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Thursday, 21 October 2010

Top 10 Convertibles

A side view of a silver 2011 Porsche Boxster Spyder

What could be better than letting the wind stream through your hair as your convertible roars down the highway? Compared to when they first came off the assembly line, today’s topless cars are flashier, faster and more adept at handling inclement weather. From the super luxurious to the sporty, ragtops take everyday driving to a new level of enjoyment. The following ten cars are some of the best convertibles around.

smart fortwo brabus cabriolet

A three-quarter rear view of a silver 2009 smart fortwo brabus cabriolet
smart fortwo brabus cabriolet
This sporty micro convertible features enhanced racing wheels, a sport-tuned suspension and a maximum speed of 96 mph, and even manages to accommodate tall passengers comfortably. It excels with urban driving and has the side benefit of turning more heads than a Ferrari.

Mazda MX-5

A side view of a 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring
Mazda MX-5
This sleek two-seater convertible’s primary characteristic is its fun drivability. Along with precise handling, the roadster exhibits an array of traction-related options, a 167-horsepower 4-cylinder engine, heated leather-trimmed bucket seats and a seven-speaker Bose audio system.

BMW Z4 sDrive30i

A three-quarter rear view of a red 2010 BMW Z4 sDrive30i
BMW Z4 sDrive30i
Whether you're cruising down the coast or driving to your daily grind, this sporty hardtop convertible is sure to put a smile on your face. Featuring extra-responsive handling and a powerful 3.0-liter, inline-6 engine, the Z4 allows you to get from point A to B in a hurry; but with a car this fun to drive, why would you want to? 

Audi A5 Cabriolet

A three-quarter rear view of a white 2010 Audi A5 2.0 TFSI Cabriolet
Audi A5 Cabriolet
The stylish A5 Cabriolet offers excellent drivability and a quick, turbocharged inline-4 at a starting price considerably lower than that of class competitors such as the Mercedes-Benz E-Class and BMW 6 Series. Thoughtful touches such as head-level heating and an available blind spot monitoring system mean that this joyride-ready rag-top also makes for an excellent daily driver. 

Infiniti G37 Convertible

A three-quarter front view of a silver 2010 Infiniti G37 Convertible
Infiniti G37 Convertible
Boasting a fast and efficient 3.7-liter, 325-horsepower V6 with VVEL alongside driver-friendly features like 7-speed automatic transmission with manual mode, adaptive climate control, and the available Bose Open Air Sound System, the G37 Convertible is an intelligently-designed drop-top that proves you don't need to sacrifice speed for luxury.

Lexus IS 250C

A three-quarter rear view of a red 2010 Lexus IS 250C
Lexus IS 250C
This aerodynamic four-passenger convertible boasts an all-weather three-piece hardtop and an assortment of accessories, such as a feature-packed audio system. Under its hood is a 204-horsepower V6 engine, which balances decent acceleration with reasonable fuel economy.

Porsche Boxster Spyder

A three-quarter rear view of a 2011 Porsche Boxster Spyder
Porsche Boxster Spyder
Featuring more horsepower and less weight than previous Boxster models (at 2,811 pounds, the Boxster Spyder is the lightest in the Porsche fleet), this romping roadster offers a pure sports car experience. Adopting a bare-bones approach that shuns ordinarily included amenities such as radio and AC, the Boxster Spyder is all about the drive—and with the roadster's 3.4-liter, 320-horsepower horizontally-opposed 6-cylinder producing top speeds of 166 mph, it's guaranteed to be an exhilarating one. 

Mercedes-Benz E350/E550 Cabriolet

A front view of a red 2011 Mercedes-Benz E550 Cabriolet
Mercedes-Benz E350/E550 Cabriolet
This fun-to-drive 4-seater, which comes standard with a 3.5-liter, 268-horsepower V6 engine in the E350 model and a 5.5-liter, 382-horsepower V8 in the E550, has the power you crave and the luxury you need to turn a peaceful countryside cruise into a truly exhilarating experience. 

Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport Convertible

A three-quarter rear view of a blue 2011 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport Convertible
Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport Convertible
Like the coupe version, this two-seat convertible is a natural-born entertainer, and is powered by a 436-horsepower V8 engine and shaped with all the sexy curves that scream danger. Firm handling, quality interior appointments and rocket-like 3.95-second 0-60 mph acceleration are quick to remind riders why the Corvette's an American icon.

Jaguar XKR Convertible

A three-quarter front view of a 2010 Jaguar XKR Convertible
Jaguar XKR Convertible
This luxurious convertible combines high performance with high class for a ride that is both refined and remarkably fast. Although the XKR's well-equipped interior may remind you of that of a full-sized sedan, this is one agile cat who loves to sprint, rocketing from 0 to 60 in just 4.6 seconds.

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