Audi RS 3 vs. Audi TT
When we compare the Audi RS 3's and the Audi TT's specifications and ratings, the Audi RS 3 has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The Audi TT has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency and resale value. Based on this comparison of the Audi RS 3's and the Audi TT's specifications and ratings, the Audi TT is a better car than the Audi RS 3.
Audi RS 3 vs. Audi TT Pricing
For a new model, the Audi RS 3's price is between $64,540 and $70,841, with the Audi TT priced between $53,758 and $56,373.
Audi RS 3 vs. Audi TT Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi RS 3 loses 47 percent of its value and the Audi TT loses 40.9 percent of its value. This means the Audi TT retains 6.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi RS 3.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi RS 3’s base engine makes 401 horsepower, and the Audi TT base engine makes 228 horsepower. The RS 3 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 421 miles. The TT is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 435 miles. This gives the Audi TT the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Audi RS 3. The RS 3 uses premium unleaded, and the TT uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Audi RS 3, a subcompact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Audi TT, a sports car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room cargo space.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
64540 - 70841
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.469965
Pricing
New Asking Price:
53758 - 56373
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.408925
Audi RS 3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi TT Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.911517 / 10
Reliability:
8.823033 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi RS 3 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
4 out of / 6Ranking
4 out of / 5Ranking
5 out of / 36Ranking
5 out of / 6Ranking
9 out of / 36Ranking
27 out of / 31Ranking
33 out of / 36Ranking
34 out of / 36Audi TT Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 30Ranking
3 out of / 40Ranking
3 out of / 33Ranking
3 out of / 25Ranking
3 out of / 19Ranking
3 out of / 19Ranking
4 out of / 40Ranking
4 out of / 23Ranking
5 out of / 19Ranking
8 out of / 26Ranking
9 out of / 25Ranking
14 out of / 25Ranking
17 out of / 40Ranking
17 out of / 33Ranking
17 out of / 25Ranking
22 out of / 40Ranking
24 out of / 33Ranking
24 out of / 33Ranking
24 out of / 25Ranking
25 out of / 40Ranking
33 out of / 33Ranking
40 out of / 40Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Audi RS 3 Trim Levels
2.5T quattro
Audi TT Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
401 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.110 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
228 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 4100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
5
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 29 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
276 / 421 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 30 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
334 / 435 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53 inches
Cargo Space:
8.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
87.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
33.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
28.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
47.9 inches
Cargo Space:
12 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
73.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3638 lbs
Width:
78.1 inches
Height:
55.6 inches
Length:
178.8 inches
Wheelbase:
103.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3197 lbs
Width:
77.4 inches
Height:
53.3 inches
Length:
165 inches
Wheelbase:
98.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
265/30R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/40R18