Thanks for putting cameras on the other drivers. I love their personalities and they're obviously extremely talented drivers! Get them involved in reviews etc!
its either got massive issues or its incredibly lazy cus the owner never put it through its rpms cus engines get lazy when you dont put em high in the rpm range every now and then
@thesollys9540 yeh I remember a race we had with a mk5 golf gti against a mk5 r32 golf same engine. The r32 was dead level with the gti till far into the 130ish mph then the 3.2 powered on
The Mk 2 was a bit underwhelming looks-wise when it was new, but the shape is aging so damn well, it looks absolutely gorgeous. Audi really nailed it with that clean, timeless design with the MK 2.
Yeah the Mk2 is truly my favourite TT, it the best mix between the other two generations which in my opinion are two far on either end of bubbly and sharp. The V6 Mk2 is my affordable dream car.
I gladly own a white one AWD quattro since last year 😊❤ 2.0L tho Driving it on the Limit is a lot of Fun. Short Wheelbase makes it great in Corners too
I have a MK2 TTS (Black Edition) with a Revo stage 1. It still looks lovely yet understated IMO as its less in your face than the full TTRS but bloody quick (316bhp) and can surprise a few.
@@sn4tx I never liked the first generation, it always was too bubbly. But tbh now it has grown on me and for me it would be 3rd Gen>1st gen >2nd gen. If audi TT was RWD I would consider it as a fun car for track days. Because in several years I would like to buy some considerably cheap car for hooning around the track. But audi puts me off a little with it's understeer setup.
Definitely! I suspect if they dyno'd the 3.2 it would have considerably less hp than 250. I had an A4 with the 90 degree 3.2, 70,000 miles on it, had it dyno'd last year, it had lost 8 hp. Bit of software restored 5 hp back and raised the torque. This tt looks like it has lost way more lol.
@martytdd1606 my friend has bought used A3 3.2 220000km and his car lost nearly 70 ponies he scheduled it at mechanic for Engine rebuild as well as some other major repairs which mechanic recommended as those might help a little
Fantastic video! I have a 2001 1.8t Quattro and I love it! With upgraded sway bars and a tune, it is truly an incredible and underrating driving experience!
@@sajidqureshi2175 thank you Sajid I just think it will become future CLASSIC no question about it.. I look at it and see a very affordable 911 minus speed
The 3.2 V6 engine is quite popular here in south africa. People do a lot of engine swaps with that motor, however the cars are usually faster than that V6, able to clock 140miles easy. Which makes me believe that theres a lot of engine engine issues with the V6 in the race
It's not under-appreciated, it's simply a niche car because it's in a weird spot. Coupes like these are either super fun to drive like a Cayman, or comfy and luxurious like an SLS. The TTRS is in a very weird middle ground where it doesn't do anything particularly well. It's not particularly exciting to drive, it's not particularly comfy either and while the interior quality is absolutely good, it lacks some very obvious options like memory and cooled seats which would make it a capable GT. It launches really well and the engine sounds intoxicating, but that's just about it. You could live with the above if the asking price was decent, but when you see that every other competitor is cheaper 9/10 people will look someplace else just like I did. A damn shame since I really like the car.
@@xIcarus227kinda disagree with your reasonning. Yes it's a niche spot that I agree, but it's not "in the middle that do nothing good". The tt is actualy a daily sportscar which does it's daily job perfectly well for two people max, and just adds a bit of sportivity. I owned an a4 and a currently own a tt. The tt isn't that much less comfortable than the a4. And if you compare it to another car its size, it's as if not more comfortable than most compacts on the market. This car is for people who are looking for a daily and who are willing to sacrifice their rear seats for that sportyness. This is the niche spot it is on. I tried a giulia recently which was the same price (used) as my TT, and it was a way worse daily driver. New, except if you're a fan of the 5cylinder and going for a ttrs, I agree tho that you'd better off with a cheap daily and another sportscar like an mx5. But used (i go my mk3 for 24k it had 57k km on it) it's currently one of the best choice of daily driver on the market rn for that budget.
@@andreiflorea3690 The TT Quattro Sport is a 240 HP tune from the factory plus some weight reduction, so it goes like most other TTs do with a remap. I do suspect the 3.2 was down 20-30 HP.
The Mk.3 is as good as they get performance wise but my pick would be the Mk.2: you still get that lovely 5-cylinder and in my personal opinion it looks a lot better. Simpler, less busy and more elegant.
