McLaren 570GT Review: Smooth Speed - Carfection

[@hammadkaka]

Put this guy on top gear.. My god, every review of him is just a joy to watch Keep up the great work!

[@catlee8064]

Too many ppl on the new top gear as it is....6 now i think...what they need to do is just get this guy and chris harris.

[@canadian292]

👍

[@edkwon]

It's too bad Top Gear has strayed so far from doing traditional road test reviews and focus more on theatrics and goofy stunts

[@xxgameoverxx7676]

+anewacc get a load of the f12 review!!!

[@arsalansvlog]

I agree, he could have been the person who replaces James May, somewhat.

[@MykeBatez]

Love his presenting style - pretty much my favorite online car show because of him & the production quality.

[@ainsmas361]

Very good!!!! This and Chris Harris on cars

[@ARMYTRIX]

#BringBacktheGlasses Awesome review as always though!

[@innerhammer]

Getting prepared to have exhaust pipes for it?

[@nickgenerazio196]

I genuinely love the fact that your company is so very active on KZbin. I just love love love all of your products, even though my car isn't something you would put an Armytrix system on. Do you have a Twitter page? Thanks.

[@nickgenerazio196]

Maybe you all could consider some systems for some more..'Pedestrian" cars?

[@leloodallasmultipass]

This car is a challenge in that it already has such an awesome sports exhaust option. I just test drove a 570s and it was sizzling. But, I can't wait to hear what you do, if you do it. I think I may have asked before, but can you plz make a Chevy SS exhaust?! It's so hard to find an exhaust for that car that doesn't sound like a raspy fart.

[@rockzs74r]

the best looking mclaren in my opinion

[@camirocz]

No way. The 600 lt is and by far.

[@goriekeldermat4399]

@@camirocz bruh he commended 3 years ago

[@rokhumpeka2530]

Mp4 12c

[@dragospahontu]

I like the 12c the most

[@rockzs74r]

@@camirocz 600 LT is basically a 570s with a body kit. So yes it looks great.

[@RoadsUntraveled]

I didn't even really notice the back end visual differences until you mentioned it... It DOES look a bit better than the 570s...

[@larssonk22]

agreed, I wonder what they will do with the spider gt

[@MillennialInvestor101]

Does this not have a drop top?

[@jaspervanraaij7994]

I was waiting for this so long, and now it's here! Keep up the good work! You're te best on youtube.

[@adityajethi7250]

it's better than the porsche. ...it looks better , sounds better , drives better (maybe not as fast ),has better interior as well......it's just more substantial than a 911 turbo s..

[@Yartin]

And, this is a McLaren

[@gmansplit]

And if you want speed, get the 570s. It is also RWD, which is more fun.

[@HodsBroo]

agree

[@leftheodo]

aditya jethi You 've never ridden a Porsche have you?

[@bpowick]

Personally, I think this is the best looking super car currently available.

[@spiky7794]

That moment, when you see the same videos in Carfection, Roadshow and CNET, yet you open only Carfection just because you love this channel.

[@izzelyy3189]

I'm more of a Porsche guy, but i'll rather take this 570GT. I love the idea of having a powerfull car with comfort, like Maserati or Bentley.

[@MrRaitzi]

This car makes quite much sense when you think of average owner. The car that I am really waiting is 911 Safari edition.(more suspension travel and rally styling for 911)

[@zocdefmek]

I love this guy, he has a very Top Gear-y vibe to him and I love the episodes with him. It's quenching my Top Gear thirst while I wait for the Grant Tour to come back.

[@Neudezign]

I know it's a bit unrelated to the video, but what song is playing at the very end of the video, 10:30 to the end?

[@l.p.6835]

I absolutely love listening to that guys reviews. I'll just call him a proper journalist if that makes any sense.

[@ChrisSs993]

570GT and an Armytrix exhaust = My perfect car

[@chrisbrown6759]

That paint on the McLaren has to be the most beautiful paint I've ever seen.

[@NLMOVIE12]

1:41I could swear those are carbon ceramic rotors, They arenot standard but they are an option on the 570GT

[@6rimR3ap3r]

Great idea to bring up a GT version with clever features without suffering too much on the performance side. Looks great and exciting.

[@888mf4]

570GT or 650S.... which one is more comfortable given the latter has the hydraulic suspension

[@FitLabb]

Does anyone know if this is the 570GT showcar used in the Geneva car show? If so, is the color Ice Silver, or is it an MSO special order color?

[@luke5196]

Your eyes really pop without glasses. I'm so conflicted, I like both looks!

