Back to GuidesHardtop convertibles offer the experience of open-top driving along with security, weather protection, and interior noise levels closer to that of a fixed-roof vehicle. Though they have become rare as companies focus on more profitable or higher volume models, there are still a handful of hardtop convertible cars, trucks, and SUVs on the market.
We found the best examples available for 2024 and 2025, although it was difficult. Models such the Mercedes-Benz SL Class, the BMW Z4, the BMW 4 Series convertible, and the Lexus IS convertible are either no longer offered with a retractable hardtop or just not available at all. Though some lists include the Porsche 911 Targa, we have excluded it, because the retractable portion of the roof is made from fabric. We have scoured the American automotive market to bring you a list of the best remaining hardtop convertibles for the 2024 and 2025 model years.
1. Mazda MX-5 Miata RF
2. Chevrolet Corvette
3. Ferrari SF90 Spider
4. McLaren Artura Spider
5. Jeep Wrangler
6. Ford Bronco
7. Jeep Gladiator
1. Mazda MX-5 Miata RF
The Miata has long been a sports car for the masses, and with the RF retractable hardtop option, which debuted on the latest generation, it remains THE affordable hardtop convertible. The little Miata focuses on fun driving dynamics over brute strength. With its low weight and near-perfect weight distribution, it is exciting to drive, especially at lower speeds. The hardtop adds about 120 pounds compared to the soft-top Miata, but it is not really noticeable on the street, and those in climates with a wide range of conditions will appreciate the extra protection.
The RF is not offered in base trims, meaning buyers will have to fork out at least $38,195 for the hardtop version. Tech features include an 8.8-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, as well as a Bose premium sound system with nine speakers including speakers in the headrests. We would likely opt for the slightly more expensive RF Club, which includes Recaro sport seats and BBS forged alloy wheels.
The Miata RF is powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine making 181 horsepower and 151 lb-ft of torque. A six-speed manual transmission is standard and a six-speed automatic is available on RF Grand Touring trims. RF models equipped with manual transmission also include a limited-slip differential.
Browse Mazda MX-5 Miata RF listings here.
2. Chevrolet Corvette
Every Chevy Corvette falls into our somewhat loose definition of a hardtop convertible. The standard model is a two-door coupe with a removable roof panel, and the convertible has a retractable hard top. The Corvette offers a degree of practicality for a mid-engine sports car, with a trunk that can easily accommodate golf clubs. The interior is a vast improvement over Corvettes of old, with relatively cushy seats and a comfortable ride. Handling is also excellent, rendering it a true competitor to the likes of Ferrari and Lamborghini for much less money.
Value is relative, though, because the Corvette starts at around $70,000 in base trim and the upcoming high-performance ZR1 model is expected to start at more than double the entry-level price. The Corvette can be outfitted with as many luxuries and features as your budget can handle, but even base models are well equipped. An eight-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless versions of Android Auto and Apple Carplay is standard.
The standard powertrain is a 6.2-liter V8 engine with 490 horsepower and 470 lb-ft of torque, paired with an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. In base configuration, it is good for a 0-60mph acceleration time of about three seconds. A Z51 package ups horsepower to 495 and adds other performance features. The ultimate Corvette for the street is the hybrid E-Ray, which adds an electric motor to the front axle for all-wheel drive and a total of 655 horsepower. Track-oriented Z06 models get a high-revving flat-plane crank V8 with 670 horsepower. A ZR1 trim is expected to arrive late in 2025 with over 800 horsepower, thanks to added twin-turbochargers on the Z06 powertrain.
Browse Chevrolet Corvette here.
3. Ferrari SF90 Spider
The Ferrari SF90 offers a folding hardtop in Spider trim. The interior has room for two adults – and that’s about it. The cargo space is also very limited. A driver-focused layout includes plenty of luxury trimmings such as leather seats. No massive touchscreen is present on the dash, with every feature meant to help keep the driver’s eyes on the road or track.
The SF90 Spider starts at $583,950 and the even more extreme XX Spider starts at an eye-watering $995,000. XX models have been pared down, with weight savings and ultimately faster lap times the goal. A digital gauge cluster sits front and center in either model and, though it has Bluetooth, navigation, and Apple CarPlay, Android Auto is not available.
The real star of the SF90 Spider is the powertrain: a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 and three electric motors making 986 horsepower. XX models see power bumped to 1,016 horsepower. An eight-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive are standard. With these impressive power specs, 0-60mph should come in about two and a half seconds. The SF90 Spider offers true hypercar performance with the top down.
Browse Ferrari SF90 Spider listings here.
