2021 Cars: Every New and Updated Model

American consumers might purchase more trucks and crossovers than cars, but that's not stopping automakers from unveiling new or significantly refreshed versions of their sedan , coupe , convertible , and even wagon models. These same company's are also expanding the lines of the vehicles they previously introduced with the reveal of new body styles or trims with high-performance gas, gasoline-electric hybrid, or electric powertrain options. We've got each covered in the following slides. That said, we did ignore new powertrain and trim options to previously available models that either lacked some form of electrification or any noteworthy performance enhancements. Click through to see the new and updated cars for 2021.

2021 Acura TLX

With fresh sheet metal, a standard 272-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, and an available 355-hp turbocharged 3.0-liter V-6, the 2021 Acura TLX finally offers the styling and dynamic competence to adequately compete in the luxury sports sedan segment.

2021 Aston Martin Vantage Roadster

Aston's entry-level sports car loses its roof for 2021. The Vantage Roadster shares its key mechanical components, including its Mercedes-AMG -sourced 503-hp twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8, with its coupe counterpart, but gains a total of 132 pounds worth of additional bracing and electronic bits for its power-folding soft top. Unlike the Vantage coupe , which welcomes the limited-edition Vantage AMR 's seven-speed manual gearbox to the options menu for 2021, the Roadster comes exclusively with an eight-speed automatic transmission.

2021 Audi A7 55 TFSI e

Although Audi redesigned the A7 for the 2019 model year, the German brand brings a couple of new powertrains to the low-slung four-door for 2021, including the gasoline-electric hybrid setup powering the 55 TFSI e model. Made up of a turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four and an electric motor, the plug-in powertrain affords the all-wheel-drive A7 55 TFSI e a maximum output of 362 hp—an extra 27 horses over the standard six-cylinder A7. With its 14.1-kWh battery pack, the A7 55 TFSI e offers up to 24 miles of electric driving on a full charge, per the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Firing up the gas engine, meanwhile, nets an EPA-combined figure of 29 mpg, or 5 mpg better than the entry-level six-cylinder model.

2021 Audi RS 5

The updates of the 2020 Audi A5 and S5 finally arrive on the RS 5 for 2021. As such, the 444-hp coupe and four-door hatchback (or Sportback in Audi parlance) feature reworked front and rear ends that incorporate Audi's latest styling cues. The RS 5 also welcomes the German brand's most up-to-date infotainment setup, which ditches the prior console-mounted control knob for a touchscreen.

Additionally, the 2021 RS 5 is available in two limited-edition trims: The Ascari Launch Edition and Black Optic Launch Edition . The former sees 25 coupes and 100 Sportbacks done up in a coat of Ascari Blue paint (among other things), while the latter adds the likes of black trim finishes (and in the case of the coupe, a black roof) to 100 coupes and 325 Sportbacks. Black optic RS 5s are available with bodies painted in black, white, red, or one of two grays (Daytona or Nardo).

2021 Audi RS 6

Audi's midsize model brings more power to the table for 2021. While the A6 sedan 's new Sport trim welcomes an additional 13 horses to its standard turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine's stable for a total of 261 ponies, the model line's real showstopper comes in the form of the RS 6 wagon, or Avant in the Audi vernacular. With a 591-hp twin-turbocharged V-8 under its hood, this wagon rockets to 60 mph in a manufacturer-estimated 3.5 seconds. Those in search of a 2021 Audi RS 6 with an extra dose of nostalgia ought to nab an  RS Tribute Edition models. Limited to 25 units, the Nogaro blue RS 6 RS Tribute Edition pays respect to the Audi RS 2 wagon of the 1990s.

2021 Audi RS 7

Want the 591-hp powertrain of the 2021 Audi RS 6 sans its wagon shape? Then the 2021 Audi RS 7  and its more sedan-like looks ought to do the trick.

2021 BMW 4 Series

A new BMW 4 Series coupe and convertible arrive for 2021 to complement the recently redesigned 3 Series sedan . While the two-door Bimmer's oversized kidney grilles certainly do its face no favors, the car's standard 255-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder and available 382-hp turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six might just offer enough straight-line performance to compensate for the model's mug. Alas, neither the four-cylinder 430i nor the six-cylinder M440i is available with a six-speed manual transmission. Fortunately, the stick-shift survives in the 473-hp 2021 BMW M4 . The more powerful, 503-hp M4 Competition, meanwhile, comes exclusively with an eight-speed automatic.

