Pros: Invigorating performance and all-wheel-drive handling; good fuel economy for a high-end sporty car; impressive cabin design and assembly quality
Cons: Traditional manual transmission is unavailable; no rear seat in convertible and cramped rear seat in coupe; limited cargo room; stiff ride
CG Says: The 2021 Audi TT adds standard equipment. New standard features include Nappa leather upholstery, smartphone interface, navigation system, blind-spot alert, and Bang and Olufsen sound system. The roadster gains standard neck-level heating. TT comes as a 2+2 hatchback coupe or a 2-seat convertible. The stylish interior is highlighted by a “virtual cockpit” gauge cluster; it packs speedometer, tachometer, infotainment, navigation, vital stats, etc. into one 12.3-inch configurable screen. Standard features include heated mirrors, an adaptive rear spoiler, keyless entry and ignition, and parking sensors. The Audi TT coupe and roadster are powered by a 228-horsepower turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder; the higher-performance TTS model comes only as a coupe and boasts 292 hp from its turbo 2.0 four. The high-performance TT RS is the most powerful of the TT series with a 394-horsepower turbocharged 2.5-liter 5-cylinder engine. All models use a 7-speed automated manual transmission; a traditional manual is not offered. The Audi TT continues to offer one-of-a-kind looks while upping the level of technology and refinement. Though base models aren’t quite as quick or agile as a Porsche Cayman or Boxster, they offer true sports-car satisfaction for significantly less money than those rivals.
Class | Premium Sporty/Performance Car |
Body Style(s) | 2-door hatchback, 2-door convertible |
Passenger Count | 4 (hatchback), 2 (convertible) |
Drive Wheels | all-wheel drive |
Manufacturer | Audi |
Nation of Manufacture | Hungary |
Base Prices | TT coupe: $50,845 TT convertible: $54,945 TTS coupe: $60,545 TT RS coupe: $73,545 |
Base Engine turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (TT) |
Horsepower 228 |
Std. Transmission 7-speed automated manual |
Avail. Transmission NA |
EPA City Range (mpg) 23 |
EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 31 |
Optional Engine turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (TTS) |
Horsepower 292 |
Std. Transmission 7-speed automated manual |
Avail. Transmission NA |
EPA City Range (mpg) 23 |
EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 29 |
Optional Engine turbocharged 2.5-liter 5-cylinder (TT RS) |
Horsepower 394 |
Std. Transmission 7-speed automated manual |
Avail. Transmission NA |
EPA City Range (mpg) 20 |
EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 30 |