2008 Audi A4 2.0T Cabriolet

Drivers who enjoy the open-air driving experience can just press a button and the convertible top on the 2008 Audi A4 2.0T Cabriolet will retract automatically, at speeds up to 18 miles per hour. Even on a chilly day with the top down, passengers can stay warm, thanks to the Cabriolet's multi-level heated front seats, which were added to the standard equipment list for 2008. Options include an acoustic convertible roof, which helps keep the cabin quieter.

Outside, the 2.0T Cabriolet displays aerodynamic lines and a single-frame grille, while inside it pampers passengers with leather seats, dual-zone climate control, 12-way power-adjustable front seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, powered and heated exterior mirrors, and a remote locking system.

A turbocharged, sport-tuned 200-horsepower inline four-cylinder engine, designed for fuel efficiency as well as performance, powers the 2.0T Convertible. The engine links to a six-speed multitronic transmission, which shifts more smoothly than an automatic while delivering the acceleration of a manual, according to Audi. Shift paddles on the steering wheel enable the driver to manually shift gears for a sportier driving experience.

Drivers and reviewers give the Audi 2.0T Cabriolet good marks for its performance and handling, thanks to its Servotronic speed-sensitive power steering, four-link front suspension, and 16-inch alloy wheels with all-season tires. Some note, however, that the Cabriolet's electronics systems could use an upgrade. The current configuration consists of an Audi Symphony AM/FM audio system with MP3 capability and a six-disc CD changer.