McLaren W1 vs McLaren W1 vs Tesla Model Y

Overview

Specification McLaren W1 McLaren W1 Tesla Model Y
Brand McLaren McLaren Tesla
Model W1 W1 Model Y
Year 2026 2026 2026
Type Ev
Body Style Two-Door Coupe Two-Door Coupe Compact Crossover SUV

Pricing

Specification McLaren W1 McLaren W1 Tesla Model Y
Current Price $2,100,000 $2,100,000 $47,990 – $48,990
MSRP $2,100,000 $2,100,000 $48,990
Dealer Price $2,100,000 $2,100,000 $47,990

Engine & Performance

Specification McLaren W1 McLaren W1 Tesla Model Y
Engine 4.0L Twin-Turbo V8 + E-Motor Hybrid 4.0L Twin-Turbo V8 + E-Motor Hybrid Dual Motor AWD
Horsepower 1,258 hp 1,258 hp 384 hp (est.)
Torque 988 lb-ft 988 lb-ft Instant electric torque
0–60 mph 2.6 seconds (0-60 mph) 2.6 seconds (0-60 mph) 4.6 sec (0-60 mph)
Top Speed 217 mph (electronically limited) 217 mph (electronically limited) 135 mph

Fuel Economy

Specification McLaren W1 McLaren W1 Tesla Model Y
Fuel Type Hybrid / Gasoline Hybrid / Gasoline Electric
Mileage / MPG N/A - Hypercar class N/A - Hypercar class 117 MPGe combined (EPA est.)
Range (EV) 1.6 miles 1.6 miles 330 miles EPA (Long Range AWD est.)
Emissions Low-emission hybrid profile Low-emission hybrid profile 0 g/mi
Battery 1.384 kWh 1.384 kWh Approx. 75 kWh (usable, est.)
Charging Plug-in capable for rapid top-off Plug-in capable for rapid top-off 250 kW DC peak (Supercharger V3)

Ratings

Specification McLaren W1 McLaren W1 Tesla Model Y
Expert Rating 5.0/10 5.0/10 4.7/10
Community Reviews 0 0 2240
Performance Score 10.0 10.0 9.0
Comfort Score 7.8 7.8 8.7
Safety Score 9.2 9.2 9.1
Fuel Economy Score 4.5 4.5 9.5
Technology Score 9.8 9.8 9.5
Value Score 9.0 9.0 9.0

Verdict

Specification McLaren W1 McLaren W1 Tesla Model Y
Pros Breathtaking 1,258 horsepower total output; Advanced Formula 1-derived active aerodynamics; Instantaneous torque respons... Breathtaking 1,258 horsepower total output; Advanced Formula 1-derived active aerodynamics; Instantaneous torque respons... Excellent EPA range for the class; Access to Tesla Supercharger network; Quick acceleration and smooth EV driving; Spaci...
Cons Extremely limited production run and sold out allocation; Astronomical multi-million-dollar price tag; Minimal cargo spa... Extremely limited production run and sold out allocation; Astronomical multi-million-dollar price tag; Minimal cargo spa... Minimalist interior may not suit all buyers; Ride can feel firm on larger wheels; Build quality can vary by production b...