Best Coupes For 2021

In every category, the C-Class demonstrates strength. It hits all the marks, making it a balanced proposition in the luxury compact universe. Materials inside the C-Class are several grades better than its previous generations and in competitors like BMW. The slick-looking coupe is soft-edged, delicate, and full of elegant details. For a relatively small car designed primarily for

In every category, the C-Class demonstrates strength. It hits all the marks, making it a balanced proposition in the luxury compact universe. Materials inside the C-Class are several grades better than its previous generations and in competitors like BMW. The slick-looking coupe is soft-edged, delicate, and full of elegant details. For a relatively small car designed primarily for style and the comfort of front-seat passengers, it also has a surprisingly large back seat. Slated for a redesign for the 2022 model year, we expect the C-Class to continue its legacy of excellence and that includes the coupe.

The Mercedes-Benz E-Class has what it takes to meet the needs—or, more accurately, wants—of an extensive range of luxury-car buyers. They will, however, have to pay up for the privilege. A mild styling update for the 2021 model year ensures the E-Class continues to blend classic touches, such as the coupe’s hardtop roofline, with modern appeal. This is a styling ethos

The Mercedes-Benz E-Class has what it takes to meet the needs—or, more accurately, wants—of an extensive range of luxury-car buyers. They will, however, have to pay up for the privilege. A mild styling update for the 2021 model year ensures the E-Class continues to blend classic touches, such as the coupe’s hardtop roofline, with modern appeal. This is a styling ethos Mercedes-Benz seems to have perfected, particularly when it comes to the coupes.

Similar in size and features, the Audi A5 is a more sophisticated and sportier take on the A4 sedan. Whereas the A4 is available only as a four-door car, the A5 offers buyers a choice of three distinct body styles: a two-door coupe, a four-door Sportback hatchback and a Cabriolet. But it’s the coupe that defines the A5. Powered by a turbocharged 261-horsepower four-cylinder engine

Similar in size and features, the Audi A5 is a more sophisticated and sportier take on the A4 sedan. Whereas the A4 is available only as a four-door car, the A5 offers buyers a choice of three distinct body styles: a two-door coupe, a four-door Sportback hatchback and a Cabriolet. But it’s the coupe that defines the A5. Powered by a turbocharged 261-horsepower four-cylinder engine tied to a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission in A5 trim, an S5 performance model is also available that relies on a larger, twin-turbo 361-horsepower V6 matched and an eight-speed automatic. To sweeten the deal, both versions include quattro all-wheel drive as standard kit. 

Initially launched only as a coupe, a 2 Series convertible debuted for 2015, followed by numerous performance variants. (The similarly-named four-door 2 Series Gran Coupe rides an entirely different platform than the two-door 2 Series models, so we cover it separately.) While the 2 Series cope may offer only a vestigial rear seat, it makes up for it with razor-sharp reflexes and

Initially launched only as a coupe, a 2 Series convertible debuted for 2015, followed by numerous performance variants. (The similarly-named four-door 2 Series Gran Coupe rides an entirely different platform than the two-door 2 Series models, so we cover it separately.) While the 2 Series cope may offer only a vestigial rear seat, it makes up for it with razor-sharp reflexes and confidence-inspiring handling of the type only small car can deliver.

If American iron is your thing, you can’t get more juice and style for the money than the Mustang, and that includes the surprisingly capable turbocharged four-cylinder sleeper. Then again, if your soul desires a traditional V8, the Mustang is more than happy to oblige with 5.0 and 5.2-liter V8s and up to 526 horsepower. Fast, fun, fresh and affordable, the Mustang is a modern-day coupe classic. 

If American iron is your thing, you can’t get more juice and style for the money than the Mustang, and that includes the surprisingly capable turbocharged four-cylinder sleeper. Then again, if your soul desires a traditional V8, the Mustang is more than happy to oblige with 5.0 and 5.2-liter V8s and up to 526 horsepower. Fast, fun, fresh and affordable, the Mustang is a modern-day coupe classic. 

For people who can make peace with its polarizing grille—or who actually like it—the redesigned 4 Series is an elegant, confidence-inspiring luxury coupe and convertible. It’s smooth, effortlessly powerful, well-appointed and surprisingly efficient. Hardcore BMW fans may wish for more personality and pure handling sensation, but the 4 Series makes short work of any road.

