McLaren VRT Calculator
Calculate VRT for McLaren vehicles importing to Ireland
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Calculate VRT for your McLaren with model-specific considerations.
Why McLaren is Popular in Ireland
McLaren is a British manufacturer obsessed with supercars. They're imported here more than you'd think, and nailing the VRT figure before you commit can save you serious money. VRT runs off the Irish OMSP — what the car is worth here, not what you paid overseas — so a lower-CO2 variant is almost always the cheaper bet.
Popular McLaren Models
McLaren 570S
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McLaren 720S
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McLaren 600LT
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McLaren 765LT
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McLaren VRT Bands in Ireland
VRT in Ireland is charged on a CO2 percentage basis. The lower the CO2 emissions of your McLaren, the lower the rate. The current VRT rate ranges from 7% (CO2 up to 50g/km) up to 41% (CO2 above 190g/km), applied to the OMSP. Electric McLaren models qualify for up to €5,000 VRT relief (tapering to zero at €50,000 OMSP).
Because McLaren offers supercars, buyers should compare the specific CO2 figure of each model rather than assuming all variants cost the same. Small differences in emissions can move a car between bands and change the VRT by several thousand euro.
Importing a McLaren to Ireland
Importing a McLaren from the UK or EU follows the standard Irish process: pay any applicable customs duty, pay Irish VAT at 23%, then present the vehicle at a Revenue VRT office with the registration document, proof of purchase, Certificate of Conformity, and NOx emissions data. Revenue assesses the OMSP and applies the CO2-based VRT rate. Allow two to four weeks for the full process.
Lower-CO2 and electric McLaren models are the smartest imports from a VRT perspective, while high-performance variants with emissions above 190g/km sit in the top 41% band and attract the highest charges.
McLaren VRT FAQs
How is VRT calculated on a McLaren imported to Ireland?
VRT on a McLaren uses the same CO2-based system as all Irish imports. Revenue assesses the OMSP, applies age-related depreciation (10% at 1-2 years up to 50% over 5 years), then charges the CO2-band percentage rate. Electric models qualify for VRT relief (up to €5,000, tapering to zero at €50,000 OMSP).
Which McLaren model has the lowest VRT?
The lowest VRT applies to the lowest-CO2 McLaren models, especially electric variants that qualify for up to €5,000 VRT relief. The plug-in hybrid relief ended on 31 December 2021, so only fully electric models now get relief. Always check the official WLTP CO2 figure for the exact car.
Does importing a McLaren save money?
Importing can save versus Irish forecourt prices, but you must add VRT, any customs duty, and 23% VAT. Compare the total landed cost before committing.