Regardless
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| Big brakes counter big speed. (Photo: Audi of America) |
of the engine and gearbox selected, the new TT is a formidably quick vehicle; even if you were to go for the most basic version, a 2.0T with six-speed manual, it will hit 60 mph in just 6.3 seconds. The more powerful V6-motivated car can do it in 5.6 seconds. Opt for the twin-clutch paddleshift gearbox and both are quicker still. The two models are also born and bred for blasting down de-restricted roadways and race tracks; the 2.0T has a top speed of 149 mph, while the bigger, more powerful car had to be electronically restrained to 155 mph. Of course, to counter all of this go-fast goodness, four-wheel disc brakes with ABS, brake assist and brakeforce distribution are standard equipment.
Inside, the TT's designers have swapped out some of the
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| Form and fashion can work together. The new TT is said to prove this. (Photo: Audi of America) |
original's 'Bauhaus Cool', for greater driver focus. While the trademark milled aluminum twist vents are still present, the driving environment is much more like a racing car, with large, clear instrumentation and a wrap-around center stack that's canted towards the driver. Unfortunately, the famous padded spars and embossed aluminum stereo cover plate are gone, but they're replaced with functional furnishings that include a new and improved version of Audi's MMI-plus infotainment interface that includes easier to use menus and 'soft key' buttons (buttons with no set function). Meanwhile, the TT is as practical as ever; it continues to be a four-seater (2+2) with a 10.2 cu-ft cargo area, or as a two-seater with 24.7 cu-ft of luggage space.
Though the car was unveiled yesterday afternoon in Germany, the
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| Unmistakably TT. (Photo: Audi of America) |
new 2007 TT will make its official public debut at this year's New York International Auto Show. Itching to lay down a deposit for the latest in cutting edge style? The car is expected to launch as early as this summer in Europe, with North American customers taking delivery in the autumn. Initially, Audi will offer the three-door model, however, the German automaker has confirmed that a two-seat soft-top roadster is in the works. Expect to see the TT Roadster ready in time for spring 2007.
