2013 Audi TT-RS – Audi TT’s first debut in US back then in 2000 may not as powerful as the rest sport car in the segment, but its better improvements year by year should be appreciated. Until the performance variant came in 2012, Audi TT received a great response as its performance is considered the best since 2000. Since its first debut got a great response, the performance variant of Audi TT will continue to the 2013 model year. As the second generation, 2013 Audi TT-RS seems to have no significant changes compared to the previous version. This will be a great question whether the sport coupe will be able to make a great mark like its predecessor with no significant updates or not.
Exterior
The new Audi TT-RS’s profile is indeed a carryover from the 2012 model year. Xenon plus headlights with LED daytime running lights still decorated the front part, while Audi’s signature grille also still remains. 2013 Audi TT-RS’s front part looks sportier than 2014 Porsche Cayenne and 2014 Porsche Cayman with the addition of special high-gloss black diamond-look grille that comes as an option, replacing the silver grille that comes as standard. The side part of the vehicle boasts its sleek windshield and high gloss wheel that also available in titanium and high-gloss black with red accent. Matte-aluminum finish side mirrors also could be replaced with electric-folding carbon-fiber mirrors which featured LED turn signal repeaters too. On the rear side, it looks pretty in dual-oval exhaust pipes and matching taillights and headlights which featured by LED technology that increase rear visibility and lifespan.
Interior
2013 Audi TT-RS offers optional f bi-color leather for its interior upholstery that apparently become the only one prominent improvement made. Since the stylish and simple carryover design is not disappointing, it seems to not become a major issue for the customer. Aluminum door sill with TT-RS logo still remain in the same and exclusive door handle still giving another excitement in the cabin. The electric adjusted 10-way sport seats are very comfortable in Nappa black leather with TT-RS logo on it. Completing the comfortable seats, 2013 Audi TT-RS dimples-leather sport steering wheels also will give you more intense sport atmosphere. The rest features still remain the same and still give the same special ambience like the previous TT-RS.
Engine
Powerful 2.5 L V5 turbocharged engine with 360 hp and 343 lb-ft becomes the powertrain. it will sprint from 0-60 mph just in 4.1 seconds, faster than Porsche 911 Carrera and Carrera S, with top speed of 174 mph.
Price
2013 Audi TT-RS’s base price is at $57,200, while it could increase to $65,790 if every available option is chosen.
