Electric Convertible Cars in 2026: The Honest State of the Market
The honest opening: the electric convertible cars market in 2026 contains exactly four production models you can actually order, and only one of them is sold across the US, UK, and Australian markets simultaneously. That single model is the Maserati GranCabrio Folgore, and it starts at $205,995. Everything else in the electric convertible cars segment is either region-locked (MG Cyberster, Fiat 500e Cabrio), a limited-run leftover (Mini Cooper SE Convertible), or has been promised for so long it qualifies as folklore (Tesla Roadster, Polestar 6).
Why the list of stylish open-top EVs is shorter than you think
If you came here expecting a ranked list of ten stylish open-top EVs, the segment will disappoint you. In reality, the market is small, expensive, and structurally constrained. Furthermore, convertibles require additional chassis reinforcement that fights against the battery weight EVs are already carrying, and the volume rarely justifies the engineering. As a result, what follows is a clear-eyed ranking of what exists, what is honestly close to existing, and where the money actually buys something rational versus something aspirational.
In 2026, four electric convertibles are in production globally: the Maserati GranCabrio Folgore ($205,995 US, 291 mi WLTP, 751 hp), the MG Cyberster (£59,995 UK / AUD 115,000, 276 mi WLTP, 503 hp, not sold in the US), the Fiat 500e Cabrio (€34,500, Europe-only, 149 mi EPA-equivalent), and the limited Mini Cooper SE Convertible held-over stock (~£52,000, 999 units total). For US buyers under $200,000, there is currently no compelling production option. The Polestar 6 arrives in 2027, the Tesla Roadster remains undelivered nine years after launch, and Porsche’s electric Boxster is expected in 2027. The condition that changes the answer: if you can wait 12–24 months, the segment is likely to double in size.
The 2026 Electric Convertible Cars Ranking at a Glance
The full production list of electric convertible cars fits on one screen. To be clear, that is not a complaint — it is simply the data. Furthermore, every model below is either on a dealer lot in some market right now, or is officially in series production but unavailable in a major region.
| Rank | Model | Starting Price | Real-World Range | 0-60 mph | Sold In |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maserati GranCabrio Folgore | $205,995 / £198,265 / AUD 415,000 | ~220 mi (291 mi WLTP) | 2.6 sec | US, UK, EU, AU, ME |
| 2 | MG Cyberster | £59,995 / AUD 115,000 / €69,500 | ~210 mi (276 mi WLTP) | 3.2 sec (AWD) | UK, EU, AU, NZ — not US |
| 3 | Fiat 500e Cabrio | €34,500 | ~118 mi (149 mi WLTP) | 9.0 sec | EU, UK only |
| 4 | Mini Cooper SE Convertible | ~£52,000 (used / leftover only) | ~115 mi (143 mi WLTP) | 8.2 sec | UK, EU, JP — 999-unit limited run, 2023 |
| — | Polestar 6 (2027) | ~$200,000 est. | ~220 mi est. | ~3.2 sec target | Reservations only — not in production |
| — | Tesla Roadster (TBD) | $200,000 / $250,000 Founders | Unconfirmed | 1.9 sec claimed | Deposit-only since 2017 |
Section verdict: The market collapses into a binary. Either you have $200,000 and the Maserati is the right answer, or you live outside the United States and the MG Cyberster is the better-value choice. Anything else in the segment is regional, used, or unreleased.
Maserati GranCabrio Folgore: The Only Electric Convertible Car Over $200k Worth Buying
The GranCabrio Folgore is the production electric convertible car the segment has been waiting for, and the price tag matches the brief. Specifically, it is a 4-seat, tri-motor, all-wheel-drive grand tourer with a soft top, a 92.5 kWh usable battery, and a 0-60 mph time of 2.6 seconds. As a result, it is the quickest convertible Maserati has ever built, gas or electric. Moreover, the car is on sale now across the US, UK, EU, Australia, and the Middle East.
