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Best Convertibles in 2024

2020 BMW Z4 / Photo Credit: BMW
BMW Z4 / Credit: BMW

There’s nothing like driving a convertible on a warm, sunny day. The best convertibles are fun to drive on winding backroads but still comfortable cruising down the highway. They offer vigorous acceleration, attractive design, and helpful and easy-to-use technology. On this page, we rank the top convertibles available in 2024.

Some vehicles on this list may be from a previous model year, but they are still available as new models. Sometimes automakers are slow to update specs and pricing. Other times they may be redesigning a model or have excess inventory.

How We Ranked These Convertibles


1. 2024 Mazda Miata

2024 Mazda Miata
2024 Mazda Miata / Credit: Mazda
  • Price: $28,985
  • Type: 2-Seat Convertible
  • What We Like: Fantastic price; simple controls; light and agile
  • What We Don’t: Less horsepower than most sports cars; small cabin

Mazda’s iconic Miata is a playful 2-seater convertible that provides a lively ride, whether equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission or the optional 6-speed automatic. This roadster is sporty and agile around curves. Inside, the Miata features well-bolstered seats on soft cloth upholstery. All trims come with the Mazda Connect infotainment system with an 8.8-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto. Standard advanced driver-assist systems (ADAS) include blind spot warning (BSW) and automatic emergency braking (AEB).

Shopping for a Used Miata?

The Miata has had nearly identical styling and many of the same features since 2016. It received a hardtop version, the Miata RF, in 2017 and a horsepower boost in 2019. The Miata dates back to the 1990s, so used models are plentiful.


2. 2024 Porsche Boxster

2020 Porsche Boxster / Photo Credit: Porsche
2024 Porsche Boxster / Credit: Porsche
  • Price: $68,300
  • Type: 2-Seat Soft Top
  • What We Like: Convertible version of the excellent and agile Cayman; doesn’t cost much more than the Cayman; better performance than the 911 convertible for far less money
  • What We Don’t: Gets pricey with options

The 718 Boxster is a small convertible with responsive steering and agile handling. Buyers can choose between three powertrains paired with a 6-speed manual transmission and rear-wheel drive (RWD). A 7-speed automatic transmission is available. The top-of-the-line engines and options can double the price of the car, so buyers will need to exercise caution if they’re on a budget.

The seating is supportive and comfortable even on longer drives. Apple CarPlay, satellite radio, and an easy-to-use infotainment system with a 7-inch touchscreen are standard, but Android Auto is unavailable.

Shopping for a Used Boxster?

The 718 Boxster is in its 4th generation, which was introduced for 2017 (before that, it was simply the Boxster). Any 2nd-generation model (2017-2023) will resemble the 2024 718 Boxster shown above.


3. 2024 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray
2024 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Convertible / Credit: Chevrolet
  • Price: $75,300
  • Type: 2-Seat Convertible or Targa
  • What We Like: Astonishing performance; great price; mid-engine design; beautiful interior
  • What We Don’t: Huge appetite for gas; small trunk

The iconic Chevy Corvette has sported a dramatic midengine configuration since 2020, which puts it in the company of exotic sports cars costing hundreds of thousands of dollars more. With its potent 490-horsepower 6.2-liter V8 engine, acceleration is otherworldly.

The mid-engine layout and performance-tuned chassis mean the Corvette feels exhilarating around the track yet stays balanced on everyday drives. A 670-horsepower Corvette Z06 model is also available at a whopping $100,000+ price tag.

The Corvette has a striking interior design accented with leather and other premium materials. Seats are well-bolstered and supportive. All trims come with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, a Wi-Fi hotspot, and an infotainment system with an 8-inch touchscreen.

Shopping for a Used Corvette?

The Corvette is in its 8th generation, introduced with the 2020 model. Any 8th-generation model (2020-2023) will be broadly similar to the 2024 Corvette in design and feature content. Older Corvettes are front-engine but retain the classic recipe of V8, 2 seats, and rear-wheel drive (RWD). Corvettes date back to the 1950s, but older models in good condition will command classic car prices.