I have a 225 tt quattro stage 2+ I've raced a 3.2l tt, and for how many bus lengths I pulled on him I'm confident in saying a stock 225 would stomp a 3.2 tt
That was a perfect launch Matt, respect! The 3.2 does not look well looked after. Having your car on display being dirty and missing the Audi logo on the engine cover is a giveaway for the lackluster performance of the engine. I guess the spark plugs are the ones from delivery 20 years as well as the last service. We have a 225 Cabriolet and the tunability is off the charts. New turbo bypass valve and actuator valve, new downpipe and 300cpi metallic cat and you sit around 250-260hp with the turbo setting in at 1.800rpm for around 500€ of investment. Very nice engine, sounds really good for a four cylinder too!
i agree, i had a mk2 3.2 and while it wasnt the fastest thing, one thing i was always impressed woth was its top end performance and launch. in gear wasnt brilliant, but it always had legs and launched amazingly. i managed to get mine to 300hp N/A Dynoed before getting rid. This seems particularly poorly, id be supprised to see more than 200hp on the dino if it did it
@@shona5512 When I say easy, I mean capable! Owned, and own a few 600+whp vehicles built not bought, that have cost me a lot of money….. I’m not a Halfords newbie mate!
@@deanmcandrew8050 I still own 3 fully built 1.8T cars myself.. I've just seen lots of people fall into the "Easy to make 500+hp" trap, thinking it's just throw in some rods and slap a big turbo on it, but that's just not the case. So I just wanted to clarify it's not "easy" but they're definitely tunable, strong and capable engines.
I just had my 2001 Audi TT roadster (nimbus grey!). I got have bought anything and this is what I wanted since senior year of High School (2001). I’m blown away by it. High expectations blown away. The design inside is amazing, just as it’s outside (I prefer the original design obviously). It is SO much fun to drive too, it’s just perfect. I have owned a Porsche (boxster, sorry not 911) and I absolutely prefer the Audi TT immediately. Love it!!!
@@pcsullog it really isnt a golf, shares the same platform but when you look at how much it shares with an a3 or golf you realise it really isnt either. Drive either one side by side they dont handle the same, absolute spectacular machines, not exciting but only because they are extremely capable. Not the same cars end of, and who thinks a golf looks better than a TT? I know looks are subjective but I yawn everytime i see a golf drive past
That 2.5 is without doubt one of the best engines ever made. I had one in my VW and the sound of it reving out 😍. God I miss that sound, I’d floor it just for the noise.
I had the mk1 with 225 Hp in blue it was a very good car now I have a tt with vr6 with 250 hp mk2 Hopefully I going to get the mk3 ttrs 🤞 they drive great on curvy roads and has a timeless design 😊
Your perception of speed might differ from reality when compared to actually quick cars. The 3.2 TT is great but to call it “really fast” is beyond a stretch
The 3.2v6 was always a sluggish lump of a thing. The r32 golf used to get spanked by the mk5 golf gti as well. Nothing new just a slow revving heavy lump of an engine with a heavy awd system
@@wohnwagenfutzi8533 i have a MK2 TT 3.2 (same Engine). On the Dyno the Engine produced 242 HP, Quarter Mile time was 14,3 Seconds. This 3.2 in the video must have some problems with the engine.
I've loved the car since I was 18 and finally got one at 38. It's a brilliant drivers car for A and B roads. Mine is a 2008, manual, Stage 1, 2L petrol and it puts a smile on my face every day going to and back from work crossing from West Yorkshire into South Yorkshire.
When new, that Mk1 3.2 would run lower 14s and was faster than the 1.8 especially top-end. The fact that it ran higher 15s is pretty obvious something is very wrong. I remember my friend in one keeping up with my 350Z.
Considering the visual state of the v6-TT, I assume it didn't receive much love on proper maintenance of the engine either. Which could explain the current performance.
For all the UA-camrs out there looking to make it big just watch this guy. Imagine getting over 500k views in 19 hrs for a stupid drag race of 3 staggeringly uninteresting cars! Work on your charisma and likeability. That's the key to success in social media.
I have a mk4 r32 and my mates has a 225 bhp both are well maintained.. few times he has edged me and few times I have. They are both near enough same performance wise
I'm so used to all the ridiculously fast cars recently, that 7:14 just looked like I was watching in 0.5x speed. 😆 The Mk3 TT looks seriously amazing though. It's so badass for a TT.
