McLaren 750S Spider Review: Proof That Supercars Should Still Be Punishing

The McLaren 750S Spider is positioned as a supercar that demands constant driver engagement, pushing back against the trend of making high-performance cars easier to tame. In review coverage, the focus is on how the 2026 750S favors speed at all times, with limited difference between Comfort and Sport modes, and an always-aggressive on-edge feel. McLaren’s signature carbon-fiber monocell is highlighted, along with a double-wishbone suspension using adaptive damping in three modes: Comfort, Sport, and Track. Power comes from a twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 rated at 740 hp at 7,500 rpm and 590 lb-ft at 5,500 rpm, sent to the rear wheels via a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. The article references a drive up Los Angeles Crest Highway and frames the Spider’s sharpness as requiring skill and attention to maximize performance.