September 13th, 2008 
admin Audi broke the mold when the TT sports car was presented at auto shows around the world in the mid1990s.It generate quite a buzz and every aspirant yuppie wannabe wanted to be seen in his/her Audi TT.
Named after the anual "Tourist Trophy" race held on the Isle of Man, the TT is uses 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 was not like any auto of its time when the 1st production model was released in 1998. Today, the TT continues to collect awards and win praises from Audi fans.
There are currently two models available to sports car enthusiasts , the coupe and a roadster. Which is better , well that is entirely a matter of personal preference. Immediately after the coupe's introduction in 1998, the roadster version was released the following summer. Both models were originally powered by a twenty valve inline 1.8L four cylinder engine, however in successive years each model received a more powerful 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 drives are available as well.
Audi's success with the TT has helped it to cautiously develop its second generation model. Nearly a full decade after the first model made its debut the follow up TT went into production in 2007.
The new TT will incorporate the following attributes:
Longer and Wider : small changes in its width and length will be merged 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 encourage 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, manufacturing 250 h.p... A 6 speed manual transmission will be standard equipment.
More Models: The coupe and dragster will be introduced back to back with a 3rd model, possibly a van version, also being considered for production.
Audi TT Roadster Review - Kelley Blue Book
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