The new Audi TT gets 394bhp RS Coupe and Roadster versions
with astonishing performance figures
Audi has taken the wraps off the fastest and most powerful
version of the TT RS ever, and shown the car off at the 2016 Goodwood
Festival of Speed. Both coupe and roadster versions of the range-topping
sportscar were revealed simultaneously for the first time at events in Beijing
and London before UK motorists got a chance to see the car in the flesh at
Goodwood. Audi has fired the TT RS into
supercar territory with a thumping jump in power and speed, and it's due on on
sale in the autumn.
In coupe form, the RS will cover 0-62mph in 3.7 seconds –
nearly as fast as an R8 –
and hit 174mph flat out. The heavier roadster covers the same benchmark sprint
in 3.9 seconds.
Power from the reworked 2.5-litre five-cylinder turbo
has been upped from 335bhp to 394bhp and it now uses both direct and indirect
fuel injection, along with variable valve timing. With its 1-2-4-5-3
firing order, Audi insists it has retained the engine’s unique deep,
enthusiastic, rich sound while improving its performance, reducing its fuel
consumption and lowering its weight.
The unique-sounding engine is just 50 centimetres long and
adopting an aluminium crankcase has helped it slash 26kg from the weight of its
predecessor, while delivering more power. An even faster Plus version of
the new car could be on the cards, too.
A huge diffuser is built into the rear bodywork with two
elliptical tailpipes. The vast wing can be deleted at no extra cost if you
prefer a more understated look. The TT RS will also introduce Organic Light
Emitting Diode (OLED) as an option for the tail-lamps.
Dominating the front end is a hexagon-filled single-frame
grille, flanked by optional Matrix LED headlights, while inside, the RS follows
the regular TT. Taking pride of place is the 12.3-inch Virtual Cockpit, and
it’s complemented by lightweight sports seats.
Under the skin, the TT RS retains the electronic
differential, with suspension lowered by 10mm. It will use a seven-speed
dual-clutch gearbox and enormous 370mm disc brakes. There is an optional RS
Sports suspension system, which delivers adaptive magnetic control damping to
govern its steel springs.
A set of lighter, forged alloy wheels and carbon-ceramic
brakes are optional. The Roadster – which is 90kg heavier than the coupe –
features a folding fabric roof which can be lowered electrically in 10 seconds
at speeds of up to 31mph.
source: http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/audi/tt/95304/supercar-crushing-audi-tt-rs-shown-off-at-goodwood
by John Mcllroy
http://www.boscheuropean.com
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