“Go for it, great driving car, feels and looks great, people definitely look at the car as you drive by.”
2019 Audi TT: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2019 Audi TT gets a mild mid-cycle update rather than a full redesign. The headline change is standard Audi Phone Box wireless charging hardware across the TT, TTS, and TT RS lineup.
About the 2019 Audi TT
3rd generation (2016-2023), mid-cycle refresh year for TT and TTS; second U.S. model year for the returning TT RS.
Audi positions the TT as a design icon first and a small luxury sports car second: a compact coupe or roadster with a driver-focused cabin, distinctive styling, and everyday usability. What separates it from many rivals is the mix of standard all-wheel drive, a highly digital cockpit, and real daily-driver comfort. The TT family is for shoppers who want something more expressive than a typical luxury coupe without giving up secure traction or a polished interior.
The regular TT is the everyday-focused version, pairing standard AWD with a 228-hp engine, a 12.3-inch digital instrument display, and LED lighting. The 288-hp TTS adds stronger performance and an adaptive suspension, while the 394-hp TT RS tops the range with a turbocharged five-cylinder engine, RS sport seats, and more aggressive styling.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
The regular TT and TTS replace their six-speed dual-clutch automatic with a seven-speed unit. The regular TT is rated at 228 hp for 2019, compared with 220 hp for 2018.
Styling
The TT family receives a light exterior freshening. The TT RS gets the most noticeable front and rear revisions, and its alloy-wheel feature moves from standard to optional.
Tech
Audi Phone Box hardware becomes standard across the lineup, adding a wireless charging pad and built-in phone signal booster.
2019 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 |
| Transmission | Automatic, 7-Spd w/Dual-Clutch & S tronic | Automatic, 7-Spd w/Dual-Clutch & S tronic | Automatic, 7-Spd w/Dual-Clutch & S tronic |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 20 mpg | 23 mpg | 23 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 28 mpg | 29 mpg | 31 mpg |
| Horsepower | 400 hp | 288 hp | 228 hp |
| Torque | 354 lb-ft | 280 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 10.8 cu-ft | 12 cu-ft | 7.5–12 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 28.9 in | 28.9 in | 28.9 in |
| Seats | 4 | 4 | 2–4 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Alarm System | |||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||
| Rear View Camera | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Fog Lights | |||
| LED Headlights | |||
| Power Retractable Soft Top | |||
| Rear Spoiler | |||
| Bluetooth | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Premium Audio | |||
| Satellite Radio | |||
| Smartphone Interface | |||
| Aluminum Interior Trim | |||
| Folding Rear Seat | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||
| Remote Start | |||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2019 Audi TT?
The biggest change is standard Audi Phone Box hardware on every 2019 TT, TTS, and TT RS. It combines a wireless charging pad with a built-in phone signal booster.
Did the 2019 Audi TT get a new transmission?
Yes. The regular 2019 TT and the TTS move from a six-speed dual-clutch automatic to a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic. The TT RS also uses a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic.
Was the 2019 Audi TT fully redesigned?
No. The 2019 TT is a mild mid-cycle update within the third generation, not a full redesign. Its cabin layout and basic character remain largely unchanged.
Did the 2019 Audi TT RS change?
Yes. The 2019 TT RS receives revised front and rear styling plus standard Audi Phone Box wireless charging hardware. Its 394-hp turbocharged five-cylinder engine and seven-speed dual-clutch automatic continue.
How do the 2019 TT, TTS, and TT RS differ?
The regular 2019 TT is the everyday-focused 228-hp model, the 288-hp TTS adds stronger performance and an adaptive suspension, and the 394-hp TT RS is the most focused version with a turbocharged five-cylinder engine and RS-specific equipment. All three have AWD, a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic, and a 12.3-inch digital instrument display.
2019 Audi TT Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2019 Audi TT.
4.3
2019 Audi TT
(15 reviews)
“The Audi TTS is the most fun you can have in a car! It's fast, sexy & still good with gas mileage. It's super comfortable to drive, the soft leather seats hug your body. The only issue I have is the screen turning on & off when using CarPlay. It's very inconvenient & Audi has yet to correct it.”