Overview Released in November 2011, the MP4-12C was initially available as a two-door coupe, with Spider (convertible) models following in October 2012. Manufactured in Woking, England, the rear-wheel drive MP4-12C was powered by a mid-mounted 3.8-litre twin-turbo V6 petrol engine which was mated to a seven-speed double clutch transmission. M838T engine and transmission The 3.8-litre […]
generation: 2011-14
Review: Abarth 500 Esseesse (2011-14)
Overview Released in March 2011, the Abarth 500 Esseesse was a light, three-door hatchback. Although based on the Fiat 500 , the 500 Esseesse was powered by a more powerful 1.4-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine which was mated to a five-speed manual transmission. The Abarth 500 Esseesse was also fitted with a Torque Transfer Control […]
Review: Abarth 500C Esseesse (2011-14)
Overview Released in November 2011, the Abarth 500C Esseesse was a two-door, four-seat convertible with a retractable soft-top roof. Based on the Fiat 500C , the 500C Esseesse was powered by a 1.4-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine mated to a semi-automatic transmission (or clutchless sequential manual) with fully-automated and paddle shift modes. Abarth was founded […]
Recalls & faults: McLaren MP4-12C (2011-14)
Recalls: McLaren MP4-12C Overview Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are […]
Recalls & faults: Abarth 500 Esseesse (2011-14)
Recalls: Abarth 500 Esseesse Overview Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) […]
Recalls & faults: Abarth 500C Esseesse (2011-14)
Recalls: Abarth 500C Esseesse Overview Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) […]
Images: McLaren MP4-12C (2011-14)
Images: McLaren MP4-12C (2011-14) Released in November 2011, the MP4-12C was initially available as a two-door coupe, with Spider (convertible) models following in October 2012. Manufactured in Woking, England, the rear-wheel drive MP4-12C was powered by a mid-mounted 3.8-litre twin-turbo V6 petrol engine which was mated to a seven-speed double clutch transmission… Read full McLaren […]
Images: Abarth 500 Esseesse (2011-14)
Images: Abarth 500 Esseesse (2011-14) Released in March 2011, the Abarth 500 Esseesse was a light, three-door hatchback. Although based on the Fiat 500, the 500 Esseesse was powered by a more powerful 1.4-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine which was mated to a five-speed manual transmission. The Abarth 500 Esseesse was also fitted with a […]
Images: Abarth 500C Esseesse (2011-14)
Images: Abarth 500C Esseesse (2011-14) Released in November 2011, the Abarth 500C Esseesse was a two-door, four-seat convertible with a retractable soft-top roof. Based on the Fiat 500C, the 500C Esseesse was powered by a 1.4-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine mated to a semi-automatic transmission (or clutchless sequential manual) with fully-automated and paddle shift modes… […]
Videos: McLaren MP4-12C (2011-14)
Top Gear: McLaren MP4-12C vs Ferrari 458 Note Please note these videos are applicable to vehicles as they are supplied to their respective markets. As such, the features, prices and performance of the vehicles in these videos may differ from those which are supplied in Australia. Evo TV: McLaren MP4-12C review AutoExpress: McLaren MP4-12C road […]