2021 BMW M3

Although the latest BMW 3 Series hit the scene for the 2019 model year, its most sporting iteration finally arrives for 2021. For better or worse, the latest M3 cribs its front-end styling from its two-door 4 Series-based counterpart. Look past the 2021 M3's distinct front fascia, though, and the BMW sports sedan offers plenty of behind-the-wheel thrills courtesy of its 473-hp twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six engine that mates to a six-speed manual transmission. As in the M4, the 503-hp M3 Competition swaps the standard M3's stick for an eight-speed automatic gearbox.

2021 BMW 5 Series

The BMW 5 Series model line goes under the knife for 2021. Along with refreshed styling, the midsize Bimmer sedan's gasoline-electric hybrid 530e and eight-cylinder M550i trims see power rise from 248 and 456 horses to 288 and 523 ponies, respectively. As before, the model also comes in 530i, 540i, and M5 guises.

2021 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Redeye

The 2021 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat produces a whopping 717 hp from its supercharged 6.2-liter V-8 engine. Yet, some consumers apparently want even more power from their Dodge sedan. In order to appease this lot, the American brand welcomes a new 797-hp variant of the four-door Hellcat: the Redeye . Look for this powerful sedan to largely mirror the performance of its two-door Challenger SRT Hellcat Redeye stablemate, which accelerated to 60 mph in 3.8 seconds in our testing.

2021 Ferrari 812 GTS

The Ferrari 812 Superfast coupe adds a drop-top sibling for 2021:  the 812 GTS.  The V-12 roadster packs a healthy 789 hp—enough power to rocket the Superfast to 60 mph in 2.8 seconds in our testing. Expect similar performance from the GTS, albeit with more wind in its occupants' hair.

2021 Ferrari F8 Spider

Like the 812 Superfast, the Ferrari F8 Tributo gains a convertible stablemate for 2021. As in the coupe, the F8 Spider sports a mid-mounted 710-hp V-8 engine.

2021 Ferrari Portofino M

Ferrari modifies the Portofino for 2021 and affixes an M to the model's name as a means of alerting the masses to the convertible's spate of updates. The most notable changes, however, are to the car's twin-turbocharged 3.9-liter V-8 engine, which now makes 612 hp (21 more than before). Additionally, an eight-speed automatic gearbox replaces the prior seven-speed unit.

2021 Ferrari Roma

Want a Ferrari Portofino M sans the complicated convertible kit? Then look no further than the Ferrari Roma , which shares its key mechanical bits with the Portofino M. For better or worse, the Roma's looks differ significantly from those of its open-top counterpart.

2021 Ferrari SF90 Stradale

Ferrari continues to experiment with high-performance gasoline-electric hybrid powertrains, and the SF90 Stradale is the latest model from the Italian brand to feature the technology. Unlike the 12-cylinder LaFerrari hybrid supercar, the SF90 relies on a twin-turbo 4.0-liter V-8 and three electric motors for propulsion (two of which power the front axle). The combined efforts of these power sources net the all-wheel-drive SF90 Stradale a peak of 986 hp, which is good for a manufacturer-estimated run to 60 mph of fewer than 2.5 seconds. Additionally, the plug-in hybrid SF90 Stradale's 8-kWh battery pack affords it a manufacturer-claimed electric driving range of about 15 miles on a full charge.

2021 Ford Mustang Mach 1

Ford 's dusting off the old Mach 1 name and affixing it to a special variant of the 2021 Mustang . Bridging the gap between the prior Mustang Bullitt and the now-defunct Mustang Shelby GT350 , the Mach 1 combines the 480-hp 5.0-liter V-8 engine of the former (albeit with some choice GT350 pieces) with the Tremec-sourced six-speed manual of the latter. A 10-speed automatic transmission is available for those not fond of rowing their own gears. An optional Handling package further improves the sports coupe's lateral dynamics but is limited exclusively to stick-shift Mach 1s.

2021 Genesis G80

The Genesis G80 enters its second generation with stand-out styling and a pair of new engines: a  standard 300-hp turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder and an available 375-hp twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter V-6. While the 2021 G80 certainly brings some fight to the midsize luxury sedan segment , it lacks the refinement of stalwarts such as the Mercedes-Benz E-Class .

