2000-2006 Audi TT: Overview

Updated: 12/17/09

2001 Audi TT 2-door convertible
2006 Audi TT
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2000-2006 Audi TT 

  • Price Range:  $4,700 - $20,200
CG Rating

36

out of 100

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Pros

  • Available AWD
  • Acceleration
  • Build quality
  • Handling/roadholding
  • Interior materials

Cons

  • Noise
  • Rear-seat entry/exit
  • Rear-seat room
  • Ride
  • Visibility

Vehicle Highlights

Launched in spring 1999 as an early 2000 model, Audi's sports/GT coupe initially came only as a front drive 2 2 hatchback. In summer 2001, the coupe became available with Quattro all-wheel drive. Nothing on the market looks anything like a TT, though its roofline is reminiscent of Volkswagen's New Beetle. If the TT has any real rivals, they might include the BMW Z3, Honda Prelude and S2000, and Mazda Miata. You'd never know it by looking, but the TT was built on a shortened version of the Audi A4 platform, also used by Volkswagen's New Beetle, Golf, and Jetta. The TT was shorter and lower, however, with firmer suspension tuning. Under the hood sat a 180-horsepower version of the turbocharged four-cylinder engine used in the A4 and the New Beetle, driving a five-speed manual transmission. No automatic transmission was available. Antilock all-disc braking and front head/chest side airbags were standard. Traction control also was standard on the front drive TT.

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Expert Ratings Summary (view detailed report)

Category Audi TT base convertible w/2WD Rating
Performance 6
Fuel Economy 7
Ride Quality 2
Steering/Handling/Braking 7
Quietness 2
Controls/Materials 6
Interior Room 3
Room/Comfort (rear) 0
Cargo Capacity 1
Value within Class 2
Total Score: 36

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