4. 2024 Audi A5 Cabriolet

2020 Audi A5
2024 Audi A5 Cabriolet / Credit: Audi
  • Price: $54,900
  • Type: 4-Seat Soft Top
  • What We Like: Premium quality inside and out; comfortable and quick; strong engine in S5; all-wheel drive (AWD)
  • What We Don’t: Heavier and slower than a dedicated sports car

The Audi A5 Cabriolet is a well-built, luxury small car with an impressive ride and stylish interior. Delivering between 261 horsepower and the top-tier S5’s 349 horsepower, the A5 is agile and handles well. All trims come with AWD. The A5 is a bit large to match the handling of dedicated sports cars like the Audi TT, but the tradeoff is more space and comfort. Its top-notch cabin features a modern look with leather upholstery, supportive seats, and premium materials.

All trims get Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, HD Radio, and the MIB infotainment system with a 10.1-inch touchscreen. The A5 has good crash-test ratings and an array of advanced driver-assist systems (ADAS).

Shopping for a Used A5?

Audi refreshed the A5 for the 2020 model year, but this car hasn’t been fully redesigned since 2018. This means any A5 from 2018-2023 will look similar and have similar features, so you could save money by choosing an older A5.


5. 2024 Porsche 911 Cabriolet

2020 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet Convertible
2024 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet Convertible / Credit: Porsche
  • Price: $127,200
  • Type: 4-Seat Soft Top or Targa
  • What We Like: Iconic, beautiful, thrilling
  • What We Don’t: Expensive in any trim and exorbitant with options

When starry-eyed 10-year-olds fantasize about sports cars, the Porsche 911 is the car that likely comes to mind. Its rounded headlights, curved hood, and low-slung profile are the style benchmark by which other sports cars are judged. Its handling is just as alluring as its exterior; overall, the 911 is the complete package.

The Carrera S and Carrera 4S both feature a 443-horsepower twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter 6-cylinder engine and an optional no-cost 7-speed manual gearbox. This setup also adds the Sport Chrono package, which includes launch control, an automatic rev-matching system, and exclusive sport settings for the powertrain and suspension. The GTS has a 473-horsepower version of that engine. The 2024 Porsche 911 is available in 26 different versions for 2024. Body styles include a coupe, a convertible, and a Targa offering a power-retractable roof panel.

Shopping for a Used 911 Convertible?

Porsche introduced the current version of the 911 soft-top convertible, the Cabriolet, to its adoring public in 2020; the newest Targa debuted in 2022. Used 911 Targas are available from a variety of model years.


6. 2024 Ford Mustang

2024 Ford Mustang Convertible
2024 Ford Mustang Convertible / Credit: Ford
  • Price: $39,020
  • Type: 4-Seat Soft Top
  • What We Like: Great performance bargain; huge horsepower available
  • What We Don’t: Interior build quality and overall driving experience are not as refined as rivals

With its lineup of potent powertrains, there’s likely a version of the iconic Ford Mustang that’ll suit your lifestyle. Its base trim pairs a 315-horsepower turbocharged engine with a 10-speed automatic transmission. A 6-speed manual transmission is available with the optional 480-horsepower V8 in the Mustang GT trim. The Mustang Dark Horse trim bumps the V8 output to 500 horsepower, in addition to adding other track-focused goodies.

The Mustang has plenty of space for passengers up front, but adults will feel cramped in the back. If technology is high on your list, opt for a trim with the 13.2-inch infotainment system. It includes Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto.

Shopping for a Used Mustang?

The Mustang is in its 7th generation, which debuted for 2024. Any 6th-generation model (2015-2023) will broadly resemble the Mustang above. Earlier models have blockier styling and less refined handling and interiors. The Mustang dates back to the 1960s, but those models are now expensive classic cars.


7. 2024 Chevrolet Camaro

2024 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Convertible / Credit: Chevrolet
  • Price: $36,900
  • Type: 4-Seat Soft Top
  • What We Like: One of the least expensive sports cars; great handling and strong engine lineup
  • What We Don’t: Small interior with poor visibility

Like its arch-rival, the Ford Mustang, the Chevy Camaro is one of just a handful of modern cars with a muscle-car heritage. The Camaro’s accessible pricing also makes it a standout; it’s one of the least expensive sports cars you can buy. Whether you choose the standard 335-horsepower V6 or the robust V8s, it delivers an exciting drive. The Camaro dials up the intensity with its impressive handling and athleticism.

