The new top model of the Audi TT range.

Even when still a design study, the Audi TT held the power to captivate the public and trade press alike. And it went on to become one of the most coveted models available. The very first Audi TT came to be regarded worldwide as the ultimate dream car. The new version of the Audi TT is in the process of bettering its predecessor’s achievements. And the Audi TTS infuses the entire model series with even greater allure.

The Audi TTS boasts the credentials of a thoroughbred sports car, with the sportiest design and the most powerful engine in the Audi TT range. In combination with its forward-looking technology, the Audi TTS is also notable for its progressiveness, which is the key differentating feature in the race to claim the leadership of the premium segment. The new top model in this car line consequently performs an important role in elevating the positioning of the brand and car line in the direction of prestige and sportiness. Progressiveness, the key differentiating feature among those models vying for leadership of the premium segment, is embodied by advanced technology, high-performance engines and ultra-sporty design on the Audi TTS.

Powerful engine – The TTS features a 272PS turbo-charged 2.0 FSI engine delivering 350 Nm of torque available from 2,500 – 5,000rpm and is capable of reaching 0-62 mph in 5.2 seconds. This engine is a revised version of that used in S3 with optimised air intake feeding larger intercoolers and a sports exhaust system with reduced air flow restriction.

Audi magnetic ride – TTS features a 10mm lower ride height version of the acclaimed Audi magnetic ride system already available on TT. Here sensors in the car monitor the road conditions and fine-tune the damping effect in milliseconds by varying a magnetic charge which passes through a fluid based shock absorber. The benefits of this standard suspension system are improved road handling, outstanding chassis control and excellent driving comfort.

In the Audi TTS, performance is not about achieving increased engine performance at all cost. The high road performance of the Audi TTS is accomplished through ultra-efficient technologies that permit low fuel consumption and minimal pollutant emissions. The superiority of this concept is also reflected in an exemplary power-to-weight ratio of 5.1 kg/bhp (Audi TTS Coupé) and 5.4 kg/bhp (Audi TTS Roadster).

Audi has already demonstrated on multiple occasions what can be achieved by combining FSI® petrol direct injection and ultra-efficient turbocharged filling of the combustion chamber. This alliance has been particularly effective in endurance racing events (Le Mans, ALMS etc.) The starting point in developing the new top-end engine in the two-litre category was an already highly developed version of the 2.0-litre TFSI engine. Even in its basic version this power unit had been voted “Engine of the Year” on three successive occasions by an international jury of trade journalists.

TFSI technology combines Audi core skills in engine manufacturing: direct injection and turbocharging. Direct injection means more power from less fuel. It enables a higher level of torque and engine output as well as much greater efficiency compared to engines with indirect manifold injection. This enhances responsiveness and low-end torque – while at the same time cutting fuel consumption. The turbocharging produces high torque across a wide band of engine speeds (from 2,500 to 5,000 rpm) as well as a higher specific power output.

Thoroughly reengineered for the Audi TTS. To achieve the increased power and torque of the new 2.0-litre TFSI engine that drives the Audi TTS, a whole array of key engine components were fundamentally reengineered.

The following technical modifications were made compared with the engine of the Audi TT 2.0 TFSI with an output of 147 kW (200 bhp):

• Engine block: cooled cylinder walls, reinforced main-bearing pedestal, main-bearing cap
• Cylinder head: alloy, annular valve seats, camshafts
• Connecting rods: reinforced
• Pistons: reinforced ring carrier pistons; piston pins, ring assembly
• Injectors: specifically adapted to the Audi TTS
• Dual-mass flywheel: specifically adapted to the Audi TTS
• Charged air cooler: increased efficiency thanks to all-metal technology
• Turbocharger: enlarged turbine wheel, spiral, compressor inlet and compressor wheel, integral mode in cast steel

To enhance efficiency further compared with the 2.0-litre TFSI that develops 195 kW (265 bhp) in the Audi S3, the air intake, engine management, injection system, turbocharger and basic engine have been additionally optimised and the exhaust system further derestricted.

The outward impact of the Audi TTS engine is even more impressive, too: the specially modified intake and exhaust system lends the engine sound a particularly powerful, dynamic character.

Sporty range of transmissions

With the combination of six-speed manual gearbox and quattro® permanent four-wheel drive as standard, the Audi TTS has a decidedly performance- oriented drive concept to offer. The efficiency with which it transfers the high torque loss-free is particularly remarkable. The sporty gear spacing and short shift travel permit extraordinarily precise, quick gear changes. The optional six-speed S tronic gearbox provides added sportiness and convenience. Its dual-clutch technology, which performs gearshifts by means of steering wheel paddles and keeps loss of traction to a minimum when the clutch is engaged, makes a special contribution to these qualities.

