New Era

New Audi TT RS range in peak form

- – Audi SA

Now with an even more dynamic look, the new Audi TT RS showcases with confidence what it has to offer. Its five-cylinder engine delivers 480 Nm, accompanie­d by the unmistakab­le five-cylinder sound. The facelifted Audi TT RS Coupé and Roadster are now available for sale at dedicated Audi Sport Dealership­s in South Africa.

Dynamic appearance: The exterior design

The TT RS has never been this masculine. The completely redrawn front end and the striking rear end give it a dynamic appearance. The quattro logo in a matt titanium-look is positioned in the lower section of the aluminium grill with its matt black Singlefram­e. The lateral air inlets, which have been enlarged once again, are each divided by vertical strips on the inside and outside. For cooling purposes there

are additional radiators located behind the typical RS honeycomb grill. The lateral air inlets that extend almost all the way to the front wheel wells make the new TT RS appear extremely wide.

A continuous front spoiler that is drawn up steeply at the lateral ends pulls the front apron down sharply, giving the car its distinctiv­e, motorsport-inspired look. The blade is painted in body colour as standard, but is also available in a matt aluminium look or gloss black. The RS model has a gloss black inlay in the newly designed side sill. The exterior mirror housings are available in matte aluminium look and gloss black.

At the rear, it is the newly designed fixed rear wing with side winglets that catches the eye. As part of the aerodynami­cs concept, it supports RS-typical performanc­e and efficiency. There are vertical design elements on both sides above the new RS-specific diffusor. Two large oval exhaust tailpipes create the typical RS finish.

LED headlights are standard. As a new highlight offering, matrix OLED reversing lights (organic light emitting diode) with a 3D design

are now standard and distribute their extensive light with extreme homogeneit­y and precision. When the ignition is switched on, the OLED reversing lights put on a spectacula­r display.

The new TT RS is available in nine different colours, including the new RS-specific colour Kyalami Green. Upon request, matt aluminium and gloss black styling packages highlight the blade and rear wing. The extended gloss black styling package includes the Audi rings and the TT RS model logo in black on the

front and rear as an option. The fabric top of the TT RS Roadster is only available in black. The Audi exclusive program offers various additional possibilit­ies for individual­ization of the exterior paint finish.

Award-winning performanc­e: The 2.5 TFSI

Five-cylinder, 294 kW output, 480 Nm of torque, quattro all-wheel drive — the Audi TT RS impresses with inner values and offers an outstandin­g driving performanc­e. The Coupé sprints from 0 to 100 km/h in only 3.7 seconds. Musical accompanim­ent is provided by the typical five-cylinder sound: 1-2-45-3. Due to this ignition sequence, the ignition alternates between adjacent cylinders and those far apart from one another. This unique rhythm is music to the ears of many performanc­e car purists.

Audi Sport has received the sought-after “Internatio­nal Engine of the Year Award” for the 2.5 TFSI engine for the ninth consecutiv­e time. The turbo engine draws its power from an engine displaceme­nt of 2,480 cm3. The engine’s maximum torque of 480 Nm is available between 1,950 and 5,850 rpm. The top speed is regulated at 250 km/h or an optional 280 km/h.

Pure dynamism: The suspension The low weight (1,410 kg, TT RS Coupé without driver) and the consistent­ly sporty suspension provide the basic prerequisi­tes for the excellent handling of the Audi TT RS. The progressiv­e steering adapted specifical­ly to the RS ensures close contact with the road. At the front axle, ventilated and perforated steel discs are in action behind the 20-inch wheels, kitted out in a gloss black finish as standard.

 ?? Photo: Audi SA ?? Five-cylinder, 294 kW output, 480 Nm of torque, quattro all-wheel drive — the Audi TT RS impresses with inner values and offers an outstandin­g driving performanc­e.
Photo: Audi SA Five-cylinder, 294 kW output, 480 Nm of torque, quattro all-wheel drive — the Audi TT RS impresses with inner values and offers an outstandin­g driving performanc­e.

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