What Car? Awards 2012

Best convertibles of 2012

The best convertible of 2012 needs to be fun in the sun, and easy enough to live with during our long, cold winters. Roadsters (two seats) need to deliver an engaging drive and reasonable performance.

Cabriolets (four seats) don’t need to be quite as sharp, but they do need to be comfortable and refined. Whatever the number of seats, each needs to make a sound financial case for itself. Here are our best converitbles of 2012.

Best convertible under £25,000

Mazda MX-5

List Price: £18,540
Target Price: £16,380

The Mazda MX-5 is our best convertible under £25,000, and its appeal is as strong now as when the first model appeared more than 22 years ago

Winner Best Convertible

Audi TT Roadster

List Price: £29,120
Target Price: £27,110

Our best convertible winner, the Audi TT,  has received subtle improvements throughout its life that have edged it ahead of its younger rivals

Best convertible over £35,000

Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet

List Price: £40,465
Target Price: £37,887

The Mercedes E-Class Cabriolet convincingly proves that convertibles can be luxurious and frugal, as well as stylish

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