo Track Car of the Year.
24 Oct 2013
Hennessey McLaren 12C video![Hennessey McLaren 12C HPE700](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--gymtZdJ0--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556227449/evo/images/dir_1166/car_photo_583114.jpg)
![Hennessey McLaren 12C HPE700](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--gymtZdJ0--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556227449/evo/images/dir_1166/car_photo_583114.jpg)
Hennessey McLaren 12C video
Texas tuning company tunes the McLaren 12C to 704bhp and to a 2.8sec 0-60 time. Details and video here
16 Oct 2013
McLaren 12C GT Sprint price![McLaren 12C GT Sprint edition orange](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--Ozsw0shW--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556227261/evo/images/dir_1156/car_photo_578059.jpg)
![McLaren 12C GT Sprint edition orange](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--Ozsw0shW--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556227261/evo/images/dir_1156/car_photo_578059.jpg)
McLaren 12C GT Sprint price
More details as the McLaren 12C GT Sprint, a track only supercar, is priced
1 Oct 2013
McLaren F1s at Goodwood![McLaren GTR](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--UKS3lJ-w--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556227164/evo/images/dir_1151/car_photo_575929.jpg)
![McLaren GTR](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--UKS3lJ-w--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556227164/evo/images/dir_1151/car_photo_575929.jpg)
McLaren F1s at Goodwood
McLaren celebrates 50 years at Goodwood while The P1 makes its moving debut
19 Jun 2013
Forza Motorsport 5 trailer![Forza Motorsport 5 screenshot McLaren P1 F1](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--B8VzZ6t6--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556227045/evo/images/dir_1146/car_photo_573337.jpg)
![Forza Motorsport 5 screenshot McLaren P1 F1](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--B8VzZ6t6--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556227045/evo/images/dir_1146/car_photo_573337.jpg)
Forza Motorsport 5 trailer
Forza Motorsport 5 - a launch title on the new Xbox One console - will rival Gran Turismo 6 on the PS3
22 May 2013
Gemballa McLaren 12C Spider![Gemballa GT Spider: tuned McLaren 12C rear](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--TjEzCE6c--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556227011/evo/images/dir_1145/car_photo_572593.jpg)
![Gemballa GT Spider: tuned McLaren 12C rear](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--TjEzCE6c--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556227011/evo/images/dir_1145/car_photo_572593.jpg)
Gemballa McLaren 12C Spider
The McLaren 12 Spider becomes the Gemballa GT via a striking carbonfibre bodykit
16 May 2013
Honda's F1 return![McLaren-Honda Formula 1 car](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--JjDegHhm--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556227008/evo/images/dir_1145/car_photo_572527.jpg)
![McLaren-Honda Formula 1 car](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--JjDegHhm--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556227008/evo/images/dir_1145/car_photo_572527.jpg)
Honda's F1 return
Honda returns to Formula 1, rekindling its relationship with McLaren made famous by Senna and Prost
16 May 2013
McLaren P1 ice driving video![McLaren P1 ice driving video slide](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--Tn97SZuw--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556226936/evo/images/dir_1140/car_photo_570418.jpg)
![McLaren P1 ice driving video slide](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--Tn97SZuw--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556226936/evo/images/dir_1140/car_photo_570418.jpg)
McLaren P1 ice driving video
The McLaren P1 enters the closing stages of testing with some stylish slithering about on the snow
30 Apr 2013
McLaren P1 to appear at Goodwood![McLaren P1 to appear at Goodwood](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--gK3a0-Io--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556226801/evo/images/dir_1134/car_photo_567415.jpg)
![McLaren P1 to appear at Goodwood](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--gK3a0-Io--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556226801/evo/images/dir_1134/car_photo_567415.jpg)
McLaren P1 to appear at Goodwood
McLaren has announced that it will be taking the new production-ready P1 to the Goodwood Festival of Speed for its first on-track showing
5 Apr 2013
McLaren MP4-12C on ice![McLaren MP4-12C Spider orange on snow](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--tFLApDXt--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556226725/evo/images/dir_1131/car_photo_565828.jpg)
![McLaren MP4-12C Spider orange on snow](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--tFLApDXt--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556226725/evo/images/dir_1131/car_photo_565828.jpg)
McLaren MP4-12C on ice
The McLaren MP4-12C performs on the snow in a new ice-driving course. Pictures and details here
20 Mar 2013
2013 Geneva show: tuner car pictures![FAB McLaren Spider](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--GJJlzBIw--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556226668/evo/images/dir_1129/car_photo_564613.jpg)
![FAB McLaren Spider](https://media.evo.co.uk/image/private/s--GJJlzBIw--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1556226668/evo/images/dir_1129/car_photo_564613.jpg)
2013 Geneva show: tuner car pictures
The Geneva motor show is the ideal place to see the bolder designs from Europe's tuning houses. Highlights in pictures here
6 Mar 2013