Sharp styling; sharp handling; sharp acceleration
No TTS Roadster version; cupholders are small; no convenient cubby for a cellphone
The TT is totally new for this model year. See the 2016 Audi TT models for sale near you
If the budget can stretch to the TTS, so much the better. However, the regular TT still has all the style and most of the performance to please the majority of drivers.
The 2016 Audi TT comes in coupe or 2-seater convertible (Roadster) form. The TTS is available solely as a coupe.
The TT Coupe ($43,825) comes with 18-inch alloy wheels, full LED lighting, an automatic rear spoiler, keyless entry/ignition, selectable drive modes, automatic climate control, a flat-bottomed steering wheel, rain-sensing wipers, rear parking sensors, heated front seats, leather/faux-suede upholstery, heated mirrors, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, 8-way power adjustable front seats, Bluetooth and a 9-speaker audio system with satellite radio, two USB ports, an SD-card reader and auxiliary input.
The TT Roadster ($47,325) has essentially the same equipment but, naturally, also features a power-operated soft-top, plus a power wind defector, rollover hoops and a microphone in the seat belt for voice control of the infotainment system.
An optional Technology package includes navigation, a rearview camera, front parking sensors and a blind spot monitoring system. Other options include 19-in alloys, leather upholstery and a Bang & Olufsen 680-watt/12-speaker audio system. The convertible also offers a warm-air neck-heating feature.
The TTS Coupe ($52,825) comes with 19-in alloys, a lowered suspension that's also adaptive, quad exhaust tips and that more powerful engine. It's also eligible for the Technology package and several other options mentioned above.
Luggage space in the coupe is 12 cu ft., and those small rear seats fold to create a little more trunk area. The Roadster's trunk measures 7.5 cu ft., so stowage space is not a TT strength, but that comes with the high-style territory. If someone really wants to play golf, perhaps they should look at another car.
| Convertible | Original MSRP / Price | Engine | Horsepower | City MPG / Hwy MPG | Transmission | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TT 2dr Roadster S tronic quattro 2.0T | $46,400 / N/A | 4 Cylinder Turbo | 220 | 23 / 30 | 6-Speed Shiftable Automatic | AWD4WD |
| Coupe | Original MSRP / Price | Engine | Horsepower | City MPG / Hwy MPG | Transmission | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TT 2dr Cpe S tronic quattro 2.0T | $42,900 / N/A | 4 Cylinder Turbo | 220 | 23 / 30 | 6-Speed Shiftable Automatic | AWD4WD |
Naturally, the new TT comes with mandatory safety equipment such as traction control and anti-lock brakes. The airbag count includes protection for the front occupants' knees, as well as front-side airbags. The coupe also comes with side-curtain airbags, while the convertible has specific rollover protection.
As of June 2016, no version of the new TT has been crash-tested in the United States.
| Basic | 4 Years/50,000 Miles |
| Drivetrain | 4 Years/50,000 Miles |
| Corrosion | 12 Years/Unlimited Miles |
| Roadside Assistance | 4 Years/Unlimited Miles |
| Maintenance | 1 Years/5,000 Miles |
2016 BMW 2 Series -- The rear-drive 2 Series has less visual impact than the TT, but it's so rewarding from the driver's seat.
2017 Mercedes-Benz SLC-Class -- A retractable hardtop means not having to decide between a coupe or a convertible. The revamped SLK, now called the SLC, is on sale now.
2016 MINI Cooper S -- The Cooper S is quicker than ever and has more interior space without losing any of its inimitable style.
2016 Porsche Boxster -- The base 2.7-liter Boxster is a true sports car, and it gives away few (if any) fashion points.
2016 Porsche Cayman S -- The regular Cayman is a fine alternative to the regular TT coupe, while a potential TTS buyer really ought to test drive the 295-hp Cayman S.
The 2016 Audi TT and Audi TTS mark a new generation of this premium sports machine.
