Car of the Year for 2005: The Audi TT Quattro
The restyled TT Quattro Base is equipped with a Volkswagen 1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine that utilizes a total of 20 valves. The engine is paired with a Volkswagen 6-speed transaxle. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Audi.
The TT Quattro uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.
Vehicle Statistics
The TT Quattro is 159.10 inches long, 73.10 inches wide, and 53.00 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 95.60 inches. It is able to seat 4 comfortably.
The standard warranty period for the TT Quattro is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. The warranty also includes a warranty on the drivetrain for 48 months or 50,000 miles respectively. This is standard in the coupe market. Extended warranties are also available through the dealer.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $33,500 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $30,910. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Coupe.
Fuel Efficiency
The fuel system for the 2005 TT Quattro is a traditional Bosch Motronic SFI, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 16.30 gallons.
The 2005 TT Quattro gets 29 miles/gallon on the highway and only 21 in the city. This is exceptional for a coupe car.
Conclusion
There are several reasons why the Audi TT Quattro Base sold well in 2005. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Audi, specifically a TT Quattro.
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