Audi TT The Classy and Elegant
Audi broke the mold when its concept TT auto was presented at car shows around the globe during the mid1990s. Named for the celebrated yearly “Tourist Trophy” race held on the Isle of Man, the TT is predicated on the same platform which powers the Volkswagen Golf and the Skoda Octavia. Making use of anodized aluminum and a “bumper free” exterior, the TT coupe wasn’t like any vehicle of its time when the first production model was released in 1998. Today, the TT continues to garner awards and win praises from Audi aficionados. If you like the present model, just wait one year and you’ll witness the release of a TT that goes well outside the pale.
When talking about the TT, there are basically 2 models concerned : one being a coupe, the other a roadster. Immediately after the coupe’s introduction in 1998, the dragster version was released the following summer. Both models were originally powered by a twenty valve inline 1.8L four cylinder engine, however in subsequent years each model received a stronger version of that engine while a 3.2L V6 was introduced as a choice during 2003. The TT gets power from its front wheels, but Quattro all wheel drive is available as well.
Audi’s success with the TT has helped it to carefully develop its 2nd generation model. Almost a full decade after the first model made its debut the follow up TT is being readied and will go into production in 2007. The new TT will feature the following attributes:
Longer and Wider : small changes in its width and length will be incorporated into the new model. Expect more cabin room for added interior comfort.
Aluminum and Steel : The new TT will be made up of aluminum in the front and steel in the rear to persuade a better weight balance.
More Power : The 1.8L I4 engine will be replaced with a 2.0L I4 engine. The 3.2L V6 will still be offered, producing 250 horsepower. A 6 speed manual transmission will be standard equipment.
More Models: The coupe and dragster will be introduced back to back with a third model, potentially a wagon version, also being considered for production.
Principal rivals for the Audi TT have been the BMW Z4 and the Mercedes SLK. The TT’s styling inspiration has found its way onto many models including the Saturn Sky, Mazda Miata, Nissan 350Z, and the Pontiac Solstice. In all, the Audi TT has reinvigorated the roadster market and it would seem that the imminent TT will expand on that theme even further. This is great news for fans who want a unique and well engineered 2+2 automobile as an element of their driving stable.
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