What you actually get for $205,995
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Powertrain | Tri-motor AWD, 800V architecture |
| Peak power | 751 hp / 995 lb-ft |
| Battery (usable) | 92.5 kWh of 102.6 kWh nominal |
| WLTP range | 291 mi |
| Real-world highway range | ~220 mi top-up, ~190 mi top-down |
| DC fast charge peak | 270 kW (20–80% in approximately 18 min) |
| 0–60 mph | 2.6 sec |
| Top speed | 180 mph (roof up) |
| Curb weight | 5,247 lb |
| Roof operation | Soft top, 14 sec, operable up to 31 mph |
| US starting MSRP | $205,995 (before destination and options) |
Where it makes sense
For buyers who already own one or two daily vehicles, the Folgore makes sense as a weekend grand tourer with the open-top trade-offs priced into the decision. Importantly, a 220-mile real-world range is fine for cross-town and regional drives; however, it is short for cross-country touring. By contrast, the 270 kW DC fast charging recovery is class-competitive — a 20-to-80% top-up in roughly 18 minutes is the same window as a Porsche Taycan and comfortably faster than a Tesla Model S Plaid.
Where it does not
Do not buy a Folgore as your only car. The range is too short for genuine road-trip duty, the cargo capacity is a convertible’s typical 6.0 cubic feet, and the depreciation curve on six-figure EVs has run brutal through 2024-2026 — a Lucid Air Sapphire that stickered at $250,000 in 2023 trades in the low $130,000s in mid-2026 per KBB valuation data. There is no public residual data on the Folgore yet because the model is too new, but the segment trend is not flattering.
Section verdict: If you are buying a $200,000 convertible, the Folgore is the only electric option that is actually on the road in 2026. The Polestar 6 will be the alternative when it arrives in 2027, but it does not exist yet.
MG Cyberster: The Best Value Electric Convertible Car in the Wrong Country
Of all the electric convertible cars in this list, the MG Cyberster is the most quietly important. Specifically, it is a two-seat electric roadster with scissor doors, a 77 kWh battery, 503 hp in the AWD trim, and a 3.2-second 0-60 mph time — for £59,995 in the UK and AUD 115,000 in Australia. In other words, that is approximately a third of the Maserati’s price for performance within half a second of it. However, the catch is that it is not sold in the United States, and the 100% tariff on Chinese-made EVs would push the landed US price past $130,000 if SAIC even attempted to homologate it, which they have not.
Cyberster specs and real-world numbers
| Spec | Cyberster AWD | Cyberster RWD |
|---|---|---|
| UK starting price | £59,995 | £54,995 |
| Battery (usable) | 74 kWh of 77 kWh | 64 kWh of 64.5 kWh |
| Power | 503 hp | 335 hp |
| WLTP range | 276 mi | 316 mi |
| Real-world (70 mph, roof up) | ~210 mi | ~245 mi |
| Real-world (70 mph, roof down) | ~180 mi | ~210 mi |
| 0–60 mph | 3.2 sec | 4.9 sec |
| DC fast charge | 150 kW peak | 150 kW peak |
| Roof operation | Soft top, 15 sec, up to 30 mph | Same |
Why the Cyberster matters even if you cannot buy it
The Cyberster sits in a price band that no Western manufacturer has chosen to enter. It demonstrates that the engineering is possible at this price point — what is missing is willingness to compete with it. For UK and Australian buyers, the Cyberster is the rational pick over any other open-top EV under £100,000. For US readers, it is a useful data point for what your money should be buying when Porsche, BMW, or a domestic brand finally enters the segment around 2027-2028.
The honest reliability note
MG’s reliability data is mixed. Per the Consumer Reports 2026 Auto Reliability Survey (UK supplement), MG sits in the bottom third of brands for new-EV defects in the first 12 months. Cyberster-specific complaints in UK forums centre on software glitches, infotainment lag, and occasional roof-mechanism sensor faults. None of these are deal-breakers, but they are real, and the warranty is 7 years / 80,000 miles in the UK. For the longer view on the brand, our honest MG reliability review covers the multi-year picture.
