2019 Audi TT RS

Agree or not, you have got your eyes on this little monster. The 2019 Audi TT RS coupe is a tad bit costlier than the 2018 version, $2020 to be precise. Under the roof of a 4 ringed shiny auto store you can find the shiny beast in newer colours. Did we mention, it's now available in ‘Kyalami green’ colour, yes the one that looks like the automobile is racing against the storm while its standing still. 

Priced a bit over $65k, the Audi TT RS Coupe is available in only one trim. 

Trim	2.5T 2dr All-wheel Drive quattro Coupe
Price	$65,875
Key Features	Traction control
	Side-impact bars
	Chrome tip exhaust
	Auto-dimming door mirrors
	Rear 50-50 bench seat

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When it's the TT, you actually don’t need to choose one. Even Audi is aware of this and maybe that’s why the 2019 TT RS is only available in single trim level. Although, we recommend you to get the ‘Technology Package’ installed which adds Audi CONNECT, smartphone interface and Audi side assist to the portfolio. This package will cost you an additional $3500 on the deal.

Push down the throttle and TTRS coupe fly off at jet speeds. Powered under the hood by a 2.5-liter inter-cooled turbo premium unleaded Inline-5, the TT RS Coupe produces 394 hp of horsepower at 5850rpm. Torque produced by RS coupe is 354 lb./ft. at 1700 rpm. The 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission complements the system for greater performance both on the road and tracks.

When coupled to its standard adaptive dampers, the TT RS feels sticky to the road, even when that road swirl around through the windshield. Due to its fantastic grip on the road, RS coupe’s drive performance is enhanced by many folds giving a comfortable ride. Although, when compared with other contenders on the start line such as the Corvette and Cayman, the Audi TT RS coupe feels partial in terms of performance.

Models	2019 Audi TT RS Coupe	2019 Porsche 718 Cayman S	2019 Chevrolet Corvette GT Targa Sports coupe
MSRP	$66,900	$70,550	$66,995
Engine	2.5-Litre Turbocharged Inline-5	2.5-Litre Turbocharged H-4	6.2-Litre V8 engine
Transmission	7-speed automatic	6-speed manual	7-speed manual
Horsepower	394 hp	350 hp	460 hp
Torque	354 lb./ft.	309 lb./ft.	465 lb./ft.

Audi offers a dynamic plus package for the RS coupe which dramatically enhances the performance making its suspension rock solid and ready for the racetrack. If you are not much into burning rubber and want to take this little german out for a stroll, stay away from the package.

Acceleration

The 2019 Audi TT RS coupe accelerates from standstill to 60 miles per hour in under 4 seconds while it's quarter-mile range stands at 11.9 seconds while cruising at 117 miles per hour. 

Models	2019 Audi TT RS Coupe	2019 Porsche 718 Cayman S	2019 Chevrolet Corvette GT Targa Sports coupe
0-60 MPH	3.6 sec	5.2 sec	3.6 sec
Quarter Mile	11.9 sec	12.9 sec	12.1 sec
Engine	2.5-Liter Turbocharged Inline-5	2.5-Liter Turbocharged Horizontal-4	6.2-Liter V8 engine
Emission (g/km of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year)	209	249	N/A

Ride and Handling

When installed with its adaptive dampers which come as standard in the RS coupe, it feels very stable. It glides on the road with much grip and feels planted on corners. The capability to zip around corners makes this a little Shaolin ninja in its own temple. 

Although, when ganged up with its rivals on the road, the Audi TT RS coupe feels bit underperformed in terms of handling and stability. Audi provides a dynamic plus package on the TT RS which adds performance to the car. But, if you don’t plan to test the vehicle on a racetrack, we recommend staying away from this package. 

Braking

If it can run like a jet it should stop too and adhere to Newton’s laws. The 2019 Audi TT RS coupe has a braking distance of about 154 ft. Riding low on the track, the rear spoiler helps a lot in adding the downforce at the right intervals. 

Models	2019 Audi TT RS Coupe	2019 Porsche 718 Cayman S	2019 Chevrolet Corvette
Brake Front (in.)	14.6	13	14.6
Brake Rear (in.)	12.2	11.8	14.4
Curb Weight	3306	2988	3428
60-0 mph	154	142	137

Performance and power delivery is what Audi built this machine for. The 5 cylinder turbo heart pumping power through the veins is not fuel hungry. The 2019 Audi TT RS coupe can wave ‘ta-ta’ to fellow motorists for 19 miles in one gallon of gasoline in the city while it can clock up to 29 miles per gallon on the highway. TT RS has a combined fuel economy of 22 miles per gram. 

