2018 Audi TT RS Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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The Audi TT RS is making a comeback for 2018 as the latest car to join the Audi Sport Model lineup. It features an all-new turbocharged 5-cylinder engine, upstaging its TT sibling as the most powerful TT production model Audi has ever produced.
The TT RS’s 2.5-liter 5-cylinder engine, which sheds 57 pounds over its 2013 predecessor, produces 400 hp and 354 lb-ft of torque and boasts a 0-to-60 time of 3.6 seconds. That’s faster than any other TT model, and it offers an impressive top speed of 155 mph (which jumps to 174 mph with the addition of the optional Dynamic Plus package). The powertrain is paired with an RS exhaust with 2 oval tailpipes for a unique engine note, and an optional RS sport exhaust will make the tailpipes black for an even more striking look.
Mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch electronic transmission, the TT RS’s engine sends power to all 4 wheels via Audi’s quattro all-wheel-drive (AWD) system, which is now fully integrated with the drive-select system. Choose from Comfort, Auto, Dynamic, or Individual drive modes to adjust the shift points, steering, throttle response, and damper control. Also included is a launch control feature, which precisely manages engine speed and automates the clutch release for even more thrilling acceleration.
The TT RS comes standard with a McPherson front suspension, a 4-link rear suspension, and magnetic ride, which uses a blend of synthetic oils with magnetic particles to regulate damper firmness of the dampers. The steering is specifically tuned to provide more precise control and feedback. Two different brake systems are offered—the standard setup includes 8-piston monobloc brake calipers with ventilated and cross-drilled discs up front, while the Dynamic Plus package upgrades these to carbon-ceramic brakes that are 8 pounds lighter, with reduced brake fade and striking Anthracite Gray calipers.
The overall design of the TT RS is similar to that of the regular TT coupe, with a few sporty additions that reflect the car’s racing heritage. At heart, the TT RS is a performance coupe, and its exterior looks match its impressive capabilities. Up front, the 3D Singleframe grille makes a bold first impression, along with LED headlights with dynamic turn signals, LED daytime running lights, and larger air intakes for engine cooling. At the rear are large oval tailpipes and LED taillights, although OLED taillights are available. A fixed rear wing spoiler and aluminum or upgraded carbon fiber inlays complete the package. The side profile displays 19-inch 5-arm Galvano silver wheels with summer performance tires, which can be upgraded 20-inch 7-spoke wheels for a more aggressive look. An optional Black Optic package adds these larger wheels along with high-gloss black mirror housings and other unique black optic accents.
The interior of the TT RS aims to inject comfort into the sports car experience, with a leather and Alcantara 3-spoke multifunction sport steering wheel with paddle shifters, aluminum door sill inlays with TT RS logos, and a stainless steel footrest and pedal caps. The heated front Nappa leather sport seats keep you firmly in place on even the sharpest of corners, and they come with 8-way power adjustability, lumbar support, and pneumatic bolsters.
The TT RS’s infotainment system features Audi’s Virtual Cockpit and a 12.3-inch display with a frame rate of 60 frames per second for a crisp, clear image. Unique to the TT RS is a screen providing information on tire pressure, torque, and g-forces along with prompts to encourage the driver to upshift. MMI Touch comes standard for quick and easy infotainment-system access, and it can be upgraded to include Audi’s MMI Navigation Plus system, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto. Other available features include Audi Connect, with services like online traffic and weather data, and Audi Side Assist with blind-spot monitoring.
The all-new 2018 TT RS offers a more performance-focused choice for those interested in the TT experience. Produced exclusively as a coupe with no roadster option, the TT RS will be available at a starting price of $64,900.
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Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Voice recognition audio system · Memory card slot auxiliary audio input · AM/FM radio · Remote CD: DVD audio · Remote CD changer location: in glove compartment · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 8 · 155 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Electronic parking brake: auto off · Front brake diameter: 14.6 · Front brake width: 1.26 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.2 · Rear brake width: 0.87 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Cargo area floor mat material: carpet · Center console trim: leather · Dash trim: leather · Door sill trim: aluminum · Door trim: leather · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Foot pedal trim: stainless steel · Shift knob trim: alloy · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: front · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Cargo cover: retractable · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: paddle shifter · Storage: under seat · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 12
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.45
Engine
Alternator: 140 amps · Battery: maintenance-free · Battery rating: 330 CCA
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: metallic · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: aluminum · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: wing · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Window trim: black
Headrests
Adjustable rear headrests: integrated headrests · Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Instrument cluster screen size: 12.3 in. · Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: wiper activated · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals
Passenger Seat
Power adjustments: 12
Rear Seats
Type: 50-50 split bench
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Impact sensor: fuel cut-off · Parking sensors: front · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: sport bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: contrast stitching
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Kit: inflator kit
Steering
Steering ratio: 14.6
Suspension
Driver Adjustable Suspension: ride control · Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Front shock type: monotube · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Rear shock type: monotube · Stabilizer bar(s): rear · Suspension control: magnetic
Telematics
Electronic messaging assistance: with read function · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: summer performance
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Wheels
Wheel spokes: 5
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing · Power windows: with safety reverse