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2008 Audi TT Coupe

About.com Rating three out of Five

By Aaron Gold, About.com

2008 Audi TT engine

2.0 liter turbo engine is magnificent, but it's only available in front-wheel-drive automatic configuration - - no quattro, no stick-shift

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What I liked about the TT coupe:

  • Pretty good road manners for a front-driver
  • Lots of power

What I didn't like:

  • Dull styling
  • Front drive limits corner exit speeds
  • All-wheel-drive and stick-shift only available with thirsty V6
  • High price
Who should buy the Audi TT Coupe:
Those who can afford the 3.2 Quattro model

Who should not buy the Audi TT Coupe:
People looking for a good deal on a fun-to-drive sports coupe

Details and specs:

  • Body style: 2-door coupe
  • Seating capacity: 4
  • Trim levels: 2.0, 3.2
  • Price range (including options): $35,575 - $53,100
  • Test car model/price: TT 2.0 S-Line Coupe, $
  • Base engine: 2.0 liter turbocharged inline 4-cylinder, 200 hp @ 5100 - 6000 RPM, 207 lb-ft @ 1800 - 5000 RPM
  • Optional engine: 3.2 liter V6, 250 hp @ 6300 RPM, 236 lb-ft @ 2500-3000 RPM
  • Premium fuel required? Yes
  • Transmission: 6-speed manual (V6 only), 6-speed DSG automatic
  • Driveline: Front engine, front- or all-wheel-drive
  • EPA fuel economy estimates: 23 MPG city/31 MPG highway (2.0 automatic), 17/24 (3.2 manual), 18/24 (3.2 automatic)
  • Where built: Hungary
  • Standard safety equipment: Front airbags, front-seat-mounted side (torso) airbags, knee airbags, antilock brakes, electronic stability control
  • Optional safety equipment: None
  • Major standard features: Power windows, locks, and mirrors, leather seats, CD/MP3 player, cruise control, automatic climate control
  • Major options: Magnetic ride control, navigation system, satellite radio
  • Warranty: 4 years/50,000 miles bumper-to-bumper, 12 years/unlimited mileage outer body rust-through
  • Roadside assistance/free maintenance: 4 years/unlimited mileage roadside assistance

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