12 convertibles you can still buy new as drop-tops fall to 0.6% of sales

Open-top motoring has shrunk to a sliver of the American new-car market, yet a handful of removable-top SUVs, roadsters and luxury grand tourers remain on sale. Sales estimates and editor ratings from Consumer Guide, Kelley Blue Book and Edmunds show which models still draw buyers. Here are twelve convertibles that remain available new.

1. Jeep Wrangler: Volume Leader

Consumer Guide ranked the Wrangler as the top-selling drop-top of 2025, with an estimated 42,000 removable-top units sold during a year when convertibles made up just 0.6% of US sales. That figure comes from Consumer Guide’s 2025 sales estimates, and it dwarfs every other open-air model on the list.

Shoppers who want open-air driving without a traditional soft top will find the Wrangler is the segment’s volume benchmark, which usually means plentiful inventory and an easy comparison point for rivals.

2. Ford Bronco: Rugged Runner-Up

An estimated 37,000 removable-top Broncos sold in 2025, according to Consumer Guide’s sales tally. That puts the Bronco second only to the Wrangler among open-air vehicles in the estimates.

Buyers cross-shopping the two off-roaders can treat the Bronco as the main alternative, and the sales estimate suggests it has found a real audience despite the shrinking convertible market. Because that total rests on estimates rather than audited registrations, the exact ranking could shift, but the order of magnitude is clear. Anyone comparing removable-top options should look at both vehicles side by side before deciding.

3. Ford Mustang Convertible: Pony Car Fresh Air

Consumer Guide estimated about 10,000 Mustang convertibles sold in 2025, a modest total beside the off-road pair but enough to make the Mustang a leading traditional soft-top. The estimate appears in the 2025 drop-top rundown.

For anyone who wants a conventional convertible rather than a removable-top SUV, the Mustang is among the few mainstream choices still selling in meaningful numbers. Estimates of this kind are approximations, so the real count may differ somewhat, yet the scale remains useful context. Prospective owners should expect a smaller choice of rivals than a generation ago, which makes the Mustang’s continued presence worth noting.

4. Mazda MX-5 Miata: Small Roadster, Rising Sales

The Miata sold 8,727 units in the US in 2025, up 7.7% year over year, per Consumer Guide’s sales data. Growth of that size is notable in a segment that was just 0.6% of US sales.

Interest in a simple, affordable open-top two-seater is evidently holding up, which is good news for buyers who prefer a purpose-built roadster to a converted coupe. Estimates and ratings differ by outlet, but the growth rate itself is a concrete datapoint. Dealers and owners alike can read it as a sign that a lightweight two-seater still has loyal demand, even as the overall convertible category keeps contracting.

5. Chevrolet Corvette Convertible: Top-Rated Drop-Top

Kelley Blue Book’s top-rated convertible for 2026 is the Corvette, which starts at about $70,195, according to an AOL roundup of KBB picks.

The ranking positions the Corvette as the benchmark for performance-minded open-air shoppers, and the starting price shows how much convertible capability a base figure of roughly $70,000 buys. A top ranking from a well-known guide carries weight with shoppers building a shortlist, though buyers should still compare trims, options and delivery costs, since a starting price rarely reflects the final figure on the window sticker.

6. Mini Cooper Convertible: Four-Seat Fresh Air

The Mini Cooper Convertible starts at about $35,775 and earns four stars from KBB editors and five from owners, as reported in the same KBB-based roundup.

The gap between editor and owner scores hints that day-to-day owners rate the car at least as highly as reviewers, making it a lower-priced entry point among new drop-tops. Starting prices and star ratings are only a first filter, so shoppers should test-drive the car and compare equipment levels before committing. Still, the combination of a published starting price and strong owner feedback gives the Mini a clear place on any short list of open-top cars.

7. Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet: Edmunds’ Luxury Pick

Edmunds rates the CLE Cabriolet as its top luxury convertible, scoring it 8.0 out of 10 with a starting price of $68,050. The ratings sit on Edmunds’ convertible listings.

Shoppers weighing premium open-top cars can use that score as a shortlist anchor, while keeping in mind that options and trims push final prices beyond the starting figure. Ratings from a single outlet are one perspective, and rivals in the listing may suit different priorities such as sportier handling or a lower starting price. A test drive remains the best way to judge whether the score matches personal taste.

8. Porsche 911 Cabriolet: Icon at the Top

Edmunds rated the 911 Cabriolet 7.5 out of 10, with pricing that runs from $149,400 to $284,300 depending on version. Both numbers come from Edmunds’ convertible page.

The wide price span means the 911 Cabriolet covers everything from an aspirational weekend car to a very expensive flagship, so budgets need to be settled before trim choices. Scores and prices come from the outlet’s listings and may change as model-year updates arrive, so buyers should confirm current figures with a dealer. The lower and upper bounds nonetheless show the breadth of one nameplate across several versions.

9. Lexus LC 500 Convertible: V8 Grand Tourer

The LC 500 Convertible is a V8 drop-top priced at $109,350 and rated 6.3 out of 10 by Edmunds, as listed on the Edmunds convertible rankings.

Its score trails several rivals in the same listing, so the case for it rests on the V8 character and open-air styling rather than a top rating. Prices and ratings reflect the outlet’s listings at the time of publication, so anyone interested should verify current figures with a dealer. For buyers who value a naturally strong engine note and distinctive looks, the number may matter less than the experience.

10. Bentley Continental GT Convertible: Class-Leading Score

Edmunds gave the Continental GT Convertible 8.3 out of 10, the highest score in its convertible class, with a starting price of $284,600. The rating is shown in the Edmunds listings.

At that price the Bentley sits at the very top of the market, which makes it a statement purchase for the few buyers who can afford the best-rated open-top car on offer. Ratings and prices come from the outlet’s own listings and can be updated, so buyers should verify them directly with a dealer. The figure underscores that the most expensive car in the class is also the one that reviewers scored highest.

11. BMW M4 Convertible: Coupe or Convertible

KBB rates the M4 at 4.4 and lists it from $83,550 in either coupe or convertible form, according to KBB’s luxury convertible ranking.

Because one starting price covers both body styles, buyers can weigh an open roof against a fixed one without a stated difference in entry cost, though specific configurations will vary. The rating and price come from the outlet’s ranking and may be revised, so shoppers should confirm current details with a dealer. Those weighing a high-performance coupe against a convertible should drive both before settling on a body style.

12. Mercedes-AMG SL: Luxury Roadster

KBB lists the Mercedes-AMG SL as a luxury roadster with a 4.4 rating and a starting price of $113,900. The details appear in KBB’s luxury convertibles list.

Its rating matches the M4’s in the same list, so the choice between them comes down to roadster character versus a coupe-based layout and the extra money the SL commands at the start. Ratings and prices reflect the outlet’s list and may change with updates, so buyers should confirm current numbers with a dealer. A roadster in this price range is a niche purchase, which is part of why the entry on this list stands out.

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