2021 Honda Accord

Honda subtly updates the Accord for 2021 with some small exterior enhancements, a few more standard features, and a handful of new or updated trim levels. It's not all additions, though, as  the family sedan also loses its previously available manual transmission.

2021 Hyundai Elantra

Hyundai takes its Elantra compact sedan from snoozy to slinky for 2021. The redesigned 2021 Elantra comes standard with a 147-hp 2.0-liter inline-four, while the new-for-2021 Elantra Hybrid features a 139-hp gasoline-electric hybrid powertrain. Those looking for some additional dynamism, however, will want to take a gander at the sporty Elantra N Line , which replaces the prior Elantra Sport . Equipped with a 201-hp turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder and a standard six-speed manual transmission (or an available seven-speed dual-clutch automatic), the Elantra N Line aims to take on the likes of the Volkswagen Jetta GLI .

2021 Hyundai Sonata N Line

The 2021 Hyundai Sonata N Line brings an extra dose of performance to the Korean brand's recently redesigned midsize sedan. Equipped with a trim-specific 290-hp turbocharged 2.5-liter inline-four and eight-speed dual-clutch automatic, the Sonata N Line managed to accelerate to 60 mph in a mere 5.3 seconds in our testing. By comparison, the Honda Accord 2.0T and Toyota Camry TRD needed 5.7 and 5.8 seconds, respectively, to hit the same mark.

2021 Jaguar F-Type

Jaguar grafts a new face to its F-Type sports coupe and convertible for 2021. Accompanying the car's new looks are 25 extra horses in the high-performance F-Type R , which now packs 575-hp from its supercharged 5.0-liter V-8. A 296-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder serves as the base engine, while a 380-hp supercharged 3.0-liter V-6 slots between the four-pot and big eight. All three engines pair to an eight-speed automatic gearbox.

2021 Jaguar XF

The Jaguar XF  midsize luxury sedan gets a facelift for 2021. Refreshed fascias and a reworked cabin with Jaguar's latest infotainment setup lead the changes. For better or worse, the 2021 XF is a four-cylinder-only affair. A 246-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder comes standard, while a 296-hp unit is optional. Pour one out for the XF wagon , though, as Jaguar's pulled the body style from the United States market.

2021 Kia K5

Kia kills the Optima for 2021 and replaces it with the K5 . Like the outgoing Kia family sedan, the K5 comes standard with front-wheel drive, although all-wheel-drive is an optional extra on models equipped with the 180-hp turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine. An available 290-hp turbo 2.5-liter four-pot brings a straight-line punch that better matches the sedan's slinky styling.

2021 Kia Rio

The subcompact Kia Rio sedan and hatch enter the 2021 model year with revised looks courtesy of new front and rear fascias. A large 8.0-inch infotainment screen replaces last year's 7.0-inch unit and includes wireless Apple CarPlay compatibility.

2021 Lexus IS

A thorough exterior refresh breathes new life into the aging Lexus IS for 2021 . Sadly, the sedan's middling powertrains carry over, as does its cramped rear bench seat.

2021 Lexus LS

It might not look much different on the outside, but the 2021 Lexus LS packs one big change inside: a touchscreen infotainment system. Anyone who's fiddled with the Japanese luxury brand's finicky touchpad interface surely understands why this is such a welcome upgrade to this full-size luxury sedan. Revised suspension tuning and a handful of powertrain improvements promise to make this Lexus more comfortable than ever.

2021 Lexus LC Convertible

The Lexus LC coupe adds a convertible counterpart for 2021. Unlike the coupe, which offers a gasoline-electric hybrid powertrain in the LC 500h , the convertible is available only in LC 500 guise, which signals its use of a gas V-8 engine.

2021 Lucid Air

Lucid looks to take on the Tesla Model S with its Air electric sedan . While the luxury EV will eventually sell for less than $80,000, the initial batch of 2021 Airs—all top-of-the-line Dream Editions—are set to ring in at close to $170,000. Still, the high-end Air trim packs plenty of performance to justify its price tag. With 1,080-hp from its electric motors, the Air Dream Edition ought to hit 60 mph in 2.5 seconds, per Lucid, and exceed 500 miles of driving range from a full charge, too. We personally witnessed an Air travel 490 miles on a charge before calling it quits.

2021 Maserati Ghibli

Maserati subtly alters the style of its Ghibli mid-size sedan for the 2021 model year by way of a reworked grille and new taillights. Additionally, a new infotainment system with a 10.1-inch screen finds its way into the 2021 Ghibli's cabin.