Mat has been promising us a really epic video for the last 3 months now, he better deliver on his promise which I’m sure he will, however he sure is taking his sweet time. Also regarding this race, surely the VR6 3.2L engine isn’t right, it must have some severe issues, it looks like it’s way down on power, the very fact it struggled to reach 100mph for the brake test just proved it.
No, it is just an old, naturally aspirated engine. The old auto does not shift very fast and it has more losses to the wheels compared to the manual. Actually, I was expecting the difference in the drag race between the 3.2 and the 1.8T to be a lot bigger.
@@neznam4149 idk I have the same engine but in an a6 and I don't have issues with getting it to a 100mph. The drag race is fair deal. More weight and only 10bhp more. But on the brake test the 3.2 was giving up when accelerating which wasn't normal.
@veshtoran First of all, it is not the same engine. In the A6, the engine is 3.2FSI, direct injection, in the TT is 3.2i, multi-point indirect injection. Also, I don't think it had problems to get 100mph, it was just way slower than the others and they made it for the joke. Audi's naturally aspirated angines are slow.
Um dos mais icônicos carros esportivos da história. Pena que tudo hoje se resume a SUVs. Não seria surpresa se fosse relançado como um TT SUV, infelizmente.
Verdade! Chegaram a lançar um conceito do TT modelo SUV mas graças a Deus não foi pra frente. Tenho um modelo 2008 Stage 1, manual e posso garantir que é um carro fantástico especialmente em estradas com curvas.
Yeah but if the power comes on late in the powerband, it becomes a slippery traction fest quite easily. Look at all the big turbo cars that can't properly hook until they're in fourth gear opposed to a car with less power but better balanced tuning parameters (like a better sized turbo, or boost by gear instead of enganging the full boost from 3500/4500 RPM)
Do a modern car but all the different engines next! Like showing the difference between all the power options so people know what they are missing out/buying.
I have a mk2 TTs but i think if Mat had a mk2 TTRS+ with dsg 360 bhp it would be much closer , mk2 TTRS+ is my dream car that is relatively affordable btw :)
The 3.2l is actually a VR6 engine. The VW Golf 4 R32 and Golf 5 R32 also had the same engine. But in the R32, the engine had an even better sound. Unfortunately, the engines often scattered heavily downwards in terms of performance and many did not even reach the factory specification. Old-fashioned technology. In addition, they were heavy, were drinking much fuel and unfortunately often had problems with the timing chain. All this ensured that since the 6th Golf R generation only the 2l turbo has been used. I once had an R32 and the sound was simply divine, even if it is not so super fast by today's standards. Whereby 6,2s from 0-100 km / h is not so slow.
Agreed I have a mk4 r32 for the last 9 years absolutely love it.. sounds amazing and feels superior in all departments.. my mate had the mk6 R.. is was fast but soulless.. he had quite a lot of issues.. he sold and bought a mk5 r32 and hasn't regretted
@@sajidqureshi2175 Six-cylinder engines are still different from four-cylinder engines. And always calling up all the power is not possible in everyday life anyway, then it's better to enjoy the beautiful sound. In addition, the more modern four-cylinder engines are not really much more economical than the naturally aspirated engines. When I let it roll comfortably on the highway, there was also an 8l/100km (29mpg) Most of the time it was around 10-11l/100km (23mpg). And you still have a not slow, safe vehicle and a lovely sound
Watching this drag race feels like witnessing a family reunion of the Audi TTs. The Mark I, Mark II, Mark III all gathered here to see who's the fastest
The price isn't strictly much of an issue for Yianni, but that price for a special TT? I doubt he's alone in thinking it's too much, even If there's only 100 of them. Add the fact that the 'special edition' isn't that much different from the current TT, it just further confirms this.
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Matt should really do more of these generation to generation races.❤❤❤
He done alreadyy search itt
My R53 mini is available for a mini generation race.....
@@reecedrury4145R53 Mini?
@@purwantiallan5089its the mid 2000s mini with the supercharger
@@willianzorzi6026But we need
*M O R E!!!*
Thanks for putting cameras on the other drivers. I love their personalities and they're obviously extremely talented drivers!
Get them involved in reviews etc!
