Audi TT

Name: 2001 Audi TT
Brand: Audi

EPA MPG: NA

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First Take

The eye-catching TT started as a coupe with a tiny rear seat; a roadster (two-seat convertible) version joined the lineup for 2001. Based on the Volkswagen Jetta/Golf/New Beetle platform, the TT is a nimble, well-crafted sporty runabout. Electronic stability control is standard on all models. A gutsy, though a bit noisy, 180-hp turbocharged Four is standard with front-wheel-drive editions, while a 225-hp version powers all-wheel-drive models. The artfully designed interior is finished with aluminum, stainless steel, and leather.

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2001 Sports Cars & Convertibles Reliability

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IIHS Front Moderate Overlap

IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver

IIHS Side Crash

NHTSA Overall Crash

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Crash Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap

IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver

IIHS Side Crash

NHTSA Overall Crash

NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash

NHTSA Overall Side-Crash

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Crash Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap

IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver

IIHS Side Crash

NHTSA Overall Crash

NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash

NHTSA Overall Side-Crash

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2001 Sports cars 4/5-seat Ratings

2001 Audi TT

$3,825 - $5,475

EPA MPG NA

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2001 Acura Integra

$3,425 - $13,325

EPA MPG NA

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2001 BMW 3 Series

$3,375 - $4,525

EPA MPG 22 mpg

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2001 Chevrolet Camaro

$3,625 - $8,050

EPA MPG NA

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2001 Ford Mustang

$3,325 - $7,475

EPA MPG NA

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2001 Hyundai Tiburon

$2,925

EPA MPG NA

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2001 Jaguar XK

$4,175 - $6,275

EPA MPG NA

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2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK

$3,925 - $5,850

EPA MPG NA

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2001 Mercury Cougar

$3,225 - $3,725

EPA MPG NA

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2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse

$3,050

EPA MPG 23 mpg

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2001 Toyota Camry Solara

$3,000 - $4,200

EPA MPG NA

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2001 Volkswagen GTI

$3,300 - $3,800

EPA MPG NA

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2001 Volvo C70

$3,125 - $3,150

EPA MPG NA

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Features & Specs

convertible

coupe

2 front, 2 rear

AWD, Front

1.8-liter 4 turbo (180 hp)
1.8-liter 4 turbo (225 hp)

5-speed manual
6-speed manual

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Model History

2016-2023

2016 Redesign Year

Redesigned for 2016, the TT coupe and convertible got a 220-hp, 2.0-liter four-cylinder, while the TTS featured a 292 hp version. The six-speed automated manual transmission swaps gears quickly, but some vibration is noticeable at very low speeds. The car feels nimble and entertaining, diving into corners with enthusiasm and a dash of steering feedback. The ride is firm, but not punishing, and noise is kept at bay. Inside the snug interior is Audi's new customizable 12.3-inch digital instrument panel, which replaces all conventional gauges and the typical mid-dash screen. HVAC and seat-heat controls are all incorporated into the different dash vents. Overall, the TT is more about style and technology than visceral sporty performance. For 2018, a new 400-hp, 2.5-liter 5-cylinder turbo RS performance version joins the line. 2023 is the TT's final year.

2008-2015

2008 Redesign Year

The TT's 2008 redesign gave it crisper handling and a less punishing ride. Power comes from a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder, a 3.2-liter V6 (which was dropped after 2009), or a higher-output 2.0-liter turbo four. Owing to its VW Golf roots, the TT can never really be considered a sports car, but it does have its high points in terms of overall dynamics. The 2012 update brought even better handling and more impressive limits. As always, the interior is outstanding in terms of quality and distinctly designed. Heated seats were made standard for 2015.

2000-2007

2000 Redesign Year

Throughout most of its life, the TT has been offered as a coupe or convertible with front- or all-wheel drive. Though the early models are artfully styled and well finished, handling isn't exactly up to the standards of sports cars. For the initial versions of the car, the standard engine was a noisy 180-hp turbo four-cylinder matched with a five-speed manual. AWD models got a gutsier, but still-noisy 225-hp engine and a six-speed manual transmission. Ride quality is very stiff and owing to the handsome, but closed-in styling, outward visibility is poor. A 250-hp V6 with a choice of a six-speed automatic transmission, or an automated manual arrived in 2004.