Each one will bring people a refreshing feeling. It conveys the design concept of "purity, openness, reliability, perfection, simplicity and strength" to the world. When Audi A6 produced by FAW-Volkswagen set a high-end car standard in Chinese mainland, its rear curved shape taken from the female body was unforgettable. In fact, the shape of Audi A6 has the shadow of Audi tt. Gone are the days when the market simply relied on high horsepower and high speed to attract sports car consumers! In today's completely personalized era, only by staying away from mediocre and boring sports cars can we win more buyers.
Compared with other luxury brands, Audi entered the sports car market late. We know that the small sports car market has developed rapidly in recent years. The more expensive ones are Porsche boxster, Japanese cars are Nissan 350z and Everything rx-8, as well as BMW z4 and brand-new Pingzhi slk. Although it is not 100% of the same series, buyers will also consider this kind of car. However, once Audi tt came out, it attracted the attention of the whole world. The most proud thing is that Audi tt won the title of the best sports car in Germany with 1999, ending Porsche's dominance for 23 years.
TT is the abbreviation of "tourisi throphy", which means "Traveller Grand Prix". This is a famous car race at the beginning of this century. The concept and name of Audi TT first appeared as a concept car at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 1995. Its design is attributed to J Mays and Freeman Thomas of Volkswagen Design Studio in California, and its award-winning interior design is attributed to Martin Smith. People usually misunderstand the meaning of "TT" as "twin turbines". The name of this car actually comes from NSUT, a small car with a rear engine and an awesome racing pedigree. It was produced by NSU on the basis of NSU Prinz in1960s. Of course, the modern TT model is not the follow-up of any model of NSUT. The name NSUT comes from the famous TT (Tourist Trophy) motorcycle race in the Isle of Man.
The design of Audi TT The shape of Audi TT is considered by many people as a watershed in automobile design. Since 1995 was introduced as a concept car and measured in 1998, many people think its design is bold, unique and revolutionary. Although this kind of car draws lessons from some design elements of other cars, the overall design is still considered by many people to be truly unique. Although it has a smooth appearance, its design is not revolutionary in aerodynamics, and the drag coefficient of its body is actually a relatively high 0.35. However, with its unique and sleek body, bold use of exposed aluminum anodic oxide film and lack of clear bumper, Audi TT represents the automobile market that deviated from most dominant styles at that time.
The success and popularity of DTT's iconic design has given many automobile designers and manufacturers greater freedom to experiment and make bold and unique designs. The influence of Audi TT can be seen in many later automobile design elements.
For Audi designers, TT cars have no frame. They have only one goal: to design a unique Audi sports car. They boldly focused on the wheel to shape it. The importance of wheels to the appearance of cars is well known. Seen from the side of Audi TT, the whole vehicle looks like it is gradually "inflated" from the wheels, and the front and rear parts are exactly the same, similar to Porsche boxster. 17 inch wheel (its spokes extend all the way to the outer ring, which makes the wheel look bigger), plus exquisite wheel eyebrows, the front and rear surfaces of the car are gradually derived, and then the roof and window lines are gradually generated. The whole car has compact lines and looks lovely and exquisite because it is almost like a combination of geometric figures, symmetrical circular rolling curves, a small tail and an aluminum alloy fuel tank cover. Except that the hood is made of aluminum, the tt body is made entirely of galvanized steel. TT sports car uses soft top instead of electric folding hard top. I don't think this is a bad thing. Soft tops are more flexible to fold and store than hard tops. The advantage is that it doesn't need to occupy a lot of space at the rear of the car, and the roof can choose different colors to match more changeable visual effects. Moreover, the multi-layer cloth hood used in Audi TT roadster has excellent sound insulation effect, and the edge of the hood will not make too much abnormal noise when driving, which shows that the production of the frame is quite standard.
The most obvious difference between the three TT's is that the two TT's adopt quattro (full-time four-wheel drive) technology. With this technology, the engine power will always be effectively distributed to the four wheels. Under normal circumstances, the power distribution ratio of the front and rear wheels is 50/50. However, when encountering special roads, the power distribution ratio of the front and rear wheels can be changed between 25/75 and 75/25, and the left and right wheels are controlled by eds when the adhesion is different.
