McLaren 570S 2020 Review

The 2020 McLaren 570S is the British automaker's entry-level model, if you can call anything with a powerful, mid-mounted twin-turbocharged V8 entry-level. Part of McLaren's Sport Series lineup, the 570S aims to combine an exotic, supercar design with everyday drivability and comfort.

Open one of the upward-swinging doors and you'll be greeted by a sleek, driver-focused cabin that's surprisingly comfortable and roomy. There's even a decent amount of storage considering the car's compact dimensions. Sure, the infotainment system is dated and some of the controls, such as those for the seat adjustments and climate settings, can be confounding. But grip the well-shaped steering wheel, nail the throttle and crack off shifts with the carbon-fiber shift paddles, and you'll forget all about those quibbles.

The 570S has few rivals that offer a similar combination of performance and comfort. Those include the Audi R8, Mercedes-Benz AMG GT and Porsche 911 Turbo. Each offers its own level of charm and mix of performance and comfort. Alternately, if you like the feel of the 570S but want something a bit more hardcore, consider McLaren's more track-focused 600LT.

Which 570S does MatoCar recommend?

The 2020 McLaren 570S is available in a single trim level. Instead of grouping features by trim, McLaren allows you to choose a lot of features as stand-alone options, with a few exceptions mentioned below. All models are powered by a mid-mounted 3.8-liter turbocharged V8 (562 horsepower, 443 pound-feet of torque). It sends power to the rear wheels through a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.

570S Standard features include:

• Carbon-ceramic brakes that offer better performance during spirited driving
• Summer tires for improved traction
• Adaptive dampers
• LED headlights and tail lights
• Leather seating with manual adjustment
• Dual-zone climate control
• A 7-inch touchscreen
• A four-speaker audio system
• Adjustable drive modes with launch control

Individual options on the 570S include:

• Sport exhaust system
• Cast-iron brakes
• Soft-close doors
• Power-adjustable heated seats
• Lightweight carbon-fiber seats
• A 12-speaker Bowers & Wilkins audio system
• A vehicle lift that raises the nose to clear driveways and speed bumps
• A lithium-ion battery charger
• A fire extinguisher

McLaren also offers a few features bundled into packages. Highlights include:

Luxury package Adds some interior extras such as:

• Power-adjustable sport seats
• A power-adjustable steering wheel
• A Bowers & Wilkins audio system
• Soft-close doors

Track package Enhances the 570S' performance and looks with:

• Lightweight forged alloy wheels
• McLaren Track Telemetry system with lap timer and other performance functions
• Sport exhaust system
• Carbon-fiber seats
• An Alcantara-wrapped steering wheel
• Carbon-fiber interior trim
• A black-painted roof