Ultra-sporty quattro® four-wheel drive for the Audi TTS

The quattro® four-wheel drive system drive has been specially matched to the Audi TTS and now distributes the propulsive power between the front and rear wheels even more quickly. If necessary, the power can be distributed continously variably, with up to 100% being guided to the front or rear wheels. This translates into a further improvement in traction and handling characteristics. The result is that the vehicle can for instance accelerate out of bends even sooner. The powertrain that has been uprated for the Audi TTS also ensures that the 350 Nm of torque are applied to the road with ruthless efficiency. The driving stability in all situations is correspondingly high.

Other advances:

• In addition to the Audi magnetic ride suspension system and quattro® permanent fourwheel
  drive, a special steering system, ESP with Sport mode and new wheels enhance driving fun, road behaviour and active safety in the Audi TTS.
• The ESP with Sport mode for the Audi TTS isa two-stage system. Compared with the basic
  level of ESP, the second pushbutton stageactivates much more sporty ESP functions
  that permit controlled sideslip angles. TheESP system permanently monitors the driving situation.
• The 17-inch brake system used in the Audi TTSexhibits extremely high performance and resilience.
  The brakes are equipped with sports brakepads and have a black painted finish and anAudi TTS emblem at the front as visual distinguishingfeatures.
• A new steering characteristic designed tomatch the suspension has been developed for the Audi TTS. It guarantees excellent steering precision and low susceptibility to road surface excitation even at high speeds.
• This special dynamic handling package is rounded off by a choice range of wheels, including a new 18-inch wheel of Audi TTS design and an exclusive optional 19-inch cast aluminium wheel from quattro GmbH of 5 parallel-spoke S design.

The exclusive differentiating features of the Audi TTS exterior:

• Front:
• Newly developed bi-xenon headlights with integral LED daytime running lights
• Front bumper – blade painted in body colour
• Modified lateral air inlets
• Radiator trim grille in platinum grey with chrome-look finish
• Audi TTS badge in radiator trim grille
• Engine compartment design specific to the Audi TTS

The exclusive differentiating features of the Audi TTS interior:

• High-resolution driver information system with white displays
• Instrument cluster with grey dial look and white needles
• Lap timer
• Dynamic needle progression
• New ergonomically optimised S tronic gear knob with Audi TTS badge
• Manual gear knob with Audi TTS badge
• Extended aluminium look with brushed trim surfaces and aluminium-look pedals
• Multifunction steering wheel with Audi TTS badge
• Sports seat in Alcantara/leather, black or black/silver
• Sports seat in Silk Nappa leather as option – in four exclusive colour combinations:
  – black/black
  – black/silver
  – black/magma red
  – black/signal orange
• Interior colour ebony with contrasting seams on steering wheel, gear knob and gear gaiter
• Headlining/posts: choice of ebony or pale grey
• Door sill trim with Audi TTS insert

In keeping with the standards of this vehicle and its potential buyers, the Audi TTS equipment
meets every requirement. The standard specification, which includes the specifically
lowered Audi magnetic ride suspension, extended aluminium look and LED daytime running
lights, already covers most preferences. The Audi TTS Roadster in addition features a fully
automatic hood and an electrically extending mesh wind deflector.

There are also various exclusive options that meet specific wishes. In particular, there are
exclusive leather grades, colours and wheels to differentiate this model from the Audi TT.

Special features of the seats in the Audi TTS:

• Standard: leather/Alcantara (may differ in individual national specifications)
• Options: Impulse leather, Silk Nappa leather (specific to Audi TTS)
• Seats for Audi TTS always with contrasting seams
• Leather/Alcantara: contrasting seams always in silver
• Silk Nappa leather: contrasting seams always in the colour contrasting to the seat (magma red, signal orange or silver), for black Silk Nappa leather the contrasting seams are in silver
• Impulse leather: the Audi TTS is the first model for which the Impulse leather package is also
  available for the Coupé – black Fine Nappa leather with contrasting seams in silver for
  the Audi TTS Coupé, chennai brown with con trasting seams in espresso for the Audi TTS Roadster

Specification

TTS has the following items of standard equipment in addition to 3.2 quattro models:

Pricing

S tronic is available on both Coupe and Roadster and includes a new ergonomically designed gear shift knob:

Options

The existing range of optional equipment is available with the addition of the following for TTS:

Currently Coupe and Roadster both have a unique upholstery available for the two body styles – Athletic for Coupe in Stone blue and Impulse for Roadster in Chennai brown.  For TTS the structure changes slightly – Impulse is available in Chennai brown (unchanged) for TTS Roadster and is also available for TTS Coupe in black leather with the moccasin seam stitching in silver.  Athletic in Stone blue is not available for TTS Coupe but continues unchanged for all other Coupe derivatives.

Paint finishes

The following paint finishes are available for TTS at no charge:

The following paint finishes are available for TTS at the usual optional colour price: