Specifications by model year
Compare the stats that matter
Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.
Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Body style | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type | Engine code | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower | Torque | Engine configuration | engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | coupe | 5 | 2.5 | Premium | — | Automatic | AWD/All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — | Cylinders: 5, Displacement: 2.5, Fuel type: Premium |
| 2021 | coupe | 5 | 2.5 | Premium | — | Automatic | AWD/All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — | Cylinders: 5, Displacement: 2.5, Fuel type: Premium |
| 2020 | coupe | 5 | 2.5 | Premium | — | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — | Cylinders: 5, Displacement: 2.5, Fuel type: Premium |
| 2019 | coupe | 5 | 2.5 | Premium | — | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — | Cylinders: 5, Displacement: 2.5, Fuel type: Premium |
| 2018 | coupe | 5 | 2.5 | Premium | TFSO | Automatic | AWD/All-Wheel Drive | 400 hp | 354 lb-ft | In-Line | Cylinders: 5, Displacement: 2.5, Fuel type: Premium, Horsepower: 400 hp, Torque: 354 lb-ft, Engine configuration: In-Line |
| 2014 | coupe | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | coupe | 5 | 2.5 | Premium | — | Manual 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — | Cylinders: 5, Displacement: 2.5, Fuel type: Premium |
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | msrp | pricing | Note | currency | Base MSRP | MSRP range | Confidence | notes | Source | estimatedAt | Base price | Series | Trim |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | — | Note: HD Radio, Bluetooth, Satellite Radio, Auxiliary Audio Input, MP3 Player | HD Radio, Bluetooth, Satellite Radio, Auxiliary Audio Input, MP3 Player | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2020 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2019 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2018 | currency: USD, Base MSRP: $64,900, MSRP range: $64,900 to $65,875, Confidence: 0.95, notes: MSRP includes destination charges., Source: AI-generated estimate; not a verified quote, estimatedAt: 6/2/2026 | Base price: $64,900, Series: Coupe, Trim: quattro, Note: Entertainment System: MMI AM/FM/SAT w/1 CD Player -inc: Audi music interface w/2 USB ports, 1 auxiliary input jack, Bluetooth wireless technology preparation for compatible mobile devices (w/streaming audio), MP3 reading capability, 2 SD card slots, presets, phase diversity for improved AM/FM reception, RDS (Radio Data System) displays radio station call letters and other information and GALA (Graduated Audio Level Adjustment) which varies volume based on vehicle speed, theft deterrent design, | Entertainment System: MMI AM/FM/SAT w/1 CD Player -inc: Audi music interface w/2 USB ports, 1 auxiliary input jack, Bluetooth wireless technology preparation for compatible mobile devices (w/streaming audio), MP3 reading capability, 2 SD card slots, presets, phase diversity for improved AM/FM reception, RDS (Radio Data System) displays radio station call letters and other information and GALA (Graduated Audio Level Adjustment) which varies volume based on vehicle speed, theft deterrent design, | USD | $64,900 | $64,900 to $65,875 | 0.95 | MSRP includes destination charges. | AI-generated estimate; not a verified quote | 6/2/2026 | $64,900 | Coupe | quattro |
| 2014 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Cargo (L) | Cargo (cu ft) | Keyless ignition | Seat rows | GVWR | Axles | Wheels | Wheelbase | bodyAndInterior | Steering location | Entertainment system | Turbo | Brakes | Front wheel | Rear wheel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 2 | — | — | — | Standard | 1 | Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) | Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | — | — | — | — | Standard | — | Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) | Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) | 2 | 4 | 98.6 | Keyless ignition: Standard | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2020 | — | — | — | — | — | — | Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) | Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2019 | — | — | — | — | — | — | Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) | Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2018 | 4 | 2 | 340 | 12 | Standard | 1 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | 4 | 98.6 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Entertainment system: CD + Stereo, Seat rows: 1 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | CD + Stereo | Yes | Calipers / Front and Rear Vented Discs | 19 | 19 |
| 2014 | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) | Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) | Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | nhtsaSafetyRatings | abs | esc | tractionControl | tpms | forwardCollisionWarning | blindSpotMonitoring | rearCamera | parkAssist | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem | Rated vehicle | autoBrake |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — |
| 2021 | Rated vehicle: 2021 Audi TT RS 2 DR AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | 2021 Audi TT RS 2 DR AWD | — |
| 2020 | Rated vehicle: 2020 Audi TT RS 2 DR AWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2020 Audi TT RS 2 DR AWD | — |
| 2019 | — | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2018 | — | standard | standard | standard | — | — | optional | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard |
| 2014 | — | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | Rated vehicle: 2013 Audi TT Rs 2 DR AWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2013 Audi TT Rs 2 DR AWD | — |
Technology & electrification
Listed infotainment, equipment, battery, and charging data. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Model year reports
2022
NewestThe 2022 Audi TT RS offers thrilling performance and sharp handling, but its 'Below Average' reliability verdict warrants careful inspection.
2021
The 2021 Audi TT RS offers exhilarating performance, but used buyers should approach with caution due to a high TSB count.
2020
The 2020 Audi TT RS offers potent performance and sharp handling, but a high TSB count suggests potential for minor issues.
2019
The 2019 Audi TT RS offers exhilarating performance and sharp handling, but its reliability is rated average.
2018
The 2018 Audi TT RS offers exhilarating performance and sharp handling, but its average reliability rating and high TSB count suggest potential for minor issues.
2014
The 2014 Audi TT RS offers potent performance but demands a discerning buyer.
2013
The 2013 Audi TT RS is a performance car with a below-average reliability verdict, largely due to a high volume of Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) suggesting potential for minor issues.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Audi TT RS?
Carfocal currently has 7 published TT RS reports, covering 2013 through 2022. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2022 Audi TT RS offers thrilling performance and sharp handling, but its 'Below Average' reliability verdict warrants careful inspection.
Published year coverage: 2013, 2014, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022.
Is the Audi TT RS reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Audi TT RS. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2022 audi tt rs offers thrilling performance and sharp handling, but its 'below average' reliability verdict warrants careful inspection. and the 2022 audi tt rs can offer significant performance value on the used market, but its 'below average' reliability verdict requires careful consideration. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
7 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Audi TT RS?
Across Carfocal's published TT RS guides, recurring problem areas include Powertrain Control Module (PCM), Infotainment System, and Cooling System Hoses/Seals. The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.
Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: Powertrain Control Module (PCM), Infotainment System, and Cooling System Hoses/Seals.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 7
- Years tracked
- 7
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints