2022 McLaren GT Base
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- Photo: 2020 McLaren GT front, Manhasset 10.13.19 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2020 McLaren GT in Silver, front right by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: MCLAREN GT China (3) by Dinkun Chen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: McLaren GT 2 by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2020 McLaren GT rear, Miller 2.1.20 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2022 McLaren GT Base is a 612-hp 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 with a 7-speed seamless shift gearbox dual-clutch + reverse and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $215,000 MSRP and is rated at 18 mpg combined.
It makes 612 horsepower and 465 lb-ft of torque, spinning to a 8,500 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 22 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).
The GT measures 184.4 inches long on a 105.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,384 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Coupe |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $215,000 |
| MSRP with Destination | $217,500 |
| Destination Charge | $2,500 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 4.0L 90° twin-turbo dry-sump V8 (M840TE) |
| Displacement | 3.994 L |
| Horsepower | 612 hp |
| Torque | 465 lb-ft |
| Redline | 8,500 rpm |
| Valvetrain | 32-valve DOHC, VVT |
| Bore and Stroke | 93 x 73.5 |
| Injection Type | Multi-point electronic indirect fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Differential Type | Open differential with McLaren Brake Steer |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 7-speed Seamless Shift Gearbox (SSG) dual-clutch + reverse |
| 1st Gear | 3.982 (54 mph **) |
| 2nd Gear | 2.612 (82 mph **) |
| 3rd Gear | 1.905 (112 mph **) |
| 4th Gear | 1.479 (145 mph **) |
| 5th Gear | 1.16 (184 mph **) |
| 6th Gear | 0.906 (236 mph **) |
| 7th Gear | 0.686 (312 mph **) |
| Final Drive | 3.308 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 15 MPG |
| Highway | 22 MPG |
| Combined | 18 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium Gasoline |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent double aluminium wishbones, adaptive dampers, Proactive Damping Control |
| Rear Suspension | Independent double aluminium wishbones, adaptive dampers, Proactive Damping Control |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Calipers | 6-piston aluminium |
| Front Brake Disc | 390 mm carbon ceramic |
| Rear Brake Disc | 380 mm carbon ceramic |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 20 x 8J in |
| Wheels Rear | 21 x 10.5J in |
| Tires Front | 225/35 R20 Pirelli P ZERO |
| Tires Rear | 295/30 R21 Pirelli P ZERO |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 184.4 in |
| Width | 80.5 in |
| Height | 47.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.3 in |
| Front Track | 65.8 in |
| Rear Track | 65.5 in |
| Ground Clearance | 4.3 in |
| Approach Angle | 9.7° |
| Departure Angle | 13.9° |
| Cargo Volume | 20.1 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,384 lbs |
| Weight Distribution (F/R) | 42.5% / 57.5% |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2022 McLaren GT. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Apr 9, 2025 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
McLaren Automotive Incorporated (McClaren) is recalling certain 2020-2025 600LT, 720S, Artura, GT, and GTS vehicles. The brake lines may be routed incorrectly and cause the brakes on the incorrect side to activate, possibly resulting in one of the rear wheels locking up.
Consequence: A rear wheel locking condition may cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and correct the brake line connections as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 21, 2025. Owners may contact McClaren customer service at 1-646-429-8916.
NHTSA campaign 25V216000
Sep 10, 2024 · LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
McLaren Automotive Incorporated (McLaren) is recalling certain 2020-2023 McLaren GT vehicles. The manual release cable of the hood latch may have excessive tension that can cause the latch to open, resulting in the hood opening unexpectedly.
Consequence: A hood that opens unexpectedly while driving can obstruct the driver's view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: McLaren will replace the hood latch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 11, 2024. Owners may contact McLaren customer service at 855-202-8815.
NHTSA campaign 24V661000
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2022 MCLAREN GT. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.