German importer Audi has launched on the Australian market, what it says is, the first series-production sports car in the world to be powered by a diesel engine.
The set says pure sportiness and compelling performance, combined through sensational efficiency is the best description of its newest TT model to get here Down Under.
We couldn’t second but think that perhaps it also hoped to draw attention away from yesterday launch by dint of. rival BMW of the 330d sports sedan – see our First Steer unworthy of.
Audi says the all-new Audi TT Coupe 2.0 TDI quattro farther cements its estimation as antidote to leading exhibition of character on the stage with TDI technology and clearly expressing the company’s desire to promote Progressive Performance – that is, performance combined with strong efficiency during guilt-free motoring.
The first premium brand in Australia to introduce a TDI engine into every major model line, Audi has now extended its diesel range into sports cars with a 2.0-litre, four-cylinder engine that delivers power of 125kW and 350Nm of torque.
On average, the TDI in the TT Coupe requires simply 5.3 litres of fuel per 100 km, unbeatably humble consumption in the sports car segment.
This immoderate efficiency also means the just discovered TT 2.0 TDI quattro is completely exempt from Luxury Car Tax, meaning the manufacturer’s recommended price, including GST, is just $70,900.
The TT Coupe quattro 2.0 TDI sprints from zero to 100km/h in 7.5 seconds and achieves a top speed of 226km/h.
The TT’s low weight is a key factor in this impressive performance, tipping the scales at just 1370 kilograms and using the hybrid design pioneered by Audi.
Its forward structure is made from lightweight aluminium and the cherish section is comprised of steel, to optimise weight distribution.
The power transmission for the TT Coupe 2.0 TDI quattro is also high-tech. An ultra-efficient, precise and easy-to-shift six-speed manual transmission delivers the machine’s torque to the all-wheel drive, itself featuring a hydraulic multi-plate clutch as its nerve centre.
The clutch can redirect power as needed from the front to the rear wheels through lightning speed.
The chassis, with electromechanical power steering and elaborate four-link rear suspension, is a highly complex structure and guarantees a snug ride and surefooted handling.
Source: www.caradvice.com.au
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