The New TT

[Canadian Turbo]

Well after 45 minutes of German political ramblings they finally unveiled the new TT today, and here are the first official pics!

[R_Ethug]

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oohhhhhh.. i love that steering wheel! the interior looks nice! i like the update. it doesn't change 'too' much but just enough to know its different..

[Chris]

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Love it!

[Billip]

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Beautiful. Stunning. I only wish they offered more powerful engines. It seems to have lots of technology firsts (or at least almost firsts).

I want one... not sure that'll happen though... don't know if I could justify the depreciation on a car that expensive.

[R_Ethug]

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exactly bill.. used luxury is the only way to go IMO

[Derick]

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Mmmm, less roundie, more sharpie.... Wonder how much of the trim parts on that thing will swap directly across to the the mkV's

[Canadian Turbo]

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I think it looks good, the live ceremony had two cars, first looked like this one. The second had multi spoke wheels and a red interior, and the rear spoiler looks sweet when it is up!!




Looks like my Dad will be probably be getting one when they are available locally, as he likes it too!

[Canadian Turbo]

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A few more details.....

Two powerful gas engines are available to power the car. The 2.0l turbocharged four-cylinder TFSI unit featuring FSI direct injection develops 200 hp. With a six-speed manual gearbox, it accelerates the TT to 62 mph in just 6.4 seconds, reaching a top speed of 240 km/h. The sonorous-sounding, naturally aspirated 3.2-litre V6 engine develops 184 kW (250 bhp), accelerating from zero to 62 mph in 5.7 seconds and reaching a top speed of 250 km/h (electronically governed).

Both engines are equipped with a six-speed manual gearbox. On request they can be combined with the dynamic S tronic dual-clutch gearbox. Whereas the four-cylinder engine comes with front-wheel drive, the V6 distributes its power across both axles by way of the quattro permanent four-wheel drive system.

The Audi dynamic suspension was newly developed and tuned for the TT Coupe. One of its hallmarks is its self-steering behaviour right up to the handling limits, which ranges from neutral to light understeer. This sporty orientation produces driving fun, agility and supreme handling characteristics.

The track enlargement, with larger wheels ranging from 16 to 19 inches in size, and extensive changes in the area of elastokinematics were key areas of the developers’ work. The new multi-link rear suspension ensures optimum driving dynamics at a sports car level.

The high-tech Audi magnetic ride damper system is available as an option. In this system, tiny magnetic particles circulate in the oil inside the shock absorbers. When a voltage is applied to them, they alter the damping characteristics within milliseconds. This adaptive system simultaneously ensures high levels of ride comfort and thoroughly sporty dynamism, according to the specific driving scenario and the preferences of the driver.

The standard features of the new Audi TT include an automatic air conditioning system and a flat-bottomed sports steering wheel. The latter is not only entirely suitable for the sports car but also makes it easier to get in and out. The air vents, steering wheel spokes and many of the controls are finished in an aluminium look.

With regard to options, customers can choose from a variety of high-tech solutions, including the adaptive light dynamic cornering light system and the Audi parking system which aids parking.

[Canadian Turbo]

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A few other screen captures

[Tuna]

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I like it! Kinda wish the headlights were a little different (but don't know how). I'm liking the crazy big grills on all the Audi's, I used to hate it but not anymore.

The spoiler makes me miss my speed activated spoiler

[Mr. Burns]

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I like it... the current model tt was really starting to look dated

[R_Ethug]

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that rear spoiler is awesome!

[Dubs]

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OHHH My ......Any details on price and timeline ??

[Kor]

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I'll wait until Top Gear tests it before I make my decision. Looks wise it doesn't do too much for me. The original TT style was EXTREMELY bold. This is just a tiny facelift.

[Canadian Turbo]

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Well I think you have to look at in terms of the fact that the TT has become a style icon, say along the lines of a 911. Now you can't radically depart from the original style or the car will less popularity amongst its niche group. The style has to be gradually enhanced and modified while keeping the characteristics people like and I think this MK2 TT is a great evolution of the original design.

In terms of performance I think the car is maybe under powered but this is not Audi's performance car (R8) but their niche sport coupe. However that being said I think we are more likely to see an S and/or RS version this time around. I am not sure on the timing but the car is supposed to be shown at the NY auto show next week so I think a fast introduction should happen (maybe late 2006) and I think the 60-70 range for price, not too far off the current car.