The 3.2v6 looks like its had a hard life
Was never going to win against turbo's...however it did look baggy as phuck, maybe down in power too/
its either got massive issues or its incredibly lazy cus the owner never put it through its rpms
cus engines get lazy when you dont put em high in the rpm range every now and then
@thesollys9540 yeh I remember a race we had with a mk5 golf gti against a mk5 r32 golf same engine. The r32 was dead level with the gti till far into the 130ish mph then the 3.2 powered on
Constipation
let them put that touareg 3.2v6 versus this tt and see which one will be quicker
Mk2 with the 3.2L VR6 and a 6 speed manual, one of my buddies has one and its an absolute blast
The Mk 2 was a bit underwhelming looks-wise when it was new, but the shape is aging so damn well, it looks absolutely gorgeous. Audi really nailed it with that clean, timeless design with the MK 2.
Yeah the Mk2 is truly my favourite TT, it the best mix between the other two generations which in my opinion are two far on either end of bubbly and sharp.
The V6 Mk2 is my affordable dream car.
Totally agreed. Never liked it too much but at some point started growing on me.
I gladly own a white one AWD quattro since last year 😊❤ 2.0L tho
Driving it on the Limit is a lot of Fun. Short Wheelbase makes it great in Corners too
I have a MK2 TTS (Black Edition) with a Revo stage 1. It still looks lovely yet understated IMO as its less in your face than the full TTRS but bloody quick (316bhp) and can surprise a few.
@@sn4tx I never liked the first generation, it always was too bubbly. But tbh now it has grown on me and for me it would be 3rd Gen>1st gen >2nd gen. If audi TT was RWD I would consider it as a fun car for track days. Because in several years I would like to buy some considerably cheap car for hooning around the track. But audi puts me off a little with it's understeer setup.
The mk1 is a design masterpiece. Instant classic for history books.
Yep.. and they didn't do a diesel rep car version! 😂
That 3.2 looks well used and not very well loved 😕
Yep. Much like Vector M12.😂
Vector went bankrupt like Pontiac in the early 2010s
wtf does Vector and Pontiac have to do with that 3.2 not being well looked after?
@@otacon5648 nothing. this purwanti dude goes around on every single carwow post and writes a ton of nonsense comments.
Very true! Just look at the rims and the picture of the top of engine shown - they look neglected; the other mk1 was in much better condition.
My dad recently bought me a tt mk2 3.2 v6 for my 18th birthday, and let me tell you, it is absolutely fantastic, especially as a first car
I'd have full killed myself in that at 18, immediately 😂 Lucky you and fucking enjoy yourself I say (safely)
Cool dad
They died
Nice you have a dad
The second gen looks so fantastic!
Yeah? I'd say that Mk1 QS was the most good looking.
@@marcooconnor There is something about the interior of the Mk1 that is timeless., But the second gen had the best looking exterior.
@@marcooconnorI have a mk2 so I can’t 100% I’m unbias in saying the mk2 is the best looking 👀👀
@@pba7the 1999 Audi TT also looks gorgeous.
mk2 is by far the best looking imo and has the best interior, mk3 interior/exterior both cheap looking and mk1 has just aged kinda badly
All about the 🐶 leg…. If you know you know!
Yianni youre a blessing😇as is your knob
Why is your username not Giannimize, Gianni?
Hi yianni again do you know what the difference between a i20nand a Getz? The i20 has been on carwow where the Getz hasn;t day 223
Hey yianni, youre greek right?
Kids watching carwow have no clue whatsoever about dog transmission 😁😁
That 3.2 doesn't really do well probably lost good portion of ponies under hood but didn't lose any weight hence that performance
Definitely! I suspect if they dyno'd the 3.2 it would have considerably less hp than 250. I had an A4 with the 90 degree 3.2, 70,000 miles on it, had it dyno'd last year, it had lost 8 hp. Bit of software restored 5 hp back and raised the torque. This tt looks like it has lost way more lol.
@martytdd1606 my friend has bought used A3 3.2 220000km and his car lost nearly 70 ponies he scheduled it at mechanic for Engine rebuild as well as some other major repairs which mechanic recommended as those might help a little
@@trololo666 Mine has 240,00km on it!..Quite sure its quicker than that.
But why did it only have 10 more bhp than the 1.8 originally? Kinda pointless
@@johnm3907 Its an NA engine whilst the 1.8 is turbo charged.
I had a MK1 TT 225 about 5 or 6 years ago and absolutely adored that lil thing. Such fun cars.
MK1 all the way🔥 You have to consider, back then there weren't S and RS models. I think they would compare great against the "normal" Mk2 and Mk3s 😊
@MauriceF13, the 2000 Audi TT is still more gorgeous than 2021 Audi TT.
