Convertible Comparison — Pre-sorted by Utility (Core Column)
The table below compares five convertibles across nine scores. It is pre-sorted by Utility (1–10), our core column, so you can see day-to-day usefulness from lowest to highest. Hover over a row to highlight it. The Utility cell gets an extra spotlight. Click a car name to build a summary in the message box. Header terms include small pop-ups on click.
| Car Brand
Click a model name to send a summary below.
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Driving
How engaging the car is to drive.
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Comfort
Ride quality and seat support.
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Interior | Technology (1–10) | Utility (1–10)
Usability day to day (space, seats, trunk).
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MPG (1–10) | Value (1–10) | Wildcard (1–10) |
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| 2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF | 9.0 | 7.0 | 7.0 | 8.5 | 5.5 | 9.5 | 7.5 | 9.0 |
| 2025 BMW M8 | 9.0 | 8.5 | 7.5 | 8.0 | 6.5 | 8.0 | 8.0 | 9.5 |
| 2025 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class | 8.5 | 9.0 | 7.5 | 9.0 | 6.5 | 7.0 | 7.5 | 8.5 |
| 2025 Porsche 911 | 9.0 | 8.5 | 8.5 | 7.5 | 7.0 | 8.0 | 7.5 | 10.0 |
| 2025 Ford Mustang | 8.0 | 8.0 | 7.5 | 7.5 | 8.0 | 7.0 | 7.5 | 9.0 |
Walkthrough
Example 1: Highlight the Miata and build a value summary.
Example 2: Spotlight the Mustang’s Utility and show a header tip.
Subset: Utility vs MPG Tradeoffs
This mini-table extracts three cars from the main grid to compare Utility and MPG side by side. It shows how daily use and running sense change the choice.
| Car | Driving | Utility | MPG | Value |
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| 2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF | 9.0 | 5.5 | 9.5 | 7.5 |
| 2025 Porsche 911 | 9.0 | 7.0 | 8.0 | 7.5 |
| 2025 Ford Mustang | 8.0 | 8.0 | 7.0 | 7.5 |
What it shows: Miata leads MPG and Driving, but Utility is the lowest, so it suits two-seat trips and light bags. Porsche balances higher Utility with strong performance. Mustang posts the highest Utility and stays easy to live with, though MPG trails the others. If you want maximum everyday ease, pick Mustang. If you want the most driving fun and low running cost, pick Miata. If you want a mix of performance and better space than Miata, the 911 fits.
Summary and Recommendation
2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF
Strengths: Best driving score (9.0). Highest MPG score (9.5). Tech is strong for the price (8.5). Wildcard 9.0 captures the fun factor. Weak spots: low utility (5.5) and a tight cabin and trunk. Comfort and interior are fine at 7.0. Price snapshot: MSRP $39,755, average price paid $38,680, invoice $38,792. Takeaway: the most joy per dollar with high marks where it matters for a roadster.
2025 Ford Mustang Convertible
Strengths: Balanced sheet. Driving 8.0, comfort 8.0, utility 8.0. Wildcard 9.0 keeps it exciting. Good daily usability compared to the two-seat cars. Weak spots: MPG 7.0 and interior 7.5 are decent, not standout. Price snapshot: MSRP $58,575, average price paid $55,776, invoice $55,746. Takeaway: practical and fast with space and a real trunk.
2025 Porsche 911 Cabriolet
Strengths: Driving 9.0, comfort 8.5, interior 8.5. Wildcard 10.0 is the emotional hook. Weak spots: tech 7.5 is fine but not leading. Value 7.5 reflects premium pricing. Takeaway: an incredible car, but the value is only average once price is considered.
2025 BMW M8 Convertible
Strengths: Driving 9.0 and comfort 8.5 in a big GT body. Tech 8.0. Wildcard 9.5. Your table gives value 8.0, the best value score among the high-price cars. Weak spots: utility 6.5 and interior 7.5 are modest for the money. Price snapshot: MSRP $152,175, average price paid $144,411, invoice $142,175. Takeaway: huge speed and presence, but the spend is high and the scores do not clear the cheaper cars by enough.
2025 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
Strengths: Comfort 9.0 and tech 9.0 lead. Driving 8.5 is strong. Wildcard 8.5. Weak spots: utility 6.5 and MPG 7.0. Value 7.5, similar to the 911. Price context matches the six-figure tier. Takeaway: a luxury cruiser with top comfort and tech, but price keeps value average.
Value verdict
If most valuable means the strongest blend of driving score, operating sense, and the price you pay, the Miata RF wins. It delivers a 9.0 driving score at an average paid price near $38.7k, the best MPG score, and a high special factor. The trade-off is space and utility. If you need four seats, choose the Ford Mustang Convertible as the practical value pick.
Glossary
- Utility
- Usability in daily life, including trunk space and seats.
- Driving
- Steering feel, handling, and overall engagement.
- MPG
- Fuel economy score normalized to this set.
- Wildcard
- Design flair or special factor that changes perception.