2021 Maserati Quattroporte

Like its smaller sibling, the Ghibli, the 2021 Maserati Quattroporte receives a new grille, taillights, and infotainment system with a 10.1-inch screen.

2021 Mazda 3 2.5T

The Mazda 3 welcomes two new engines to its lineup for 2021: a 155-hp 2.0-liter inline-four and a 250-hp turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder. The former, sedan-only unit, however, fails to interest us in the same way the latter option does, which is available in both the sedan and hatch and comes standard with all-wheel drive. Despite its eyebrow-raising power figure, the Mazda 3 2.5T is not the long overdue Mazdaspeed 3 replacement we hoped for. With only a six-speed automatic transmission available, the 2.5T aims for a more refined consumer set. Nevertheless, as much as Mazda wants its turbocharged compact car to take on the likes of the Acura ILX and Mercedes-Benz A-Class , the Japanese brand surely knows its turbocharged sedan and hatch will more likely attract shoppers l0oking at vehicles such as the Hyundai Elantra N Line , Kia Forte GT, and Volkswagen Golf GTI and Jetta GLI.

2021 McLaren 765LT

If the McLaren 720S is too tame for your tastes, then have a look at the 2021 McLaren 765LT . Based on the lesser 720S , the 765LT builds on that model's already heady dynamic capabilities. With 755 hp on tap (almost 45 horses more than the 720S) from its mid-mounted twin-turbo 4.0-liter V-8 engine, the long-tailed 765LT accelerates to 60 mph in a manufacturer-estimated 2.7 seconds and tops out at 205 mph. Given we managed a faster run to the mile-a-minute mark in a 720S , we bet the 765 LT makes its way to 60 mph in under 2.5 seconds.

2021 Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series

Mercedes-AMG continues to improve upon its GT sports car . While the base model welcomes an additional 54 horses to its twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8 engine's stable—for a total of 523 ponies—for 2021, the GT's big news for the new model year is the addition of the racy Black Series model. With 720 hp on tap and a barrage of big wings, the GT Black Series is arguably the closest thing available to a street-legal Mercedes-AMG GT3 race car.

2021 Mercedes E-Class

Mercedes enhances the entire 2021 E-Class model line with reworked styling that better matches the brand's latest design language. Additionally, the German brand formally and entirely replaces the prior car's V-6 with its newer I-6 engine (it was previously available on certain E-Class models). Be it a Benz or an AMG in sedan, wagon, coupe, or convertible guise, the E-Class offers a body style or powertrain that ought to appease just about any consumer. No wonder we named it our 2021 Car of the Year .

2021 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Mercedes redesigns its flagship S-Class sedan for 2021 . The new model comes to the United States in six-cylinder S 500 and eight-cylinder S 580 forms (with 429 and 496 hp, respectively). The latter model opens the doors to the Mercedes-Maybach treatment, which adds an even cushier passenger experience for those in the rear courtesy of a 7.1-inch wheelbase stretch. While the 2021 S-Class dons rather conservative sheet metal, its interior design is far more radical. Credit the cabin's minimalist looks and massive 12.8-inch touchscreen infotainment display that appears to snake its way from the center console and up the center stack.

2021 Mitsubishi Mirage

The Mitsubishi Mirage puts on a fresh face for 2021 . Under the hood, however, sits the same wheezy 1.2-liter three-cylinder engine as before.

2021 Porsche 911 Targa

After a year hiatus, the Targa body style returns to the 911 line . Now based on the current 992-generation 911, the 2021 Porsche 911 Targa comes in 4 and 4S trims; the former packs 379 horses, the latter 443 ponies. Both come standard with all-wheel-drive. An eight-speed dual-clutch automatic is available with both Targa trims, however, the Targa 4S also offers a seven-speed manual option.

2021 Porsche 911 Turbo

With 572 hp, the 2021 Porsche 911 Turbo manages to scoot to 60 mph in a manufacturer-estimated 2.7 seconds and reach a top speed of 199 mph. More oomph is available by way of the 640-hp Turbo S , which shaves an estimated 0.1 second from the trot to 60 mph and adds 6 mph to the top speed.