TT's interior uses a large number of aluminum alloy decorative plates, and the whole car room is full of metal beauty. The air outlet, dashboard and other buttons of the air conditioner are round to echo the sleek shape. These meticulous designs fully show their outstanding aristocratic demeanor. Sports front seats made of leather and alcan ta ra fabric have continuous height adjustment and heating function. In addition, tt has four sound systems to choose from. There is a gear display on the dial of Audi tt, but it is not good according to the owner's reflection, because the steering wheel is easy to completely cover the gear display after adjusting the seat to a suitable sitting position.
Audi's 6-speed manual gearbox for tt roadster and tt coupe quattro, as well as the 5th gear of tt coupe, will certainly not disappoint thousands of tt supporters. 1 to 4-speed acceleration penetration is achieved in one go, and the speed sense is good when starting or accelerating uphill.
1982, Audi 100 set a world car record with a drag coefficient of 0.30. Since then, Audi has been recognized as a leader in aerodynamics. This time, it is also reflected in the new sports car. In order to make the aerodynamic characteristics of sports cars perfect, many new technologies have been adopted. In addition, due to careful design, the wind level of TT sports car at high speed has reached the level of Audi car.
Sports cars always cater to purists. Audi tt did not sacrifice safety and comfort. TT sports car meets the new regulations of frontal collision and side collision in Europe and America. Two airbags on the front seat are used to ensure safety in frontal collision. The rear-facing child seat can be installed on the passenger seat. In the event of a side impact, the head and chest airbag installed on the backrest of the front seat will be opened, which can protect the head to the rib area.
In the test activity held by German magazine AutoBild (No.17, 2004), Audi TT ranked among the top five sports cars from four countries with its excellent sports performance and king-like design style, and won high praise from the judges. This is a high reward for TT.
Afterwards, the editor-in-chief of the magazine concluded: "Audi TT's v6 engine is definitely the most dazzling star. Strong power, strong acceleration and excellent speed performance. All this gives Audi TT the best road performance. " At the same time, he also spoke highly of the suspension system of Audi TT: "Its direct steering response is extremely sensitive. quattro？ Full-time four-wheel drive system has excellent grip performance, as if to drill into pavement asphalt. And the perfect performance of electronic stability program (esp) is also leading all the way. In addition, the design of Audi TT is very accurate, showing extraordinary driving comfort. The entire test was completed seamlessly, which dwarfed other models and made them sigh. "
Audi TT is a pretty good small sports car in general, and its advantages in all aspects have been favored by more and more people from all walks of life.
Audi TT- history
1995, Audi TT officially made its debut at IAA (International e Automobil-Ausstellung-International Motor Show), which is one of the top five auto shows in the world. This is also the first time people have seen this brand-new model. As soon as it appeared at the auto show, its informal design, breaking through the traditional style and the use of a large number of smooth lines attracted people's general attention. For German cars that have always been conservative, such changes are rare. What is exciting is that Audi's attempt is so correct, and the design of Audi TT has been widely recognized and praised. In the same year, Audi TTS appeared at Tokyo International Auto Show, which was a soft-top convertible coupe.
Although TT appeared as a concept car at two international auto shows in 1995, there are no technical obstacles that other concept cars can't reach. The good response from the outside world has accelerated the process of TT mass production. 1998, after people waited for nearly two years, Audi finally launched the production version of TT-Audi TTCoupe. There is little difference between the production version and the concept car that appeared in 1995. The most obvious change is to replace the slightly bloated rear part of the original concept car with a narrower C-pillar and a wider rear corner window.
TT is equipped with Volkswagen Group's 1.8T 20V engine, which is divided into two versions: low supercharge and high supercharge. The horsepower output is 180 and 225 respectively. Highly supercharged models are available, and Quattro has full-time four-wheel drive. Audi TT won the title of German Sports Car of the Year 1999 in less than a year, thus ending the 23-year monopoly of Porsche models in this position. Subsequently, Audi made persistent efforts to launch TTRoadster version in the third quarter of 1999, which is a convertible model based on TTS concept car. The appearance of TTRoadster further enriched TT cars.
