Audi TT Unveils SUV Concept

Earlier this month, Audi teased us with an unexpected TT-based SUV concept. It is only a concept for now, but showcases what Audi could ...

Earlier this month, Audi teased us with an unexpected TT-based SUV concept. It is only a concept for now, but showcases what Audi could achieve with the TT.

"The off-road concept provides a glimpse of how we might imagine a new model in the future TT family," explained Audi's Technical Chief, Dr Ulrich Hackenberg.

Audi calls the hunk of yellow metal the TT “off-road concept”, but such a vehicle seems an unnecessary and even unusual addition to the TT line-up. Still, the German automaker believes that they should further develop the TT marque beyond coupes and convertibles.

The off-road concept is powered by a powerplant that consists of a 2-litre petrol-powered turbocharged V4 engine, a 40kW electric motor and a 85kW electric motor mounted on the rear axle, for a total output of 408hp. It also includes a lithium-ion battery which stores up to 12 kWh of energy and allows the vehicle to run for up to 50km in electric mode. A disc-shaped electric motor is combined with the six-speed e‑S Tronic dual-clutch transmission. This TT off-road concept can accelerate from stationary to 62mph in 5.2 seconds (less time than the TT-S Coupe requires), and can reach an electronically limited top speed of 155mph.