Spy Shots: Audi testing all-new, third-gen TT prototype
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Spy Shots: Audi testing all-new, third-gen TT prototype
Audi testing all-new, third-gen TT prototype
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http://www.autoblog.com/photos/2015-...photo-1274829/
It's no big surprise that Audi is working on a new TT. It's been rumored for a while now, and the current model has been on the market since 2006, making it seven years old. But after seeing only some test mules wearing the existing model's sheetmetal, this is the first glimpse we've gotten at what Audi has in store for it's third-gen TT.
Not that we can see all that much with all the camouflage, mind you, but that's still more than we've seen until now. Spied on public roads being benchmarked against the Mercedes-Benz SLK and BMW Z4, the upcoming new TT is still unmistakably a TT, but looks poised to adopt more contemporary styling in keeping with Audi's latest design language, including a larger grille aperture and more squared-off headlights.
The whole thing looks a bit more like a mini-R8, which would make sense if Audi has called off plans for an R4 sports car to slot into the lineup as well. Last we heard, the new TT would arrive late in 2014, when you can bet we'll read all about slightly more powerful but significantly more frugal engines and a raft of new technologies.
http://www.autoblog.com/2013/10/21/audi-tt-spy-shots/
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it sells poorly. Its a great looking car but very expensive and small. Kind of like buying a Boxster. You dont see too many of those either. To buy one you need to be well healed, no kids, no large pets, and dont care about having passengers in the car. This means older retired people or yuppies who will eventually need to get rid of it for the kids coming , or either one but with the cash to have multiple cars. Not too common
it sells poorly. Its a great looking car but very expensive and small. Kind of like buying a Boxster. You dont see too many of those either. To buy one you need to be well healed, no kids, no large pets, and dont care about having passengers in the car. This means older retired people or yuppies who will eventually need to get rid of it for the kids coming , or either one but with the cash to have multiple cars. Not too common
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I have to admit I would rather the Porsche over the Audi simply based on the name. I think also the driving dynamics would be superior in the Porsche with the RWD mid engined lay out. The Audi is a AWD front engined vehicle. This is a formula for more under steer than the Porsche
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I have to admit I would rather the Porsche over the Audi simply based on the name. I think also the driving dynamics would be superior in the Porsche with the RWD mid engined lay out. The Audi is a AWD front engined vehicle. This is a formula for more under steer than the Porsche
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Always liked the artful, restrained, and modern TT. The fact that these are rare on the road makes it all the more special when driving it. The new one looks promising with it's squinty headlights, cab-foward race car greenhouse, and R8 rear end. Can't go wrong if they copy the R8.
Agreed, the 5 cylinder motor makes me uneasy. I'd be totally happy with a healthy 2.0T, AWD, paddles, and auto shifter +/- detents.
Agreed, the 5 cylinder motor makes me uneasy. I'd be totally happy with a healthy 2.0T, AWD, paddles, and auto shifter +/- detents.
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I have to admit I would rather the Porsche over the Audi simply based on the name. I think also the driving dynamics would be superior in the Porsche with the RWD mid engined lay out. The Audi is a AWD front engined vehicle. This is a formula for more under steer than the Porsche
Originally Posted by I8ABMR
Kind of like buying a Boxster. You dont see too many of those either. To buy one you need to be well healed, no kids, no large pets, and dont care about having passengers in the car. This means older retired people or yuppies who will eventually need to get rid of it for the kids coming.
.....which, of course, includes the Baby Boomers, one of the largest generations in American history, who are now retiring in record numbers. (Yes, I'm one of them)
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