Audi TT- test drive
The first impression is that the shape of the new TT is bigger than the old one. It turned out to be 14 cm long and 8 cm wide. In addition, it adopts the unified symbolic element of Audi today, which is what we often call "big mouth". The front face shape is obviously more aggressive than the old one. The roof still adopts the original dome design, and the increase of 6 mm is almost imperceptible. The rear of the car extends farther back. This change makes the whole vehicle look more harmonious and mature in overall appearance. The seat of the new TT is set lower than the old one, and with strong side supports, I feel that I am firmly wrapped. The three-spoke sports steering wheel wrapped in Napa leather feels excellent, and the flat design of the lower part makes me seem to be integrated with the Le Mans sports car. In fact, this design not only embodies the sense of movement, but also has the practical function of facilitating drivers' access.
The design of the center console is basically a tribute to tradition. The classic round theme of Audi TT is fully reflected in the interior: the vents and instrument panels are round. In addition to the vehicle speed and engine speed, the two recessed dashboards continue the typical Audi features, and the black background with red pointer, short shift lever handle and oversized air conditioning knob are also the traditional inheritance of Audi TT. Of course, there are also many innovations: the existing three air outlets have replaced the original two; A large area digital driver information display screen appears between speedometer and engine tachometer. The entire center console is also more biased towards the driver.
Gently stepping on the accelerator, this Audi TT responded quickly and jumped forward. The shift is smooth and there is no feeling of being raw. Even at the speed above 4000, the engine sound is still restrained. The firmness of the chassis is impressive, which has been substantially improved compared with the old TT, which should be closely related to the change of the rear suspension from torsion bar spring type to four-bar type. At the same time, the role of magnetic damping system is more decisive. The first test drive was from the airport to ZellamSee, mostly at high speed. Austrian traffic police are very strict about speeding, so Audi's working cars always keep the speed at the forefront, and we rarely have the chance to exceed 140 km/h, which makes my 2.0TFSI not much different from other 3.2quattro, even more agile than those guys with large displacement in some sections. When the speed exceeds 120 km/h, the spoiler rises gracefully and slowly, which brings a little surprise to the boring journey.
The new Audi TT has also added many daily practical functions, setting a new standard for sports cars. This includes the storage net bag in the luggage compartment, as well as the storage box and storage net bag under the front seat. The cup holder and storage box on the central aisle are standard, while the storage box on the door can hold water bottles up to 0.7 liters. The glove box is also divided into an independent space for glasses. The floor of the luggage compartment is flush with the outer edge, there are binding points for fixing items, and even there are storage spaces on the decorative plates on both sides. It is convenient to fold the backrest symmetrically from the car or luggage compartment, so that the luggage compartment of 290 liters can reach the volume of 700 liters, and the space of 1.7 meters is enough to place two golf bags and auxiliary tools, or to carry a large suitcase or bag.
The route of the second test drive is in stark contrast to the rectangle specified before. In the valley near Lake Zell, the 70km mountain road descends from the altitude of 1500m, and there are many bends. There is no doubt that this section is the place where the performance of Audi TT can be brought into full play. This time I chose the 3.2quattro with full-time four-wheel drive. Compared with the previous 2.0TFSI, the 3.2quattro engine has abundant output and light sound. In addition, the body of Audi TT is made of aluminum alloy and high-strength steel, which is 80 kg lighter than the old TT. Therefore, the description of dynamic performance can be simply described as "big horse-drawn car". The 3.2quattro is equipped with S-tronic powershift. In manual mode, you can shift gears through the paddle on the steering wheel, and everything will be completed in 0.2 seconds. You don't have to spare your right hand to look after the shift, so it's easy to control. The tire grip is very solid, and the 3.2quattro even adopted a wide tire of 245. The performance of magnetic damping system on 3.2quattro is commendable. When choosing the sports mode, I feel a little stiff. After switching to the normal setting, people almost think they are in an RV. Needless to say, the steering is accurate, and the performance of the brake system is better. All four wheels use disc brakes, and once the pedal is pressed, the brake servo will start immediately. If there is another accident, ESP will intervene in due course. Therefore, even in such a complex terrain, Audi TT can still cope with it, and there are even some unfinished businesses.
