A Closer Look at the 2016 ABT Audi TTS Coupe
The recent introduction of the 2016 ABT Audi TTS Coupe saw an array of boosted features, giving auto enthusiasts a new model to turn their eyes towards. Though the basic Audi TTS’s 310 hp/ 228 kW was already impressive, ABT has dialed the power quotient up, offering a substantial performance upgrade. However, with increased power and capabilities, does this model live up to the expectations that come with the ABT and Audi names?
Performance Upgrades and Power Boost
The 2016 ABT Audi TTS Coupe has undergone a power makeover, with ABT amplifying the model's performance capacity from the standard 310 hp/ 228 kW to a roaring 370 HP/ 272 kW and even 400 HP/ 294 kW. The torque also sees a substantial lift, with the maximum limit raised from 380 to a gripping 480 Nm. This performance injection appears to be ABT's answer to the need for speed, and it seems they've ensured balance by incorporating a 6-piston sport-type braking system for the front axle. An interesting choice, and it remains to be seen how well this power-brake equation performs on the road.
Aesthetics and Aerodynamics
The ABT Audi TTS Coupe has not only been fine-tuned under the hood, but its aesthetics have also been redesigned to complement its revved up power. Notably, the model boasts ABT sport-type sway bars and an option for 24 or 30 mm wheel spacers, adding to the dynamism of its visual appeal. The unique choice of car wraps further enhances its visual charm. However, it's the redesigned front skirt with an offset spoiler lip, and the specially designed mirror caps that complete the front and give this model an edgier look, a clear departure from its predecessors.
Exhaust and Wheel Choices
ABT has redefined the car’s rear, with a fixed spoiler and a skirt insert with an offset center, accentuated by the ABT muffler system with its four black-chrome-plated tailpipes. An available Y-pipe with a sport-type catalytic converter and ECE approval underlines the model’s sporty appeal. Keeping the car connected with the road are the new ABT FR alloy wheels, or the alternative DR, ER-C, and CR wheels, paired with Continental sports tires. It seems a thoughtful selection of components aimed at maximizing both aesthetics and performance.
Riding Into The Horizon
The 2016 ABT Audi TTS Coupe certainly delivers a new take on an already admired model, thanks to ABT's performance and aesthetic alterations. While the increased power and torque are indeed intriguing, it’s the balance of performance and visual appeal that sets this model apart. The question now is how these impressive specifications translate into real-world driving experience, and if the Coupe manages to meet the high expectations set by the enhanced features. Only time will tell if ABT's modifications have hit the mark or overshot it.
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2016 ABT Audi TTS Coupe
