| Year
(of specifications) |
2008
- 2014 |
| Engine |
2.0
litre turbocharged
4 cylinder |
| Transmission |
DSG
or 6 speed Manual AWD |
| Max
speed |
155
mph |
| 0-60
mph |
5.2
seconds |
| Horsepower |
265
bhp |
| weight |
1395
kgs / 3075 lbs |
Before the TT RS came along in 2009, the Audi TTS was the top-of-the-range
TT model.
Under the hood lies a 2-litre turbocharged 4 cylinder engine
producing 272 hp. This power source, coupled with either a conventional
6 speed manual gearbox, or 6 speed, dual clutch, S-Tronic transmission
allows the Audi TTS to hit 60 mph in just over 5 seconds (5.4
Manual, 5.2 S-Tronic).
The standard-specification quattro permanent all-wheel drive
in the TTS features an electronically controlled and hydraulically
operated multi-plate clutch, which now works even faster than
ever thanks to a new pressure reservoir. If required, all of
the drive force can be redirected from the front to the rear
wheels within a matter of milliseconds. To make allowance for
the high torque (258 lb-ft @ 2500 - 5000 rpm) produced by the
turbocharged engine in the TTS, the drive train has been reinforced
where required.
Audi has opted for a McPherson front suspension with lower triangular
wishbones for the TTS. The suspension is largely made of aluminum,
thereby reducing the unsprung weight. The TTS is also fitted
with Audi magnetic ride adaptive suspension which uses a special
fluid containing minute magnetic particles inside the dampers.
At the flick of a switch the viscosity of the fluid can be altered
to change the driving experience. In the TTS there are two suspension
settings. In “Normal” mode, when oil viscosity is
high, the car offers a well-balanced, comfortable ride. In the
“Sport” setting, meaning low viscosity, the TTS harnesses
all of the potential of its sports suspension, while also lowering
the body by 10 millimeters (0.39 inches).
To help reduce the overall weight the body of the Audi TTS uses
a hybrid construction method with the rear end being formed
from conventional steel, and the front and center sections created
from lightweight aluminium.
The Audi TTS has several exterior modifications to help it stand
out as the flagship of the TT model line. One of the design
highlights is undoubtedly the headlights – newly designed bixenon
units featuring a horizontal strip of white LEDs that serve
as daytime running lights. The single-frame grill in a platinum
gray finish is embellished with slender chrome strips, while
large air intakes in the restyled front apron add to the performance
feel.
When viewed in profile, the large 18-inch wheels and widened,
deeper door sills are apparent. As well as a muscular rear bumper,
a gray-colored diffuser trim, plus two sets of twin tailpipes
protruding from the left and the right side. The spoiler on
the TTS extends automatically when the speed reaches 74.5 mph
(120 km/h) and retracts again when it drops back to 50 mph (80
km/h).
Inside the Audi TTS are figure hugging sports seats covered
as standard in leather and Alcantara. The sports seats are optionally
available in Silk Nappa leather upholstery. There is also the
option of the Impulse leather package, comprising black trim
with silver stitching in the Coupe or chennai brown trim with
espresso-colored contrast stitching in the Roadster. As always,
Audi's virtually unparalleled build quality is also to be found.
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Audi R8 V10
Audi R8 V12 TDI
Audi R8 GT3
Audi RS 6 Sedan
Audi RS 6 Avant
Audi TT S-Line (2007)
Audi TT V6 Quattro (2007)
Audi TT V6 Quattro
Audi TT V6 Convertible
Audi A4 Quattro S-Line (2008)
Audi RS4 Saloon
Audi RS4 Cabriolet
Audi S4 (2009)
Audi S3
Audi A5
Audi A5 Cabriolet
Audi S5
Audi S5 Cabriolet
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