Audi TT Roadster
13 model years from 2005 to 2018, compared on size, efficiency, safety and reliability.
- Model years
- 2005–2018
- Class
- Two Seaters
- Latest engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Best MPG
- 21–26 combined, by year
- Latest rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 3 campaigns, all years
- Most complaints
- 2016 (3)
- Fewest problems
- 2015
The 2018 TT Roadster in brief
The 2018 Audi TT Roadster is a two seaters offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 165 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 99-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,373 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 26 MPG combined (23 city / 30 highway), 33% better than the 2018 two seaters average of 19.6 MPG, for an estimated $2,600 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the service brakes.
The Audi TT Roadster has 13 model years in our data, from 2005 to 2018.
Its most efficient year was 2018 at 26 MPG combined; across all years the best version ranged from 21 to 26 MPG.
Owners most often report problems with the service brakes (2), air bags (2), electrical system (2).
Buying used? 2015 has the fewest problems in our data, and 2016 is the year to avoid.
2017 has the most recalls (2); all years together count 3 campaigns and 7 owner complaints.
How the 2005 TT Roadster compares
The 2005 Audi TT Roadster is a two seaters offered with 2 engines (1.8L 4-cyl turbo and 3.2L 6-cyl) and front-wheel drive and 4-wheel or all-wheel drive.
It measures about 161 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 95-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,384 lb (1.8t 2dr Convertible FWD).
2018 TT Roadster pros & cons
Full 2018 details →What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 26 MPG combined — 33% better than the average 2018 two seaters (19.6 MPG).
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Best and worst years to buy used
2015 TT Roadster
0 owner complaints · 0 recalls
Year to avoid2016 TT Roadster
3 owner complaints · 2 recalls
Most reported: Air Bags
NHTSA recalls and complaints for 4 model years since 2015; use it alongside a pre-purchase inspection. How we calculate this →
TT Roadster changes by model year
- 2016
- New body dimensions: 0.4 in shorter, wheelbase +1.6 in — most likely a redesign or new generation
- 2014
- Lightest version 209 lb heavier
- 2011
- Best combined MPG up from 24 to 26
- 2010
- Engine dropped: 3.2L 6-cyl
- Lightest version 165 lb heavier
- 2008
- New body dimensions: 4.0 in longer, wheelbase +1.6 in — most likely a redesign or new generation
- Engine added: 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Engine dropped: 1.8L 4-cyl turbo
- Best combined MPG up from 21 to 25
Years without a measurable change are left out.
Show all 13 model years side by side
| Year | Latest engines | Best MPG / range | Length | Weight | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 26 MPG | 164.6 in | 3,373 lb | Not rated | 1 | 2 |
| 2017 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 26 MPG | 164.6 in | 3,373 lb | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2016 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 26 MPG | 164.6 in | 3,373 lb | Not rated | 2 | 3 |
| 2015 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 26 MPG | 165 in | 3,340 lb | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 26 MPG | 165 in | 3,340 lb | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 26 MPG | 165 in | 3,131 lb | Not rated | 0 | 1 |
| 2012 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 26 MPG | 165 in | 3,131 lb | Not rated | 0 | 1 |
| 2011 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 26 MPG | 165 in | 3,131 lb | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 24 MPG | 165 in | 3,131 lb | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 3.2L 6-cyl | 25 MPG | 165.4 in | 2,965 lb | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 3.2L 6-cyl | 25 MPG | 165 in | 2,895 lb | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo, 3.2L 6-cyl | 21 MPG | 161 in | 3,472 lb | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo, 3.2L 6-cyl | 21 MPG | 161 in | 3,384 lb | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
Alternatives to the 2018 TT Roadster
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Porsche Boxster | 25 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2018 Porsche Cayman | 25 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2018 Alfa Romeo 4C | 28 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2018 Mercedes-Benz SLC-Class | 27 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Most common owner-reported problems
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikipedia, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Audi. How we calculate this →