 New to the lineup is a powerful and highly efficient
four cylinder: The 2.0 TFSI develops 155 kW (211 hp), but is content in the
TT Coupé with an average fuel consumption of just 6.6 liters per 100
kilometers (35.64 US mpg). The TT Coupé and the TT Roadster already
sport a fascinating and dynamic appearance. Now their design has been revised
to be even more expressive. The powerful front bumper frames larger air inlets
with three-dimensional edges. The fog lights are set in chrome rings. The
lattice of the single-frame grille in high-gloss black and the optional xenon
plus headlights have also been redesigned. Twelve white light-emitting diodes
arranged in a straight line at the lower edge of the headlights serve as
the daytime running lights. At the rear of the car, the voluminous tailpipes
of the exhaust system - the 2.0 TFSI features a dual exhaust - and the larger,
flat black diffuser set accents. The TT Coupé and the TT Roadster
have grown by nearly two centimeters (0.79 in) and now measure 4,187 millimeters
(164.84 in) in length as a result of the updates. The width of 1,842 millimeters
(6.04 ft) and the height of 1,352 millimeters (4.44 ft) and 1,357 millimeters
(4.45 ft) for the Coupé and Roadster, respectively, remain unchanged.
A key factor for the groundbreaking efficiency and excellent driving dynamics
of the TT is the body, which features hybrid Audi Space Frame technology
(ASF). Lightweight aluminum is used at the front of the car back to the B-pillar,
with steel panels used at the rear. The mix makes it possible to finely balance
the axle loads and keep the overall weight extremely low. The body of the
Coupé weighs only 206 kilograms, with 140 kilograms of aluminum and
66 kilograms of steel. The TT 1.8 TFSI weighs a mere 1,240 kg (2,733.73 lb),
a good 100 kilograms (220.46 lbs) less than its competitors. The classic
cloth top of the TT Roadster is a perfect complement to Audi's lightweight
construction principle. It contributes to a low center of gravity, fits perfectly
into the design line and takes up little space when open. Audi offers the
soft top in two variants. The manual version features a central latch for
opening and closing the top. An electrohydraulic drive opens the optional
fully-automatic top in just 12 seconds, even while driving at speeds up to
50 km/h (31.07 mph). The interior of the TT features a sporty design, dynamic
elegance and uncompromising fit and finish. Now the designers have added
even more gloss. Accents are provided by new aluminum-look applications and
rings, frames and strips in high-gloss black. The aluminum strip above the
glove box door is now brushed gray. There are three interior colors from
which to choose. The leather seat covers are specially treated to reduce
thermal heating by as much as 20 degrees Celsius (68 Fahrenheit) when the
TT is parked in the sun.
Drivetrain Audi offers both the TT Coupé and the TT Roadster with
three four-cylinder engines with turbocharging and direct fuel injection.
The two TFSI gasoline engines and the TDI combine sporty performance with
groundbreaking efficiency - their fuel consumption figures have been reduced
by up to 14 percent. All three engines work with a recuperation system that
recovers energy during braking and coasting phases. New to the TT lineup
is the 2.0 TFSI with 155 kW (211 hp) and 350 Nm of torque (258.15 lb-ft),
the latter between 1,600 and 4,200 rpm. With a manual transmission, the
turbocharged two-liter engine accelerates the Coupé from zero to 100
km/h (62.14 mph) in 6.1 seconds on its way to a top speed of 245 km/h (152.24
mph). Audi also offers the new 2.0 TFSI paired with the six-speed S tronic
and quattro permanent all-wheel drive as an option. With this combination,
the standard sprint takes only 5.6 seconds. The Audi valvelift system AVS
in the new 2.0 TFSI adjusts the lift of the exhaust valves in two stages,
which increases power, torque and efficiency. Equipped with a manual
transmission, the TT 2.0 TFSI consumes only 6.6 liters of fuel per 100 km
(35.64 US mpg) in the European test cycle. It emits just 154 grams of CO2
per km (247.84 g/mile). Fuel consumption has improved by 1.1 liters/100 km
over the previous model. The TT engine lineup includes two other four-cylinder
engines besides the new 2.0 TFSI. The 1.8 TFSI, available with a six-speed
manual transmission and front-wheel drive, delivers 118 kW (160 hp) and 250
Nm of torque (184.39 lb-ft), the latter between 1,500 and 4,500 rpm. It launches
the Coupé from a standing start to 100 km/h in 7.2 seconds, with a
top speed of 226 km/h (140.43 mph). It consumes 6.4 liters of fuel per 100
km (36.75 US mpg) on average, which corresponds to only 149 grams of CO2/km
(239.79 g/mile). The TT 2.0 TDI easily sets new standards when it comes to
efficiency. The TT Coup is content with just 5.3 liters of fuel per 100 km
(44.38 US mpg) on average, which corresponds to only 139 grams of CO2/km
(223.70 g/mile). With 125 kW (170 hp) and 350 Nm (258.15 lb-ft) of torque
- the latter available between 1,750 and 2,500 rpm - the standard sprint
takes 7.5 seconds and acceleration continues until a top speed of 226 km/h
(140.43 mph) is reached. The two-liter TDI is paired with a manual transmission
and quattro all-wheel drive. A six-speed manual transmission transfers power
to the wheels regardless of the engine. Audi also offers the S tronic dual
clutch transmission for the new 2.0 TFSI. This transmission switches between
its six gears extremely quickly with no perceptible interruption to the supply
of power. The high-tech gearbox offers the driver both an automatic and manual
mode. Manual shifts can be made using the optional paddles on the steering
wheel.
