2005 Audi TT 1.8T Quattro Coupe Road Test

Whether in coupe or roadster form, performing to the fourth power is what the TT is all about; four turbocharged cylinders igniting life into four alloy wheels ringed in four swatches of low profile sticky rubber, all four receiving power via quattro all-wheel drive. The 2005 Audi TT quattro coupe makes performing to the 4th power utterly gratifying.

Specifications:

• Price Range (MSRP, 1.8-L, 225-hp coupe): $55,475 - $60,390
• Body Type: 2-door coupe hatchback
• Layout: front engine, AWD
• Engine: 225-hp, 207 lb-ft, 1.8-L, 20-valve, DOHC I-4
• Transmission: 6-spd manual
• Performance 0-96 km/h (0-60-mph): 6.3 seconds
• Brakes (front/rear): disc/disc, ABS
• Curb Weight: 1,465-kg (3223-lbs)
• Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 11.8 L/100 km, 7.6 L/100 km
• Warranty (mo/km): 48/80,000 comprehensive
• Direct Competitors: BMW Z4, Chevrolet Corvette, Chrysler Crossfire, Honda S2000, Infiniti G35 Coupe, Mercedes-Benz SLK, Nissan 350Z, Porsche Boxster
• Web Site: www.audicanada.ca