New or Significantly Altered Models
- 2021 BMW 4-Series Convertible
- The second generation of the 4-Series coupe and convertible arrive for the 2021 model year. The new models wear more aggressive styling and grow in overall length, width, wheelbase, and track. The 430i models are powered by a 255-hp turbocharged four-cylinder, whereas the M440i models equip a 382-hp inline six. The range topping M4 is not availalbe for the convertible in 2021.
- 2021 BMW 4-Series Coupe
- The second generation of the 4-Series coupe and convertible arrive for the 2021 model year. The new models wear more aggressive styling and grow in overall length, width, wheelbase, and track. The 430i models are powered by a 255-hp turbocharged four-cylinder, whereas the M440i models equip a 382-hp inline six. The range topping M4 appears in only coupe form for 2021. Under its hood you will find a 473-hp, turbocharged, inline six. A competition package for the M4 ups the horsepower to 503 and adds larger 19 and 20-inch wheels.
Updated Models
- 2021 BMW 5-Series sedan
- The BMW 5-Series receives a mid-cycle update for 2021. Exterior changes include a larger grille and redesigned adaptive LED headlights in the front and updated taillight and exhaust finishers in the rear. Due to the styling changes the 5-Series has grown 1.2 in. in length. Six-cylinder models now employ mild-hybrid technology to increase fuel economy. Power on 530e models is up due to changes in the eDrive system. Other powertrain options remain unchanged.
Mostly Unchanged
- 2021 BMW 2-Series Convertible
- 2021 BMW 2-Series Coupe
- 2021 BMW 2-Series Gran Coupe
- 2021 BMW 3-Series sedan
- The 330e and 330e xDrive plug-in hybrid models join the 3-Series lineup.
- 2021 BMW 7-Series
- 2021 BMW 8-Series convertible
- The M8 coupe and convertible are not imported to the US for the 2021 model year.
- 2021 BMW 8-Series Coupe
- The M8 coupe and convertible are not imported to the US for the 2021 model year.
- 2021 BMW 8-Series Gran Coupe
- The stand alone Competition model has been replaced by an optional Competition package.
- 2021 BMW i3
- 2021 BMW X1
- 2021 BMW X2
- 2021 BMW X3
- The stand alone Competition model has been replaced by an optional Competition package.
- 2021 BMW X4
- The stand alone Competition model has been replaced by an optional Competition package.
- 2021 BMW X5
- The X5 adds a plug-in hybrid model. The xDrive50i model has been dropped. The stand alone Competition model has been replaced by an optional Competition package.
- 2021 BMW X6
- The stand alone Competition model has been replaced by an optional Competition package.
- 2021 BMW X7
- The X7 adds an Alpina model, the XB7. The 4.4l V8 in the XB7 is rated at 612-bhp and 590 lb-ft. A limited production X7 Dark Shadow edition model is offered. The xDrive50i model has been dropped.
- 2021 BMW Z4
Discontinued
- 2020 BMW i8
- 2020 BMW i8 Roadster