Primo contatto nuova Audi TT 2014

[autoposseduta]

Vero ma non capisco perché proporre il 180 cv quando c è già il 190 affinato

Sarebbe una scelta interessante proporlo anche con una cavalleria maggiore diciamo 220-230 cv

[TurboGimmo]

L' acquirente tipo sicuramente sarà molto felice, ma per un appassionato sembra rimanere una finta sportiva quoto è bella funzionale ben rifinita, ma a un appassionato non fa venire un desiderio incoercibile di comprarla

Anche le due volumi tecnicamente sono finto-sportive, questa almeno ha un'identita' sua.

Questioni di punti di vista.

A me per inciso, non piace, ma mi intriga molto la seconda serie. Comunque bocciata per i miei canoni perche' troppo claustrofobica.

[poliziottesco]

Francamente io questa TT non la chiamerei finto-sportiva. Mi sembra la si possa finalmente considerare un coupe' sportivo. Che poi possa non eccitare alla guida quanto altre sports car e' un altro paio di maniche.

[superkappa125]

Audi TT coupe first drive review

In most powerful S form the third-generation Audi TT possesses real dynamic capability – and plenty of appeal as a classy premium coupé

The 2-litre four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine in the TT S produces 306bhp and 280lb ft

by Matt Prior

2 September 2014 8:32pm

What is it?

It’s Audi’s TT in S form, the fastest, most powerful and, from £38,900 (£40,270 with a twin-clutch auto), most expensive model in the new TT range.

No apologies for choosing this one to test over the less powerful TT variants, though; even if it’s not the volume seller and doesn’t arrive in the UK until March, rather than January like its siblings.

There are two reasons the S is compelling. One: the TT shares not just its architecture with the terrific Volkswagen Golf R, but also vast swathes of its powertrain. Which is enticing.

Two: the old TT S was by far the finest driver’s car in the TT range. If that’s the case this time around, and if it has been infused with similar magic as the Golf R, finally we might have an Audi that bothers the class lead of a Porsche Cayman, or at least a BMW M235i. That in itself that would be quite something.

Some details first. The new TT’s appearance is as you’d expect: modernised, more aggressive, but the old TT was not an impossible act to follow. Not like we believed the first one would be. The TT has progressed from mould-breaker to range staple and established sub-brand. Once, it was hard to believe this was a car launched by a conventional car manufacturer. Now, it’s impossible to imagine Audi without it.

The new car is, more or less, the same length as before, at 4177mm, but there is 37mm more in the wheelbase (2505mm) and, it’s claimed, up to 50kg less in the kerb weight thanks, in all, to some 27 per cent of the chassis/body being aluminium.

Suspension is by MacPherson struts at the front, four-link at the rear. Steering is electrically assisted with varying ratio – faster on-lock than near straight ahead. Magnetically-controlled dampers are standard on the S, and will be available on other models soon after launch.

The engine is a four-cylinder EA888 turbocharged petrol unit. Here it makes 306bhp between 5800 and 6200rpm, and 280lb ft, which arrives at only 1800rpm, and sticks gamely around until 100rpm before the arrival of peak power. Plump, then.

In the S it drives exclusively through a four-wheel-drive powertrain that’s mostly front-biased but has an electronically-controlled multi-plate clutch at the rear axle. Temptingly, as in the Golf R, it can send up to 100 per cent of torque to either axle. It’s said to be good for 0-62mph in 4.6sec, while returning 40.9mpg on the fanciful combined cycle.

Lesser models – which start from £29,860, incidentally – can be had with 2wd or 4wd (2.0 petrol) or just 2wd (2.0 diesel).

What is it like?

All TTs come with an exceptionally classy interior. If you were being picky you might argue that it’s a bit dark inside but if you weren’t you’d simply admire the fit, the relative simplicity of the layout and the genuine style and panache with which things are finished.

A digital instrument panel sits in place of analogue dials. Audi’s Multi Media Interface (MMI) has been re-tuned with fewer buttons and for simpler menu navigation. I think it and the digital display works rather well. If you don’t? Well, I’m sure Audi is sorry, but there’s no physical alternative. Do try to like it, because digital displays will be everywhere before long.

Our test car rode on 19in alloys, shod with 245/35 ZR19 tyres (by Hankook, unusually). And in that state the ride, with the usual caveat about being on unfamiliar roads, was busy in the dampers’ firmer mode, and even a touch in the softer mode.

The TT is still a decent town or cruising machine, mind, thanks to a straight driving position and sound ergonomics. The steering’s also fine; although light, it’s accurate enough. There are many reasons the TT sells so well. Its usability is one of them.

But up the pace and the TT is now better, I think, than it has ever been. It is not a clone of a Golf R: it does not quite replicate all of that car’s moves. But here, at last, is a small Audi coupe that I would have no hesitation in calling a sports car.

As well as selectable modes for the dampers, you can select different settings for the engine/gearbox calibration, steering weight and ESC intervention: you can choose pre-set modes or pick and choose your set-up.

Thankfully it seems more than just a marketing gimmick, too. I imagine mostly I’d leave the button in Auto, but Dynamic has a lot going for it when you’re in the right mood.

Not only is the exhaust angrier this way, the optional six-speed double-clutch gearbox is more willing too, and the chassis better tied-down. No, the TT S is not quite as composed as – from memory – I think a Golf R is. Nor, rather more pertinently, a Porsche Cayman. But it makes a decent job of casting aside surface imperfections and controlling its body.

And although the TT weighs 1460kg, it also feels pleasingly agile, thanks in part to the rapid steering, and in other parts to the calibration of the stability control and 4wd system. The front tyres do not need to have relinquished grip before power is apportioned to the rear. Turn-in briskly and the rear-mounted clutch starts diverting torque towards the back axle.

Then, when you get back on the power, it’s readily available to tighten a line or quell any understeer. Throw in a chassis that will tuck its nose in if you turn-in on the brakes and you have the deftest chassis ever to underpin a TT.

Should I buy one?

You might well. Lesser versions are doubtless better value but there is real dynamic capability beneath the TT S. Is it as much fun as aPorsche Cayman? Let’s not be silly. An BMW M235i? Probably not – though I’d like a back-to-back test to say for sure. But if on-limit engagement was your only remit then a Renaultsport Mégane Trophywould be a cannier choice.

Fact is the TT has always been about more than just that. It has always been a good coupe that gives you sound reasons to buy one. That it’s now rather good fun to drive is another one.

Anche ad Autocar è piaciuta parecchio.

Parlando da possessore di una II serie, posso tranquillamente affermare che non è (e manco prova ad essere) una vera driver's car, però ha un mix di usabilità, prestazioni, divertimento e stile che la rendono una gran macchina per tutti i giorni.

Il problema di questa generazione, piuttosto, è che è salita tanto (troppo?) di prezzo, rendendola di fatto non più una alternativa più "esotica" ad una hot-hatch, ma una competitor vera e propria nel settore delle sportive.

[poliziottesco]

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Parlando da possessore di una II serie, posso tranquillamente affermare che non è (e manco prova ad essere) una vera driver's car, però ha un mix di usabilità, prestazioni, divertimento e stile che la rendono una gran macchina per tutti i giorni.

Il problema di questa generazione, piuttosto, è che è salita tanto (troppo?) di prezzo, rendendola di fatto non più una alternativa più "esotica" ad una hot-hatch, ma una competitor vera e propria nel settore delle sportive.

Perfetto! Secondo me hai riassunto alla perfezione quello che TT e' o puo' essere! Possiede un mix che la rende indiscutibilmente un' auto dotata di notevole appeal.