For people who can make peace with its polarizing grille—or who actually like it—the redesigned 4 Series is an elegant, confidence-inspiring luxury coupe and convertible. It’s smooth, effortlessly powerful, well-appointed and surprisingly efficient. Hardcore BMW fans may wish for more personality and pure handling sensation, but the 4 Series makes short work of any road.

The Jaguar F-Type still looks gorgeous a seven years after its was introduced and more than a decade after Jaguar”s inital CX-16 concept car that previewed it. Consider it a testament to the timelessness of both the F-Type’s classic GT proportions and Jaguar’s masterful, heritage-inspired styling themes. Options run from the lightweight, nimble P300 model with its 296-horsepower

The Jaguar F-Type still looks gorgeous a seven years after its was introduced and more than a decade after Jaguar”s inital CX-16 concept car that previewed it. Consider it a testament to the timelessness of both the F-Type’s classic GT proportions and Jaguar’s masterful, heritage-inspired styling themes. Options run from the lightweight, nimble P300 model with its 296-horsepower turbo four-cylinder to the rip-snortin’ V8-powered 575-horsepower SVR with three powertrain choices in between. The F-type is a classic coupe with a low profile and snug interior. Still, tailored upholstery, sculpted seat frames and a 10-inch high-resolution infotainment system ensure the F-Type is as luxurious as it is sporty. 

The Camaro’s familiar silhouette and numerous powertrain and trim packages offer a wide array of options for enthusiasts, from the 295-horsepower four-cylinder to the 650-horsepower supercharged V8 in the Camaro ZL1. Even better, the Camaro handles great right out of the box, and the LT1 handling package is on offer to make it even sharper. While the new Ford Mustang GT500 and

The Camaro’s familiar silhouette and numerous powertrain and trim packages offer a wide array of options for enthusiasts, from the 295-horsepower four-cylinder to the 650-horsepower supercharged V8 in the Camaro ZL1. Even better, the Camaro handles great right out of the box, and the LT1 handling package is on offer to make it even sharper. While the new Ford Mustang GT500 and Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat offer headline-grabbing power, the Camaro draws its faithful through ongoing improvements, an impressive chassis and balanced performance.

The Dodge Challenger hasn’t changed much in the last couple of years, and that’s precisely what fans of the model expect. This throwback muscle car brims with power and attitude and bridges the gap between modern technology and old-school design. The V6 is competent and far from a value-leading consolation prize, and top models such as the Hellcat Redeye produce nearly 800 horsepower!

The Dodge Challenger hasn’t changed much in the last couple of years, and that’s precisely what fans of the model expect. This throwback muscle car brims with power and attitude and bridges the gap between modern technology and old-school design. The V6 is competent and far from a value-leading consolation prize, and top models such as the Hellcat Redeye produce nearly 800 horsepower! Yet, the Challenger is also surprisingly comfortable and docile for everyday driving duty.

While the Lexus RC has few whiskers on its aging chin, its curvaceous shape still belies its mid-$40,000 base price. Think of it as a grand tourer in the traditional sense, as even in the hotted-up F-Sport trim with 311-horsepower V6, it lags behind the competition in raw performance. On the other hand, its classic coupe dimensions, smooth ride and overall stoic aura are rare at

While the Lexus RC has few whiskers on its aging chin, its curvaceous shape still belies its mid-$40,000 base price. Think of it as a grand tourer in the traditional sense, as even in the hotted-up F-Sport trim with 311-horsepower V6, it lags behind the competition in raw performance. On the other hand, its classic coupe dimensions, smooth ride and overall stoic aura are rare at this price point. Just remember to pack light. 

The Infiniti Q60 coupe is the sleeker and aggressively styled two-door sibling to the Q50 sedan. The Q60 coupe’s power comes from a twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 making 300 horsepower in the base Pure and mid-grade Luxe trim, but the real heat comes in the form of the Q60 Red Sport 400 variant that extracts 400 horsepower from the same V6. The driver-focused cockpit blends in

The Infiniti Q60 coupe is the sleeker and aggressively styled two-door sibling to the Q50 sedan. The Q60 coupe’s power comes from a twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 making 300 horsepower in the base Pure and mid-grade Luxe trim, but the real heat comes in the form of the Q60 Red Sport 400 variant that extracts 400 horsepower from the same V6. The driver-focused cockpit blends in a fair amount of luxury, creating a modern take on the classic coupe formula. With prices beginning in the low-$40,000 range (all-wheel drive is a $2.000 upcharge across the lineup), it’s a compelling package.