Fiat 500e Cabrio: The Cheapest Electric Convertible Car You Cannot Buy in America
Among all the electric convertible cars on the planet, the Fiat 500e Cabrio is the cheapest at €34,500 in Italy and Germany, rising to roughly €37,000 in France with options. Specifically, it uses a 42 kWh battery, makes 117 hp, hits 0-62 mph in about 9.0 seconds, and offers a fabric retractable roof that opens like a folding sunroof rather than fully exposing the cabin. Currently, the car is on sale across continental Europe and the UK. However, it is not sold as a Cabrio in the United States, and there is no public plan to bring it there.
What you get and what you give up
The 500e Cabrio is an honest city car with a real range of approximately 118 miles in mixed driving. Highway range drops to roughly 95 miles. The fabric roof is structurally less of a true convertible than the Maserati and MG — it retains the upper window frames and B-pillar — but it does fully expose the front occupants to sky. For a buyer in Rome or Lisbon who wants an EV they can park anywhere and put the roof down in summer, it is a coherent product.
Why it does not cross the Atlantic
The 500e was reintroduced to the US in 2024 as a hardtop only, and Stellantis pulled the model from the 2026 US lineup entirely after selling roughly 5,300 units in calendar 2024 — far below internal targets. The Cabrio variant has never been federalised for US crash standards, and at current US small-car sales volumes there is no rational case to homologate it. For European buyers, however, it is the lowest-cost entry point to open-top EV ownership in the segment by a wide margin.
Mini Cooper SE Convertible: The 999-Unit Footnote in Electric Convertible Cars History
Among limited-run electric convertible cars, the Mini Cooper SE Convertible was produced in 2023 with exactly 999 units built and distributed across the UK, EU, and Japan. Specifically, it used the previous-generation Mini electric platform — a 32.6 kWh battery, 184 hp, and an EPA-equivalent range of approximately 114 miles. As of June 2026, dealer stock is essentially exhausted, with low-mileage examples appearing on the UK used market at £40,000-£48,000.
Should you chase a used one?
Only if you specifically want the collector angle. The car is genuinely fun, but the 114-mile range is the lowest in this entire article, the battery management software is a generation behind current Mini products, and the new-generation Mini Cooper Electric (J01 platform, 2024+) is not currently offered as a convertible at all. BMW has not announced a convertible variant of the new Mini Electric for the 2026 or 2027 model year. So the 2023 SE Convertible is the only electric Mini convertible that exists or is planned in the near term. That makes it a curiosity, not a recommendation.
The Vapourware Tier of Electric Convertible Cars: Roadster, Polestar 6, and What 2027 Brings
Tesla Roadster: nine years and counting
The second-generation Tesla Roadster was announced in November 2017 with promised 2020 deliveries, a base price of $200,000, and a Founders Series at $250,000 requiring a non-refundable deposit. As of June 2026, zero customer cars have been delivered. The claimed specifications — 1.9-second 0-60 mph, 620-mile range, SpaceX thruster package — have not been independently verified because no production prototype has been benchmarked. Elon Musk stated in October 2024 that production would begin in 2025; that did not happen. Treat the Roadster as a deposit-only product. Anyone reserving in 2026 should expect a multi-year wait and material spec risk.
Polestar 6: real, but 2027
The Polestar 6 is the most credible near-term entry to the segment. Based on the LA Concept first shown in March 2022, it is positioned as an 800V dual-motor roadster with a hard convertible top, a target output around 884 hp, and a sub-3.2-second 0-60 mph time. Polestar opened reservations with a $25,000 deposit for the LA Concept launch edition, which sold out in seven days at 500 global units. Series production was originally targeted for 2026 but pushed to 2027 in the most recent investor communications. Final pricing for the standard production trims has not been confirmed but is expected to land near the Maserati’s range.
