McLaren 765LT and 765LT Spider: specs, production and recalls

By CarWhere Research · Updated

The McLaren 765LT is a limited-production supercar capped at 765 coupes, followed by 765 Spiders. Its 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 makes 765PS (755bhp) and 800Nm; McLaren quotes a 1,229 kg minimum dry weight for the coupe, 0–200 km/h in 7.0 seconds and a 9.9-second quarter mile.

Years
2021–2022 (US model years)
Body
2-door coupe and retractable-hardtop Spider
Production
765 — McLaren limited the coupe to 765 individually numbered cars and the Spider to 765 cars for customer order worldwide (stated separately for each body style).[1][2]

McLaren 765LT specs

McLaren 765LT output and performance as published by McLaren
VariantEnginePowerTorque0–100 km/hTop speedWeightSource
765LT Coupe4.0-litre twin-turbo V8755765 PS (755 bhp) — McLaren figure; same engine output for coupe and Spider———1,229 kg minimum dry[1][2]
765LT Spider7-speed Sequential Shift Gearbox4.0-litre twin-turbo V8755765 PS (755 bhp) — McLaren figure—2.8 sec205 mph1,388 kg DIN[2]

Figures are McLaren's published numbers; acceleration is shown only in the form McLaren published it. "—" means no official figure was found.

McLaren 765LT fuel economy

McLaren 765LT EPA fuel economy estimates (mpg)
Model yearVariantCityHighwayCombinedSource
2021765LT Coupe (AM-S7, 4.0L turbo V8)141816[3]
2022765LT Spider (AM-S7, 4.0L turbo V8)141816[4]

McLaren 765LT generations and years

McLaren 765LT generations, years and key changes
GenerationYearsNotes
765LT Coupe2020–2021Customer production began September 2020 against a sold-out 2020 order bank.[1]
765LT Spider2021–2022Revealed July 2021 as McLaren’s most powerful convertible; 2021 production was already sold.[2]

765LT Spider

McLaren calls the 765LT Spider its most powerful convertible. It uses the same 765PS, 800Nm engine with a 7-speed Sequential Shift Gearbox, and McLaren quotes 0–100 km/h in 2.8 seconds, 0–200 km/h in 7.2 seconds and 330 km/h (205 mph), at a 1,388 kg DIN weight.[2]

What to check before buying a used 765LT

For a used 765LT, the key NHTSA item is the 2024 rear cabin window campaign on 2021 coupes, where fasteners are added because the window bonding may be insufficient. Beyond that, confirm annual McLaren servicing and whether the car still qualifies for extended warranty cover.

  • Rear window recall 24V901

    Covers certain 2021 765LT Coupes; confirm the retailer installed fasteners at each corner of the polycarbonate rear window.[5]

  • Build number

    Each body style was capped at 765 cars; the coupe was individually numbered.[1][2]

  • Annual service history

    McLaren’s scheduled service interval is one year or 10,000 miles (15,000 km), whichever comes first; a stamped retailer history should show a visit at least once a year.[6]

  • Warranty and extended cover

    McLaren’s published terms (as stated for the 750S in 2023) give a three-year, unlimited-mileage new-car warranty, and the optional McLaren Extended Warranty is sold in 12- or 24-month periods until a car is 15 years old — so check whether the car is still eligible.[6]

McLaren 765LT recalls

NHTSA safety recall campaigns that cover the McLaren 765LT
CampaignReportedSubjectScopeUnits
24V901000November 28, 2024Rear Window May DetachThe rear cabin window may have insufficient adhesive bonding, which can allow the window to detach from the support frame.2021 McLaren 765LT Coupe163

From the U.S. DOT open-data recall dataset (NHTSA). Units are the vehicles the manufacturer reported as potentially affected, which can span several models. Recall repairs are free at an authorized dealer.

See how a specific McLaren 765LT was built at the factory.

See what a specific McLaren VIN was factory-built with. The CarWhere McLaren build sheet reconstructs factory colors, options and packages from licensed VIN-level build data — availability is checked free, and it is $9.99 only when detailed build data is found for that VIN.

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Frequently asked questions

How many McLaren 765LTs were made?

McLaren limited the coupe to 765 cars and separately limited the Spider to 765 cars.

How much horsepower does the McLaren 765LT have?

765PS (755bhp) and 800Nm from a 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8, per McLaren.

What is the 765LT Spider top speed?

McLaren quotes 330 km/h (205 mph) for the Spider, with 0–100 km/h in 2.8 seconds.

Has the McLaren 765LT been recalled?

Yes. NHTSA campaign 24V901 covers certain 2021 765LT Coupes whose rear cabin window may detach; retailers add fasteners free of charge.

What fuel economy does the 765LT get?

The EPA rates the 2021 coupe and 2022 Spider at 14 mpg city, 18 highway and 16 combined.

Sources

Specifications, prices and production figures are as published by McLaren; recalls are from the U.S. DOT/NHTSA recall dataset and fuel economy from the EPA. CarWhere does not publish auction or market values for these cars.

  1. Performance figures for new McLaren 765LT confirmed as customer car production commences (Sep 23, 2020) — McLaren Automotive press release (republished by Automotive World) (secondary reference)
  2. The McLaren 765LT Spider (Jul 27, 2021) — McLaren Automotive press release (republished by Automotive World) (secondary reference)
  3. EPA fuel economy: 2021 McLaren 765LT Coupe (Auto (AM-S7), 8 cyl, 4.0 L, Turbo) — U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  4. EPA fuel economy: 2022 McLaren 765LT Spider (Auto (AM-S7), 8 cyl, 4.0 L, Turbo) — U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  5. NHTSA recalls dataset (DOT open data 6axg-epim), McLaren campaigns — U.S. DOT / NHTSA
  6. The new McLaren 750S: peak supercar performance, pure exhilaration (Apr 26, 2023) — McLaren Automotive press release (republished by Automotive World) (secondary reference)
  7. Recalls Data (NHTSA recall campaigns) — U.S. Department of Transportation open data

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