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Top 7 Convertibles/Roadsters in India
Convertibles and roadsters are the most glamorous and stunning body style in the car industry. These cars are designed with a blend of aesthetic integrity, technical precision, and host of innovations to offer ultimate pleasure to the driver as well as the passengers.
Convertibles are cars that have an option of a foldable roof which can be retract and fold away transforming it into an open-air car. When closed these give a luxurious and comfortable feeling of a coupe or a sedan and with an open-top convertibles give a dynamic experience of riding a sports car.
Roadsters are no different than convertibles. These are two-seater convertibles that were traditionally designed with detachable roofs but now the modern day roadsters are designed with retractable roofs as well.
The stellar attributes of convertibles/roadsters are excellent power output, superior handling, and dynamic driving dynamics.
Convertibles are cars that have an option of a foldable roof which can be retract and fold away transforming it into an open-air car. When closed these give a luxurious and comfortable feeling of a coupe or a sedan and with an open-top convertibles give a dynamic experience of riding a sports car.
Roadsters are no different than convertibles. These are two-seater convertibles that were traditionally designed with detachable roofs but now the modern day roadsters are designed with retractable roofs as well.
The stellar attributes of convertibles/roadsters are excellent power output, superior handling, and dynamic driving dynamics.
Here are some of the most stylish and powerful convertibles/roadsters in the Indian car market:
Porsche 911 Cabriolet
Porsche 911 Cabriolet carries Porsche’s legacy of providing a soft-top version to its flagship models. The car gives the driving pleasure of a sports car as well as an open-roofed car. Porsche 911 Cabriolet is aerodynamically designed with sporty headlights, stylish alloy wheels, well-etched doors, triangular roof ends, and rectangular tail lights. In the interior, the car posses a bunch of exciting features like impressive instrumentation, premium car audio system, and electrically powered seats. The Turbo variant of the car has an advanced sound system that automatically gets activated in case the hood or the roof is opened and gets disabled when it is closed. It adds joy to the thrilling experience of open-top driving.
Porsche 911 Cabriolet is available in five variants – the Carrera, Carrera S, Carrera 4, Carrera 4S, and the Turbo. The Carrera and Carrera 4 are powered by a 3.6-litre 6-cylinder boxer engine (H6) that delivers 325 bhp of power, the Carrera S and Carrera 4S variants come with a 3.8-litre 6-cylinder boxers that churn out 355 bhp, and the top-end variant Turbo is powered by a 3.6-litre 6-cylinder boxer engine. All the engines are rear mounted to ensure optimum road traction and are available with a choice of 6-speed manual and 5-speed Tiptronic S automatic.
The Turbo variant is the most powerful 911 convertible that can go from 0-100 km/h in just 4 seconds with manual transmission and 0-100 km/h in 3.8 seconds with the advanced Tiptronic S automatic transmission.
Porsche 911 Cabriolet is available in five variants – the Carrera, Carrera S, Carrera 4, Carrera 4S, and the Turbo. The Carrera and Carrera 4 are powered by a 3.6-litre 6-cylinder boxer engine (H6) that delivers 325 bhp of power, the Carrera S and Carrera 4S variants come with a 3.8-litre 6-cylinder boxers that churn out 355 bhp, and the top-end variant Turbo is powered by a 3.6-litre 6-cylinder boxer engine. All the engines are rear mounted to ensure optimum road traction and are available with a choice of 6-speed manual and 5-speed Tiptronic S automatic.
The Turbo variant is the most powerful 911 convertible that can go from 0-100 km/h in just 4 seconds with manual transmission and 0-100 km/h in 3.8 seconds with the advanced Tiptronic S automatic transmission.
BMW M6 Convertible
BMW M6 convertible made its debut in the Indian car market in the year 2007. It is a dashing two-door luxury car with a retractable roof that provides an ultimate pleasure of open-top driving. The convertible is a perfect blend of luxurious and versatile features including the ergonomically designed seats, finest Merino leather upholstery, leather wrapped steering wheel, and tiltable steering column.
The M6 Convertible is powered by a V10 petrol engine that churns out 507 bhp and amazingly accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 5. 7 seconds. The powerful engine is mated to double-Vanos camshaft control system along with double wishbone front suspension and an integral rear suspension to improve performance and handling.
The M6 Convertible is powered by a V10 petrol engine that churns out 507 bhp and amazingly accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 5. 7 seconds. The powerful engine is mated to double-Vanos camshaft control system along with double wishbone front suspension and an integral rear suspension to improve performance and handling.
Bentley Azure
Bentley Azure is a magnificent four-seater convertible car that is designed with dynamic styling and cutting edge technology. The exterior of the car is adorned with creative and stylish features like stylish alloy wheels, electrical mirrors, and attractive fog lamps. In the interior, this convertible exude warmth with welcoming interiors and host of features like the automatic climate control, tilt steering system, electronically controlled seats, and a pack of safety features.