Porsche electric Boxster (718): also 2027
Porsche has confirmed an electric Boxster (officially the next-generation 718) for production launch in 2027. The current ICE 718 ended production in 2025 specifically to clear the line for the electric successor. Expected specs are a 100 kWh battery, dual-motor AWD, and pricing starting near €85,000 in Europe and approximately $90,000 in the US. If Porsche delivers on the timing, the electric Boxster will be the most important arrival in the segment — it is the first sub-$100,000 production electric convertible from a major Western manufacturer.
What that means for a 2026 buyer
The segment in 18-24 months will look fundamentally different from the segment today. If you can defer the purchase to 2027, you will have at least three more credible options to choose from, and pricing pressure from Porsche entering at sub-$100,000 will likely soften the Maserati’s resale curve as well. The argument for buying now is brand-specific or use-case-specific, not market-wide.
Why the Electric Convertible Cars Segment Is So Small — And Why That Will Not Last
The structural problem
Three forces hold the electric convertibles segment under five vehicles in 2026. First, global convertible sales overall have collapsed — from approximately 365,000 units in 2014 to under 175,000 in 2024 per S&P Global Mobility data. That makes any new platform investment harder to justify regardless of powertrain. Second, EV battery packs add 600-900 lb of weight that has to sit in the floor, which fights the low centre of gravity convertibles need and adds chassis stiffening cost. Third, the open cabin is aerodynamically compromised, which means convertible EVs typically lose more range to drag than their fixed-roof equivalents — a problem worse for EVs than for gas cars because range is a more salient marketing number than mpg.
Why it will change anyway
The economics will shift around 2027-2028 for one reason: battery pack costs are projected to fall from approximately $90-$110 per kWh in 2026 to roughly $70-$80 per kWh by 2028 per BloombergNEF. That gives manufacturers enough margin to add convertible-specific engineering costs without breaking the price ceiling. The Porsche electric Boxster, Polestar 6, and likely BMW and Audi follow-ons are all timed to land in this window. The current four-model market is a transitional state, not a permanent one.
Electric Convertible Cars Range, Aerodynamics, and the Honest Cost of Driving Top-Down
This is the most under-reported aspect of electric convertibles. Every EV loses range to highway aerodynamic drag — that is well documented in our analysis of EV advertised range versus real range. The published EPA and WLTP figures already assume roof-up, climate-controlled conditions. The roof-down range loss is a separate cost layered on top.
The measured loss
MG Cyberster owner data on UK forums shows consistent measurements: at 70 mph cruise, dropping the roof reduces real-world range by 12-15%. At 50 mph, the loss is closer to 5-7%. Below 35 mph, the loss is negligible. The mechanism is aerodynamic drag — drag rises with the square of speed, and open cabins create turbulent airflow that increases the drag coefficient meaningfully. For the Maserati GranCabrio Folgore, expect a similar pattern: roughly 220 miles real-world top-up at highway speed, dropping to 185-190 miles top-down.
Planning rule
If you intend to drive top-down on highway stretches, plan around 75% of EPA or WLTP range, not the standard 80% planning rule for fixed-roof EVs. For long touring trips that mix highway and roof-down city sections, plan around 80%. And as a rule that applies across every EV in this category: confirm home charging access before the purchase, not after. The brand, the range, the colour — none of it matters as much as whether you can plug in at home tonight.
Home Charging for Garage-Queen Electric Convertible Cars
Most electric convertibles spend the majority of their life parked. That makes Level 2 home charging the only sensible plan — the cars are rarely driven hard enough or far enough to need DC fast charging on a regular basis. A 48-amp Level 2 charger refills the Maserati GranCabrio Folgore from 20% to 100% in roughly 9 hours, which covers any weekend driving routine without needing public infrastructure at all. The complete sizing logic is in our home EV charging setup guide.
Should You Buy Electric Convertible Cars Now or Wait for 2027?
- You have a budget of $200,000 or more and want the brand specifically.
- You already own a daily-driver EV or two, and this is a third car.
- You have reliable Level 2 home charging.
- You can absorb 35-45% depreciation in the first three years on a six-figure EV.