The Camaro’s cabin is comfortable, but its interior quality is not as good as its competitors. Front-row passengers get supportive seats and plenty of elbow room, but the rear seats are best left for children. The Camaro comes with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, a Wi-Fi hotspot, and the Chevrolet Infotainment 3 system with a 7-inch touchscreen.

Shopping for a Used Camaro?

The Camaro is in its 6th generation, introduced for the 2016 model. Chevy gave it a slight styling update in 2019, but any older 6th-generation model (2016-2023) will be broadly similar to the 2024 Camaro.


8. 2024 Lexus LC

2021 Lexus LC500 Convertible
2024 Lexus LC 500 Convertible / Credit: Lexus
  • Price: $106,550
  • Type: 4-seat Soft Top
  • What We Like: Elegant outside and in; strong V8 engine
  • What We Don’t: Not as athletic as rivals

A Porsche 911 is a corner-carving performance machine that can also handle daily use better than you’d expect. In contrast, a Lexus LC is a smooth, quiet luxury car that also goes faster than you might expect.

It begins under the long hood, with a 471-horsepower V8 engine as standard equipment. That’s unusually generous for this segment since the LC is priced at the low end. (The LC coupe is also available with a more economical hybrid engine, but the convertible only gets the V8.)

The LC also has agreeable handling, even if this big convertible is too heavy to be a track star — it’s 1,000 pounds more than a 911. One recurring issue with Lexus models is a fussy infotainment system, which makes this stylish cruiser less relaxing to drive.

Shopping for a Used LC Convertible?

The Lexus LC convertible was brand-new for 2021 and has been unchanged since its launch.


9. 2024 Mini Cooper Convertible

2022 Mini Cooper John Cooper Works Convertible
2024 Mini Cooper John Cooper Works Convertible / Credit: Mini
  • Price: $35,700
  • Type: 4-Seat Soft Top
  • What We Like: Fun to drive; unique retro style
  • What We Don’t: Small back seats; tiny base engine; gets pricey with more powerful engines

Mini sells fun, premium-feeling small cars, and one of those is an open-top version of its smallest model: the 2-door Cooper. This is a little car with a tiny back seat and an official seating capacity of 4. It has three engine lines ranging from moderately peppy to pretty zesty.

The exterior styling is iconic, and the cabin features unique touches such as aeronautically inspired gauges. It also has an 8.8-inch touchscreen nestled in a large, circular bezel.

The standard engine is a 134-horsepower turbocharged 3-cylinder that makes for decent acceleration in this small car. The range-topping 228-horsepower 4-cylinder engine in the JCW makes it a terrific performance machine, but the mid-tier 189-horsepower engine in the Mini Cooper S delivers the right balance of performance and comfort.  A six-speed manual transmission is now available across the entire Cooper lineup.

Shopping for a Used Mini Cooper?

To the untrained eye, one generation of the modern Mini Cooper could be mistaken for another, but there are three generations of the nimble runabout. The current generation was introduced for the 2014 model year. In 2019, Apple CarPlay and wireless device charging became available. Several ADAS features were made standard in 2020. The car was refreshed for the 2022 model year and arrives for 2024 unchanged.


10. 2024 BMW 4 Series Convertible

2024 BMW 4 Series / Photo Credit: BMW
2024 BMW 4 Series / Credit: BMW
  • Price: $55,500
  • Type: 4-Seat Soft Top
  • What We Like: Nice mix of comfort and performance; powerful engines available, especially in the M4 version
  • What We Don’t: Not as luxurious as Audi and Mercedes

The bold design of the BMW 4 Series, with its oversized BMW kidney grille, matches its available power. Buyers can choose between a 255-horsepower turbocharged 4-cylinder in the 430i, a 382-horsepower turbocharged inline-6 in the M440i, and the M4’s twin-turbocharged inline-6 making 473 horsepower in the standard M4 or 503 horsepower in the M4 Competition.

