DecodedCars2021 Bugatti Chiron
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2021 models.
- Class
- Two Seaters
- Engines
- 8.0L 16-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 11 combined · 9 city / 14 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 2 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
Nothing stands out against similar models in the data.
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 11 MPG combined, 42% below the 2021 two seaters average of 19.1 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2021 Bugatti Chiron is a two seaters offered with a 8.0L 16-cyl turbo engine and all-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 11 MPG combined (9 city / 14 highway), 42% worse than the 2021 two seaters average of 19.1 MPG, for an estimated $7,450 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 2 recall campaigns on file.
What changed for 2021
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2020 Chiron — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2020; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2020 Chiron →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chiron | 8.0L 16-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 9 / 14 / 11 | -42% | $7,450 | 840 |
| Chiron Pur Sport | 8.0L 16-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 8 / 13 / 10 | -48% | $8,200 | 893 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2021 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2021 Bugatti Chiron.
Recalls (2)
Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel · Feb 9, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V096000 · 156 vehicles
- Problem
- Bugatti is recalling certain 2016-2023 Bugatti Chiron vehicles. The audible chime may not activate when the vehicle starts, and the driver has not buckled their seat belt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Risk
- The driver may be unaware that their seat belt is not fastened, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 1, 2024. Owners may contact Bugatti customer service at 1-703-826-7545. Bugatti's number for this recall is BUGCR036.
Tires · Dec 16, 2021
NHTSA campaign 21V984000 · 9 vehicles
- Problem
- Bugatti is recalling certain 2021-2022 Chiron Pur Sport vehicles. After 2,500 miles of usage, the rear tires may develop cracks.
- Risk
- Cracks in the rear tires may result in rapid loss of tire pressure, which can lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- As an interim repair, dealers will replace the rear tires on the affected vehicles every 1,875 miles or when tire age reaches 1.5 years. Once newly designed tires are available, the tires will be replaced again. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owners with tires that have already reached 2,500 miles or 1.5 years should not drive their vehicle until the tires are replaced. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 30, 2021. Owners may contact Bugatti customer service at 1-703-826-7545. Bugatti's number for this recall is BUGCR025.
Not every 2021 Bugatti Chiron is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2021 Bugatti Chiron in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2021 Bugatti Chiron buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2021 Bugatti Chiron. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Chiron years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Chiron | 9 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 Chiron | 11 | – | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2022 Chiron | 11 | – | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2020 Chiron | 11 | – | Not rated | 3 | 0 |
| 2019 Chiron | 11 | – | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2018 Chiron | 11 | – | Not rated | 5 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Bugatti. How we calculate this →