The TT is over 15 years old. The Roadster has always been important.
1/4th of TT's is a Roadster! Audi sticks to having a coupe and open-top.
So now we drive the 3rd gen 230 PS 2.0 TFSI version.
Audi works hard on improving the brand image.
Youngsters like Audi - like the A6, TT and Q7. Sure.
It's the result of Audi's current cool design. Like this TT.
The front and rings are now different - same for the new R8.
And this has a new-style cockpit. VW will follow.
All Audi's will get one large green in front of you.
Even the temperature is displayed on the grates.
It's very clean and the materials are great. Impressive!
It's practical too: the roof opens in 10 seconds. That's fast!
There's an airscarf too. Makes it quite luxurious.
It radiates quality. Audi owners like that a lot.
This 230 PS 2.0 turbo petrol version is the 'entry-level' TT.
Plenty of power, especially mid-range. It could use more up top.
The MQB-based chassis is fairly supple. It's tight, but lacks a bit.
The Ford Focus ST is much sharper at that.
It's alright, as it needs to be comfortable, too.
But, despite all its qualities, it lacks some fun.
It's just not a very engaging, FWD car.
Contrary to a slower Mazda MX-5 with maybe 100 PS.
Just steering that is fun. You feel the directnes, even when cruising.
The TT is more like a tight, cooler looking Audi A3 convertible.
But it doesn't drive much different from that car.
A roadster has to be fun even when just cruising.
This Audi is just clinical. No matter the engine.
RWD competitors are just more fun than the TT.
+ Nice drivetrain; Sublime refinement
- Very expensive; Quite detached