2016 Audi TTS: Finally Perfect - Carfection
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The Audi TT has been popular for a while but the new TTS might just be everything the car needs to be.
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Audi nailed it with the styling on this new TT--they are striking in person, yet still retain enough of the original DNA to be immediately recognizable. Awesome interior too. nice vid!
i always said " ill never drive a TT. never in my life" - 2016 i can say, i just bought a TTs :D and i freakin love this car. Thumbs up and greetz from germany :)
it is such a good reliable damn car. and i have a mk2 tt.
@@throwaway-lo4zw I still have it and I love it as much as I did on delivery day 🙌🏼
@@rideout5849how has it been on maintenance cost wise ?
Saw a TTS like this a while back in black. I saw it every day for one week and every time I saw it parked I started to love the design of the car more.
See thats what i like to see, someone genuinely enjoying a car that they never gave a chance :)
I've always liked the look of TT and this is even sexier. It looks like they have shortened the wheel base and made it slightly wider. That interior is spot-on.
You know what isn't perfect? The name Carfection.
sit the fuck down! hahaha
+Carfection good one, haha!
+Carfection Achievement Unlocked: Fucking Savage.
+Carfection Well played
+Carfection Ouch! LoL
Negative comments are only from people who can't afford it, have never driven it or have nothing better to do... It's a great car, my Silver 2015 TT S-line is superb.
love love my MK3 coming from a Porsche
Gorgeous car inside and out... Bravo Audi👏
Maaaan I can't wait to buy this car in about 20yrs!...LOL!
+Audiwan Kenobi My 1997 A8 Quattro says hi :)
Martin Espinoza greetings! From Daytona Beach Florida!
+Martin Espinoza I'd get the '97 A8. Try to put your hands on the '97-'00 S8 with manual grbx. Insane.
First car in like 5 years
20yrs? More Like About 5yrs - Cars Depreciate Quickly...
Very cool car. I've heard great things about this version. It's come a LONG way since the MkI.
I was able to take this car for a test drive 2 days ago and man it is an amazing car. The launch control really works. No tire spin at all. It just goes. Tomorrow we are going to test drive a S4 since the woman wants a manual and it's one of the only cars audi puts one it. The salesmen said the S4 is even better!
Was never really a fan of the old TT, but this is some thing special.
Different enough on the front end that it doesn't blend in with every other Audi when viewed from the front, stunning all round.
That line that runs through from the wings and down the side to the back is so sharp and aggressive and much less hair dresser-ish.
Christ, this channel is still called Carfection! Impressive. I thought it would last about a week in the backlash.
Thanks buddy, your video tipped me over the edge and I purchased my TTS after watching it, would agree with you 100%...
saw in in person and it's beautiful! looks a lot better in person
Audi has went above and beyond this year!
+Underwood95 I wonder what sort of problems we are going to have this year.
You missed out the 2009 TTS 268BHP.With the DSG gear box it can reach 0-60mph in 4.9/5.2 seconds..
Absolute timeless design!
Great car. Absolutely love the interior!
That legendary quattro 4WD system? you mean the Haldex that is to be found on many non Audi cars!
that new TT is kick ass and awesome to drive.
Such a gorgeous car!
your music is the same that the WSBK website uses. that said, nice review of one of my favorite cars.
I think they need to change the gear lever to match the flat type found in the a4 onwards
It would look at feel a lot more premium
Cannot wait for the TT RS
Wow, the new golf looks rather fresh
Do you say the same about Porsche and Lamborghini?
Kees Closed No, just audi tt
If you shall own a golf, you shall own the one on my channel lads. The 40 year Anniversary 2017 GTI Clubsport! Looks more badass than this. Esp in Carbon steel grey and Black Roof!
'that legendary drivetrain' you mean a Haldex system that available on many non Audi cars?
Just don't ever take it to a track or any elongated cross country rampages if you don't want to ruin your brakes. The torque vectoring will destroy your brakes in no time and makes them fade really fast, really bad, very unpredictable. That's where the confidence around the turns comes from.
You've been warned.
Sounds pretty decent for a 4 banger, but I think I'd still take the old TT-RS for the sound of that 2.5 5-cyl.
4 cylinder sport cars can sound great as there have been a history of them. Having a 4 cylinder family car is never going to sound good or drive good.
this car looks better than the audi r8. and with an apr tune it would probably kill it.
hahaha your hilarious. R8 only comes in a 5.2L V10 engine verse a 2L 4 cylinder in the TTS.
+Ashish Patel
No!
+Ashish Patel lolol best joke all morning.
it's not hard to beat the ol' hairdryer in looks dept, but tune for tune? lol u crazy
Hairdresser's car suits this guy perfectly .
Most people need credit to buy a car or a house.Good luck.
Amazing car!
How could you not like the looks of the TT? Hasnt if always been known as a cool looking, sporty yet cheaper than other sport cars
I picked up a '17 TTS. It's a fun little car. Not perfect, but I like it over the C43 AMG coupe
What man doesn't love TT's?
A man
+TheStuntdude12 I other words you're gay
Thinking about getting one of these. I am NOT a car guy at all. What do I have to do to make it louder/faster? What upgrades? Obviously I'd take it to a professional but I don't want to look stupid asking for these upgrades lol. Basically, I just want it to have a deeper/louder "vroom".
YES! I've been waiting for you to do this car. Thanks!!!
Is the TT your cup of tea?
Every true man loves TTs
Comic girl
Not really but okay 😊
Exactly the same feelings towards the TT as the reviewer. However, he said he doesn't advise it for long trips. So the next logical question is, is the TTs really worth buying if you're only going to use it as a weekend car? Is it even good enough with only 300HP? And it doesn't have a true Quattro, only a Haldex.
I think I'd rather get an S1 or S3 with a more practical application as well as being fun to drive (and take them over to ABT). Or a Leon Cupra, an M2 etc.etc. ALL cheaper and I'm guessing in some cases more fun to drive.
+lapamful
when you put it in the drive select mode "dynamic" the car drives with "true" all wheel drive all the time.
I saw a video from the official audi site and I believe it's 60% back 40% front. It's the new gen haldex system.
www.audi-technology-portal.de/de/antrieb/quattro/elektronisch-geregelte-lamellenkupplung
it's the second video
Yes, but that's the way most Haldex systems work including in the BMW X1. You have to keep it in Sport mode (or whatever) for AWD to be engaged. Same with the S1 and S3.
As I said in my original comment, my inclination (before driving the TTs) would be to go for an S1 (with the same AWD system) and take it to ABT for a bit of tune up. Unless of course the TTs is so much better. I dunno, but this is what my instincts tell me to investigate first.
lapamful
the s1 doesn't feature this, it's only the tt.
it's the first haldex car from audi to feature this.
the upshifts is illegal ~ soo good
Great review. I'm in the same boat, never gave it a chance. Still, I can't get over the lack of horsepower.
where are you from? you sounds like a mixture of different accent.
At the Geneva motorshow earlier this month and the interior of the TT is still one of the best out there. Nothing Merc or BMW comes close. I tried an M235i recently alongside a 220d and the generic BMW looks are not a patch on this TT. The C class Coupe has plenty of style but the interior is a let down despite being Mercedes best effort. Only the Cayman really beats this for me but then with options £60k is the real world cost of the Porsche.
A third pedal and a stick is a necessity for this car.
Buying this car with an automatic transmission is like grilling the finest, most exquisite cut of Kobe beef, then throwing it in a microwave.
Fake engine sounds through the speakers are ruining otherwise good cars. Let the engine be the engine. It sounds the way it does. If you want a better sound, it should be done mechanically rather than electronically.
It's so quit you can't hear the engine
Austin Lintelman That's fine. I'd rather have a quiet car than one that makes fake noises.