Idc it sucks now
@@purwantiallan5089 Oh yeah😍
@@MauriceF13that quattro sport 1.8T is basically TTS
@@purwantiallan5089 looks like shit
1.8T... Finally!! ... How long I loved this engine...with a stage 1 it felt like the fastest car in the world(...obviously it isn't 😮)
Bring back the Lamborghini Ultimae for the drag race you had "Mechanical Sympathy" for. 😭🙏🏽
That race is already done
Search or UA-cam
We need it again plz
Noo
Ultimae expensive shit
Nah we don’t
Fantastic video! I have a 2001 1.8t Quattro and I love it! With upgraded sway bars and a tune, it is truly an incredible and underrating driving experience!
Me too! Love my b5!
same i have a 2001 cabriolet fwd
ALL generations of the AudiTT are iconic, no matter the engine size. The simplistic design has stood the test of time in my honest opinion..
Totally 100% agreed
@@sajidqureshi2175 thank you Sajid I just think it will become future CLASSIC no question about it..
I look at it and see a very affordable 911 minus speed
Only the Mark 1 is iconic as the rest just look like normal Audis
@@robertwhite361
You are right the 1st gen of the TT is iconic in its design and built. I believe it has stood out in looks.
👍
They look like wannabe 350z's or poor man's R8.
I really enjoyed my manual 8j TTRS, it was a great time. Awesome seeing this
The oldest one still looks amazing!
It looks like a turd
Timeless design
The 1999 Audi TT also looks amazing.
Totally agree... In my opinion it's getting better from design point of view as older it is... it's a car for my "bucket list" :P
Like your momma 😂
The 3.2 V6 engine is quite popular here in south africa. People do a lot of engine swaps with that motor, however the cars are usually faster than that V6, able to clock 140miles easy. Which makes me believe that theres a lot of engine engine issues with the V6 in the race
it’s not even a v6 .. it’s a vr6
@@lilrtn5782yea I know it's a VR6 mate
I will miss the TT, such an under appreciated car
And also the 1999 Audi TT in fact.
It's not under-appreciated, it's simply a niche car because it's in a weird spot. Coupes like these are either super fun to drive like a Cayman, or comfy and luxurious like an SLS.
The TTRS is in a very weird middle ground where it doesn't do anything particularly well. It's not particularly exciting to drive, it's not particularly comfy either and while the interior quality is absolutely good, it lacks some very obvious options like memory and cooled seats which would make it a capable GT. It launches really well and the engine sounds intoxicating, but that's just about it.
You could live with the above if the asking price was decent, but when you see that every other competitor is cheaper 9/10 people will look someplace else just like I did. A damn shame since I really like the car.
@@xIcarus227kinda disagree with your reasonning. Yes it's a niche spot that I agree, but it's not "in the middle that do nothing good".
The tt is actualy a daily sportscar which does it's daily job perfectly well for two people max, and just adds a bit of sportivity.
I owned an a4 and a currently own a tt. The tt isn't that much less comfortable than the a4. And if you compare it to another car its size, it's as if not more comfortable than most compacts on the market.
This car is for people who are looking for a daily and who are willing to sacrifice their rear seats for that sportyness. This is the niche spot it is on. I tried a giulia recently which was the same price (used) as my TT, and it was a way worse daily driver.
New, except if you're a fan of the 5cylinder and going for a ttrs, I agree tho that you'd better off with a cheap daily and another sportscar like an mx5.
But used (i go my mk3 for 24k it had 57k km on it) it's currently one of the best choice of daily driver on the market rn for that budget.
Great video seeing as I own a MK1 TT 3.2. That 3.2 definitely seems to have some issues
No way its that slow , right?
To me it seems like the 1.8 was remapped...
No the 3.2 heavy lump is slower than the 240bhp QS even the 225 was quicker
@@andreiflorea3690 The TT Quattro Sport is a 240 HP tune from the factory plus some weight reduction, so it goes like most other TTs do with a remap. I do suspect the 3.2 was down 20-30 HP.
@@Trendyflute I'd say it was down below the 200 hp mark. And probably lost a good chunk of its torque as well
I have a MK2 TTRS plus with a stage 1. The manual with 410hp and 650nm of tq is mad, loved this comparison.
I always approve that these cars are nimble to handle.
Imagine how akward the others feel staying there and listening to Mat and Yanni bromancing😂❤️
1st gen 1.8 looks gorgeous well looked after and will be one I'll have.