Audi TT
When driving at high speed, the steering wheel is too flexible, which affects the stability of the car body, especially when the car with 18 inch tires gallops on the road, the driver may overcorrect and cause tension. This is not because the steering gear is not accurate enough, but because it is too direct and sensitive. Audi TT is passionate about corners. The engine pushes the front wheels, but only when it is necessary to fully mobilize 200 horsepower in a very narrow corner will the driver feel the understeer characteristics of the front wheel drive, and then the traction control system will properly intervene to ensure that the direction will not be affected by the driving force.
Audi TT provides real feedback of road information. Suspension carefully reports road conditions, tire adhesion and wheel deviation at any time. Wheel deviation usually occurs in the front wheel, resulting in understeer, but due to the sharp change of wheel load in corners, oversteer may also occur. The electronic stability program will now bring the restless rear back to reason.
Audi's brand philosophy likes to make the suspension harder, because Audi does not allow people to have the slightest doubt about the power of the car. In Audi's eyes, the body shaking when turning is the worst criticism of Audi TT. Therefore, when Audi TT is driving slowly, passengers have already felt the vibration. Even if the dynamic driving control system is in normal mode, the suspension is still too hard. Only by gradually increasing the speed can the stability of the car body be improved. So the importance of dynamic driving control system is not great, because it can't really provide two different driving states. The reasonable situation should be that the system chooses between comfortable mode and sports mode, which can really bring comfortable ride.
The price of Audi TT has not increased compared with the previous generation, but the internal configuration is more luxurious. Although these still can't make the new car reach a high-profile level, Audi should always follow the principle of keeping quiet and paying attention to the inside, and experts are quietly enjoying it.
Audi TT- Entering China
Since the official appearance of Audi TT at the Beijing Auto Show in 2006, the prototype of Audi TT has arrived at the Beijing dealer at that time and accepted the reservation. It is understood that among Beijing 1 1 Audi authorized dealers, only three are allowed to sell Audi TT in the first batch, and the full liberalization of sales rights will wait until at least next year. Average lead time of Audi TT.
It will take three to five months, and the fastest batch of cars will arrive in Beijing around July. The new Audi TT sold in China will have 2.0T and 3.2L displacement, and the price will be 509,000 yuan and 645,000 yuan respectively. Customers can choose to install electronic shock absorption system, BOSS stereo and adaptive headlights, and the maximum selling price will be 586,000 yuan and 680,000 yuan respectively.
Audi officially confided that it will gradually liberalize its sales rights and select the first batch of dealers with strong strength and good sales conditions, but manufacturers will also assess other dealers and gradually liberalize them to all dealers. It is expected that all Audi dealers will be able to sell Audi TT next year. Previously, there were only five Audi Q7 dealers in Beijing, but all Audi dealers in Beijing could sell them.
At this point, the sales network of Audi TT has covered the whole country, and Audi 4S sales centers in large and medium-sized cities all over the country can order Audi TT.
Edit this paragraph back to the catalogue Audi TT- Power Performance Audi TT provides two options for transverse gasoline engines, one is a four-cylinder turbocharged engine, and the other is a naturally aspirated V6 engine. The 2.0-liter TFSI engine provides the maximum power output of 200 HP and 280 Nm, and the 3.2-liter V6 engine provides the maximum power output of 250 HP and 320 Nm. It is worth mentioning that the first 6MT front-wheel model with engine is 2.0TSFI, with a wide range of peak torque output speed, covering 1800-500rpm. In the middle and low speed stage, its power output is quite rapid, with an acceleration time of only 6.4 seconds per 100 kilometers and a top speed of 240 km/h. Compared with the 3.2quattro model we later tested (with an acceleration time of 5.7 seconds per 100 kilometers and a top speed of 250km/h), except for the theoretical high speed range, the power reserve of the former is slightly lacking, and the Austrian high speed with strict speed limit does not make us feel that there is much difference between the two.
