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Summary
Money-wise, the TT falls into a sort of sport coupe twilight zone. Pricing starts at $31,025, some $5000 more than a Prelude SH, which offers almost identical performance and a lot more interior space, albeit in a less attractive package. And it's considerably less expensive-about $6000 less-than BMW's Z3 2.8 Coupe, a very good performer that offers only two seats.But we're leaving an intangible out of the equation-call it the notice-me index. Besides being entertaining to drive, the TT is almost impossible to top for high-profile visibility. To get the same kind of cachet, you'd have to spend a quarter-million bucks for some sort of Italian exotic (Incidentally, VW has one of those now, too; it's called Lamborghini). Even then, this little Audi would hold its own.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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TT Coupe |
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Engines:
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1.8-liter dohc 20-v I-4 |
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Transmissions:
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5-speed manual |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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dual front airbags, front side airbags |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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Basic Warranty:
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Assembled In:
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Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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TT Coupe |
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Standard Equipment:
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ABS, air conditioning, AM/FM/cassette audio, power windows, power mirrors, power locks, keyless remote entry, cruise control, tilt steering, traction control, aluminum alloy wheels |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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Audi/Bose premium CD audio ($1,200); heated front seats, trip computer ($700) |
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Destination Charge:
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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32925 |
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Layout:
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front-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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180 @ 5500 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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173 @ 1950 |
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Transmission:
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5-speed manual |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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22/31 |
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Wheelbase:
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95.4 |
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Length/width/height:
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159.1/73.1/53.0 |
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Track, f/r:
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60.0/59.6 |
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Turning circle:
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34.2 |
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Seating capacity:
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2+2 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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37.8/NA/41.2 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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32.6/NA/20.2 |
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Cargo volume:
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14.0 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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Suspension, f:
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Independent |
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Suspension, r:
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Independent |
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Ground clearance:
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4.4 |
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Curb weight:
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2655 |
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Tires:
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P205/55ZR-16 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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vented disc/disc |
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Fuel capacity:
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14.5 |
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