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I have put together a quick summary of the A4 Cabriolet as well as two of its most typical competitors.
Audi A4 3.0 Quattro Cabriolet as tested price, $71,630 CAD
DOHC 3.0 Liter V6
220 HP, 221 lb/ft Torque
0-100KM/H 8.4 secs.
Pro's
quattro System for year round driving confidence.
Uniqueness, less A4 Cabs circulating then that of BMW and Mercedes-Benz
4-year or 80,000KM scheduled Maintenance program included.
Con's
Not inexpensive.
Suspension needs some re-work (seesawing effect)
Tiptronic transmission shifting hesitation.
Poor resale value relative to BMW and Mercedes-Benz
Acceptable handling and performance.
BMW 330ci Cabriolet as tested price, $70,335 CAD
DOHC Inline 6-cylinder
225HP, 214 lb/ft Torque.
0-100KM/H 7.9 secs.
Pro's
Great all around handling and performance.
More sporting intentions.
Above average resale value.
No-charge scheduled 3-years or 60,000KM Maintenance program.
Less expensive for a comparably equipped Audi.
Con's
Be part of the herd, 3-series Cabs are very popular, no individuality unless you special order "Individual Series" which is primarily interior/exterior customer colour combinations.
No AWD option offered.
Cupholder design needs improvement
Bit of a C-Pillar blind spot, rear window could be bigger.
Optional 6-CD trunk mounted stacker and windscreen. For the price, these options should be included.
Mercedes-Benz CLK320 Cabriolet similarly configured price, $ 80,635 CAD
SOHC 3.2 liter V6
215HP@ 5700rpm, 229 lb/ft Torque @ 3000rpm
0-100 KM/H 8.2 secs.
Pro's
Classic M-B quality
Above average resale value.
Sleek new styling, interior and exterior.
Con's
Substantially pricier relative than Audi and BMW.
Uninspired, dampened road feel.
Tight rear quarters.
No AWD option offered.
No standard maintenance program included.
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