- You live in the UK, EU, Australia, or New Zealand.
- You want roadster styling and 503 hp under £65,000.
- You can tolerate first-year software niggles for a 7-year warranty.
- You are not buying for cross-country touring.
- You are a US buyer under $200,000 looking for an open-top EV.
- You want the Polestar 6 or are willing to compare it to the Porsche electric Boxster.
- You have any flexibility on timing and want a larger comparison set.
- You are unwilling to be an early adopter on a niche segment.
- You need a single car that can also do family duty, road trips, or cargo.
- You cannot install reliable Level 2 home charging.
- You are buying the Tesla Roadster reservation expecting near-term delivery.
- You are chasing a used Mini SE Convertible as a value buy — it is not one.
Methodology
Models included: Every electric convertible in series production globally for the 2026 model year, plus officially confirmed pre-production reservations (Polestar 6, Tesla Roadster) and the Porsche electric 718 for 2027 context.
Pricing source: Manufacturer configurators accessed May 2026 — Maserati, MG UK, Fiat Italia. US, UK, AU pricing converted at May 2026 spot rates where local pricing was unavailable.
Range figures: WLTP figures from EU homologation documents, EPA-equivalent estimates for US-targeted comparisons. Real-world range derived by multiplying WLTP by 0.80 (mixed) or 0.75 (top-down highway). Owner-reported data sourced from MG Cyberster UK and Fiat 500e EU enthusiast forums where adequate sample sizes existed.
What was excluded: Coachbuilt and conversion-only electric convertibles (one-off projects, third-party retrofits), non-passenger vehicles, and any model with no confirmed production VIN as of May 2026. The Tesla Roadster is included only in the vapourware tier because it has been on sale-by-deposit since 2017 without production deliveries.
Assumptions: Home Level 2 charging available for EV use cases. No federal US tax credit (the $7,500 Clean Vehicle Credit expired September 30, 2025 per the One Big Beautiful Bill Act). State and EU national incentives not modelled because they vary materially by location.
FAQ: Electric Convertible Cars in 2026
What is the best electric convertible to buy in 2026?
The Maserati GranCabrio Folgore is the only full-size four-seat electric convertible on sale across the US, UK, EU, and Australia, starting at $205,995 in the US with 751 hp and a 2.6-second 0-60 mph time. The MG Cyberster is the better value at £59,995 in the UK and AUD 115,000 in Australia, but it is not sold in the United States. For US buyers under $200,000 who want an open-top EV in 2026, there is no compelling production option — the practical answer is to wait for the Porsche electric Boxster and Polestar 6 in 2027.
Are there any affordable electric convertibles in 2026?
The Fiat 500e Cabrio at €34,500 in Europe is the cheapest production electric convertible, but it is not sold in the US in convertible form. The MG Cyberster at £59,995 is the next tier and is also US-restricted. Everything else costs over $200,000. The reason is structural — convertible bodies require additional chassis reinforcement that pushes the engineering cost past what most sub-$50,000 EV programmes can absorb on top of the battery cost.
When is the Tesla Roadster actually coming?
Unknown. The Roadster was announced in November 2017 with promised 2020 deliveries. As of June 2026, no customer cars have been delivered. Tesla collected $50,000 base deposits and $250,000 Founders Series reservations starting in 2017. Treat the Roadster as deposit-only until Tesla publishes confirmed production VINs. Anyone reserving in 2026 should plan for a multi-year wait and material specification risk.
Is the Polestar 6 a convertible?
Yes, the Polestar 6 is positioned as an electric roadster with a hard convertible top based on the O2 concept from 2022. Polestar originally targeted 2026 production but pushed to 2027 in recent investor communications. Provisional specifications include 884 hp, a sub-3.2-second 0-60 mph time, and a target range around 270 miles WLTP. The 500-unit LA Concept launch edition sold out in seven days with $25,000 deposits. Final standard production pricing is not confirmed.
Why are there so few electric convertibles?