Just so god damn beautiful to see 4 TT´s side by side😍😍😍
The Mk.3 is as good as they get performance wise but my pick would be the Mk.2: you still get that lovely 5-cylinder and in my personal opinion it looks a lot better. Simpler, less busy and more elegant.
. . . and manual
3.2 was also available with the second-gen TT
9:34 9:36 Rolling race
12:07 Rolling race 2
14:05 brake test
The KO4 turbo on that 1.8T was just ahead of its time
me with the K03 turbo TT ._.
I have a 225 tt quattro stage 2+ I've raced a 3.2l tt, and for how many bus lengths I pulled on him I'm confident in saying a stock 225 would stomp a 3.2 tt
That was a perfect launch Matt, respect! The 3.2 does not look well looked after. Having your car on display being dirty and missing the Audi logo on the engine cover is a giveaway for the lackluster performance of the engine. I guess the spark plugs are the ones from delivery 20 years as well as the last service.
We have a 225 Cabriolet and the tunability is off the charts. New turbo bypass valve and actuator valve, new downpipe and 300cpi metallic cat and you sit around 250-260hp with the turbo setting in at 1.800rpm for around 500€ of investment. Very nice engine, sounds really good for a four cylinder too!
Yeah, and those older VR6s rarely make the power they claim to have. They will take you places reliably though.
i agree, i had a mk2 3.2 and while it wasnt the fastest thing, one thing i was always impressed woth was its top end performance and launch. in gear wasnt brilliant, but it always had legs and launched amazingly. i managed to get mine to 300hp N/A Dynoed before getting rid. This seems particularly poorly, id be supprised to see more than 200hp on the dino if it did it
the 1.8lt was a great engine. it was used in many models and with different power settings.
Huge tuning potential as well. Lots of love in the aftermarket for it
100% easy to get 500+bhp from that decades proven engine!! 👍🏼
@@deanmcandrew8050 It's really not that easy. But the engine doesn't need much internally to be able to handle that power.
@@shona5512 When I say easy, I mean capable!
Owned, and own a few 600+whp vehicles built not bought, that have cost me a lot of money….. I’m not a Halfords newbie mate!
@@deanmcandrew8050 I still own 3 fully built 1.8T cars myself.. I've just seen lots of people fall into the "Easy to make 500+hp" trap, thinking it's just throw in some rods and slap a big turbo on it, but that's just not the case. So I just wanted to clarify it's not "easy" but they're definitely tunable, strong and capable engines.
Audi TT line up is such a cool drag race
What about Corolla and Supra evolution drag race?
Had a MK2 TTS for 8 years, it's not perfect but i absolutely love it!
Now this is what a drag race is really all about! This was fantastic! Keep it up Carwow and you Matt! :)
Carwow nailed the best.
I just had my 2001 Audi TT roadster (nimbus grey!). I got have bought anything and this is what I wanted since senior year of High School (2001). I’m blown away by it. High expectations blown away. The design inside is amazing, just as it’s outside (I prefer the original design obviously). It is SO much fun to drive too, it’s just perfect. I have owned a Porsche (boxster, sorry not 911) and I absolutely prefer the Audi TT immediately. Love it!!!
Absolutly fun cars to drive.
Understeer…
And also quite clearly understandable.
@@gockelxxxxxl9584like any Audi, but the TT is relatively light with great handling, it’s nimble for sure
@@gockelxxxxxl9584Definitely but driven at 7/10ths it's a great road car but terrible track car.
@@pcsullog it really isnt a golf, shares the same platform but when you look at how much it shares with an a3 or golf you realise it really isnt either. Drive either one side by side they dont handle the same, absolute spectacular machines, not exciting but only because they are extremely capable. Not the same cars end of, and who thinks a golf looks better than a TT? I know looks are subjective but I yawn everytime i see a golf drive past
That 2.5 is without doubt one of the best engines ever made. I had one in my VW and the sound of it reving out 😍. God I miss that sound, I’d floor it just for the noise.
V6 is better. Sounds better and really smooth and powerful. Mk2 & 3 sound tinny in comparision.
@@robertwhite361 the VR6 is a great engine but I like the 5 cyl. better personally.
Something is definitely afoot with that V6, there's no way it should be struggling as much as it is!
I have been waiting for this all 21 years of my life
I had the mk2 manual back in 2010, i loved so much ❤ great car
I had the mk1 with 225 Hp in blue it was a very good car now I have a tt with vr6 with 250 hp mk2 Hopefully I going to get the mk3 ttrs 🤞 they drive great on curvy roads and has a timeless design 😊
I've been in an 3.2 TT and it's really fast. Sure it's something wrong with this one.
