quattro: even
more grip, even more driving
enjoyment
quattro: Noch mehr Grip, noch mehr Fahrspaß
ZUR DEUTSCHEN VERSION
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The Audi TTS
Audi is taking
the wraps off a new sports car model. In early summer, the top model of the
TT line, the TTS, will be appearing at dealers in both Coupe and Roadster
body versions.
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Its two-liter TFSI engine develops an awesome 200 kW (272 hp) that catapults
the Coupe with S tronic dual-clutch transmission from 0 to 100 km/h (62.14
mph) in just 5.2 seconds and on up to a governed top speed of 250 km/h (155.34
mph). Designed to appeal towards a particularly young and dynamic clientele,
the TTS represents Audi's Vorsprung durch Technik in its very latest form.
This sports car owes its superior performance to a whole raft of innovative
concepts. quattro permanent all-wheel drive translates its sheer power
efficiently into locomotion, and the Audi magnetic ride shock absorber system
guarantees precise handling. The optional high-tech S tronic transmission
can take charge of power transmission as well, shifting faster than even
a highly skilled driver. The TTS Coupe starts at 44,900 and the Roadster
at 47,750.
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The two-liter TFSI: the perfect sport
engine
The TFSI engine in the TTS takes the two gasoline direct injection
and turbocharging technologies from Audi and blends them to form a perfect
partnership for a sports car. It is not only the 200 kW (272 hp) of output
that makes the TFSI so scintillating, there's its hefty pulling power too
- the maximum torque of 350 Nm (258.15 lb-ft) is constantly on tap from 2,500
up to 5,000 rpm. Compared to the engine it was derived from, the two-liter
power unit has been fundamentally reengineered and uprated to ready it for
operation in the TTS. Thanks to its excellent efficiency, the sporty-sounding
TFSI has an average fuel consumption of just 8.0 liters of fuel per 100
kilometers (29.40 mpg) in the Coupe when partnered by the six-speed manual
transmission, while the figure for the Roadster averages 8.2 l/100 km (28.68
mpg). The optional S tronic dual-clutch transmission brings these figures
down to 7.9 l/100 km (29.77 mpg) and 8.0 l/100 km (29.40 mpg) respectively.
S tronic, which operates with six speeds and two clutches, changes gear at
high load and engine speed in a fraction of a second. This, coupled with
its dynamic starting performance, knocks two-tenths of a second off the sprint
to 100 km/h (62.14 mph) for both the Coupe and Roadster. Virtually loss-free
transfer of power to the road is the task of the standard-specification quattro
permanent all-wheel drive, which enables the TTS to accelerate sooner and
more reliably than its challengers. At the heart of this system is a hydraulic
multi-plate clutch, which now works faster than ever thanks to a new pressure
reservoir. |
Audi magnetic ride: high-tech damping
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The TTS rolls off the production line equipped with yet another high-tech
module - the Audi magnetic ride adaptive damping system. Circulating inside
its damper pistons is a special fluid containing minute magnetic particles.
When electrical voltage is applied, the fluid's flow properties change, altering
the damping characteristics as well. The driver can choose between two mapped
characteristics - Normal and Sport. Normal mode is designed for a well-balanced,
comfortable ride, whereas in the Sport plane the TTS harnesses all of the
potential of its sport suspension - which lowers the body by 10 millimeters
(0.39 in) - to deliver uncompromisingly crisp handling. The front suspension
is made of aluminum, thereby reducing the unsprung masses. The efficient
technology behind the responsive electromechanical steering notably reduces
fuel consumption and the four-link rear suspension handles longitudinal and
transverse forces separately, making a big contribution to its dynamic
impression. The sports car is safely brought to a standstill by the
high-performance braking system with its large 17-inch disks. Audi has devised
a second, sporty level for the ESP stabilization program which enables controlled
drifting. One of the factors behind the supreme performance of the TTS is
the hybrid construction of its body. Steel is used only at the rear end,
while the front and center sections of the body are built from lightweight
aluminum. ASF (Audi Space Frame) technology guarantees superb rigidity and
safety by optimizing axle load distribution and reducing overall weight.
The manual version of the Coupe weighs in at just 1,395 kilograms (3075.42
lb), equating to a power-to-weight ratio of 5.1 kilograms per hp (11.24 lb/hp). |
It is clear at first glance that the Audi TTS is a dynamic top model within
the TT line. The standard-fit 18-inch aluminum wheels are a highlight of
the special design, as are the headlights, comprising newly designed bi-xenon
units with LED daytime running lights. Inside, passengers are welcomed by
deep-set sports seats trimmed in a mixture of leather and Alcantara, with
Silk Nappa leather seat upholstery in four different color combinations available
as an option. The gray background for the instruments as well as the leather
multifunction steering wheel add further styling touches. For mobile
entertainment, there is an audio system complete with CD player. The Roadster
comes with an electro-hydraulic drive for the soft top, a power-operated
wind deflector, plus a load-through facility for added practicality. The
rear seats in the Coupe have a split-folding design, allowing luggage capacity
to be increased from 290 to 700 liters (10.24 - 24.71 cubic ft). Audi has
reached a special milestone with the TTS: It was ten years ago that the TT
Coupe first took to the road, swiftly acquiring the status of a design icon.
The TT has been increasing in popularity ever since, in both hard-top and
open-top form. It has now reached new heights with the TTS.
The equipment, data, and prices specified refer
to the models offered in Germany. This document may contain errors and is
subject to change without notice.
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