Yet on the road, the car's ride didn't pound us silly, although we didn't drive for very long and certainly weren't seeking badly-maintained roads. We'll keep this part of the evaluation for when we get the car during a regular road test. Note that the TT's Magnetic Ride adjustable shocks are standard-issue in the TTS.

Sticker shock... maybe
The range-topping TTS starts at $57,600 for the 2+2 coupe and $61,900 for the 2-seat roadster. Options include 19-inch wheels, rear park assist, a navigation system and upgraded seating surfaces.

On the track, the car feels extremely capable, as its exhibits very little body roll.

That's starting to get expensive, and the TTS still can't match the high-horsepower models from the competition. However, it undercuts them by several thousand dollars, and frankly, in real-world driving conditions, 265 ponies are more than enough.

The current-gen TT is a great-handling car with sexy looks, and a car that we like a lot. The TTS amplifies that appreciation with more power and even sweeter driving dynamics. We're anxious to park one in our driveway for a few days for a full road test report.


Photo Credit : Philippe Champoux