[@richbiles230872]

Hands off, he's mine!

[@magnumflow]

What is that dam song in the end at 10:29? Anybody??

[@jorgerubiozab]

Looks fenomenal, like de 675LT Spider. Hope to see a review of that one....

[@BenBRogue]

That is such a beautiful car. That'd be the one I'd want.

[@Kepe]

Awesome car ^^ Wish I could one day afford something like this.. Oh and awesome video as well. One of my favorite KZbin car review personalities =)

[@nighthawk0077]

He just finished saying it a bit tamer and doesn't provide that urgent ground swell of acceleration a Turbo S does, then at the very end he days it ludicrously fast. I'm a bit confused, looks like I'm going to hang on to my '02 Turbo X50 a bit longer :-)

[@vvysoc]

2 negatives imo are the rear and speed instrument panel, rest is stunning. Such great choices at the price point.

[@MrSThayer]

Wonderful review, covered all aspects while still being entertaining. Many thanks

[@Emilioh888]

Best review yet of the GT. Better than autocar, autoexpress. good job !

[@skyhighyourass]

Better than Salomandrin?

[@Emilioh888]

+Sigmund Freud Ah that guy who always makes 10 year old jokes and is on weed all the time ? Lol he didn't review the GT and I doubt he will.

[@skyhighyourass]

Emilioh888 Haha, I'd agree his "penis points" is a little juvenile. I think he just got the 675LT, though.

[@Emilioh888]

+Sigmund Freud :) exactly. Thats if he keeps it :)

[@amiller2121]

Love that red interior! I'm not so sure who would get this car in silver though...

[@srghyc]

When you ask should you get this or a 911 Turbo S, for me it comes down to looks. This has more of the futuristic, exotic, super car look like the other Italian cars, whereas the 911 has more of a classic refined look. Where I'm from you can see a 911 any day, but a McLaren would really turn heads.

[@tannerpatterson3088]

Why did you guys change your branding from XCar to Cafection?

[@Johandyman]

why then? i never found out why, and tbh, 'Carfection' sounds really dumb compared to xcar. So please tell us why

[@beyshadow]

Hey what car is that in the intro?

[@tannerpatterson3088]

TheGBANerd The sound? Audi R8 V8

[@beyshadow]

Tanner Pat Yup, thanks.

[@TheAboriginal1]

They've mentioned before that it was copyright. X-Plane Flight Simulator probably sued or something of the like.

[@zatharos6427]

Does it at least have an optional carbon ceramic brake package

[@williamapple1415]

Actually love the gist of this car, really cool that McLaren decided to not only do ultimately fast but not comfortable cars but add one that is comfortable.

[@jershinator13]

do you think this would be fair to compare to a v12 vantage s? I mean i totally can't afford either, but if I had money for this, I'd be strongly considering the Aston too.

[@Driver_88]

As much as I would like the 570 to be a little softer for longer drives, there's no way I'd want to daily it, it's simply not easy enough to get in and out of and im not 65, I'd go with the 911 turbo if I wanted a daily supercar.

[@richbiles230872]

Not to mention the plummeting residuals, dreadful reliability, shockingly poor build quality. And to rub salt in the wounds there are rumours Mclaren dealers are reluctant to buy them back from owners for resale. Beggars belief. However, if I had more money than sense I'd have one in a heart beat. 😊

[@Driver_88]

@@richbiles230872 I still owned 2, 570s was relatively trouble free 720s not so much, both were fantastic over 6 track days however

[@LiamH96]

The question I always ask myself is: Do the camera's do the (exhaust)noise any good? Because with some cars I have heard in real life, well, they sound quite different to al the videos I have seen of them.

[@ChrisDorgan]

Nobody has mentioned the gargantuan side sill you've gotta climb over in any of the modern McLarens. Yes they've made it easier in this model but you're never gonna look graceful hopping in and out. I love these guys reviews and I think they do a brilliant job but I'm noticing a trend (across the car review board not just here) and I wish people would be less in awe of the cars they're testing and actually pick them apart, they're not marketing tools, they're critics. Shoulda listed the negatives mentioned. They're important if you're looking to buy a car over 100k. Too many critics worried about not getting invited back? :P Old Ferrari Cali for example, horrendously sluggish while moving slowly, crap gearbox, crap satnav/info system etc etc etc. New ones are better apparently but you don't here any real moans like does the hand brake still hold on too long when you come to a stop?! Every day driving these things are important. It almost doesn't matter how good 95% of these cars are on a track because 95% of people won't go to one.

