McLaren 720S value and depreciation
Known for devastating straight-line performance.
Depreciation curve
We class the McLaren 720S as a luxury flagship & exotic in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 52% after three years and 35% after five. Flagship saloons and exotics shed value brutally once the first owner is done. Some halo cars (911, certain AMG and M cars) beat this curve and carry per-model overrides.
Retention table
| After | Retained |
|---|---|
| 1 year | 75% |
| 3 years | 52% |
| 5 years | 35% |
| 7 years | 24% |
| 10 years | 13% |
Estimates for a new purchase at list price; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
The 720S was McLaren's core supercar in South Africa from 2017, quicker in a straight line than anything at its price. Local sales were steady but resale lagged the Italian rivals. It was replaced by the closely related 750S.
720S against its rivals
McLaren 720S: common questions
Does the McLaren 720S hold its value?
We class the McLaren 720S as a luxury flagship & exotic in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 52% after three years and 35% after five. Flagship saloons and exotics shed value brutally once the first owner is done. Some halo cars (911, certain AMG and M cars) beat this curve and carry per-model overrides.
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All figures are modelled estimates for planning, not offers or valuations. Data reviewed 2026.