Only a select number of sedans earn the NHTSA's top 5-star overall rating each year. Here are all 25 from 2021.
Powered by a 1.4L inline-4 producing 98 horsepower and 94 lb-ft of torque. It takes the top spot with the highest NHTSA rating of 5/5 — well above the segment average of 5/5. That's better than 99% of sedans.
Powered by a 1.6L inline-4 producing 122 horsepower and 114 lb-ft of torque. It delivers 5/5 NHTSA rating. That's better than 99% of sedans.
Powered by a 2.0L h4 producing 152 horsepower and 145 lb-ft of torque. It delivers 5/5 NHTSA rating. That's better than 98% of sedans.
Powered by a 2.0L h4 producing 152 horsepower and 145 lb-ft of torque. It delivers 5/5 NHTSA rating. That's better than 97% of sedans.
Powered by a 2.0L inline-4 producing 149 horsepower and 146 lb-ft of torque. It delivers 5/5 NHTSA rating. That's better than 96% of sedans.
Powered by a 2.0L inline-4 producing 147 horsepower and 132 lb-ft of torque. It delivers 5/5 NHTSA rating. That's better than 96% of sedans.
Powered by a 2.5L h4 producing 182 horsepower and 176 lb-ft of torque. It delivers 5/5 NHTSA rating. That's better than 95% of sedans.
Powered by a 1.5L inline-4 producing 151 horsepower and 197 lb-ft of torque. It delivers 5/5 NHTSA rating. That's better than 94% of sedans.
Powered by a 1.4L turbo inline-4 producing 147 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque. It delivers 5/5 NHTSA rating. That's better than 93% of sedans.
Powered by a 1.6L inline-4 producing 139 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque. It delivers 5/5 NHTSA rating. That's better than 93% of sedans.
Powered by a 1.6L inline-4 producing 139 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque. It delivers 5/5 NHTSA rating. That's better than 92% of sedans.
Powered by a 1.6L turbo inline-4 producing 180 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque. It delivers 5/5 NHTSA rating. That's better than 91% of sedans.
Powered by a 2.5L inline-4 producing 188 horsepower and 180 lb-ft of torque. It delivers 5/5 NHTSA rating. That's better than 91% of sedans.
Powered by a 2.5L inline-4 producing 187 horsepower and 186 lb-ft of torque. It delivers 5/5 NHTSA rating. That's better than 90% of sedans.
Powered by a 1.5L turbo inline-4 producing 192 horsepower and 192 lb-ft of torque. It delivers 5/5 NHTSA rating. That's better than 89% of sedans.
Powered by a 2.5L inline-4 producing 202 horsepower and 182 lb-ft of torque. It delivers 5/5 NHTSA rating. That's better than 88% of sedans.
Powered by a 2.4L inline-4 producing 201 horsepower and 180 lb-ft of torque. It delivers 5/5 NHTSA rating. That's better than 88% of sedans.
Powered by a 2.0L turbocharged h4 producing 268 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. It delivers 5/5 NHTSA rating. That's better than 87% of sedans.
Powered by a 3.6L v6 producing 310 horsepower and 266 lb-ft of torque. It delivers 5/5 NHTSA rating. That's better than 86% of sedans.
Powered by a 2.5L turbo inline-4 producing 250 horsepower and 320 lb-ft of torque. It delivers 5/5 NHTSA rating. That's better than 85% of sedans.
Powered by a 3.6L v6 producing 300 horsepower and 264 lb-ft of torque. It delivers 5/5 NHTSA rating. That's better than 85% of sedans.
Powered by a 3.6L v6 producing 300 horsepower and 264 lb-ft of torque. It delivers 5/5 NHTSA rating. That's better than 84% of sedans.
Powered by a 2.0L inline-4 turbo producing 201 horsepower and 221 lb-ft of torque. It delivers 5/5 NHTSA rating. That's better than 83% of sedans.
Powered by a 2.5L turbo inline-4 producing 290 horsepower and 311 lb-ft of torque. It delivers 5/5 NHTSA rating. That's better than 82% of sedans.
Powered by a 2.0L turbo inline-4 producing 237 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. It delivers 5/5 NHTSA rating. That's better than 82% of sedans.
Full Comparison: Safest Sedans with 5-Star NHTSA Rating in 2021
| # | Sedan | NHTSA Rating | Price | HP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2021 Chevrolet Spark | 5/5 | $14,395 | 98 hp |
| 2 | 2021 Nissan Versa | 5/5 | $14,930 | 122 hp |
| 3 | 2021 Subaru Impreza Hatchback | 5/5 | $18,795 | 152 hp |
| 4 | 2021 Subaru Impreza Sedan | 5/5 | $18,795 | 152 hp |
| 5 | 2021 Nissan Sentra | 5/5 | $19,410 | 149 hp |
| 6 | 2021 Hyundai Elantra | 5/5 | $19,650 | 147 hp |
| 7 | 2021 Subaru Legacy | 5/5 | $22,745 | 182 hp |
| 8 | 2021 Honda Insight | 5/5 | $22,930 | 151 hp |
| 9 | 2021 Volkswagen Golf | 5/5 | $23,195 | 147 hp |
| 10 | 2021 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid | 5/5 | $23,400 | 139 hp |
| 11 | 2021 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid | 5/5 | $23,550 | 139 hp |
| 12 | 2021 Kia K5 | 5/5 | $24,190 | 180 hp |
| 13 | 2021 Nissan Altima | 5/5 | $24,300 | 188 hp |
| 14 | 2021 Mazda Mazda6 | 5/5 | $24,325 | 187 hp |
| 15 | 2021 Honda Accord | 5/5 | $25,470 | 192 hp |
| 16 | 2021 Toyota Camry | 5/5 | $25,845 | 202 hp |
| 17 | 2021 Acura ILX | 5/5 | $26,800 | 201 hp |
| 18 | 2021 Subaru WRX | 5/5 | $27,495 | 268 hp |
| 19 | 2021 Chevrolet Traverse | 5/5 | $29,800 | 310 hp |
| 20 | 2021 Mazda Mazda3 2.5 Turbo | 5/5 | $29,900 | 250 hp |
| 21 | 2021 Dodge Charger | 5/5 | $30,770 | 300 hp |
| 22 | 2021 Chrysler 300 | 5/5 | $31,540 | 300 hp |
| 23 | 2021 Audi A3 | 5/5 | $33,300 | 201 hp |
| 24 | 2021 Hyundai Sonata | 5/5 | $33,300 | 290 hp |
| 25 | 2021 Cadillac CT4 | 5/5 | $33,490 | 237 hp |
The Bottom Line
The 2021 Chevrolet Spark takes the top spot with 5/5. The 2021 Nissan Versa is a close second. All 25 sedans listed here exceed the 2021 segment average of 5/5.