[@uhugvjkbkjh]

They're called AFC sills

[@colin5577]

Valid comment, but it seems to be the way of things everywhere - even when journos have the best intentions. Problem is that when you write about the types of things you mention, you end up with WhatCar or AutoMotor& Sport, where cars win group tests because they have the lowest loading lip and the best windscreen washers. Also, you need to live with a car to really know it, and new car events are usually a few hours in some exotic location where everything's on a tight schedule. I agree with you, though.

[@ChrisDorgan]

I know man, I don't wanna watch a review of boot space either but when a car is being advertised as an almost every day, GT more user friendly sports car then things like "can the average person get in and out of it easily without clambering around" become more important :P I've never seen an i8 review were the person reviewing it actually gets in or out. Clarkson certainly didn't on TG. The cars f'in terrible to jump in n out of for anyone that's remotely larger or slightly less mobile. I can jump in and out of it but there's no way I would be happy with it if it was a daily car. If it's not a daily car then why bother goin hybrid?! Ya nah mean?! haha it's these little things as a car enthusiast and as someone who spends way to much time looking into what car to buy next & what to aim for in the future and what can used used daily & what can be used daily but shouldn't be :P. My dads been looking to change his F Type and I've been helping him look around and there's so many cons to some of the cars around and over the 100K that it makes it really really really hard to make a choice. Especially when you've had a car that sounds as good and runs as smoothly and reliably and looks as good as the F Type, why spend that extra money is the main question?! Anyways I'm rambling man, I really enjoy these videos but sometimes there's things that people who are buyin them need to know and I think the biggest draw back for usability of any McLaren at the moment are the "AFC Sills" as our friend rightly educated me on. The Ferrari's, Porsche's, Jag's of this world don't suffer from that problem. Seems to just be all the cars made with carbon tubs, you gotta fall into them like bath and get step ladder to get out :D

[@colin5577]

Funny you mention the i8. My Dad was mad for one, but, as you say, he could barely get into it and then couldn't get out once he was in. My brother is 6'3" and he could hardly manage it either. Both of them ended up coming out of the car with their hands on the road and with their feet flailing around on the dash like a pair of spastics. It was a fine comedy moment, tbh.

[@ChrisDorgan]

haha same, me and the salesman both had to help lift my dad out. One of the most redinkydonk cars to get in n out of, or park anywhere or basically try and use like a normal... or even a sports car :P

[@itswhitenoise9607]

As soon as you started speaking, I thought of the 911 Turbo S. Luckily, you brought it up in this review. And very appropriate that you do! So which is better... tough choice.

[@a.j.swierzbinski6225]

The 570GT is indeed sleeker than the S, but the increased airflow from the fixed roof should affect top speed, right?

[@ANTHONYKE4]

570 definitely over the 911 Turbo/Turbo S. I do love the 911 but it doesn't come with the same drama such as the doors of the 570. The 570 looks like a supercar whereas the 911 blends in like any other Porsche on the road. That's not a bad thing though. Also, the McLaren badge is far more exclusive.

[@richbiles230872]

Did you buy one or bottle it and go for the 911?

[@mkelebay]

Eh, at the end of the day, all of Mclarens cars since the 12c have basically just been improvements on that, not that it hasn't stepped it up every time, but you can't help but feel they will do a large change sometime soon.

[@neoanderson7]

Great review. I wouldn't want to get the lower class McLaren. Still get the 650s.

[@robertferns10]

why does it have a left hand drive in the UK?

[@Thanasis.K.]

Sorry for asking but in the end of the video what you have on your belly?

[@krrk6337]

they should have put hydraulic suspension like in the 12c if they gonna sell it as a gt cruiser

[@argypan6879]

Hey Alex do you think this would be better than the db11 or the other way around ?

[@ashleylemmer8016]

Got to have one!

[@cctvspystore]

what's that song @ the end of your videos?

[@davidgolfgti1]

It would be awesome for McLaren to make a car to compete in the track toy category.

[@andrewipp426]

Alex G. great review as always you provide a very informative automotive conversation. I am going to put you on the spot, being you have probably driven them all; what would your opinion of the 570GT, Ferrari's 488GTB or the Porsche 911 GTS....? Which do you think is an easier car to live with for a 60 year old couple as a short vacation or weekend cruiser with carry on suitcases, or are these not suitcase friendly? Thank you

[@VerboseSlayer]

mmmhm..... mclaren's MX5/GT86 competitor...... now that sounds exciting.....Imagine if they had a go at that...

