Five-cylinder engines are in Audi’s DNA. The company is once again building such an engine – this time a high-performance engine. The Audi TT RS, developed by quattro GmbH, sports a turbocharged 2.5-liter engine with FSI direct gasoline injection under the hood that produces 250 kW (340 hp) and 450 Nm (332 lb-ft) of torque, yet consumes only 9.2 liters/100 km (25.57 US mpg). In conjunction with quattro permanent all-wheel drive, the powerful five-cylinder model offers explosive performance, making the compact Audi TT RS Roadster – a purist driving machine.
Potent five-cylinder gasoline engines enjoy a long tradition at Audi, powering cars like the “Ur-quattro” (original quattro) to the head of the pack. Audi has resumed using this recipe. The newly developed engine combines a turbocharger with FSI direct gasoline injection to make the TT RS an uncompromising sports car.
The TFSI delivers 250 kW (340 hp) from a displacement of 2,480 cc: an output of 137.1 hp per liter. Weighing only the Roadster (1,510 kilograms (3,329 lb)) this figure is 4.4 kilograms (9.7 lb) – the low values are made possible by the extremely lightweight bodies utilizing the Audi Space Frame (ASF). They are made of aluminum up front and steel sheet at the rear.
The TT RS Roadster in 4.7 seconds. The governed top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) is merely the official figure for both versions; as an option, it can be increased to 280 km/h (174 mph). Peak torque of 450 Nm (332 lb-ft) is available between 1,600 and 5,300 rpm, providing tremendous pulling power. The TT RS Roadster consumes just 9.5 l/100 km (24.76 US mpg) – another example of how Audi combines dynamics and efficiency.
Engine
· Newly developed, 2.5-liter five-cylinder unit with turbocharging and FSI direct fuel injection
· 250 kW (340 hp) and 450 Nm (332 lb-ft) of torque
· Exceptional performance: 0 – 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.6 seconds (Coupé), top speed 250 km/h (155 mph), with 280 km/h (174 mph) available as an option.
· Average consumption only 9.2 liters/100 km (25.57 US mpg) (Coupé)
Transmission
· High-efficiency six-speed manual
· quattro permanent all-wheel drive with hydraulic multi-plate clutch
Chassis
· Advanced suspension mountings, four-link design in the back
· High-performance brakes with four-piston calipers up front
· 18-inch wheels with 245/40 tires standard; optional 19 and 20-inch wheels
· Optional Audi magnetic ride adaptive damping
Body and design
· Lightweight and very strong ASF body of aluminum and steel, weighs only 206 kilograms (454 lb) (Coupé)
· Larger air intakes up front, distinctive diffuser insert in the rear, stationary rear spoiler
Equipment
· Comprehensive standard equipment, including xenon plus headlamps with LED daytime running lights, heated sport seats with leather/Alcantara surfaces, driver information system with indicators for boost pressure and oil temperature as well as a lap timer.
Please note, there is no information regarding U.S. availability of the RS 5 at this time.
