Used Audi TT Coupe 2006 - 2014 reliability
Category: Coupé
The Audi TT is a cracking coupe that's also an accomplished sports car. It's reliable and comfortable enough to use every day.
What should I look for in a used Audi TT coupe?
Check for kerb damage to the large alloys and any bodywork scuffs, as the TT will have been used with enthusiasm. Earlier cars had reported problems with wear to the side bolsters of the leather seats, as well as squeaking front brake pads, so it’s worth looking out for both of those.
What are the most common problems with a used Audi TT coupe?
Owners are generally very happy with their cars, and there are few reported faults.
The leather seats can wear quickly – particularly the side bolsters of the seat base. You can help prevent excess wear by regularly applying a quality leather cream, but it can't restore the seat if it's already badly worn.
The front brakes can make a squealing noise, although it doesn't appear to reduce the brakes performance. There is no exact cause and sometimes only replacing the brake pads cures it.
A few dashboard and glovebox rattles can appear over time and the door seals can whistle and higher speeds. Poor-quality paintwork has also been reported, although it is rare.
Is a used Audi TT coupe reliable?
TTs of this generation seem to be bullet-proof so far. Reported problems are few, although it should be noted that the previous model got a below-average overall score for reliability. Also, Audi as a brand doesn’t usually fare all that well in our reliability surveys.
Reported problems are few.
In our 2023 What Car? Reliability Survey, the 2014-2024 TT finished in the top slot out of 15 cars in the coupés, convertibles and sports cars category.
Reliability rating 98.4%
What went wrong? Air-con 7%
The Audi TT looks great, is fun to drive and, above all, is dependable. A mere 7% of the cars reported on had any issues – all relating to the air-con system – and all of those were resolved at no cost to owners. All the faulty cars could still be driven, and only the fact that niggles took up to a week to repair took some of the gloss from the ownership experience.
Owner’s view: “My first TT was reliable enough to prompt me to buy my second.”
As a brand, Audi finished a rather disappointing 26th out of 32 manufacturers with an overall score of 89.1%. This put it above Alfa Romeo, Jaguar and Vauxhall, but below nearly all of its main rivals, including BMW, Mercedes and Volkswagen.
Used Audi TT reliability: the owners' view
The consensus from owners is that the TT boasts commendable reliability, with very few reports of significant mechanical failures. There were reports of minor electronic issues, but these were typically resolved without inconvenience.
Regarding the dealer service experience, opinions varied more significantly. While some owners praised their local dealerships for professional and prompt service, others were less satisfied, citing slow service responses and the high costs for repairs.
Despite these critiques, the majority of feedback on dealer interactions was positive, with a particular appreciation for the thoroughness of the technical support. The overall picture painted by TT owners is one of a reliable sports car with generally supportive dealer service.
