McLaren 720S in a high-speed crash in Germany was left mangled by a guardrail after veering off an interchange. Amazingly the driver emerged with only minor injuries.
So, the 61-year-old driver of this McLaren was navigating the overpass connecting the A8 highway to the A995 connecting highway near Munich, in the German state of Bavaria. The road was wet at the time and local police mentioned “inappropriate speed” for the curve.
Even a vehicle with advanced aerodynamics, high-end traction systems, and carbon ceramic brakes can’t override the laws of physics.
Good news is that the driver walked away with minor injuries which demonstrates the incredible engineering behind modern supercars like the McLaren 720S.
The carbonfiber monocoque of the 720S is designed for rigidity and crash protection, however when pierced by metal guardrails at this speed …… wonder how close this driver was to his death.
That the driver was spared serious harm despite the rail nearly striking his head suggests both luck and solid crash engineering.
Ambulance crew were initially bracing for a fatality, based on the wreckage and were glad that the driver was mildly injured and did not need hospital treatment.
Instead, the 61-year-old driver walked away and didn’t need even need to be looked at by a doctor which is virtually unheard of in crashes this severe.
The McLaren 720S in Dark Grey and equipped with lightweight forged alloy wheels and red callipers, is now almost certainly a total loss.
The active rear wing can be seen fully deployed which confirms the high-speed impact of the crash.
Estimated cost of this car when new in Germany is around €279,000 for the base model. However, the exact price could vary based on specific configurations, optional features, and chosen paint colors, with the potential to exceed €300,000 with added options.
McLaren 720S (2017–2023) Specifications
Engine: 4.0L twin-turbo V8
Power: 720 PS (710 hp / 530 kW)
0–100 km/h (62 mph): Around 2.9 seconds
Top Speed: 341 km/h (212 mph)
Transmission: 7-speed dual-clutch
Layout: Rear-wheel drive
This crash underscores how even the best built and designed supercars can become dangerous when not treated with respect, especially in less-than-ideal driving conditions. But it also shows how advanced automotive safety has become when someone can survive such a catastrophic wreck.
The McLaren 720S is no longer in production, with the final version produced in 2023, and is now available in the used car market in Malaysia from RM900k with taxes paid.