+Robiul Ahmed
yup, I say don't silence the turbo. For me a turbo whine sounds like performance just the way a large engine rumble does.
West Little Surely shift lights would overcome that problem. Besides, I doubt it's so quiet that you can't hear the revs at all.
+Robiul Ahmed It's actually quite the opposite. I have a MK7 GTI that has a similar "noise maker" installed and I drove around for about a week shifting early because the fake engine sound was roaring and I'm only doing like 3500 RPM! Once I unhooked the dreaded thing, I could actually hear the true sound of the engine and it made shifting by ear much easier.
I really appreciate the design language of this TTS, but does is deliver the type of driver dynamics that cater to the buyers who like comfort as well as sportiness? I love the idea of a true sports car but does it allow for the driver to enjoy a daily driver experience? I'm looking for a car that can offer me both, and unfortunately I haven't been able to take this one for a test drive yet. I know that true enthusiasts do not care much for creature comforts, however I am not operating on a limitless budget and I would like to see things such as an effective navigation system as well as a smooth transmission paired with a sense of comfort and reliability. Does this car offer the whole lot or should I direct my attention elsewhere? Any input would be appreciated. By the way, I love the looks of it in White :)
Hi bud,
I own the TDI, so not quite the same as this, but what I can say is that in terms of comfort, it ticks all the boxes. The interior is literally the nicest interior I've ever sat in, and it's incredibly comfy. The DSG gearbox is also brilliant, really smooth. I opted for the manual in the end because I just prefer manuals, but the DSG gearbox really is impressive. Plus, put the thing in comfort mode and it's a great cruiser. Put it into dynamic and it's a completely different beast. Honestly if you're in a position to get one, I would.
David Edwards
Thanks for the input man, appreciate it. It's definitely a car that's on my short list.
The interior is much better than exterior.
A sexy car thought.
I took one out for a test drive. It is a wonderful car of that there's no doubt. Then I saw a Mk2 TTRS for sale with 5k on it for £15k less & snatched their hands off.
£50k is just too much. If it had been under £40 I may not have waited. Thing is you test drive one & realise due to it being so good, it needs more. No Sat Nav etc on that gorgeous display would be a no go, that package alone £1500. You must have parking system plus, advanced key etc & before you know it £50k has been passed.
Great reviews, you got one on TT RS?
Focus RS vs Audi TT S vs BMW M235i vs Subaru WRX STi vs Megane 265 vs Ford Mustang GT will be one hell of a comparison
If this is finally the TT for you, why was the TT-RS not? I think it looks and sounds better...
+Ethanmeister this generation TT-RS isn't out yet.
+XtrAMassivE Wasn't talking about this generation TT-RS.
Ah but do you get the new TTs or the MK2 TTrs?
I’m a purist. I prefer traditional 2 dr 2 seat rwd like a cayman but I do like the newest TT. Probably the best looking car Audi has designed, and capable.
A-class AMG, that doesn't have fake sound and sounds like a true beast and looks badass unlike this very settle TT.
Actually it has.
+Bora Markovic compare the a45 to the ttrs and it will get murdered by that 2.5 5 banger.
The TTS takes 4.6s 0-100km meanwhile the a-class amg takes 4.2s. Even if the AMG was slower it wouldn't bother me cause it sounds so much better and looks actually like a mean sports car and not a grandma's coupe.
Bora Markovic a45 is the mst hardocre version of the a class. the tts isn´t.
the a45 doesn´t stand a chance soudwise and performancewise against the RS.
I'm 6'3 and fit perfectly well in my Mk1. And thanks to all the hate and it not being a real "sports car" it was phenomenally cheap off of craigslist. Your generation may not have appreciated it but broke college students certainly do. And for the money, you get fantastic but not life threatening performance, close to 30mpg, and aside from a few finicky electronics, great reliability. Just learn to work on it yourself or you'll be robbed blind at shops. And as a bonus, your car can rip v6 mustangs, camaros, neons, cobalts, eclipses, riced Hondas and the occasional unsuspecting 350 or 370z a new ass. And look better doing it!
