2002 Audi TT Coupe 1.8T FWD
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- Photo: Audi TT coupe VT Rte 15 Wolcott VT October 2016 by Artaxerxes, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2005 Audi TT 1.8 by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Audi TT registered May 2005 1781cc by Charles01, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2005 Audi TT Rear 1.8 by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Audi TT 1 (13558481105) by Robert Basic from Germany, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2002 Audi TT Coupe 1.8T FWD is a 180-hp 1.8-liter turbocharged inline-4 coupe with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $31,845 MSRP and is rated at 23 mpg combined.
It makes 180 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 173 lb-ft of torque at 4700 rpm, spinning to a 6,500 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 20 mpg city and 29 mpg highway (23 mpg combined).
The TT Coupe measures 159.1 inches long on a 95.4-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,921 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Coupe |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $31,845 ($57,530 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.8L turbocharged I4 (1.8T) |
| Displacement | 1.8 L |
| Horsepower | 180 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 173 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm |
| Redline | 6,500 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 20-valve, turbocharged, variable intake valve timing |
| Bore and Stroke | 81.0 x 86.4 |
| Compression Ratio | 9.0-9.5:1 |
| Injection Type | Sequential multi-port fuel injection (SMPI) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| 1st Gear | 3.3 (37 mph **) |
| 2nd Gear | 1.94 (63 mph **) |
| 3rd Gear | 1.31 (93 mph **) |
| 4th Gear | 1.03 (119 mph **) |
| 5th Gear | 0.84 (145 mph **) |
| Reverse | 3.06 |
| Final Drive | 3.94 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 20 MPG |
| Highway | 29 MPG |
| Combined | 23 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium (91 octane) |
| Tank Capacity | 14.5 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion-beam axle |
| Turning Diameter | 34.2 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 12.3 in |
| Rear Brake Disc | 9.1 in |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 16 x 7.0 |
| Wheels Rear | 16 x 7.0 |
| Tires Front | P205/55WR16 |
| Tires Rear | P205/55WR16 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 159.1 in |
| Width | 69.4 in |
| Height | 53 in |
| Wheelbase | 95.4 in |
| Front Track | 60 in |
| Rear Track | 59.6 in |
| Ground Clearance | 4.4 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.8 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 2,921 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 37.8 in |
| Headroom Rear | 32.6 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.2 in |
| Legroom Rear | 20.2 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 55.6 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 48.1 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Tested, but no star ratings were published (2002 Audi TT Coupe 2-DR. w/SAB).
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2002 Audi TT. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Mar 7, 2014 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
The Gates Corporation (Gates) is recalling certain aftermarket Tru-Flow Water Pumps, part number TFW 41127, sold at certain NAPA Auto Parts and/or installed by automotive service technicians after November 1, 2013 (and manufactured August 2013 through October 2013) that have a black-colored pulley/sprocket or do not have 'US9377' stamped on the water pump housing. These service replacement parts were sold for use in model year 1999-2005 Audi A4, 2000-2006 Audi TT, 1998-2005 Volkswagen Beetle, 1999-2006 Golf, 1999-2008 and 2011-2013 Volkswagen Jetta, and 2000-2005 Volkswagen Passat. In the affected water pumps, the pulley or sprocket that turns the timing belt may develop microfractures causing the timing belt to fail.
Consequence: A failure of the timing belt may cause the engine to shut down, potentially increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Gates will notify owners, and dealers will replace the water pump, free of charge. The recall began during May 2014. Owners may contact The Gates Corporation at 1-303-744-1911.
NHTSA campaign 14E007000
Mar 29, 2007 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
CERTAIN CARDONE MASTER CYLINDERS WITH PART NUMBERS 10-2925, 10-2987, 10-2987MZA, 10-3083, 11-3015, 11-3042, 11-3044, 11-3045, 11-3047, 11-3064, AND 11-3156, AND WITH DATE CODES LOWER THAN DCA7078 SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE SEAL ON MASTER CYLINDER CAN FAIL AND LEAK BRAKE FLUID.
Consequence: LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID CAN RESULT IN POOR BRAKING PERFORMANCE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: CARDONE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE ANY DEFECTIVE MASTER CYLINDERS. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING APRIL 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT CARDONE AT 1-800-777-4780.
NHTSA campaign 07E023000
38 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2002 Audi TT
Owner Complaints
38 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2002 Audi TT (1 mention a crash). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Electrical System | 18 |
| Power Train | 5 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 4 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 |
| Structure | 3 |
| Visibility | 3 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2002 AUDI TT. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.