The 1.8t is very fast as well, they are matched against cars with so much more power.
Your perception of speed might differ from reality when compared to actually quick cars. The 3.2 TT is great but to call it “really fast” is beyond a stretch
The 3.2v6 was always a sluggish lump of a thing. The r32 golf used to get spanked by the mk5 golf gti as well. Nothing new just a slow revving heavy lump of an engine with a heavy awd system
that 1.8t with 240hp is faster than the 3.2 vr6. so its normal
@@wohnwagenfutzi8533 i have a MK2 TT 3.2 (same Engine). On the Dyno the Engine produced 242 HP, Quarter Mile time was 14,3 Seconds. This 3.2 in the video must have some problems with the engine.
I've loved the car since I was 18 and finally got one at 38. It's a brilliant drivers car for A and B roads. Mine is a 2008, manual, Stage 1, 2L petrol and it puts a smile on my face every day going to and back from work crossing from West Yorkshire into South Yorkshire.
I have been waiting a long time for the Audi TT drag race from the MK1 to MK3!
When new, that Mk1 3.2 would run lower 14s and was faster than the 1.8 especially top-end. The fact that it ran higher 15s is pretty obvious something is very wrong. I remember my friend in one keeping up with my 350Z.
Exactly. And the mkii 3.2 was even quicker
It was good to see the different generations, I have a MK2/8j TTS Roadster with a stage 1 and it is fun...
Considering the visual state of the v6-TT, I assume it didn't receive much love on proper maintenance of the engine either. Which could explain the current performance.
For all the UA-camrs out there looking to make it big just watch this guy. Imagine getting over 500k views in 19 hrs for a stupid drag race of 3 staggeringly uninteresting cars! Work on your charisma and likeability. That's the key to success in social media.
The banter between Matt and Yanni is hilarious 👌😂
The race we've all been waiting for.
The 3.2 had some problems, I suppose, it can't be so bad. Thanks for the video.
Agree. Like turbo and water pump problems.
@@purwantiallan5089 the 3.2 doesn't have a turbo
Its heavier, ofc it will lose to a 1.8t
The MK1 TT's look so good! Beautiful cars!
Matt: Rory how do you feel losing from a bullock cart?
Rory: This car sounds really good 💀
Not fair Matt! Older models have not been tested for power loss prior to races. Shame, however grateful for the content your team is producing.
Was not expecting this video! The TT is my favorite car, and I’m so glad to be an owner of a MK2!
Been waiting for this video for a long time!
The track is full of TTs today, and the boys are too happy to be playing with them
Bmw fan boy, car wow lover…the whole time watching this vid I had smile
Mat n yan Bants is amazing! Thanks guys for makin my day
As a owner of mk1 I have to say this car is really fun to drive. It's nimble
Really loved the MK1. ❤
If we could see the 3.2 vs the 1.8 audi tt when they were both new i think it would have been much better of a race
I have a mk4 r32 and my mates has a 225 bhp both are well maintained.. few times he has edged me and few times I have. They are both near enough same performance wise
Yeah, something not right. My 2008 tt v6 stick is way quicker than either of the first generation 225/6spds I owned
My 2003 TT hatch was just as quick at 145,000 miles as my 2001 TT convertible with 50,000 miles. So getting old didn’t slow down my 2003
I'm so used to all the ridiculously fast cars recently, that 7:14 just looked like I was watching in 0.5x speed. 😆 The Mk3 TT looks seriously amazing though. It's so badass for a TT.
Would love to see how a TTS compares to a quattro 230 and a TTRS on mk3 gen
Haha thanks for the mention Mat 😂 It was forth into third instead or fifth, but kinda makes no difference as my poor S55 died 🫣
You put a tune on any of these and they are tiny little rocket ships of joy!
Love the TT 🥰🥰🥰
I've got a Mk2 and absolutely love it. Build, performance, looks etc. Great to see all gens lined up here but Mk2 still wins for me.
Same here 🙌
“Almost beating me is not beating”
“Yes your right”
Ah man
Thank you for this races that reveal the TT to buy and the TT to forget. Hopefully, there is other nice sport cars from AUDI .
Here we are, years later, and Matt still thinks the cars need to be shoulder to shoulder during a brake test.
Tbf it's for the purposes of filming them rather than the outcome
Mat has been promising us a really epic video for the last 3 months now, he better deliver on his promise which I’m sure he will, however he sure is taking his sweet time.
