2023 Audi TT
Independent review & score by Carivo
Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 4 passengers |
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| Body Style | Sports |
| Base Price | $51,604–$60,830 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
With an overall Carivo score of 7.5/10, the 2023 Audi TT earns a Recommended rating among the sportss we've scored. Its strongest dimension is Value at 8.7/10, while Safety at 6.6/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a solid all-rounder that delivers across most dimensions without obvious deal-breakers.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. We rate the Audi TT's reliability at 8.6/10 — among the strongest in our sports database, reflecting the nameplate's track record and recall history. Safety is a notable gap at 6.6/10 in our scoring — below what the best in segment deliver. Check the official NHTSA ratings for the trim you're considering before deciding.
The 8.6/10 performance score reflects a chassis and powertrain that punch above the segment norm — this is a sports you choose partly for the drive itself. Technology scores 6.9/10 — the infotainment and driver-assist features feel dated against current-generation rivals. This is worth weighing if you prioritize connected features or modern safety tech.
Priced from $51,604–$60,830, 25 MPG, seating 4, the Audi TT sits in the premium tier of the sports category. The 8.7/10 value score is the headline: relative to what it costs, this sports delivers more than most of the class. At 3 years old, it's worth checking whether a newer generation or refresh has addressed any weaker dimensions — compare it to the current model year before buying.
Bottom line: Think of the 2023 Audi TT as the dependable pick rather than the exciting one. Its softer scores in technology and safety are the only real asterisks. Shoppers who value predictability over headlines will be well served.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2023 Audi TT ranks #204 of 316 sportss in the Carivo database — better than 36% of the segment. Its 7.5/10 overall score is 0.2 points below the segment average of 7.7/10. Its $51,604 starting price is about 12% above the segment's median of $46,090.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full Sports ranking →
| Fuel (75,000 miles) | ~$10,500 ($2,100/year at $3.50/gal) |
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| Recall repairs | $0 — 1 campaign on record; recall work is always free at franchised dealers |
| Insurance | Varies widely by driver and state — always quote the exact trim before buying |
We only print costs we can compute from sourced data (EPA fuel economy, NHTSA recalls). We don't estimate maintenance or depreciation — anyone who gives you one number for those is guessing.
Smart-money pick: the 2020 Audi TT scores 7.4/10 — within striking distance of the 2023's 7.5 — and starts roughly $5,000 lower. If you don't need the newest model year, that's money better spent on a higher trim or kept in your pocket.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
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| 2024 | 7.5/10 | $53,200 | Read review → |
| 2023 (this review) | 7.5/10 | $51,604 | |
| 2022 | 7.6/10 | $50,008 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 7.5/10 | $48,412 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 7.4/10 | $46,816 | Read review → |
| 2019 | 7.3/10 | $45,220 | Read review → |
| 2018 | 7.2/10 | $43,624 | Read review → |
| 2017 | 7.2/10 | $42,028 | Read review → |
| 2016 | 7.1/10 | $40,432 | Read review → |
| 2015 | 7.1/10 | $38,836 | Read review → |
The following recall campaign has been filed with NHTSA for this model and year. Recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised dealers; check your specific vehicle with our free VIN recall checker.
| Air bags / Sensor / Occupant classification / Front passenger 03/04/2024 · 24V251000 | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 Audi S5 Cabriolet, A4 Allroad, Q5 Sportback, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, SQ7, TT Coupe, TT Roadster, RS5 Sportback, 2024 A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q8, RSQ8, 2023-2024… |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, fetched at page build time.
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We rate the 2023 Audi TT's reliability 8.6/10 — one of the stronger records in its class. It has 1 NHTSA recall campaign on record for this model year (details in the recalls section above — repairs are free at dealers).
1 NHTSA recall campaign matched this model and year as of our latest check. Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
It scores 7.5/10 overall, ranking #204 of 316 sportss in our database (better than 36% of the segment). A solid choice for most buyers — compare it against the segment leaders before deciding.
The 2023 Audi TT starts at $51,604 and ranges up to $60,830 across trims (MSRP when new). At 25 MPG, expect roughly $2,100/year in fuel at 15,000 miles/year.
Based on our year-by-year scoring, the weakest TT years we've rated are 2016 (7.1/10), 2015 (7.1/10) — each at least half a point below the nameplate's best (7.6/10). See the full year table above before deciding.
The documented issues for the 2023 Audi TT are its NHTSA recall campaigns, which involve: Air bags (details in the recalls section above; repairs are free at dealers). For wear-and-tear patterns beyond recalls, owner forums are the best source — we only report what federal data documents.
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