Audi TT engine
2.0TFSI combines turbocharger and FSI gasoline direct injection technology. The fuel utilization efficiency of direct injection (FSI) engine is higher than that of the traditional indirect intake manifold injection engine, so its fuel consumption rate is lower when it is often in part load condition. Unfortunately, the quattro technology that Audi has been proud of has not been assembled on the 2.0 model. The highlight of Audi TT in power is a new type of transmission-Stronic, which combines all the advantages of automatic transmission and manual transmission. Thanks to the dual clutch technology, this transmission can switch six gears in 0.2 seconds without cutting off the power output. For the power transmission of 250 horsepower, Stronic makes you feel no pause and lag, which makes people respect.
Stronic transmissions are essentially two three-speed transmissions. For example, when the Audi TT is driving in 3rd gear, the second clutch is disengaged. When the control computer of the transmission judges that the driver is accelerating and will shift to the fourth gear, it will shift into gear in advance. Once the driver pushes the shift lever to generate a shift command, the first clutch will be disengaged and the second clutch will be engaged quickly. This process only takes a few hundredths of a second, and there is no sign that the power output is cut off at all. The shift process is very smooth.
Edit this paragraph back to the catalogue Audi TT- Features The new Audi TT has a length of 465,438+078 mm, an increase of 65,438+037 mm over the previous generation, and a width of 78 mm, reaching 65,438+0,842 mm. However, in height, the new Audi TT is almost the same as the previous generation. Although it is "huge", it is obvious in weight. The new ASF space frame structure composed of aluminum and steel materials also plays a positive role in improving automobile sports performance: compared with the previous generation, the new TT has reduced its weight by 50 kg due to the addition of aluminum parts. We think TT is very eye-catching no matter what color it is, but I especially like this one tested today, with blue mood and extraordinary texture.
Regarding the seat of Audi TT, it still adopts 2+2 design, which is different from pure two-seat models such as BMW Z4 and Porsche. Although it is a 2+2 design, the conclusion drawn from the reality is that the cortex in the back row is more suitable for carrying handbags or pets. Even a petite person can't stretch his feet and head, let alone feel comfortable. And it is relatively inconvenient to get in and out of the back row of Audi TT. From a certain point of view, 2+2 seats are of little significance to people. Of course, 2+2 also has advantages that other sports cars can't achieve. The rear exhaust is flat, and the luggage space can be expanded from 290 liters to 700 liters. If you are alone, Audi TT will run farther with more equipment.
While emphasizing the sense of movement, Audi TT emphasizes the leading position of science and technology. In the endless introduction of Audi technical engineers, two technologies impressed me deeply. One is the magnetic shock absorber, which successfully solves the long-standing contradiction between comfort and driving dynamics on the premise of avoiding any other compromises. As a continuous adaptive system, it can adjust the damping characteristics in a few milliseconds to adapt to the road conditions and the driver's shift habits.
This kind of shock absorber is not ordinary oil, but a special liquid called electromagnetic liquid. Once the control unit sends out a pulse signal, a voltage will be generated in the coil, thus forming a magnetic field and changing the arrangement of particles in the electromagnetic liquid. These particles will be arranged in the direction perpendicular to the oil flow, thus preventing the oil from flowing in the piston channel, thus changing the damping characteristics. Compared with the traditional shock absorber, the change of damping characteristics of Audi magnetic shock absorber can be completed in a few milliseconds.
Audi TT is an ASF frame body made of steel and aluminum, and ASF is believed to be familiar to everyone. At present, Audi A8 in domestic market generally adopts all-aluminum ASF frame body. Unlike Audi TT, Audi TT adopts ASF technology and is made of aluminum alloy and high-strength steel. The mass of aluminum alloy accounts for 69% of the vehicle weight. Steel parts are mainly installed on the back of the floor. The door and trunk lid are also made of steel. These measures ensure that the ground load can be evenly distributed on the car body, thus greatly improving the handling performance of the vehicle. At the same time, due to the use of this technology, the empty weight of Audi TT 2.0 TFSI is only 1260 kg, and thanks to the reduction of body weight, the minimum fuel consumption of Audi TT can be as low as 6.0L (suburb 100km).
