McLaren Senna: specs, production and recalls

By CarWhere Research · Updated

The McLaren Senna is a road-legal, track-focused Ultimate Series car limited to 500 customer cars. Its 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 makes 800PS (789bhp) and 800Nm (590 lb ft), and McLaren quotes 0–100 km/h in 2.8 seconds and a 1,198 kg dry weight. US model years are 2018–2019.

Years
2018–2019
Body
2-door coupe (dihedral doors)
Production
500 — McLaren said "just 500 customer cars" would be built when the Senna entered production in 2018.[3]

McLaren Senna specs

McLaren Senna output and performance as published by McLaren
VariantEnginePowerTorque0–100 km/hTop speedWeightSource
Senna4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8789800 PS (789 bhp) — McLaren figure590 lb-ft2.8 sec208 mph1,198 kg dry[1][2]

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

McLaren Senna fuel economy

McLaren Senna EPA fuel economy estimates (mpg)
Model yearVariantCityHighwayCombinedSource
2019Senna (7-speed auto, 4.0L turbo V8)141816[4]

McLaren Senna generations and years

McLaren Senna generations, years and key changes
GenerationYearsNotes
Senna2018–2019Single generation; US model years per NHTSA recall filings.[5][3]

Performance figures

McLaren quotes 0–100 km/h in 2.8 seconds, 0–200 km/h in 6.8 seconds and a 9.9-second standing quarter mile. The body generates up to 800 kg of downforce.[1]

What to check before buying a used Senna

A used Senna should be checked first against its two NHTSA recall campaigns: an engine-harness reroute on 2018–2019 cars and a fuel-tank foam pad removal on 2019 cars. Both were free repairs at McLaren retailers, so a retailer can confirm completion by VIN before purchase, alongside the car’s service history.

  • Engine harness recall 19V613

    Confirm the engine harness was rerouted away from the link-pipe heat shield; chafed wires can cause power loss or a stall.[5]

  • Fuel-tank foam pad recall 20V231

    On 2019 cars, confirm the NVH foam pad under the fuel tank was removed and the tank inspected (and replaced if corroded).[5]

  • Build count and identity

    Only 500 customer cars were planned, so the chassis number and McLaren retailer records should tie the car to its original specification.[3]

McLaren Senna recalls

NHTSA safety recall campaigns that cover the McLaren Senna
CampaignReportedSubjectScopeUnits
19V613000August 21, 2019Engine Harness May Chafe and Cause Engine StallThe engine harness may contact a metal link pipe heat shield, chafing the harness over time, potentially damaging the wires.2018–2019 McLaren Senna129
20V231000April 23, 2020Foam Pad May Retain Moisture and Corrode Fuel TankThe Noise, Vibration, and Harshness (NVH) foam pad underneath the fuel tank may retain moisture and corrode the fuel tank, potentially causing a fuel leak.2019 Senna (also 2016–2020 720S, 2020 GT, 2017–2019 570GT)2,763

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 Senna 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.

McLaren build sheet by VIN

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Frequently asked questions

How many McLaren Sennas were made?

McLaren announced 500 customer cars for the Senna when production started in 2018.

How much horsepower does the McLaren Senna have?

McLaren rates the Senna at 800PS (789bhp) and 800Nm (590 lb ft) from its 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8.

How fast is the McLaren Senna?

McLaren quotes 2.8 seconds to 100 km/h (62 mph), 6.8 seconds to 200 km/h and a 208 mph top speed.

Has the McLaren Senna been recalled?

Yes. NHTSA lists two campaigns that cover the Senna: an engine-harness chafing recall (2018–2019 cars) and a fuel-tank foam pad recall (2019 cars).

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. McLaren Senna makes Latin American debut at São Paulo International Motor Show (Nov 6, 2018) — McLaren Automotive press release (republished by Automotive World) (secondary reference)
  2. McLaren Senna takes on three motocross bikes to celebrate launch of Forza Horizon 4 (Sep 26, 2018) — McLaren Automotive press release (republished by Automotive World) (secondary reference)
  3. McLaren Automotive passes 15,000 cars built milestone (May 25, 2018) — McLaren Automotive press release (republished by Automotive World) (secondary reference)
  4. EPA fuel economy: 2019 McLaren Senna (Auto 7-spd, 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. Recalls Data (NHTSA recall campaigns) — U.S. Department of Transportation open data

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