Model	2019 Audi TT RS Coupe	2019 Porsche 718 Cayman S	2019 Chevrolet Corvette
MPG (City)	19	20	16
MPG (Combined)	22	22	19
MPG (Highway)	29	26	25

The TT RS may not be what Dylan was thinking when writing ‘Knock Knock Knocking on Heaven’s doors’ but stick your palm through the body coloured door handles and Audi describes its German presence. Neat architecture all through the kingdom, this little race machine feels posh and cultured all through the upholstery to the 3 spoke steering wheel. Leather seats with diamond stitching comes as standard in the 2019 Audi TT RS coupe coupled with eye-catching, well-integrated aluminum trim throughout the cockpit. Audi may also have missed a few turns while preparing the interiors of the car. Common features in a costly machine like this such as ventilated seats, power adjusted steering wheel and memory function for front seats are missing. The rear seats of the Audi TT RS are as useless as a zebra crossing on a race track although you can definitely use them to take your pet out for a drive or through in a bag or two.

Seating and Comfort

Like many other sports monsters, Audi also provide seating for 4 people in the TT RS coupe. Although, the rear seats are not so comfortable for the occupants. Its plush interiors when coupled with good enough head room and leg room makes it a comfortable car for the driver as well as for the co-driver. 

Model	2019 Audi TT RS Coupe	2019 Porsche 718 Cayman S	2019 Chevrolet Corvette
Passenger capacity	4	2	2
Front (in.) Head room	37.1	N/A	37.9
Front (in.) Shoulder room	53.6	N/A	55.2
Front (in.) Leg room	41.1	N/A	43
Rear (in.) Head room	33.8	N/A	N/A
Rear (in.) Shoulder room	47.9	N/A	N/A
Rear (in.) Leg room	28.9	N/A	N/A

Interior Features

• Seatback storage pockets
• Passenger power folding mirror
• 2 USB ports
• Power cargo access remote release
• Illuminated passenger vanity mirror
• Integrated key/remote
• Sport steering wheel with manual tilting, manual telescoping
• Keyfob trunk/hatch/door release
• Air filter
• Day-night rearview mirror
• Trunk/hatch/door FOB controls
• Garage door transmitter
• Full floor console
• Driver and passenger door bins
• Navigation system with voice activation
• Front cupholder
• Driver's footrest
• Auto-locking doors
• 12V DC power outlet
• Power windows
• Proximity key
• Cruise control
• Driver power folding mirror
• Illuminated glove box
• Nappa leather front and rear seat upholstery
• 10-way driver and passenger seat adjustments
• Driver seatback side bolster support
• Rear seat fold-forward seatback
• Carpet front and rear floor mats
• Driver and passenger heated-cushions
• Passenger cushion tilt
• Tire mobility kit
• Rear 50-50 bench seat
• Carbon fiber door panel insert, console insert
• Passenger lumbar support
• Front center armrest
• Leather/aluminum console insert
• Front sport seats
• Full cloth headliner
• Concealed cargo storage
• Plastic trunk lid/rear cargo door

Infotainment

With not much space available on the canvas, Audi has done a great job in building the infotainment system for the TT RS coupe. Audi has built the screen within the gauge in front of the driver. This arrangement provides great comfort and ease of use. The 2019 Audi TT RS coupe comes fitted with optional navigation, 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot, and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The 12.3-inch display beautifully incorporated behind the steering wheel serves the purpose for multi-display which can be controlled via steering mounted controls or voice control. 

Cargo Capacity

Fold the back row and you will have a large enough space to fit over 10 bags with ease, that’s how efficient Audi built its cargo space in the 2019 Audi TT RS coupe. Rear seats on this sports mobile is not so practical for a human to fit in but it definitely serves as a great extension to the rear cargo space of 13 cubic feet. The cargo area of the RS coupe is relatively large is size but not very tall, and the liftback rear opening is long enough but narrow.

Model	2019 Audi TT RS Coupe	2019 Porsche 718 Cayman S	2019 Chevrolet Corvette
Cargo Volume (ft.3)	N/A	N/A	15

Audi has focussed a lot on its design and curves. When admired from the front, the Audi TT RS coupe outshines its competitors with its sleek and dynamic stance. A rear spoiler adds the x-factor in its entire portfolio making the TT RS one of the most low standing and aggressive looking sports coupe in the segment.

