Not everyone wants to use their fun second car on weekends only. If you want to enjoy the drop-top life every day of the week, with the flexibility to seat three passengers when the need arises, these four-seater convertibles are up for the job. Many of them are best described as 2+2 convertibles, with tiny back seats that are only truly suitable for kids. One also has to take into account the reduced cargo capacity when the roof is lowered. What these cars don’t lack are personality and style, and that’s ultimately the point of a cabriolet. These are the best 4-seater convertibles on sale for 2024.

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Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet

Yes, its price places it far beyond the reach of the average buyer, but the 911 Carrera Cabriolet is such a brilliantly sorted drop-top that it might just be worth it. It gives away almost nothing to the coupe, including a shockingly effective launch control system, sensational handling, and timeless lines that are accentuated when the roof is lowered. As in the coupe, the back seats are hopelessly small for adults, but at least headroom is unlimited. The base model has more than enough grunt, with 379 horsepower, but the 473-hp punch from the GTS’s inline-six engine provides endless thrills.

Mercedes-AMG SL 63

The SL 63 sits on top of the pile in the new SL range, at least until the SL 63 S E Performance arrives. While the 911 is a finely honed precision tool, the SL 63 gives away a little bit of accuracy and finesse for a lot more drama. Its twin-turbo V8 produces 577 hp and sounds fantastic as it hauls the SL 63 to 60 in 3.5 seconds. Unlike the previous SL, this one can accommodate two people in the back, but adults will not want to sit back there for any extended period of time. At $187,000, the SL 63 is cheaper but not as quick as the 911 Turbo Cabriolet.

Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet

One of the world’s fastest convertibles, the Turbo S version can reach over 200 mph, and both it and the normal Turbo are capable of hitting 60 in way under three seconds. Porsche’s turbocharged flat-six engine is responsible for this dramatic performance, and it’s paired with the quick-shifting dual-clutch automatic PDK transmission. At around the $200,000 mark, this is one of the most expensive 911s you can buy for 2024, and there are many options to further drive up the price. No other convertible on this list will keep up with the 911 Turbo, though.

Lexus LC Convertible

While the 911 Cabriolet and SL63 are overtly sporty drop-tops, the Lexus LC Convertible is more of a luxurious cruiser. It is one of the most stunning cars to look at, inside and out, and this is a significant factor in a segment that prioritizes style. The engine is an old-school 5.0-liter naturally aspirated V8 that makes “only” 471 hp (almost 200 hp less than the 911 Turbo S), but the Lexus is unrivaled for sheer acoustic drama; this V8 sounds magnificent. At the back, only small kids will be able to get comfortable, but everyone will enjoy the attention to detail showcased in the LC’s cabin. If you’re less concerned about class-leading track times, this is the four-seater convertible you should get.

Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Convertible

This is the final model year for the Camaro, and the ZL1 Convertible is perhaps the wildest version of them all. Its 6.2-liter supercharged V8 pumps out 650 hp, and you can even have it with a manual gearbox, although the automatic is quicker. This isn’t merely a straight-line monster, as the ZL1 has responsive steering and good body control. With the roof down, the convertible remedies the poor outward visibility experienced in the Camaro coupe, but there’s no solution for the rear seats, which are extremely cramped. At least they provide some additional space for storing shopping bags and the like.

Ford Mustang Convertible

For convertible fans, the new generation of the Ford Mustang has once again arrived in drop-top form. The base EcoBoost convertible starts at $39,020. That gets you the 2.3-liter turbo-four with 315 hp and 350 lb-ft of torque, paired with a ten-speed automatic transmission. The convertible has as much legroom and more headroom than the coupe at the back, but shoulder room is significantly tighter. As with most of the other convertibles on this list, the rear seats are not comfortable for adults. From the driver’s seat, there are no complaints. The EcoBoost may lack the Mustang GT’s V8 soundtrack, but it actually acquits itself a bit better through the corners, thanks to the lighter engine. This is a great convertible for enthusiasts.

Bentley Continental GT Convertible

If money is no object, there isn’t a finer four-seater convertible here. The Bentley’s sense of occasion is unrivaled, and with the roof down, its presence is accentuated. As a grand tourer, the Bentley is something else. It’s extremely refined, roof up or down, and the 542-hp V8 makes light work of the car’s mass. Although the materials are all of the highest standard, they can’t account for the lack of knee- and headroom in the back seats. Adults can fit, but they won’t be happy. And, at over $250,000, the Bentley Continental GT Convertible is reserved only for the elite, but that price buys you one of the top 4-seat luxury convertibles.

