McLaren 720S vs 750S: Which to Rent in Dubai?

720S vs 750S: what's the quick verdict?

These two cars are far more alike than the model names suggest. The 750S is a heavy revision of the 720S, not a clean-sheet replacement, so they share the same carbon Monocage II tub, the same 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 layout and the same dramatic dihedral doors that get phones out at every valet stand. About 30% of the 750S is new, but a passenger would struggle to tell them apart from the kerb.

Where it matters: the 750S makes around 740bhp versus the 720S's 710bhp, drops a little weight, adds quicker steering and a stiffer front end. On a track that's a real gap. On Sheikh Zayed Road, Al Khail or a Hatta day trip, both feel violently fast and surprisingly easy to place. The honest answer is that the 720S delivers 90% of the experience for less money, while the 750S gives you the newest car, the freshest plate and a touch more attitude.

• Same carbon tub, doors and core V8 platform
• 750S: ~740bhp, quicker steering, lighter, newer styling
• 720S: ~710bhp, near-identical real-world pace, lower price
• Verdict: 720S for value, 750S for the latest and sharpest

How much does each McLaren cost to rent in Dubai?

Pricing moves with season, demand and how new the specific car is, but the gap between the two is consistent: expect to pay a clear premium for the 750S simply because it is the current model. Daily rates carry a security hold rather than a true cost, and no-deposit options are available on selected supercars if you'd rather not tie up a card limit.

Weekly and monthly rates bring the daily figure down sharply. As a rule of thumb, a weekly rate works out near the day rate times 6.3, and a month lands around the day rate times 26 — so a McLaren that's AED 3,000/day is roughly AED 18,900 for the week and about AED 78,000 for the month. Mileage caps (commonly 250km/day) and Salik tolls are billed at cost, never marked up.

• McLaren 720S: from ~AED 2,800–3,500/day
• McLaren 750S: from ~AED 3,500–4,500/day
• Weekly ≈ day rate × 6.3 (roughly one day free)
• Monthly ≈ day rate × 26 — best value for long stays
• Salik tolls billed at cost; no-deposit options on selected cars

How different do they actually feel to drive?

Climb into either and the experience is pure McLaren: a low, wide windscreen, fingertip steering with no nervous twitch, and a brake pedal you can trust. Both pull hard from 2,000rpm and turn genuinely savage past 4,000, with 0–100km/h in the high-2-second range. For 95% of Dubai driving — coast roads, the Marina loop, late-night Sheikh Zayed Road runs — they feel like the same car.

The 750S earns its name in the details. The faster steering rack makes the nose dart in more eagerly, the retuned dampers and lighter wheels sharpen turn-in, and the extra 30bhp shows at the top of third and fourth gear. There's also a new centre exhaust note that's a little harder-edged. The 720S, by contrast, feels marginally more relaxed and forgiving — arguably the better daily companion if you're not chasing lap times.

Visibility from both is best-in-class for a supercar, which matters in Dubai. Tight multi-storey ramps in Downtown or DIFC, speed bumps in residential JVC and Dubai Hills, and valet handovers all go smoother when you can actually see the corners of the car.

Which McLaren suits which kind of renter?

Choose the 720S if value drives the decision. It is the connoisseur's pick — you know it's the same fundamental car, you're paying less, and almost nobody on the street can tell the two apart. It's ideal for a multi-day rental, a photo-led content trip, or anyone who wants the McLaren look and feel without the newest-plate premium.

Choose the 750S if you want the current model and the absolute sharpest version. It suits enthusiasts who'll feel the extra steering speed and power, anyone whose brief is 'the latest McLaren', and clients who want the freshest car for a wedding arrival, a brand shoot or a milestone weekend. If the price gap doesn't change your plans, the 750S is the easy upgrade.

• Pick the 720S: tighter budget, longer rentals, value-minded, content/photo trips
• Pick the 750S: want the latest model, chase the sharpest drive, special occasions, brand shoots
• Either way: both are head-turners for Burj Khalifa and Palm Jumeirah backdrops

What do tourists need to drive a McLaren in Dubai?

Visitors can drive a McLaren on a valid home-country licence paired with an International Driving Permit (IDP). UAE residents need a valid UAE driving licence. For supercars at this tier the minimum age is typically 25, and you'll need to hold the licence for a reasonable period — bring your physical licence, IDP and passport (plus visa entry stamp for tourists) to the handover.

Insurance is included on every rental, and the terms — excess, mileage cap and any deductible — are explained upfront with nothing hidden. No-deposit options are available on selected cars, so visitors can skip the large security hold on a credit card if that suits them better. Salik road tolls are added at cost at the end of the rental; there's no admin mark-up on tolls.

• Tourists: home licence + International Driving Permit (IDP)
• Residents: valid UAE driving licence
• Usually 25+ for supercars; bring passport and Emirates ID/visa stamp
• Insurance included; no-deposit options on selected cars
• Salik tolls billed at cost, no mark-up

How does delivery and pickup work?

Free delivery is included anywhere in Dubai. The car comes to your hotel, residence or office fully fuelled and detailed, and a team member walks you through the controls, the dihedral doors, the drive modes and the launch procedure before handing over the keys. Pickup at the end works the same way — message a time and the car is collected from wherever you are.

Common delivery zones include Dubai Marina, Downtown, Palm Jumeirah, JBR, Business Bay, DIFC, JLT, JVC and Dubai Hills, plus DXB Airport arrivals for visitors who want the car waiting on landing. The fastest way to lock in either McLaren — or to ask which is actually available on your dates — is a quick message on WhatsApp at +971 54 551 4155, with a 24/7 concierge on the other end.

• Free delivery and collection anywhere in Dubai
• Airport handover at DXB for arriving visitors
• Full walkthrough of doors, modes and launch control at handover
• Book or check availability on WhatsApp +971 54 551 4155, 24/7