2021 Porsche Panamera

Porsche reworks its Panamera sedan and wagon—Sport Turismo in Porsche parlance—for 2021. While revisions to the model's front and rear fascias, as well as its insides, are minimal, the 2021 Panamera boasts a number of mechanical updates over the 2020 car. It starts with the base trim, which trades last year's 330-hp turbocharged 3.0-liter V-6 for a 325-hp twin-turbocharged 2.9-liter V-6. Additionally, the Panamera 4S welcomes an additional 3 horses to its stable for a total of 443 ponies, while the gasoline-electric Panamera 4 E-Hybrid now makes 455 hp—2 hp less than the 2020 model. A new 4S E-Hybrid trim, however, nets a total of 552 hp. The  Panamera GTS sticks around, too, only the model's twin-turbo 4.0-liter V-8 engine now pumps out 473 hp to the old car's 453 hp.

At the top of the Panamera totem pole sit the 620-hp Turbo S and the 689-hp Turbo S E-Hybrid . The former replaces the prior 550-hp Panamera Turbo , while the latter improves on the outgoing 677-hp Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid.

2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost

The Rolls-Royce Ghost is all-new for 2021. While the 12-cylinder Ghost serves as Rolls-Royce's entry-level sedan, the model is every bit as opulent as its more than $330,000 price tag suggests. Those with the means can add an extra layer of luxury by opting for the  Ghost Extended , which benefits from an even roomier rear seating area courtesy of its 6.0-inch longer wheelbase.

2021 Tesla Model 3

Along with more driving range, the 2021 Tesla Model 3 benefits from a redesigned center console with a standard wireless charging pad and USB-C ports. New wheels and blacked-out exterior trim pieces further help set the 2021 Model 3 apart from earlier iterations of Tesla 's entry-level sedan.

2021 Toyota Camry

The 2021 Toyota Camry welcomes subtle exterior and interior updates, including a reworked dashboard with a standard 7.0-inch touchscreen and an available 9.0-inch unit. Other changes include the addition of the XSE trim to the gasoline-electric Camry Hybrid and the adoption of the latest Toyota Safety Sense suite of active safety features.

2021 Toyota Mirai

The 2021 Toyota Mirai proves hydrogen fuel-cell vehicles can look good. Riding on new underpinnings and sending its power to the rear wheels, as opposed to the current front-drive Mirai , the 2021 model gives us hope for a hydrogen-powered future.

2021 Volkswagen Arteon

The Volkswagen Arteon goes under the knife just one model year after its release in the United States. For 2021, the flagship Volkswagen model sports mildly tweaked styling, a reworked cabin, and more safety features. Unfortunately, Volkswagen has no plans to ship the slinky Arteon wagon  or more powerful Arteon R to our shores.

2021 Volvo S90/V90

A handful of minor styling tweaks, as well as some minor content revisions, keep the Volvo S90 sedan and V90 wagon fresh for the 2021 model year .

2021 Cars: Every New and Updated Model

• 2021 Acura TLX
• 2021 Aston Martin Vantage Roadster

• 2021 Audi A7 55 TFSI e
• 2021 Audi RS 5

• 2021 Audi RS 6
• 2021 Audi RS 7

• 2021 BMW 4 Series
• 2021 BMW M3 

• 2021 BMW 5 Series
• 2021 Ferrari 812 GTS

• 2021 Ferrari F8 Spider
• 2021 Ferrari Portofino M

• 2021 Ferrari Roma
• 2021 Ferrari SF90 Stradale

• 2021 Ford Mustang Mach 1
• 2021 Genesis G80

• 2021 Honda Accord
• 2021 Hyundai Elantra

• 2021 Hyundai Sonata N Line
• 2021 Jaguar F-Type

• 2021 Jaguar XF
• 2021 Kia K5

• 2021 Lexus IS
• 2021 Lexus LC Convertible

• 2021 Lexus LS
• 2021 Lucid Air

• 2021 Maserati Ghibli
• 2021 Maserati Quattroporte

• 2021 Mazda 3 2.5T
• 2021 McLaren 765LT

• 2021 Mercedes E-Class
• 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series

• 2021 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
• 2021 Mitsubishi Mirage

• 2021 Polestar 2
• 2021 Porsche 911 Targa

• 2021 Porsche 911 Turbo
• 2021 Porsche Panamera

• 2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost
• 2021 Tesla Model 3

• 2021 Toyota Camry
• 2021 Toyota Mirai

• 2021 Volkswagen Arteon
• 2021 Volvo S90/V90