Not a fan of the gen 3 styling. Now it just looks like every other sharp angle manufacturer. Love the gen 1 and 2 styling, love how bubbly they are. It's a very retro-futurism look, and a lot more timeless than this gen 3 styling will prove to be.
Ive a nice tt mk1 which i love but got my eye on these as soon as one falls into my price range .
Amazing Video!
Why is so controversial car ? It's a nice looking small sporty car... and it's full of newest tech... I hate to say bit if this is Jag everybody will loose their minds talking how is that perfect car...
pa kad su svi navikli da je audi uvijek zvijer
we really need Alex reviewing the cars!
I wait for the TT-RS. This sounds like a coffee grinder (or like a petrol engine through the speakers)
About time, the old models looks weird to me.
performance stats?? is there going to be a 2.5L version??
+Richard Donoghue (AllRoundFishing)
here's the new TTRS with the 5cylinder 2,5
www.autogespot.com/audi-tt-rs-2017/2016/03/11
+Richard Donoghue (AllRoundFishing) its a new 2.5 all in aluminium. the soundtrack of the test car in the nurbugring, was a delicious delight
Is this better or bmw m2
Finally there is a "TeeTee" for me. LOLOL gotta love it.
I wish i could afford a ttrs but ill be happy to get a tts any day
3:07 What a magnificent road!!!!
Carfection .... like in infection!? Sorry I couldn't get over it yet!
When did they say anything bad about any car?
Such a good review
-My favorite thing about this car is that wonderfully sounding 5 cylinder engine-!
EDIT: apparently I was wrong, it's a 4 cylinder.
Except the last versions are 2 liters 4 cylinders engines, no more 5 cylinders 2.2 liters.
tchouzebra dude this car is from 2016!! The engine is new!!
MikeVonDoom dude that's what I said, the new engine is a 4 cylinders… so the noise is not that of a 5 cylinders…
tchouzebra you might be right! =/ Impressive how Audi made the engine sound like a 5 cylinders! =o
+tchouzebra you're right! I just looked through the specs now. Amazing job from VW making the engine sound like that! =o
I have a TTS in Sepang Blue and it is an awesome car. This is a great review. Oh I got all of the major options and it cost me less than £40k. He is talking about list price. Who pays list price for a car nowadays.
personally I liked the subtle looks of the old TT
audi tt or mustang?
Same platform but so much nicer than my GTI. That being said for the money I would probably buy a Cayman.
I would go for a Cayman or an M2
that road is SO bumpy.
+TheMontegonian That's where Audis win... lumpy roads. Anywhere else you'll go faster in a BMW
I always liked tha original TT, especially the interior. The gauge cluster was very basic like that found in an old sports car, raw and natural, good job there IMO. Ofcosrse the old car needed more power but what doesn't?
I do like the car but would love to see that Quattro concept to see the light of day!!
Finally sponsored by VW Group
What's the torque-plit front to rear ?
The improper use of amount instead of number twice in the first minute killed me.
"might not be everyone's cup of TT" Nice pun
at least the mk1 was it's own car. This one looks like any other audi model.
+Mike Newbold agreed. If I saw this coming up behind me in my rearview mirror I would assume its an A3/4 or something...
where is the audio tho??
I don't want to hurt anyone's feelings. It must be said that this review is extraordinarily superficial-in style and especially in content.
My mom always said put your TT's in the toilet.
Nc joke..
If you're just after performance, the TTS is a Golf R, and you can have a Golf R for a lot cheaper than this. I dig this TT and the looks are going to be enough to sell people, but the premium in this over the Golf R, considering they're really the same exact car underneath, is a tough pill to swallow. Also, I don't know if it sounds "good" per se. It sounds, just as the Golf R does, like my Mk7 GTI. It's not necessarily a "good" sound... it's just a "sound". They could've opened the exhaust up a bit on this TTS. That said, the DSG farts are a nice touch.
