Audi · Coupé · 2006–2014
Audi TT 8J Coupé
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
★★★★★
1.8 / 5.0 · Based on 10 engine variants Most Fun Engine
340–360 PS
2.5L TFSI I5 Benzin
TT RS 8J — 100 kg lighter than the RS3, and you can tell
Legendary! Problem Engine
200 PS
2.0L TFSI Benzin
7 weaknesses
Stay Away!Engine Overview
The Audi TT 8J Coupé is available with 7 engine variants — from 160 to 360 hp.
2.0L TDI
2008 2014
Stay Away! 5 weaknesses
1.8L TFSI Engine Change
2008 2014
Stay Away! 5 weaknesses
2008 2014
Stay Away! 5 weaknesses
2.0L TFSI Engine Change
2006 2010
Stay Away! 7 weaknesses
2008 2014
Stay Away! 7 weaknesses
3.2L V6
2006 2010
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
TT RS
2009 2011
Be Careful 16 weaknesses
TT RS Plus
2011 2014
Be Careful 16 weaknesses
TTS Engine Change
2008 2014
Stay Away! 5 weaknesses
2008 2014
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Front Strut Top Mount: Knocking and Clicking Front strut top mounts wear prematurely and produce typical knocking and clicking when driving over bumps and during steering input. Replacing both sides costs €300–700; MOT-relevant. Symptoms: Knocking or clicking from the front suspension over bumps, changed steering feel, vibration in the steering wheel from 80,000 km | Medium |
Frequently Asked Questions
What problems and weaknesses does the Audi TT 8J Coupé have? +
The Audi TT 8J as Coupé has 80 known weaknesses, 4 vehicle-related.
Which engine is recommended? +
Be Careful: CEPA (2.5L TFSI I5), DMSA (3.2L V6), CDLF (2.0L TFSI), CEPB (2.5L TFSI I5). No engine is rated 'Good Choice'.
Is the Audi TT 8J Coupé worth buying used? +
Caution is advised with the Audi TT 8J Coupé — 6 of 10 engine variants are rated 'Stay Away!'.
Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee