Is the Audi TT RS Roadster Worth the Money?

The new and updated 2019 Audi TT RS Roadster comes in with a big price tag, but offers an incredible amount of performance - so, is it worth the money? In my latest road test with Pendle Lease, let's take it out for a drive, go through all of the details, and find out what it's about!

Audi revamped the TT RS both in Coupe and Roadster form with a new look to the front end, a bump to 400hp from the 2.5l turbo 5-cyl engine, and some updated options to enhance the appearance. With a base price of £56,650 in the UK and easily over £60,000 when you fill it with options, it's certainly quite a hefty punch but brings with it some incredible performance, completing the 0-100km/h (62mph) sprint in just 3.9 seconds, and it's only 3.7s for the Coupe.

Following previous videos with Pendle Lease where I have driven the Mini Cooper S JCW, VW Golf R and GTI, Maserati Levante Diesel and VW Touareg; the latest is the Nardo Grey sports car to be put through its paces on a lovely British day. There's a fascination in the UK with cars like this, for good reason when you consider their small size and the narrow roads in the countryside - making that the perfect destination to experience it.

After showing around the exterior and engine bay, it's time to drive the TT RS convertible with both the roof up and down, before wrapping up with a good look through the interior, technology and displays present.

You can find out all of the offers from Pendle Lease for Audi TT models including the TT RS Roadster here:

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Thanks for watching, Tim

[avafootball]

A really good car to have. Just a shame that sales figures determine continuity. An Audi RS3 is way more desirable than this, for more practicality, a bit cheaper and similar performance and that great 5 cylinder sound

[TwinTurboTwinz]

always love the sound of that 5 cylinder engine

[colinhague]

Nice motor, but a 70k price tag is very excessive. I dont like the simplistic interior, if the car was specced with a full secondary console, and all mod cons then I understand. Not worth the cash for me.

[SmashGhost]

"How do we have Shmee say nice things about the car?"

"Give him the one with the blue details."

[SupercarsinGreece]

One of the best daily sportscar on the market right now!

[joeblake]

I love the sound of the tt rs! Love your channel and videos Tim

[embakubmotoring]

The blue contrasts on the interior is gorgeous. What a cool car overall.

[januarymorris]

I appreciate your willingness to point out the imperfections on the car and the things you didn't like. It's nice to see that you can think practical in addition to drive some fancy cars

[warfam_clan]

Nice review Tim, also very nice little roadster. I love the blue colored metal trim on the sides of the seats and the fact that there is no dual-screen infotainment. Having everything on one screen is just very cool indeed. I think most people will lease a car like this anyway so the price of 70 grand isn't as hard to swallow if you really want the car. I think it has a lot to offer in a small rocket-like package with Audi reliability.

[fortnitedefaultskin]

Tim, u are awesome.
Not kidding, u really are my favorite YouTuber.

[sesto]

Tim is a better presenter than the current top gear line up by far. This authenticity is amazing and he is the king of the one take as we see in lots of videos

[barsaf]

Can you do an r8 please? I would love to see what it is like compared to a 570s or 570gt.

[pasquale]

I really like the TT roadster, but a wing on a convertible is a bit ridiculous in my opinion. But hey, whatever suits you!

[AZRAEL]

Next video from shmee I just bought a tt rs lol 😂 I love your videos bro keep up the good work mate

[codeblue]

I bought a 2013 Audi TT Roadster, best car i’ve ever had, sounds great, drives well, so much fun in the summer, in the 12 yezrs i’ve had it, only had to change the battery once, and had to repair something in the cooling system but otherwise it’s been super mechanically, a good solid car.

[AntoineDuplaix]

I love the tt, i'm even considering a pre facelift as a daily. But that blue looks like the protective film has not been removed during pdi 😂

[Defy_Convention]

That's the most badass cute little convertible I've seen.

[craigbowden]

Tim I own an ‘18 TTRS coupe in Nardo and love it! I’ve owned several Porsche Caymans (which I love) but the TTRS offers similar performance with more boot space and daily usability. Love the videos keep them coming.

[AD-yojw]

Yes that is my favorite car ever since I was 4 I loved the audi tt coupes and roadsters

[drphilswift]

My parents went to Italy and rented one of those. they're beautiful cars.