I'd rather have an M2...
I agree, but you are talking £15k or so price difference
I agree, but you are talking £15k or so price difference
Tt is much more reliable in the long run. Many bmws have problems after 75,000miles.
+Cars Life
Not the upcoming TTRS (400HP and quattro) which you should compare with the M2
Cars Life
here's the new rs
www.autogespot.com/audi-tt-rs-2017/2016/03/11
I love the M2, but the new ttrs has a more aggressive front and looks more like a sports car than the m2, the m2 is too high above the ground and doesn't have a sportscar typical shape
Am I the only one that hates the noise most fast Audis make on upshift?
Yeah I agree it doesn't sound natural
This one kinda sounds like a fart. The other audis are fine tho imo
+Carfection I don't like any of the farts, even in an F type. Sounds alright with a manual though
+James Lawton 4.2 is fine. Best noises there though are from Subaru, sounds like it's eating some other car
Correct me if I'm wrong but everything i have read thus far indicated the Golf R is still the slightly sweeter driver between the two, and that would always bug me. Knowing my "sports car" with it's higher list price, lower centre of gravity, aluminium construction and 2+2 layout is still less fun to drive than a practical hatchback. To me this means the TT is still somewhat of a posers car and that's a shame.
These things are already pouring out of the dealerships just like the Golf R
I think the turbo engine doesn't suit the looks of this car in terms of sound, it needs to have a supercharger whistle which matches it's tinyness,
I have to work harder to achieve this car
Wait so this or a rs3.
$60,000 isn't bad, however, 60,000 pounds is twice what we pay here in Canada.
I understand the appeal to focus on power and speed on a tv sketch but really how much of a big deal is top speed and acceleration in real life.
+camillako Acceleration can be fun in red light drag races, and for top speed you just need to frequent a track
It sure sucks when you spend $200k on your R8 and most people think it's a TT.
So you buy a car for others? I buy a car just for myself. Don't care what others think. And if you can't see the difference between a TT and an R8, you must be blind...
Sorry CF! again, not to happy about this review - I´ll try to be constructive.
There is no need to repeat the same phrase over and over again, especially when it is not about the car; "why did I not give this car a chance before"..So instead of repeating that line how about saying that you really like the car as a follow up, that is has surprised you or similar. ....and btw yes why didn´t you give it a chance - you are a car journalist you should be happy to jump into any car and give it a review good as bad.
Then I missed out on the steering feel, feedback, chassis, power delivery, gearbox, over 300 HP Why not be specific?, acceleration time, and if there was any thrill about it other than feeling secure?. The sound was sadly not to well recorded (I know it is an art to do it right) but it did not really play well with the excitement expression. Perhaps it would also have added to the storyline explaining it´s main rivals or who is the perfect buyer of this TTs.
And Properly since you never gave the TT a go it is harder to compare what has evolved - but the why not take you own missing out and borrow and old TT and try that out first, catching up - Then e.g. start the review with a short story about the old one and then get into the new one and put most of the focus on the car. If the review is to be subjective of character then it is properly well suited to have some history attached - like in this case if you had owned an old TT and hated it.
And talking design History - That old TT is one of the very rare cars that went from concept to production nearly unchanged - Weather one likes it or not is bit beside the point - This car is featured in many books about iconic car design and many people loved it, why it is still in existence.
I am not even a huge fan of the TT my self, but that is too beside the point.
Fact is that this review was not quite up to par both for narrative, sound and footage.
Still a fan of Carfection/XCAR and you guys have made a lot of extremely watchable and entertaining car journalism, thanks for all of it.
I dont care what TT is the best for you. And honestly, you sound like you hated the car because of its looks, but you liked the new gen so now you're trying to justify yourself. Looks are not everything, I'd say theyre half of it. I came here to find out why it is finally perfect, and all I got was a personal opinion.
+Jirinoshi His opinion provides a narrative for the video. And actually, I think it's an opinion that a lot of people would agree with, as the TT has historically fallen down dynamically and rarely lived up to the hype. To expect to be told why something is perfect for you personally, in this context at least, is impossible. If all you want is facts and figures, look up the technical specifications. Want to know if it's perfect for you? You'll have to drive it yourself.
Chris Gregson
Im not asking to know if its perfect for me. This guy might use his opinion as a narrative as you say, but he doesnt go deeper than that. He sounds like a poser talking about a vehicle trying to convince you of it because he now likes how it looks (without exploring the vehicles capabilities). If he says its now perfect Im expecting him to follow through with an explanation on why, not an opinion. Watch randy pobst or chris harris, and you're going to get a description of the feel, the acceleration, the way it takes curves and more. I like to drive a car, not be seen in a car. This guy is reviewing from the perspective of being seen in it. And if someone titles a review with "its finally perfect" you get excited and expect to find out why. But all he explains is it now looks good, and he would be proud of driving it etc.
+Jirinoshi OK, I see what you're saying. I know who Randy Pobst and Chris Harris are. My point is, perhaps you're expecting too much from a brief review, bearing in mind it's just a road test - no track testing. Would you complain if Jeremy Clarkson was reviewing it and gave his opinion? I doubt it. This guy is employed to give his opinion on a car, that's what this channel does. And actually, for a car such as the TT, which is so heavily reliant on it's image, is it really such a bad thing to use that as the basis for a review? Potential TT buyers really couldn't give a toss about driving dynamics, or cornering speeds or how long you can get the tail to slide (the TT has never really been a true sports car). They just want to look vaguely trendy until the next model is released. But, let's not forget, he does actually suggest that it is a good driver's car, so your argument about this all being about image is irrelevant anyway. Also, if you don't want to know why it's perfect for you, why do you care if it's perfect for someone else? Or indeed why it's perfect at all? It doesn't matter. Maybe try not complaining about well produced free content and just take it for what it is.
Chris Gregson
The thing is that if you're claiming a car is now perfect, it becomes a generalization if youre not going to do a full review, or say why it is now perfect. If it is only because he thinks it looks good, then every supercar should be perfect.
If you say something is perfect and title the video like that, then say more than "it looks good for me, and it gives you confidence" I know he can't drive outside the 9-5 traffic while he texts. So him saying it seems like a good drivers car, coming from someone who doesnt know crap about driving makes the point null. He is a poser, but I wouldnt have a problem with that if he really drove a point home. But lets remember this is the internet, not a conversation with your mom. That is what people call clickbait. Which makes this fall into that category, intentionally or not. Because the title sets an expectation, but it is not even close to fulfilling the expectation.
+Jirinoshi Mate, you don't seem to understand that calling something perfect, whether you're Chris Harris, Randy Pobst or this guy, is only ever an opinion. It cannot be anything else. You might value the opinion of Harris or Pobst higher, but that doesn't mean this guy's opinion is any less valid. It's just justified for different reasons. Someone else might argue that this car is perfect because of it's interior, or it's seats, or it's sound system or maybe even it's seat belts. It's obvious even before watching this video that this is, as you put it, clickbait. And it probably is intentional, so as to start a dialogue (positive or negative) such as the one we are having here. And I don't think there's anything wrong with that. Your issue seems to be solely with the presenter, as you've said he's just a poser, and you're justifying your now meaningless argument about the use of the word 'perfect' (that opinion thing again) because you don't believe he can back up his point. Well, he does. It's just a different perspective to what you want to hear. Doesn't make it wrong, because an opinion can't be wrong!
Great car
when that digital display goes bust... you will cry... when you get the bill from Audi, you will shit your pants.