Used test: Audi A5 Cabriolet vs BMW 4 Series Convertible: verdict
Put a smile back on your face with these two premium convertibles, both now available used for a fraction of their new price. But which to buy? We have the answer.....
Our Verdict
Two great cars at very agreeable prices when bought at this age. The BMW has more rear space and better running costs, but its heavy and cumbersome metal roof blunts performance, handling and boot space. Together with its coarse petrol engine, the 4 Series unfortunately feels its age.
The Audi isn’t without fault; it’s a fraction more expensive to buy and own, and it offers slightly less room for rear passengers. However, its interior quality is superb, it has more equipment and its boot is bigger and more practical. Having a fabric roof also keeps weight down without letting in any more wind and road noise. All things considered, the A5 ticks more boxes for the open-top buyer and deserves the win.
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1st – Audi A5 Cabriolet 2.0 TFSI 252 quattro S line S tronic
For Classier interior; more agile; more kit; bigger boot
Against Pricier to buy and run; tighter rear space; steering feel could be better
What Car? rating 4 out of 5 stars
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2nd – BMW 4 Series Convertible 430i M Sport auto
For Roomier rear seats; better steering; cheaper to buy
Against Coarse engine; so-so interior quality; awkwardly shaped boot
What Car? rating 3 out of 5 stars
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Specifications: Audi A5 Cabriolet 2.0 TFSI 252 quattro S line S tronic
- Engine size - 2.0-litre turbo petrol
- Power- 249bhp
- Torque - 295lb ft
- 0-60mph - 6.1sec
- Top speed - 149mph
- Fuel economy - 43.5mpg (official average)
- CO2 emissions - 151g/km
Specifications: BMW 4 Series Convertible 430i M Sport auto
- Engine size - 2.0-litre turbo petrol
- Power - 249bhp
- Torque - 258lb ft
- 0-60mph - 6.6sec
- Top speed - 155mph
- Fuel economy - 44.8mpg (official average)
- CO2 emissions - 156g/km
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