Three reasons. First, global convertible sales fell from approximately 365,000 units in 2014 to under 175,000 in 2024 per S&P Global Mobility, making new investment harder to justify. Second, EV battery packs add 600-900 lb of weight, fighting the low centre of gravity convertibles need. Third, open cabins are less aerodynamic, so convertible EVs lose more range to drag than their fixed-roof equivalents. The combination keeps most manufacturers from entering the segment at all.
Do electric convertibles lose range with the top down?
Yes, measurably. MG Cyberster owner data shows a 12-15% range reduction at 70 mph with the roof down versus roof up. The mechanism is aerodynamic — open cabins create turbulent airflow that increases drag coefficient. In city driving below 35 mph, the effect is negligible. For the Maserati GranCabrio Folgore, expect roughly 220 miles real-world top-up at highway speed, dropping to around 185-190 miles top-down. Plan trips around the lower number for extended highway driving.
Should I buy an electric convertible or wait?
Wait if you have flexibility. The 2026 lineup is a four-vehicle market, and the 2027-2028 pipeline adds the Polestar 6, the potential Tesla Roadster, the Porsche electric Boxster, and likely entries from BMW and Audi. The segment is likely to roughly double in available models within 24 months. Unless you are specifically buying a Maserati for the brand, the smarter financial position is to wait until 2027 when the comparison set is meaningfully larger.
How much does it cost to insure an electric convertible?
Materially more than an equivalent EV coupe. Per the Insurance Information Institute 2025 data, EVs cost approximately 18% more to insure than comparable gas vehicles. Convertibles add another 10-25% on top of that. For a Maserati GranCabrio Folgore in the US, expect annual full-coverage premiums of $4,500-$7,200 for a clean-record driver over 30 with a $1,000 deductible. The MG Cyberster in the UK averages £1,400-£2,100 per year on Group 50 insurance bands. Get quotes before purchase, not after.
Final Verdict
The honest verdict is the one most ranking articles will not give you: the 2026 electric convertibles market does not yet contain enough options to justify a “best of” listicle in the conventional sense. There are four production cars, and the answer for most buyers is one of them or none of them depending entirely on which country they live in and how much they want to spend.
Where the money actually goes
If you are a US buyer with the budget, the Maserati GranCabrio Folgore at $205,995 is the only production answer until at least mid-2027. Specifically, it is a legitimately good car — the 2.6-second 0-60 mph time is the headline, but the 270 kW DC fast charging and 92.5 kWh usable battery are the structural reasons it works as a weekend grand tourer. However, the depreciation curve is the load-bearing risk, and there is no way to model it precisely yet because the data set is too thin.
For a UK or Australian buyer, the MG Cyberster at £59,995 is the rational pick among current electric convertible cars. Moreover, it delivers Maserati-adjacent performance for a third of the price, and the 7-year warranty in the UK offsets the brand’s mixed first-year reliability record. As a result, the car is genuinely the value play of the segment.
European city-car buyers, on the other hand, get the Fiat 500e Cabrio as the only sub-€40,000 option, and it is a perfectly sensible one if 118 miles of real range covers your driving. By contrast, US buyers cannot order that car at all — it has never existed on American dealer lots.
The honest caveat
If you are a US buyer under $200,000 and you specifically want an open-top EV in 2026, the most useful thing this article can tell you is: there is not a product that meets that brief right now. The Polestar 6 in 2027 is the strongest near-term candidate, and the Porsche electric Boxster (also 2027) will be the first sub-$100,000 production electric convertible from a major Western manufacturer. Wait the 12-18 months, or buy something that already exists in a different body style — the best electric cars 2026 ranking covers the broader EV market where the actual production choices are richer.
The shortest version: the electric convertibles segment is real, it is small, and it is on the verge of doubling. Maserati is the only US answer over $200,000, MG is the international value answer, and everything else either has not arrived or does not cross the Atlantic. Buy now only if the brand or use case demands it — otherwise, 2027 is the better entry point.
Last updated: June 4, 2026
