There are many different types of cars out there. I am not talking about sports cars, and electric cars, and self-driving cars. I am talking about styles such as sedans, convertibles, and of course, coupes. A coupe is a type of car defined by two doors and a rear sloping roof. Typically, due to the congested space in the back cabin, coupes have gained a reputation for not being passenger-friendly. While most coupes are traditionally powerful, high performing sports cars, there are a few that have surprisingly good rear-cabin space. Although not as good as say an SUV's rear cabin space, here are ten of the best coupes with useful rear seats.
10 Honda Civic Coupe
First up, we have the Honda Civic Coupe. This car is not only affordable but comes with a generous rear-seat legroom space of 30.8 inches. Widely considered to be one of the last affordable coupes on today's markets, the Honda Civic Coupe is a spin on the company's popular Civic series, and the coupe-style adds a general flair to this car.
The automobile is equipped with an impressive 1.5 L turbo-four engine, which gives the car a sporty feel while being efficient and producing good mileage. The Civic coupe also comes with LED taillights and the Civic Coupe Si comes with reinvented suspensions and dampers.
9 Volkswagen Beetle
Next up, from the land of supercars, the Volkswagen Beetle. This German baby has been in the news recently as the automobile manufacturer, Volkswagen declared that the Beetle would be discontinued in 2019. This announcement has brought outrage from the public and the company has yet to respond.
The beetle is a classic two-door coupe with a retro vibe to it. It comes with rear-seat legroom of 31.4 inches and comes with a standard engine capable of producing 174 hp. The Beetle can be considered one of the first coupes ever made as it dates back to 1938, and was designed by the founder of Porsche, Ferdinand Porsche.
8 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe
Following the Beetle comes the Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe. The C-Class Coupe has a sleek design in order to combat wind resistance, and the structure of this car is surprisingly durable. The interior of the coupe is comparable to any other Mercedes sedan and comes with state-of-the-art features such as two screens on the center console and controls on the steering wheel.
The C-class coupe is powered by a twin-scroll turbo engine, which not only puts out 255 hp but is surprisingly efficient and gives you 31-miles to the gallon on a highway. The C-class is available with an all-wheel-drive option and the AMG C-class coupe is another model that offers incredible power and control.
7 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe
Following the C-class is another Benz, the E-class coupe. The E-class is equipped with an extremely well-designed and comfortable interior, not to mention it has an adult-sized rear-cabin. The interior of the car contains a 12.3-inch monitor, and the innovative "Car-to-X" technology can allow the vehicle to communicate with a central hub to display information, update driving conditions, and ensure the driver's eyes never leave the road. The E-class is equipped with a 362-hp Biturbo V6 engine that enables this vehicle to go from 0-60 in 5 seconds. The transmission for this car is also a 9-speed, and shift paddles allow the driver to be in charge on the roads.
6 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Coupe
Following the C-class and E-class is yet another Benz, the S-class coupe. Like the E-class, the S-class also has a 9-speed transmission but has a slightly more powerful engine. The 463-hp Biturbo V8 engine can propel this beast from 0-60 in 4.5 seconds, versus the E-class's slightly slower speed of 5 seconds. The S-class coupe is also equipped with a unique new technology that works off the feed of numerous cameras surrounding the exterior of the car. With input from these cameras, the S-class can display blind spots, help a driver back up into a parking spot and read speed limits.
5 Dodge Challenger
This next car is considered as an American classic and one of the only muscle cars still on the market. Presenting to you, the Dodge Challenger. The Challenger has gained fame through its cameos in movies such as The Fast and the Furious.
The Challenger is the only coupe on the market that seats five passengers due to its unique three-point rear seating system. This ride also has numerous options for variations and can be customized to any degree. Considering the Challenger’s reputation for being a muscle car and it being a coupe, the ride passengers experience is surprisingly smooth.
4 BMW Series 4
The BMW 4 series is described by the company as, “A sporty performer built to impress,” but has also been acknowledged by many to be a coupe version of the series 3 with minor modifications. The Series 4 can go from 0-60 in 4.6 seconds and is powered by an Advanced TwinPower turbo engine that can put out up to 320 hp. The coupe is equipped with a classic design with a unique modern flair. The Series 4 models have a traditional long wheelbase, the traditional sloping roof, and short overhangs. In addition, the Series 4 has a modern touch with exaggerated headlights and eight color options.
3 Audi A5 Series
Next up is the Audi A5 series. The A5 series, like the BMW series 4 aims to achieve a sporty look while maintaining class and style. The A5 is equipped with a seven-speed S Tronic transmission alongside a powerful engine, the turbocharged 248-hp 45 TFSI Quattro. The Quattro engine packs a punch and lets the A5 go from 0-60 in 5.6 seconds. In addition to the Quattro engine, this fine car is also equipped with the Quattro all-wheel-drive technology. All in all, the A5 is a good deal if you are looking for a sexy, stunning, yet powerful coupe that has amazing rear-cabin space.
2 Maserati GranTurismo
Next is another luxury car, the Maserati GranTurismo. The GranTurismo is an incredibly sleek and sexy car whose design can only be rivaled by that of the original GranTurismo, which dates back 70 years. In 1947, Maserati did something revolutionary. The company fitted a coupe with a race-car engine - little did the company know that this move would bring forth a series of coupes that are popular to this day. The GranTurismo can put out a power of up to 454 hp and can reach a top speed of 186-miles per hour. Also, the GranTurismo is equipped with a V8 engine which can make this baby go from 0-60 in 4.8 seconds.
1 Rolls-Royce Wraith
Finally, arguably the best coupe on this list. The only car that can rival the sleek design of the GranTurismo, the interior of the BMW series-4, and the power of the S-class, the Rolls Royce Wraith. With the name itself comes a feeling of security and a reputation of trustworthiness. Rolls Royce is reputed to be one of the best automobile manufacturers in the world and has produced excellent vehicles for over a century. The Wraith is equipped with a powerful engine, its design is the epitome of luxury and class, not to mention the entire interior is hand-crafted and not a single detail is missed. While the virtues of this car are many, all it takes is one look at this beautiful vehicle to fall in love.