Audi A5 Cabriolet vs BMW 4 Series Convertible
Fair-weather foes
When the sun has got its hat on, these premium soft-tops come into their own, and each one is a bargain if you buy at two years old
*Price today is based on a 2021 model with average mileage and full service history, correct at time of writing
Audi A5 Cabriolet 40 TFSI Vorsprung S tronic
List price when new £57,545
Available from 2017-present The A5 Coupé is hard to beat in terms of quality, and the cabrio adds roof-down joy to the mix
BMW 4 Series Convertible 420i M Sport Pro Edition
List price when new £50,400 Available from 2021-present It’s our reigning Convertible of the Year, but how does it fare as a used buy?
AUDI A5 CABRIOLET
1 Everything in the A5 looks smart and feels incredibly solid, including the chunky gear selector
2 While both cars have digital instruments, the A5’ s are easier to read and are complemented by a head-up display
3 You sit higher than you do in the 4 Series, but visibility is superior and Audi provides lumbar support as standard
BMW 4 SERIES CONVERTIBLE
1 BMW’s iDrive infotainment system keeps distraction to a minimum, thanks to its physical control dial
2 The 4 Series’ seats are more heavily bolstered than the A5’s, so they hold you in place better through corners
3 Both cars have two cupholders and a storage cubby between the front seats, but the 4 Series features bigger door bins
AUDI A5 CABRIOLET
With the windows up and the roof down, the A5 does a better job of protecting you from air turbulence
BMW 4 SERIES CONVERTIBLE
The 4 Series feels more solid than the A5, while its steering is quick to respond and is terrifically precise