12 New Sports SUVs of 2021: When Versatility Meets Irrational Performance

An average number of horsepower coming from under the hood of a modern family SUV rarely exceeds 300, and even less if we are talking about European models. Such figures are nothing but a laughing matter for the lineup that we will be presenting you today. The sports SUVs of 2021 employ turbo and superchargers to double their horse teams, get gigantic brake rotors, stiff suspensions and do their best to stay away from normalcy as far as they can.

More on the fastest cars in their segments in previous #AutomotiveTerritory videos:

Newest SUVs with the utmost levels of luxury: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zwxfBaQB2V8

Family-friendly crossovers with great performance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=694a3vhotYM

Detailed information about all of the vehicles that appeared in this #AT_New_Cars release:

Bentley Bentayga Speed: bentleymotors.com/en/models/new-bentayga/new-bentayga-speed.html

Modern requirements for an SUV dictate that even the ultra-luxury models have to exceed not only in the opulence of the hand-crafted interiors but also demonstrate record-braking top speeds. The performance Speed modification of the facelifted Bentayga.

Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat: dodge.com/2021/durango/hellcat.html

The all-new SRT Hellcat is the undisputable performance star of the refreshed Durango range, that will exclusively available for one model year and will be discontinued afterwards due to emission regulations.

Dodge Durango SRT 392: dodge.com/durango/srt.html

Originally launched as 2018 model, the SRT 392 version of the 7-seater enjoys the same exterior and interior updates as the rest of the lineup, while offering proven sporty driving with an exclusive 6.4L Hemi V8 engine.

VW Touareg R: volkswagen-newsroom.com/en/touareg-r-5804

Volkswagen does not shy away from taking the full advantage of electrification technologies, so the latest Touareg R flagship debuts with a PHEV drivetrain at heart. The system is built around a 340-horsepower 3.0-liter V6 engine and a 136-hp electric motor, that together net 462 hps and 516 lb-ft.

BMW X5 M and BMW X6 M Competition First Edition: bmw-m.com/en/topics/magazine-article-pool/bmw-x5-m-competition-bmw-x6-m-competition-first-edition.html

The first units of the M-modified X5 and X6 crossovers have hit the market in spring 2020, but somehow the First Edition variant of the duo will be sold only starting from 2021. The rollout will be limited to 250 models each.

Audi SQ7 and SQ8 TFSI 2021: audi-mediacenter.com/en/presskits/audi-sq7-and-sq8-tfsi-13103 and Audi Q8 TFSI e quattro 2021: audi-mediacenter.com/en/audi-q8-tfsi-e-quattro-13262

After the latest refresh of the Q line in 2020, the upcoming model year will bring three more performance modications of the crossover SQ7, SQ8 TFSI and Audi Q8 TFSI e quattro.

Jaguar F-Pace SVR media.jaguarlandrover.com/news/2020/12/new-jaguar-f-pace-svr-performance-suv-faster-more-luxurious-and-more-refined-ever

As unapologetic in performance as ever, the 2021 Jaguar F-Pace SVR arrives restyled inside and out, and even gains a 35-percent improvement in aerodynamic lift. Its supercharged 5.0-litre V8 still makes 550 horses, but has the torque raised to 516 lb-ft, achieving 0 to 60 acceleration in 3.8seconds.

Porsche Cayenne GTS and Cayenne GTS Coupé presse.porsche.de/prod/presse_pag/PressResources.nsf/jumppage/modelle-cayenne-gts?OpenDocument

After a 2-year long absence from the Cayenne range, the GTS trim returns to the brand’s stables in SUV and Coupe-SUV body styles.

Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC SUV + Coupé: mbusa.com/en/vehicles/model/gle/coupe/gle63c4s

Back in 1999, the GLE Class, known at the time as Mercedes ML, was the model that started the sports SUV craze, offering buyers a 347-horsepower-stong 5.5L V8 engine, mid 6 seconds 0 to 60 acceleration, and a maximum speed of 144 mph. 2021 Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S 4MATIC is not lagging behind its famous forefather, being equipped with an economical 4.0L V8 biturbo that, for the first time in the GLE history, features a mild-hybrid EQ Boost system.

Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 4MATIC+: mbusa.com/en/vehicles/class/gls/suv/type-amg

Revealed in late 2019, 2021 Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 4MATIC becomes even more power hungry in the 3rd generation of the model. The 3-row tops out at 155 mph, but with an optional driver’s package, the maximum velocity increases to 174 mph.

Lister Stealth: lister.com/blog/lister-lfp-stealth

No one can deny the fact that a stock Jaguar F-Pace SVR is already a mighty machine, but in order to obtain the title of Britain’s fastest SUV it had to be rebadged to a Lister Stealth and thoroughly upgraded.

Carlex RS Q8: carlexdesign.com/pl/limitowane-edycje/audi-rs-q8/racing-green-edition

Featuring of masterpieces by the Polish studio Carlex Desing is becoming a tradition of sorts in our videos. This time we would like to present to you one of the world’s fastest SUVs Audi RS Q8.

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