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Audi TT RS Plus 2013

Did you think that the Audi TT RS was the ultimate in the lines of Audi coupes? If you thought so, then think again. Because Audi has unveiled an even better version of the TT RS, which it calls TT RS Plus. The 2013 Audi TT RS Plus is a more powerful and luxurious machine compared to the earlier one. The new TT RS Plus will be available in two versions – coupe and roadster.

Under the hood, the new TT RS Plus is powered by a 2.5 liter 5-cylinder turbo engine capable of producing a peak power of 360 HP, almost 20 HP more than its predecessor. The engine produces a max torque of 343 lb-ft. As far as performance is concerned, the TT RS Plus coupe can gallop to speed of 62mph from zero in just 4.1 seconds. With manual transmission the car takes 4.3 seconds to achieve this speed. On the other hand, the Roadster takes 4.2 seconds to reach the speed of 62mph and with manual transmission it takes 4.3 seconds. Both the versions come with a speed cap of 174mph.

Customer will have a choice between a seven-speed S Tronic automatic and a six-speed manual transmission. The TT RS Plus has been fitted with five-arm rotor designed wheels, which have been painted black with contrasting red rims. The wheels have 255/35 tires. Audi magnetic ride is also available as an option if anyone chooses to have that.

Design changes are not that pronounced in the new TT RS Plus. But some visible changes have been made to the car. For instance, the TT RS Plus has a single frame radiator grille with diamond patterned mesh has been polished in anthracite. A large fixed rear-wing increases the down force at the back of the car.

Sales of the Audi TT RS Plus will start in Germany this year. But it is still not known whether the car will come to the US or not. The coupe has been given a price tag of $80,579 with manual transmission and $83,436 with automatic S Tronic transmission. On the other hand, the Roadster will come with a price tag of $84,366 (manual) and $87,222 (automatic S Tronic).



Even more dynamic: the Audi TT RS plus




  • Coupé and Roadster boosted to 265 kW (360 hp)

  • Zero to 100 km/h in 4.1 seconds; top speed increased to 280 km/h

  • Average fuel consumption just 8.5 liters per 100 km



Even more powerful, even faster, even more dynamic: Early 2012 will see the launch of the Audi TT RS plus. This compact sports car, in both Coupé and Roadster versions, stands out for its awe-inspiring performance. Its power-boosted five-cylinder turbo delivers 265 kW (360 hp), sufficient for a top speed of 280 km/h (173.98 mph).


The 2.5-liter TFSI in the Audi TT RS plus is a high-performance engine. Compared with the engine on which it is based, this turbocharged direct-injection unit delivers 15 kW (20 hp) more power. It produces 465 Nm (342.97 lb-ft) of torque, 15 Nm (11.06 lb-ft) more than before. Customers can choose between a manual six-speed transmission and the seven-speed S tronic with its lightning-fast gearshifts. The dual-clutch transmission comes with a launch control function which optimizes acceleration from a standing start. The quattro permanent all-wheel drive system, which operates with a multi-plate clutch, transfers engine power to the road in supreme style.

The TT RS plus unites dynamics and efficiency in a most impressive way. Against the backdrop of the five-cylinder engine’s characteristic roaring and growling, the Coupé with S tronic catapults from a standstill to 100 km/h (62.14mph) in 4.1 seconds (with manual transmission: 4.3 seconds). The Roadster completes the same exercise in 4.2 seconds (with manual transmission: 4.4 seconds). Top speed is limited to 280 km/h (173.98 mph) for all versions of the car. The Coupé with S tronic uses an average of just 8.5 liters of fuel per 100 km (27.67 US mpg); the Roadster uses 8.6 liters per 100 km (27.35 US mpg).

Alongside numerous efficiency-improving measures, these top figures are due primarily to the extremely lightweight Audi Space Frame (ASF) bodies made of aluminum at the front and sheet steel at the rear. The Coupé with manual transmission, including quattro drive, weighs just 1,450 kilograms (3,196.70 lb); its power-to-weight ratio is 4.0 kilograms (8.82 lb) per horsepower. The power-to-weight ratio of the Roadster is 4.2 kilograms (9.26 lb) per horsepower.

The high-performance brake system is able to cope with the engine’s power at all times. Four-piston fixed calipers in conjunction with perforated brake disks are installed on the front axle. The Audi TT RS plus is fitted with 19-inch cast wheels of five-arm “Rotor” design; they are painted black with contrasting red rim flanges. The wheels are fitted with 255/35 tires. The adaptive damping system known as Audi magnetic ride is available as an option. A large, fixed rear wing increases downforce at the back of the car.

The Singleframe radiator grille also sets the Audi TT RS plus apart visually: Its diamond-pattern mesh is in highly polished anthracite, its trim frame has a matt aluminum-look finish. The housings of the exterior mirrors are made of carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP). The dual-branch sport exhaust system has black oval tailpipe trims. A sound flap further intensifies the sound of the engine. The Carbon design package gives the engine compartment a more exclusive look. The knob on the gear or selector lever features an aluminum-look trim ring and a TT RS plus badge.

The TT RS plus Coupé with manual transmission costs €60,650 in Germany or €62,800 with the seven-speed S tronic . The TT RS plus Roadster has a list price of €63,500 or €65,650 respectively.

Audi TT RS Plus 2013

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