4. McLaren Artura Spider
The Artura Spider is a true McLaren with a simple interior, great visibility for a mid-engined car, and plenty of thrills behind the wheel. This two-seat roadster has supercar speed and enough practicality to make it more than a track day toy. This thoughtfully designed convertible includes features such as an exhaust note tuned to surround the front seats for an even more exciting experience.
The minimalist interior features few buttons and a modest eight-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and a standard five-speaker audio system. Premium features such as a Bowers & Wilkins 12-speaker premium stereo are available. Overall, the McLaren offers classy, understated styling and the sorts of features you would expect from this no-nonsense brand. It does not come cheap, though, with a base price of $281,008.
Power comes from a hybrid drivetrain comprising a twin-turbo 3.0-liter V6, 7.4-kWh lithium-ion battery, and an electric motor integrated into an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. The Artura rides on a new platform from McLaren, said to be both lighter and stiffer than any before it. That stiffness is apparent in the scalpel-like handling, and 0-60mph comes in about three seconds.
Browse McLaren Artura Spider listings here.
5. Jeep Wrangler
Though the Wrangler is available as a soft-top convertible with a fabric roof, the hardtop is also extremely popular, because it offers all the convenience of a five-seat SUV and, with the top down, it's a true open-air off-roader. The Wrangler competes with models such as the Toyota 4Runner and the Ford Bronco.
A base model Sport trim with a hardtop starts at $35,585 in two-door guise, making it the cheapest hardtop convertible on our list, while the four-door starts at $40,185. Both versions have a spartan interior designed for abuse, while the four-door offers cargo and rear seat passenger space advantages. A standard 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system includes wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay and the screen is designed to be easy to read, even in the bright sun with the top down.
Base models get a 3.6-liter V6 engine with either a six-speed manual or an eight-speed automatic transmission. A turbocharged four-cylinder with a mild hybrid is the next engine in the lineup. A mild hybrid V6 can also be ordered, and a plug-in hybrid powertrain called 4xe can manage up to 21 miles of electric driving. The top engine option is a 6.4-liter V8 with 470 horsepower. As the Wrangler is a serious off-roader, four-wheel drive is standard.
Browse Jeep Wrangler listings here.
6. Ford Bronco
Ford resurrected the Bronco to compete with the extremely popular Jeep Wrangler, and it has been a hit. With the advantage of designing an all-new vehicle, the Bronco was able to beat the Wrangler in almost every measurable way. Like the Wrangler, the Bronco offers off-road thrills with the top down and great everyday usability with the hardtop in place.
In base, Big Bend trim, the two-door Bronco comes standard with a hardtop and starts at $41.525. In lower trims, four-door models have a soft top as standard, while a hardtop costs extra. Inside, the Bronco offers reasonable comfort in both rows and enough storage space for most daily needs. A standard 12-inch touchscreen infotainment system includes Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The interior is designed to be more rugged than luxurious, with large areas of hard plastic.
The standard powertrain in the Bronco is a 2.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder with 300 horsepower. That engine can be paired with a seven-speed manual transmission or a 10-speed automatic. An optional twin-turbocharged 2.7 V6 has 330 horsepower and can only be equipped with the automatic transmission. Independent front suspension offers better driving on-road than the Jeep Wrangler. The top-tier model is the Bronco Raptor, which is equipped with a 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 making 418 horsepower and 440 lb-ft of torque. Designed for high-speed offroading, this model has been described as a trophy tuck for the street. The extra power and suspension technology do not come cheap, as the Bronco Raptor starts at $91,930.
Browse Ford Bronco listings here.
7. Jeep Gladiator
The Jeep Gladiator shares much with the Wrangler but in convertible truck form. The drop-top pickup segment is limited to just one offering, so the Gladiator has no competition. Despite the lack of rivals, Jeep has made the Gladiator a worthy contender as an off-roader, a midsize truck, and most importantly for our purposes, a drop-top style with a hardtop option.
Unlike the Wrangler, the Gladiator is available only in a four-door configuration, with two seats up front and three in the second row – with a pickup bed behind them. The lowest price with a hardtop is $41,385 in Sport trim. The 12.3-inch infotainment system includes wireless versions of Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
All Gladiators are powered by a 3.6-liter V6 engine with 285 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque, though the 4xe powertrain from the Wrangler has been announced as an impending option. A six-speed manual transmission or eight-speed automatic sends power to all four wheels. When properly equipped, the Gladiator can tow up to 7,700 pounds and the maximum payload is 1,725 pounds, which are competitive numbers in the midsize truck segment.