Audi TT- interior
Audi has a good reputation for craftsmanship, but today, when we put domestic A4 and Audi TT together, we still feel obvious differences, mainly in the sideline seams and materials. It is no exaggeration to think that almost no defects can be found. Audi TT interior is made of silver metal and dark leather, creating a typical sports car atmosphere. Before turning the key, we already knew that the connotation was not simple. The seat of Audi TT is as hard as other Audi models, and it has a different texture from Japanese high-end models. Some people may stubbornly think why Audi TT didn't notice this detail, but from the point of view we know, hard leather can improve good support during long-term driving. Compared with other models, the fatigue of driving Audi's waist comes later.
Here we would like to mention in particular: MRC electromagnetic vibration reduction system. "MRC electromagnetic vibration reduction system" is a suspension system which uses magnetic fluid to control the damping force of damper. Delphi, an accessory supplier, improved the system and applied it to Audi's new sports car. In Audi's electromagnetic vibration reduction system, tiny magnetic particles circulate in the oil circuit of the shock absorber. After a certain voltage is applied, they can change the damping characteristics within a few milliseconds. According to the specific driving conditions and drivers' preferences, this adaptive system can provide a comprehensive sports experience while satisfying driving comfort.
The white and red dashboard in fighter style is very similar to the new A6L in China. The three-spoke sports steering wheel with a diameter of only 36.5 cm feels good, and the bottom of the steering wheel edge is flattened and wrapped in high-grade Napa leather. Just like the configuration of Audi RS4 and Le Mans quattro, this design not only reflects the mobility of the vehicle, but also facilitates the driver's access.
Electroplated aluminum alloy appearance of air outlet frame of air conditioner. Other components, such as gear lever, door handle, air conditioner and audio system control panel, adopt similar polished aluminum alloy style; The panels of pedals and footstools can be made of stainless steel, and the panels of center console and glove box can be made of aluminum alloy. High-quality loop carpet replaces the velvet carpet commonly used in this class of cars, and the door frame inside the door can also be made of aluminum alloy. The sheath of the shift lever is made of leather. 3.2 quattro handbrake lever, armrest on the central passage and door handle are also embedded in leather.
The racing seat is well wrapped and the lumbar support is in place. Interestingly, the model of the manual adjustment seat actually appeared on the low version of 2.0. Germans' positioning of sports cars seems to be more civilian than domestic cars. As one of the few 2+2 sports cars, Audi TT keeps two rear seats, which are small but better than nothing. If you think the utilization rate of the small seats in the back row is not high, then fold it up and the luggage volume can be expanded from 290 liters to 700 liters.
Audi TT- appearance
Audi TT has added more fashion elements while unswervingly retaining the traditional style. The radiator grille that runs through from top to bottom retains Audi's new family feature, that is, the big mouth style. Coupled with sharp headlights and dynamic bumpers, the entire front face is extremely aggressive. Compared with the previous generation, the redesigned roof is farther from the tail and the tail extends backwards. Under the roof, the car body occupying 2/3 height is compact, balanced and powerful. The concave and convex lines make the body full of movement and tension, just like an athlete preparing to start. Arc-mounted handlebars and large-size exterior rearview mirrors with LED turn signals make the design of the car body more complete.
Audi TT has a length of 4 178mm, a width of 1842mm and a height of 1352mm, which are respectively increased by 137mm, 78mm and 6mm compared with the previous generation, and the wheelbase has reached 2468mm. Most of the benefits brought by the increase in size are passed on to the increase in internal space. A tall man of one meter eight came in. Although the windward area of Audi TT increased from 1.99 m2 to 2.08 m2 due to the increase of body size, the drag coefficient decreased from 0.34 to 0.30.
From the appearance, the new TT also continues the big mouth style of the Audi family. Compared with the old headlight design, the new TT reveals its fierce style through a pair of eagle-eye headlights. In terms of body, the new Audi TT still continues its sleek style and is more textured. Around Audi TT, the author suddenly remembered that some time ago, I tested a full range of Porsche models at Zhuhai Circuit. Audi TT is somewhat similar to Porsche 9 1 1 series in overall style, especially in the side and tail design, which is streamlined. In fact, it is not surprising to have such a view. Volkswagen, Audi and Porsche are in the same strain. Porsche's existing Cayenne models get a lot of inspiration from Volkswagen Touareg, which is complementary.