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Audi TT 40 TFSI Vorsprung 2dr S Tronic Review

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Produces 194bhp and pulls strongly from low revs, with more than enough mid-range grunt for quick overtakes. 0-62mph takes 6.6 seconds – fast enough to worry small hot hatches such as the Ford Fiesta ST. Comes as standard with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox and it's our pick of the range.

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Audi is a brand that sets the standard for interior quality, and this, combined with its vast and ever-growing model line-up, has helped it become one of the ‘big three’ German prestige car makers, along with BMW and Mercedes-Benz.

The A3 hatchback, A4 executive saloon and Q7 SUV have all won their classes at the What Car? Car of the Year Awards in recent years, while the TT coupé is the most decorated car in the history of the ceremony.

At least some of Audi's success over the past 30 years can be attributed to the growth in sales of vehicles with four-wheel drive; the company arguably led the way in bringing 4x4 technology into the mainstream, with its Quattro coupé in the early 1980s.

Today, most Audis are available with at least the option of four-wheel drive, while the list of SUVs from the brand includes the Q2, Q3, Q5 and Q7.

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Based on S line trim, but adds bigger (20in) wheels, bespoke styling, Matrix LED headlights, nappa leather trim, electrically adjustable front seats, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless charging, climate control, a 12-speaker/ 680-watt B&O stereo, an upgraded infotainment system with navigation on online services, keyless entry, a rear-view camera, blind spot monitoring and traffic sign recognition. It's ever so expensive, though.


Vorsprung

40 TFSI Vorsprung 2dr S Tronic

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4 way electric lumbar support for driver and front passenger

Driver and front passenger airbag with front passenger airbag deactivation

Audi Phone Box with wireless charging - Qi enabled compatible phone and additional bluetooth interface

Electrically adjustable,foldable and heated auto dimming on driver side and automatic kerb view dipping function on the passenger side

Matrix LED light+LED daytime running light,LED Indicator,Headlightclean,auto dynm headlight range+dynamic cornering light,Motorwaybeam/Manoeuvre light

Manual adjustment of seat height, fore/aft position, seat angle, seat depth and backrest angle

ISOFIX child seat mounting for front passenger seat with airbag deactivation

Technology pack without Audi phone box - TT

Comfort and sound pack - TT with park assist

Audi TT

The TT is great to drive and easy to live with, as shown by its seriously impressive What Car? Awards track record. We reckon the cheaper versions (in particular the 40 TFSI Sport) make the most sense, though.


<h2>What we're looking for:</h2><ul><li>Strong performance</li> <li>Good balance between ride and handling</li> <li>Excellent build quality</li> <li>Decent practicality</li> <li>Sophisticated interior</li></ul>

Coupés are all about style, but while practicality undoubtedly takes a back seat to aesthetics, these cars still need to be easy to live with on a daily basis. It’s this that distinguishes a coupé from an out-and-out sports car.

Fortunately, there’s a wide range of style-focused models available, and you don’t even need to spend silly money to buy or run one.

For a blend of rock-solid resale values, punchy engines and an interior to die for, the <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/audi/tt/coupe/review/n12">Audi TT</a> is a brilliant option. But the <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/bmw/4-series/hatchback/review/n17260">BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe</a> and <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/mercedes-benz/cla/coupe/review/n19245">Mercedes CLA</a> both offer plenty of style and substance to match, while the <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/aston-martin/dbs/coupe/review/n18289">Aston Martin DBS Superleggera</a> will give you serious performance.

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