The quattro permanent all-wheel drive system is available as an option for
the 2.0 TFSI with the S tronic; it comes standard with the 2.0 TDI. Its hydraulic
multi-plate clutch is electronically controlled. During normal driving, it
sends most of the engine's power to the front wheels, but can quickly transfer
power to the rear wheels, if necessary.
Chassis
The front suspension of the TT features McPherson struts, with aluminum
components used to keep the weight of the unsprung masses low. The power
steering is direct, sensitive and thanks to its electromechanical drive,
highly efficient. The trailing arms of the four-link rear suspension are
relatively soft for better comfort. The connections to the three transverse
links per wheel, on the other hand, are rigid in order to direct lateral
forces into the body with precision. Available as an option with all variants
of the TT is the electronically controlled Audi magnetic ride shock absorber
system, another high-tech feature. A computer controls the adaptive damping.
The two base characteristics are now more clearly differentiated from one
another. In "Normal" mode, the movements of the TT Coupé and the TT
Roadster are both agile and comfortable; in "Sport" mode, high damping forces
largely suppress body motion. Another option is available in addition to
Audi magnetic ride - the Sport button. The driver can use it to adjust the
characteristic of the gas pedal (with manual transmissions), the servo boost
for the steering and the engine sound in two stages. The range of wheels
has also been reworked, and now features 14 variants. The TT 1.8 TFSI, the
2.0 TDI and the 2.0 TFSI roll off the assembly line on 17-inch aluminum wheels
with size 245/45 tires. The range of summer wheels extends all the way up
to 9 J x 19 with 255/35 tires. |
 All versions of the TT Coupé and TT Roadster
come with a wide array of standard equipment. Among the highlights are the
"chorus" audio system, a driver information system and - in the TT Coupé-
an automatic climate control system. Two navigation systems, a universal
cellular phone preparation and the Bose Surround Sound system are available
as options. The onboard computer with efficiency program comes standard in
the TT. It presents all consumption-relevant data on the central display,
and gives tips for efficient driving. The gear-change indicator indicates
the proper gear. Another function indicates the energy consumption of the
individual systems in the vehicle and how that influences fuel consumption.
Those who are fond of very special features will find a wide selection available
in Color & Trim. It begins with the optional leather upholstery and includes
four leather packages, an application package and two S line packages - the
S line exterior package and the S line sport package. The updated TT Coupé
and the TT Roadster will debut on the German market this summer with only
minimal changes in price. The 1.8 TFSI will be available from €30,200.
The Audi TTS and the Audi TT RS
The Audi TTS, both in Coupé and Roadster body styles, combine enthralling
sportiness with amazing comfort. Its two-liter TFSI delivers 200 kW (272
hp) and 350 Nm (258.15 lb-ft) of torque to the quattro permanent all-wheel
drive. It accelerates the TTS Coupé with the optional S tronic from
zero to 100 km/h (62.14 mph) in 5.2 seconds, up to a top speed of 250 km/h
(155.34 mph). With the S tronic, average fuel consumption is only 7.7 liters
of fuel per 100 km (30.55 US mpg). The TTS comes standard with the Audi magnetic
ride adaptive shock absorber technology, the Sport button and a particularly
powerful brake system. Visual cues to its identity are provided by 18-inch
wheels, a new grille and chrome air inlets. The spearhead of the TT model
series is the TT RS, which is likewise available as a Coupé or a Roadster.
Its turbocharged, inline 5-cylinder engine draws 250 kW (340 hp) of power
from 2.5 liters of displacement, with 450 Nm (331.90 lb ft) of torque available
between 1,600 and 5,300 rpm. Average fuel consumption is just 9.2 liters
of fuel per 100 km (25.57 US mpg), however. A sound flap in the exhaust system
further intensifies the throaty sound. The TT RS Coupé rockets from
0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62.14 mph) in 4.6 seconds; quattro GmbH will raise the
top speed from 250 to 280 km/h (155.34 to 173.98 mph) upon request. The TT
RS also comes standard with quattro permanent all-wheel drive, of course.
Beginning this fall, the S tronic will also be available for the TT RS -
in a new, beefed up version with seven speeds. Equipped with the high-end
transmission, the Coup catapults from zero to 100 km/h (62.14 mph) in 4.4
seconds. Distinctive design details, 18-inch wheels and a high-performance
brake system are standard with the TT RS. |
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