2023 Audi TT Review

When the first Audi TT made its U.S. debut in 2000, it received rave reviews for its groundbreaking Bauhaus-inspired design and peppy performance. In some ways, it was a more distinguished alternative to the cute and mechanically related VW Beetle revival. More than two decades later, the TT has gotten away from its styling roots but maintains its fun-to-drive nature.

The current third-generation 2023 Audi TT is showing its age, though, as it was last redesigned in 2016. With the public's waning interest in small and sporty coupes, it seems likely that 2023 will mark the end of the TT line, at least in its internal combustion form. That means if you've ever wanted one of these fun little coupes or convertibles, you should act sooner rather than later.

As much as we like the Audi TT, there are some alternatives worth considering. The BMW 2 Series is coming off a fresh redesign for 2022 and it's our current class favorite with stronger performance and a more affordable price. There's also the BMW-built Toyota GR Supra that is more athletic but less practical. Even within Audi's own stable, the A3 and S3 are wildly entertaining and more up-to-date when it comes to technology.

The 2023 Audi TT is a small sports car available as either a four-seat coupe or a two-seat convertible (called the Roadster). Regardless of body style, the TT is sold in a single well-equipped trim level. The only powertrain is a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 228 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. A seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and Audi's Quattro all-wheel-drive system are both standard. If the TT's power output doesn't rev your engine, you should check out the 288-hp TTS.