Dark front grill introduces the coupe with the RS badge on it while its eye sparkle with LED daytime running lamps and air intakes. Smooth character line passing through the front fenders continue all the way up to the rear bumper while diamond cut alloys adds another feather to its portfolio. Prominent brembo disc brakes adds the sporty attire to the TT RS while its rear tail lamps feels like gliding red fireflies on a state highway.

Dimension and Weight

The RS weighs about 3306 lbs which is significantly more than the Porsche 718 cayman S but stands almost equal to the Corvette. An added spoiler on the rear gives the TT RS the much needed down force on high speeds which is crucial for a car on this strength. 

Model	2019 Audi TT RS Coupe	2019 Porsche 718 Cayman S	2019 Chevrolet Corvette
Curb weight (lbs.)	3306	2988	3428
Length(in)	165	172.4	177.9
Width(in)	72.1	70.9	77.4
Height(in)	52.9	51	48.6
Ground clearance (mm)	N/A	4.3	N/A
Wheelbase (in)	98.6	97.4	106.7
Track width (in) F/R	61.6/60.8	59.6/60.6	63.5/62.5

Exterior Features

• Body-colored front and rear bumpers with metal-look rub strip
• Chrome tip exhaust
• Front license plate bracket
• Body-colored door handles
• Spoiler
• Auto-dimming door mirrors
• Turn signal indicator mirrors
• Black Grille
• Heated door mirrors
• Metallic paint
• Galvanized steel/aluminum body material
• Auto dimming power remote heated power folding side-view door mirrors with turn signal indicator
• Black rear bumper insert
• Rear cargo
• Black front bumper insert

No agency in the United States of America has tested the capabilities of the 2019 Audi TT coupe. There's not much tech for drivers to offer in terms of safety from brand Audi. This car is built not for senseless driving but for calculated yet raw power delivery. Safety features on the 2019 Audi TT RS coupe include:

• 2 rear head restraints
• Locking fuel flap included with power door locks
• Curtain 1st and 2nd row overhead airbag
• Front seatbelt pretensioners
• Front passenger airbag occupancy sensor
• Knee airbag
• 4 wheel disc brakes
• Panic alarm
• Immobilizer
• Traction control
• Brake assist
• Four-wheel ABS brakes
• Occupant sensing airbags
• Dual front side impact airbags
• 4 ABS channels
• Remote keyless entry
• Side-impact bars
• Electronic stability
• Daytime running lights
• Perimeter/approach lights

2019 Porsche 718 Cayman S

Both Audi TT RS and Porsche 718 Cayman S are both badge holders of the sports coupes in the USA. When compared, Cayman is about $4000 costlier then the TT RS while its bit underpowered to its comparison. The exhaust note on the TT RS is definitely designed to seduce your senses while an external package adds this feature in the Cayman S. 

If you are looking for a sports coupe which feels exciting and adaptive to the road shows, TT RS should be your choice. While, if Porsche’s brand tag and a comfortable cruiser for both track as well as for the city roads, g for the 2019 Porsche 718 Cayman S.

2019 Chevrolet Corvette

Corvette is another badge holder in the sports coupe segment with amazing power and performance under its name. When compared with the 2019 Audi TT RS coupe, the Corvette comes for exactly the same amount of dollars as the RS coupe. While, in terms of power, Corvette bypasses all the roads and tops the race with amazing power figures churned out of its massive engine. Although, it's much more power packed and feels enthusiastic, its ride and performance on the road lacks manners and decorum. THe interiors of the Corvette feels a bit outdated for a car of this range while the TT RS is generously designed both in terms of features and aesthetics.

If you are the one looking for a sports coupe with mind-boggling performance specs for a $65000 price tag, the 2019 Audi TT RS coupe proves to be an amazing contender. It rides well, has amazing interiors and even has a spoiler, a rear SPOILER!

How much does it cost to own an Audi TT RS?

For an average first year, it costs around $27,000 to own an Audi TT RS which includes the premium costs, fuel cost, and other necessary taxes. So, if you are thinking to get yourself an Audi TT RS for your next birthday then keep these expenses in mind and then go ahead with your purchase.

How reliable is the Audi TT RS?

Audi TT RS is the top of the range performance model of the TT performance coupe. Build quality of TT RS is top-notch in every aspect keeping safety and performance in mind. The 390 hp engine is very robust and the gearbox is capable of handling more power and torque with ease, thanks to its Quattro all-wheel-drive system. 

How is the after-sales service of Audi?

Audi is a well known and established brand in the country with around a thousand dealers across the country. Every service center is well equipped with all the necessary equipment to tackle any of the problems arising out in any condition. In recent years Audi has evolved around their build quality which makes it one of the best sellers in the segment.