2022 McLaren GT — Full Specifications
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The 2022 McLaren GT is a coupe powered by a 4L 8-cyl turbo premium gasoline engine. It returns around 22 mpg (UK) / 18 mpg (US EPA) combined. Owners often keep a McLaren GT workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Compared with the 2021 McLaren GT: Fuel economy is essentially unchanged at around 22 mpg (UK) combined. The engine line-up listed by EPA is unchanged.
Full Specifications
| Engine | 4L 8-cyl turbo |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic (AM-S7) |
| Fuel Type | Premium Gasoline |
| Powertrain | Conventional |
| Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | Coupe |
| Fuel Economy (UK) | 22 combined / 18 urban / 26 extra-urban mpg |
| Fuel Economy (US EPA) | 18 combined / 15 city / 22 highway mpg |
| CO₂ Emissions | 313 g/km |
| EPA Greenhouse Gas Score | 3 / 10 (10 = lowest emissions) |
| EPA Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $4,550 (15,000 mi/yr, US prices) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 1 configuration for the 2022 McLaren GT, all with the 4L 8-cyl turbo engine. The headline figures at the top of this page describe the most fuel-efficient configuration.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG (UK) | MPG (US) | CO₂ g/km | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 22 | 18 (15/22) | 313 | $4,550 |
MPG (US) shows combined, with city/highway in brackets. Highlighted row = the configuration used for the headline figures. Source: US EPA fueleconomy.gov.
Owner Essentials for the 2022 McLaren GT
Running Costs: 2022 McLaren GT
Covering around 8,000 miles a year in a 2022 McLaren GT at 22 mpg combined, expect roughly 1,653 litres of fuel annually — multiply by your local price per litre for a cost estimate. For US owners, the EPA estimates about $4,550 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration (15,000 miles, national average prices). Work out exact fuel costs with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2022 McLaren GT Safety Ratings (NHTSA)
No NHTSA crash-test rating is on record for this model year. The NHTSA rates only a subset of vehicles each year; you can browse every rated vehicle on our NHTSA Safety Ratings hub.
How It Compares
How does the McLaren GT compare to similar coupes? For context, coupes in our database average around 25 mpg (UK) combined — this model's 22 mpg figure is 3 mpg below that average. Its 313 g/km CO₂ figure is 35 g/km higher than the 278 g/km average for coupes on this site. This comparison is based on 1072 coupes in our dataset.
At 22 mpg (UK) combined it sits close to the 22 mpg average for McLaren models in our database.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2022 McLaren GT have?
It's fitted with a 4L 8-cyl turbo premium gasoline engine, paired with a automatic (am-s7) transmission.
What is the fuel economy of the 2022 McLaren GT?
The most efficient configuration returns around 22 mpg (UK) combined, or 18 mpg on the US EPA cycle.
How much does the 2022 McLaren GT cost to fuel per year?
The US EPA estimates about $4,550 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration, based on 15,000 miles of mixed driving and national average fuel prices. Your own cost will depend on mileage and local prices.
Is the McLaren GT's fuel economy good for a coupe?
It returns around 22 mpg (UK) combined, against a same-body-style average of roughly 25 mpg among the coupes we track.