2013 Audi TT: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The main change for the 2013 Audi TT is the addition of Prestige trims for the regular TT and TTS. Otherwise, this is a quiet carryover year with the same engines, drivetrains, styling, and basic design as 2012.
About the 2013 Audi TT
2nd generation Audi TT (8J, U.S. 2008-2015); 2013 is a late-cycle, post-refresh year before the 2014 trim simplification and the later full redesign.
Audi markets the TT as a compact premium sports coupe or roadster that blends distinctive design with everyday usability. In this generation, its core appeal is standard all-wheel drive, a high-quality cabin, and a shape that feels more special than a typical small luxury car. Compared with rear-drive rivals, the TT leans more toward secure year-round traction, polished interior quality, and easy, fast real-world performance than raw track-day attitude.
The regular TT remains the more comfort-focused model, with a 211-hp turbo four-cylinder engine, a quick-shifting automatic transmission, and all-wheel drive. The TTS raises output to 265 hp and adds a sportier adaptive suspension, while the TT RS stands apart with a 360-hp turbo five-cylinder engine and a six-speed manual. The new Prestige trims give the TT and TTS a more fully equipped setup with navigation, Bose audio, heated seats, rear parking sensors, and upgraded leather.
What changed, by category
2013 Audi TT specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 5-Cyl, Turbo, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Manual, 6-Spd | Auto, 6-Spd w/S tronic | Auto, 6-Spd w/S tronic | Auto, 6-Spd w/S tronic | Auto, 6-Spd w/S tronic |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 18 mpg | 22 mpg | 22 mpg | 22 mpg | 22 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 25 mpg | 31 mpg | 31 mpg | 31 mpg | 31 mpg |
| Horsepower | 360 hp | 211 hp | 211 hp | 265 hp | 265 hp |
| Torque | 343 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 24.7 cu-ft | 24.7 cu-ft | 24.7 cu-ft | 24.7 cu-ft | 24.7 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 29.3 in | 29.3 in | 29.3 in | 29.2 in | 29.2 in |
| Seats | 4 | 2–4 | 2–4 | 2–4 | 2–4 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Adaptive Headlights | |||||
| Alarm System | |||||
| Rear Parking Sensors | |||||
| Alloy Wheels | |||||
| Fog Lights | |||||
| Power Retractable Soft Top | |||||
| Rear Spoiler | |||||
| Bluetooth | |||||
| Navigation System | |||||
| Premium Audio | |||||
| Satellite Radio | |||||
| Heated Front Seats | |||||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | |||||
| Leather Seats | |||||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2013 Audi TT compared with the 2012 model?
The main change is the addition of Prestige trims for the regular TT and TTS. The engines, drivetrains, styling, safety equipment, and basic vehicle design otherwise carry over from 2012.
Is the 2013 Audi TT a redesigned model?
No. The 2013 Audi TT is a late-cycle version of the second-generation model, not a redesign. It keeps the familiar exterior, cabin, chassis, and powertrains from 2012.
Did the 2013 Audi TT receive a new engine?
No. The regular TT keeps its 211-hp turbocharged four-cylinder engine, the TTS retains its 265-hp turbo four-cylinder, and the TT RS continues with a 360-hp turbo five-cylinder.
Which trims were added to the 2013 Audi TT lineup?
The Quattro Prestige and TTS Quattro Prestige trims were added for 2013. They build on their respective models with navigation, Bose audio, heated front seats, and rear parking sensors.
What distinguishes the 2013 Audi TT RS from the regular TT and TTS?
The 2013 TT RS is the most performance-focused version. It has a 360-hp turbocharged five-cylinder engine, a six-speed manual transmission, all-wheel drive, a lowered adaptive suspension, and a fixed rear wing.