DecodedCars2018 Audi TT RS
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2018 models.
- Class
- Subcompact Cars
- Engines
- 2.5L 5-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 22 combined · 19 city / 29 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 15 similar 2018 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2018 Audi TT RS is a subcompact car offered with a 2.5L 5-cyl turbo engine and all-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 22 MPG combined (19 city / 29 highway), 7% worse than the 2018 subcompact car average of 23.7 MPG, for an estimated $3,750 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the fuel/propulsion system.
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TT RS | 2.5L 5-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 19 / 29 / 22 | -7% | $3,750 | 395 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2018 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2018 Audi TT RS.
Similar 2018 subcompact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Audi TT RS (this car) | 22 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2018 Audi A5 | 27 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2018 BMW i3 | 35 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2018 BMW 2 Series | 28 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2018 BMW 4 Series | 27 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2018 Maserati GranTurismo | 16 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2018 Lexus LC | 30 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2018 Audi TT RS.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2018 Audi TT RS is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2018 Audi TT RS buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Fuel/Propulsion System — 1 owner reports. Smell for fuel around the car and in the cabin, check that it starts easily when warm, and look at the oil dipstick for a fuel smell or rising level.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2018 Audi TT RS. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other TT RS years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 TT RS | 23 | 165.4 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 TT RS | 23 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Audi. How we calculate this →