[@donelmediterraneo8626]

Do you think a McLaren 720 GT is possible now ?

[@VincentSandfordofSEOsynovation]

Ha grip.!!!!! All very well testing this car in sunny lands on smooth roads but what would the grip be like in the wet on norma road? Now there's a challenge for you? By the way its a great looking sports car

[@harvardford8752]

you know what the styling is growing on me i still think its not a pretty car it does look admirable, poised even and striking

[@marinoint]

I saw both the 570 & 650 in person, along with Huracan, and the 570 is noticeably more ugly than the other two. When I spend this kind of money, I would expect a car that's at least decent looking.

[@harvardford8752]

Shin Ken​ i wouldn't get the 650, because of anything people who has the 675 LT will make you feel jealous But if i had money i would go for either the R8 v10+ or the AMG GTS I do prefer the understated and subtle sleeper look The only problem i have with this one is its not great looking despite being subtle  Buuut like i said the looks are definitely growing on me

[@DearMajesty]

I think it looks good except the tail.

[@samadamsproductions]

I disagree, I've seen all of them in person as well and I think the 570 is gorgeous, and one of the best-looking cars on sale today.

[@RealRaynedance]

Anyone else reminded a bit of Simon from TopTenz when they see Alex without his glasses?

[@keithireland6627]

great review as usual told me all i wanted to know thanks

[@Theoneandonlybay2345]

Where's your 👓's

[@Theoneandonlybay2345]

Look at the time, came from night shift, look like Ive got time for grammar or sleep?

[@its_EZ]

+John Wick when is your new film coming out??

[@its_EZ]

+John Wick thx m8.

[@6lr6ak6]

Top car, but if was out to buy one I'd have the R8 V10 or turbo s, plus quite a big saving.

[@purplefabian]

nice video! where exactly was this filmed in?

[@AdvancedEliteGaming]

Where is this video filmed??? Mountains look like a fantasy world

[@MGA19a]

really nice review ... and as he said it would be cool to see direct comparison of 911 turbo vs. 570GT :-)

[@cominacatcha]

Much... want.... Not... enough... money....

[@Ghostintheshell3551]

rob a bank ?

[@6ec6YRFPTcC]

marry rich

[@SirSchmittyX]

This is the kind of car that makes you think about it haha

[@erikig]

3M Solution ~ Make More Money

[@ImaadAnsari]

The tiny difference at the rear makes it look that much more pretty and.. fluidic?

[@Stratblooz]

Brakes at 1:44 are carbon not steel

[@jamiehowellphotography]

Judging from the brake shot at 1:41, it sure looks like this car has carbon brakes - though the commentary from Alex suggests otherwise. Mistake maybe?

[@azpinator]

Guys, I know they're not in the same category, but considering cruise capability, finish details at the interior and overall driving experience (and looks), would you get the 570GT or the California T?

[@Ye4k]

Personally I would take the GT, it feels more special and more of a proper car. I love both the interior and exterior the California T just does not have that supercar exterior look.

[@wendynkomo8412]

this screen thing can be eastly fixed. get a Gorilla screen in front of the boxes like you would a table. the display will shine through

[@المعاذباللهاليماني]

NOW ,is the 911 compare to the 650S or the 570S ??

[@Kaisuke971]

I think they targeted a well optioned 911 Turbo (and R8 V10) and not the Turbo S (and R8 V10 Plus). That's what the 570S is for.

[@emrico]

Not entirely sure of what makes this car a grand tourer... More storage space and 2% better nvh? For a daily usable supercar I'd want awd too... Maybe it's a bit unnecessary but I'm sure it has its niche and makes sense financially

[@QuickQuips]

Even if it's slightly lower performing than a 570S, it's not like most supercar owners pushes the limit of their supercar unless they're reckless. Replace the P Zeros on the GT with super sticky Trofeo or Corsas and you'd get most of that rawness back. I'm surprised the California T or R8 weren't also worth cross shopping.

[@yosaures]

You loook wierd with no glasses

[@iBOOM]

American Psycho wierd?

[@DamianSabre]

Looks like he has marbles in his eyes.

[@zGJungle]

Rockin the eye liner ?

[@Emilioh888]

I think its better without glasses, he looks less nerdy

[@djhero0071]

You guys shortened the logo intro again. Also,it's strange to see Alex without glasses. Not in a good or bad way. Just in an unexpected kind of way.

[@ThatWhite570S]

Nice job on the review.

[@Ne0c225]

I like the turbo s but i love the 570gt.

[@Sandouras]

Why the fuck would you daily a McLaren? Secondly, why not have the bootlid open upwards like in the Cayman, but instead make it open sideways depending on the side people drive at the country it's going to be delivered at? What if i park it the other way around, or close to a wall or whatever and cant reach the stuff inside?

[@UniversityOfTurmoil]

If you live in a big city (eg. London or New York) and don't need to commute in a car because you use public transport to get to work and also haven't got room for a fleet of cars so only want a single car then a semi-exotic daily like this or a 911 makes perfect sense.

[@azpinator]

Totally agree. My idea (Sao Paulo, Brazil) is a normal hatch/sedan and a nice sport/gt car, with some "supercar presence". This 570GT is really growing on me.

[@oliy2543]

i'd have this over the 540c and 570s anyday... the rear looks soooo much better and the interior as well.

[@lifelessperson1993]

Lovely GT... What's the name of that song at the end?

[@mogwhy77]

Back To Blue by Bruce Maginnis

[@lifelessperson1993]

Thanks!

[@Mr.k3n]

They've nailed this. What a perfect machine.

[@d0718]

If I was to spend my own money on a car like this, it would be either the R8 or the Turbo S depending on whether it will be used daily or not...

[@EqualizerCombatives]

Alex Should be the main presenter for the new Top Gear!! Along with Sam from Seenthroughglass, Paul from Supercars of London and a new fourth presenter, James from MrJWW.

[@1958plymouth440V8]

Does the boot hatch open the other way in RHD cars?

[@insert-name-here3350]

Yes

[@Sandouras]

They said they adapt it according to which side people drive on at the country of delivery.

[@RaeMachiavelli]

Yes

[@jguillermoii]

Supercars made for the American market are quiet already due to regulations, to make them loud is to install an aftermarket exhaust.

[@coureurdebois]

most will just opt for the 570S more thrill, more sound, more rawness, barely any one daily drives a super car anywise.

[@EaZeQuiKzzPSN]

I would choose this.

[@yasir2749]

But this version looks much more stunning.

[@Buuster1999]

+john m cant see the difference

[@UgandaBeShitnMe]

Spend 70k on a 1 owner Maserati GranTurismo with under 10k miles if you want a great looking, amazing sounding daily....this is a waste... 570s is sick, this is dumb.

[@Nemoticon]

The GT is like 3% slower than the S, lol... effectively its the same car with a broader market to sell more units. And, lots of supercar owners do actually drive them almost every day especially now that they are so easy to drive. Where I live and work, the local supercars are always doing the rounds.

[@Mladjasmilic]

But, original 12C had hydraulic suspension, and this has conventional. Comfort?

[@theautocommittee]

Love the look way better than the S, hopefully they redesign the S to look the same and just give customers the choice of the S, C, or GT across the same body style.

[@rajivkishore]

0:38 thought for a second i saw arnold vosloo from the mummy again xD

[@Orcawhale1]

Your eyes look like that of a white walkers(Not a bad thing), looks cool!

[@Jolinator]

Not sure why guys care about a man wearing glasses or not i sense some may have some unresolved sexuality issues lol. I come here for the car reviews not to judge a mans appearance, Also at 1:41 those are definitely carbon/ceramic rotors you can even see the carbon weave where the rotor hat meets the rotor, the steel brakes also have a different rotor hat, carbon ceramics are an option on the 570GT and this has them fitted! This can be confirmed by the Mclaren 570gt configurator on their website.

[@NajhaeT]

I guess some guys prefer to pound ass when their man is wearing glasses, nothing wrong with that

[@RussellRobinson77]

It certainly looks great!

[@xcarlosx007]

great review!

[@vagabundo6409]

There is only one champion giving speed and comfort every day. Porsche 911 Turbo S. Edit: 4:00 yeah, exactly! :)

[@harvardford8752]

I just saw the price of the GT vs the Huracan there might be a 20 grand difference in price but the V10.... I dont know anymore i don't understand myself anymore either LOL id rather get the Huracan, such a sexy car

[@Trevor-li1xc]

this vs 488gtb?

[@rfouR_4]

You're objectively wrong about it looking better than the S. The flying buttresses are mega. :p

[@rfouR_4]

***** It's called a joke.

[@rfouR_4]

***** Silly Babayka.

[@ThePandaBeat]

This is my favorite car in McLaren's lineup.

[@Reecharge]

Cannot unsee that the front looks like an FR-S.

[@JolietJake64]

wassup with this video? It's just a black background with audio.

[@EaZeQuiKzzPSN]

This is my favorite car right now.