Audi A5 Convertible

While the Audi A5 Coupe has sometimes been criticized for lacking the driver-focused thrills of its rivals, its attributes of refinement, comfort, and isolation translate well to the convertible experience. Starting at $55,600, the four-cylinder turbo engine makes 261 hp, allowing for a 0-60 time of 5.6 seconds. The A5 Convertible is prettier than its 4 Series rival, and the interior’s quality is excellent. It’s not the most spacious 4-seater convertible, though, as rear-seat legroom is poor, so those in the front may need to sacrifice some space if you want to carry passengers in the back. The A5 Convertible is a polished drop-top and has aged gracefully.

BMW M4 Convertible

The BMW M4 Convertible is one of the most aggressively styled drop-tops on sale, and that translates to the driving experience, too. Available only in Competition guise, the M4 Convertible’s 3.0-liter twin-turbo six-cylinder engine delivers 503 hp. Only an eight-speed automatic can be specced on the drop-top, but that doesn’t blunt performance, as this car still rockets to 60 in well under four seconds. Handling is sharp for a convertible, but not everyone will love the overly firm ride. Rear-seat space, as has become a common theme for these cars, is cramped, but the M4 is nothing if not exciting to drive quickly.

Mercedes-AMG SL 55

As with the SL 63, the new SL 55 is now a four-seater convertible. At over $40,000 less than the SL 63, this model offers all the performance you need. With 469 hp and 516 lb-ft, its 0-60 time is 3.8 seconds, only 0.3 seconds behind the SL 63. When we drove it, we found the SL 55 was both comfortable and agile, with rear-wheel steering improving the car’s maneuverability. It doesn’t have the 911’s telepathic steering, but the sonorous note from the Merc’s V8 is more exciting. Coupled with dashing styling, the new SL 55 is a fabulous convertible.

BMW 4 Series Convertible

If you’re turned off by the M4 Convertible’s harsh ride and high price, the standard 4 Series Convertible is a better option. It starts at under $60,000 for the 430i, which has a punchy 255-hp turbo-four engine. The M440i’s six-cylinder increases the cost to nearly $70k, but it has 382 hp and a sweeter soundtrack. Comfortable, refined, and equipped with a host of features, the 4 Series Convertible can also be enjoyable to drive when the occasion arises.

Best Of The Rest

These are the other four-seater convertibles you should consider, bearing in mind that some of them don’t have BuzzScores, as we have yet to subject them to our full testing program.

Characteristics Of 4-Seater Convertible Cars

There are a lot of 4-seat convertibles in the USA, ranging in size from compact all the way up to full-size, so the characteristics that define this broad segment can be hard to pin down. Here are just some of the things you can expect when browsing a list of four-seat convertibles:

• Style: Convertibles are usually elegant and eye-catching. The type of roof, whether soft- or hardtop, affects the styling and the rigidity of the body. Since the majority of these cars are from luxury ranges, a handsome and high-quality interior is almost assured.
• Practicality: Convertibles with back seats are often cramped for rear-seat passengers, while folding down the roof will often compromise the available trunk space.
• Price: Though not an incontrovertible truth, most convertibles are not cheap. This gets even more expensive as you tick items on the list of options, as many features are optional extras. Combine all this with relatively lower mileage returns, and the cost of ownership is on the high side.

What To Consider When Buying A Four-Seater Convertible

Not everyone has the luxury of being able to own two cars, where one fulfills a purpose that the other can’t. If a four-door convertible is to be your only mode of transport, it’s useful to know the positives and negatives of this type of vehicle:

What is the best open-air car for four?

The top-rated vehicle of this body style that we’ve tested is the Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet. Its performance has barely suffered in the transition to a convertible, it’s well-built, and it’s likely to be one of the more reliable cars of its kind.

What are the cheapest four-seater cabrios in the USA?

If you are buying new, the tiny Mini Cooper is comparatively cheap and starts at around $35k, but the convertible with the most rear legroom it is not. More practical, yet still well-priced, are the Chevrolet Camaro and Ford Mustang drop-tops, which begin at over $30k.