Supple synthetic leather seats complement the 4 Series’ handsome interior. Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, HD Radio, and a user-friendly iDrive infotainment system with an 8.8-inch touchscreen are standard.

Shopping for a Used 4 Series?

BMW introduced a fully redesigned 4 Series for 2021, and it hasn’t changed much since. Before that, the last time the 4 Series was all-new was in 2014. That means any 4 Series model from 2014 to 2020 will look similar and have similar features. If you aren’t a fan of the redesign, you could save money by choosing a 4 Series from the previous generation.


11. 2024 BMW Z4

2020 BMW Z4 / Photo Credit: BMW
2024 BMW Z4 / Credit: BMW
  • Price: $53,600
  • Type: 2-Seat Soft Top
  • What We Like: Top-down fun in a BMW; good price
  • What We Don’t: Can’t match the performance of rivals

The BMW Z4 blends luxury and performance in a little 2-seat roadster. The base model gets a 255-horsepower turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, while the 40i model comes with a 382-horsepower turbocharged inline 6-cylinder. While both trims may feel less athletic than rival sports cars, they are balanced and controlled around winding roads and sharp turns.

The Z4’s cabin features synthetic leather upholstery and nicely bolstered seats. All trims come with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, navigation, and the iDrive infotainment system with a 10.2-inch touchscreen.

Shopping for a Used Z4?

The current Z4 is part of the car’s 3rd generation, which debuted with the 2019 model. Older 3rd-generation Z4s are similar to the current model in design and feature content; you can save money by purchasing one of these used BMWs. The Z4 has been around for over a decade, and the similar Z3 dates back to the 1990s.


12. 2024 Jaguar F-Type Convertible

2022 Jaguar F-Type Convertible
2024 Jaguar F-Type Convertible / Credit: Jaguar
  • Price: $79,900
  • Type: 2-Seat Soft Top
  • What We Like: Raucous V8s
  • What We Don’t: Not as refined as rivals and a whole lot more expensive

Rather than prioritizing maximum performance, the Jaguar F-Type provides both elegance and grace — you get the thrills from tackling a mountain road, not going all-out at a racetrack. That doesn’t mean the F-Type isn’t a performance car. It’s quick, especially if you choose its optional 575-horsepower supercharged V8 engine. And it’s agile, even if its poise won’t challenge a Porsche’s.

Comfortable, stylish, and still fun to drive, it’s a well-rounded sports car, whether you choose the coupe or convertible. It just can’t match the world’s best performance machines, especially at the price it commands now that Jaguar has discontinued the cheaper engine options.

Shopping for a Used F-Type?

The F-Type saw updates to its exterior design in 2021 and lost its less-powerful engine options for 2022, making it a costly new car. However, models from 2014 through 2020 have many of the same features. You can save money by buying a used model.


13. 2024 BMW 8 Series

2023 BMW 8 Series Convertible
2024 BMW 8 Series Convertible / Credit: BMW
  • Price: $100,500
  • Type: 4-Seat Soft Top
  • What We Like: Strong engine lineup
  • What We Don’t: Expensive for what you get

The BMW 8 Series offers several robust engines mated with an 8-speed automatic transmission. The base trim gets a 335-horsepower turbocharged 6-cylinder engine. The 8 Series feels graceful and athletic around corners, and AWD is available. Soft leather upholstery and aluminum or wood trim accent its posh cabin. Standard features include Apple CarPlay, wireless device charging, a Wi-Fi hotspot, and the iDrive infotainment system with a 12.3-inch touchscreen.

Shopping for a Used 8 Series?

Not much has changed since the 8 Series was introduced in 2019. You can save money by buying a used model.


How We Ranked These Convertibles

At Carfax, data and value drive our vehicle rankings. In order to choose the best convertibles, we looked at power, weight, interior space, and, most importantly, the quality and performance a buyer gets for their money. Our rankings are based on the latest models, but since many of these vehicles have remained unchanged from earlier years, our insights also apply to used models.


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