This exciting convertible is driven by a powerful 6.75-litre twin-turbocharged engine that delivers an awesome 450 bhp and can hit a maximum speed of 274 km/h. Azure takes only 5.3 seconds to rocket from 0 to 100 km/h.
This exciting convertible is driven by a powerful 6.75-litre twin-turbocharged engine that delivers an awesome 450 bhp and can hit a maximum speed of 274 km/h. Azure takes only 5.3 seconds to rocket from 0 to 100 km/h.
Bentley Continental GTC
Bentley launched the convertible version of its globally renowned Continental GT in 2007 with the name of Bentley Continental GTC. This glamorous convertible is imported to India from the United Kingdom as a Completely Built Unit (CBU). The richly textured triple layer soft top of the car is electro-hydraulically operated. Flawless exteriors and plush interiors add to the aesthetic integrity as well as the driving experience. Passengers can have a thrilling experience with the open roof and with the closed roof occupants can feel the essence of commuting in a marvellous coupe.
This 2-seater convertible is powered by 6-litre, W12, DOHC engine that generates a maximum power of 552 bhp. Mated with a six-speed automatic transmission and refined suspension system, the car can ride from 0 to 100 km/h in just 5.1 seconds.
This 2-seater convertible is powered by 6-litre, W12, DOHC engine that generates a maximum power of 552 bhp. Mated with a six-speed automatic transmission and refined suspension system, the car can ride from 0 to 100 km/h in just 5.1 seconds.
Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder
Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder is an inspiring two-door convertible designed with aesthetic styling and engineering excellence. In the exterior, it is embellished with short overhangs, long wheelbase, and flowing lines. The interior beauty of the car is enhanced with high quality leather seats.
The heart of this sophisticated convertible is driven by a V10, DOHC petrol engine that churns out 512 bhp. The engine is equipped with Lamborghini's advanced fuel injection system that is mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission to provide dynamic performance. Gallardo Spyder easily reaches a top speed of 314 km/h and can drive from standstill to 100 km/h in just 4.3 seconds.
The heart of this sophisticated convertible is driven by a V10, DOHC petrol engine that churns out 512 bhp. The engine is equipped with Lamborghini's advanced fuel injection system that is mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission to provide dynamic performance. Gallardo Spyder easily reaches a top speed of 314 km/h and can drive from standstill to 100 km/h in just 4.3 seconds.
Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class
Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class is a sporty two-door roadster designed exclusively for hard-core driving enthusiasts. It is believed to be the only sports car with a power retractable hard top. The roadster can be converted from a closed coupe to an open-top roadster simply at the touch of a button.
In India, the roadster is available in two variants. SLK 200 Kompressor variant is powered by a 1.8-litre In-line 4 petrol engine that churns out 163 bhp and the SLK 350 variant is driven by a powerful 3.5-litre V6 petrol engine that generates 272 bhp. The responsive Inline 4 engine is mated to a 7-speed automatic transmission whereas the powerful V6 is paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission for optimum power transfer and excellent ride quality. The SLK 350 can amazingly accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.5 seconds.
In India, the roadster is available in two variants. SLK 200 Kompressor variant is powered by a 1.8-litre In-line 4 petrol engine that churns out 163 bhp and the SLK 350 variant is driven by a powerful 3.5-litre V6 petrol engine that generates 272 bhp. The responsive Inline 4 engine is mated to a 7-speed automatic transmission whereas the powerful V6 is paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission for optimum power transfer and excellent ride quality. The SLK 350 can amazingly accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.5 seconds.
Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
SL-Class is one of the most fascinating two-door roadsters that delivers superior performance and overwhelming sporting experience. The roadster with its commanding road presence and sensational exteriors delivers an extra amount of captivation.
The all new SL-Class comes in two variants, SL 350 and SL 500. The SL 350 is powered by a 3.0-litre V6 engine that generates 268 bhp whereas the SL 500 comes equipped with a 5.5-litre V8 engine that churns out 382 bhp. Both the engines are mated to 7G-TRONIC Sport 7-speed automatic transmission for excellent handling and unmatched ride quality. The SL 350 accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.6 seconds whereas the SL 500 accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.4 seconds.
The all new SL-Class comes in two variants, SL 350 and SL 500. The SL 350 is powered by a 3.0-litre V6 engine that generates 268 bhp whereas the SL 500 comes equipped with a 5.5-litre V8 engine that churns out 382 bhp. Both the engines are mated to 7G-TRONIC Sport 7-speed automatic transmission for excellent handling and unmatched ride quality. The SL 350 accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.6 seconds whereas the SL 500 accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.4 seconds.
