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Top 5 2008 Convertibles
Top 5 2008 Convertibles 2008 Audi TT Roadster
2008 Audi TT
What we think
Audi redesigned the iconic TT model, making it longer and wider by 5.4”, 3.1” respectively. They also stretched the wheelbase by 1.8” creating a sportier drive with more legroom and trunk space. Audi made a conscious decision to keep the purity of soft-top in the TT Roadster. The baseball stitching is back too.
We'd opt for the 2.0 T model; the lighter weight and S tronic transmission provides the perfect open-air combination at a competitive price point.
At a glance
MSRP: Starting at $36,800
Engine and drivetrain: 200 horsepower, 207 lb-ft torque, 2.0-liter inline four-cylinder engine with fuel straight injection, exhaust turbocharger with intercooler, 6-speed S tronic automatic transmission, front-wheel drive.
MPG: 22 City/29 Hwy
2008 BMW 335i Convertible
2008 BMW 3-Series
What we think
The fourth-generation 3-series convertible features a first-for-BMW power retractable hardtop, room for four comfortably, a 300-horsepower twin-turbocharged six-cylinder engine and some of the finest engineering and handling on the road today. The roof opens in 22 seconds and closes in 23 seconds. A rocket ship on wheels with looks to match.
The 3-Series is the benchmark in segment for a reason and the twin-turbo 335i sets the standard even higher.
At a glance
MSRP: $49,100
Engine and drivetrain: 300-horsepower, 300 lb-ft Torque DOHC inline 24-valve 6-cylinder, aluminum construction with cast-iron liners, twin-turbochargers, 6-speed manual or steptronic transmissions.
MPG: 20 City/29 Hwy (automatic), 19 City/28 Hwy (manual)
2008 Mazda MX-5 Sport Power Retractable Hardtop
2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
What we think
The itty-bitty rear-wheel drive Mazda MX-5, nee Miata, now cures what ails the long-suffering convertible owner - having to open and close the roof by hand. For 2007, Mazda equipped the MX-5 with a power hardtop that opens and closes in seconds at the press of a button. The top only adds about 80 pounds of weight, so the ride quality doesn't suffer.
Mazda solved the conundrum of hardtop or convertible well and at sub-25,000 dollar price to boot. A perfect weekend or second car.
At a glance
MSRP: $26,520
Engine and drivetrain: 166-horsepower, 140 lb-ft torque 2.0L I4, 16 valve engine, six-speed manual transmission.
MPG: 22 City/27 Hwy
2008 Volkswagen Eos 2.0T
2008 Volkswagen Eos
What we think
Named after the Greek goddess of dawn, the Eos has a sporty drive, room for four and the proven turbocharged 2.0 inline four found in the GTI. The best feature is the five-piece retractable hardtop with integrated glass sunroof. This roof-lowering maneuver is a marvel of engineering; the front roof panels, including the glass sunroof, slide under the forward roof panels as the entire roof area rises from the C-pillar to what would be a B-pillar and is stored beneath a rear deck, all in 25 seconds. I...