Five-cylinder glory machine

Audi TT RS Coupe quattro

What is it?

AUDI’S svelte TT coupe gets the ultimate Audi performance treatment – the RS badge. And performance upgrade that goes with it. That means a five-cylinder 2.5-litre turbocharged engine delivering 340PS, dramatic RS styling, and a Sport button to boost throttle response and the accompanying five-cylinder engine sound track. Also available as an open-top Roadster.

What’s hot?

• Fantastic linear power delivery…
• …You don’t get the turbo thump in the back you expect…
• …but just a seamless source of forward momentum
• Delightful five-cylinder ‘warble’ engine note…
• …aurally boosted by Sport button which opens an exhaust flap
• Big brakes knock off speed quickly and reassuringly
• Ride quality is firm but supple
• Fast-shifting gearchange a pleasure to use
• 30.7mpg thanks to lightweight construction
• We averaged 25mpg without holding back on the 340PS
• Luxury interior features silk nappa leather…
• …metal drilled pedals and flat-bottomed steering wheel

What’s not?

• Doesn’t feature the driver engagement of a Cayman…
• …but has the advantage of not being a Porsche
• Large rear wing comes from the Audi drama department
• But can be deleted for more traditional Audi understatement
• It’s a big price for a TT Coupe…
• …and with extras like 19ins alloys, sat-nav Plus, mobile phone prep…
• It all just gets bigger

What you need to Know?

P11D Value:	42,715
Monthly Rental*:	667 (CH)/£767 (PCH)
Tax Band when posted:	30%
Monthly BiK:	214 (20%)/£427 (40%)
Engine:	2.5-litre 5 cyl turbo
CO2 Emissions:	214g/km
Power/torque:	340PS/332lb ft
Economy:	30.7mpg

Monthly contract hire (CH) and personal contract hire (PCH) rentals generated by Concept Vehicle Leasing. Based on a 36 month lease at 10,000 miles a year, 3+35 payments.

Business Car Manager Road Test Rating

It’s a great drive that’s guaranteed to put a smile on your face. Add to that the fabulous five-cylinder engine with all its effortless low-down power, surprising economy, and you have a very satisfying TT Coupe. Even if it is a pricey TT Coupe.

Further information

There’s further comment on the Audi TT RS Coupe in the Editor’s Blog Performance upgrade on the Audi TT RS