Also regarding this race, surely the VR6 3.2L engine isn’t right, it must have some severe issues, it looks like it’s way down on power, the very fact it struggled to reach 100mph for the brake test just proved it.
The 3.2 is definitely broken
No, it is just an old, naturally aspirated engine. The old auto does not shift very fast and it has more losses to the wheels compared to the manual. Actually, I was expecting the difference in the drag race between the 3.2 and the 1.8T to be a lot bigger.
@@neznam4149 idk I have the same engine but in an a6 and I don't have issues with getting it to a 100mph. The drag race is fair deal. More weight and only 10bhp more. But on the brake test the 3.2 was giving up when accelerating which wasn't normal.
@veshtoran First of all, it is not the same engine. In the A6, the engine is 3.2FSI, direct injection, in the TT is 3.2i, multi-point indirect injection. Also, I don't think it had problems to get 100mph, it was just way slower than the others and they made it for the joke. Audi's naturally aspirated angines are slow.
@@neznam4149it’s a DSG in the 3.2 TT not an old slush box
@@shane6115 Yeah its a good box and I drive one as a daily for the last 7 years
Just as I am eyeing myself an Imola Gelb MK2 TT RS manual! What a looker it is!
Um dos mais icônicos carros esportivos da história. Pena que tudo hoje se resume a SUVs. Não seria surpresa se fosse relançado como um TT SUV, infelizmente.
Verdade! Chegaram a lançar um conceito do TT modelo SUV mas graças a Deus não foi pra frente. Tenho um modelo 2008 Stage 1, manual e posso garantir que é um carro fantástico especialmente em estradas com curvas.
@@JWL-UK além de um belo esportivo. Ainda bem que empresas como a BMW e Mercedes ainda lançam belíssimos esportivos como a série 8 e o SL.
Omg iv owed 10 Audi tt so this videos is the best one iv seen 😮😮😮😮😮😮
Ww need more 3,2 V6!
The banter with Matt and Yani is what keeps me coming back.
V6 just had a completely different power band, peak HP only occurs for a very short time. Hence the switch to Turbo Power.
The V6 literally has 5 times the power.
Yeah but if the power comes on late in the powerband, it becomes a slippery traction fest quite easily. Look at all the big turbo cars that can't properly hook until they're in fourth gear opposed to a car with less power but better balanced tuning parameters (like a better sized turbo, or boost by gear instead of enganging the full boost from 3500/4500 RPM)
'Have a look at the tip of your knob' 🤣🤣
Glad to see some TT videos with the gen 1 and 2 still these days 🙏
* You HAVE to do a GTI Generations drag race, including with both versions of the GTI VR6 (12v and 24v). That would be a blast!
nothing beats the manual. the feeling of shifting manual is something else..
Totally agree! Mine is a 2008 Stage 1 manual and the sound of rev matching the gears up and down is sooooo addictive
The Mk1 TT Quattro Sport is underrated hotness. Would love to have a go in one.
Mat and Yanni is a great bromance😍
I always approved this hundred percent.
Can we not focus on people?...
Thanks Matt for showing us lots of TTs
Honestly Matt, you're so competetive, boardering on the ridiculous and bitter when anyone beats you!
I love big, fat, natural TT's and you fellas have got'em. I'm glad that you showed some love to well hated Audi TT. Thank you
I love the Audi tt its to good but surprisingly affordable
It's great, I had a gen 2 with a wooky engine... Still mis that car.
The tt rs is the only valid one and it’s not affordable
mk2 tt looks so good man. especially the front
I love you Carwow for doing this race, I beg you do more of these.
What about Corolla vs Supra Evolution drag races?
Do a modern car but all the different engines next! Like showing the difference between all the power options so people know what they are missing out/buying.
Agree.
Had a 2000 VW Jetta vr6. Great engine. Super reliable.
I have a mk2 TTs but i think if Mat had a mk2 TTRS+ with dsg 360 bhp it would be much closer , mk2 TTRS+ is my dream car that is relatively affordable btw :)
The 3.2l is actually a VR6 engine. The VW Golf 4 R32 and Golf 5 R32 also had the same engine. But in the R32, the engine had an even better sound. Unfortunately, the engines often scattered heavily downwards in terms of performance and many did not even reach the factory specification. Old-fashioned technology. In addition, they were heavy, were drinking much fuel and unfortunately often had problems with the timing chain. All this ensured that since the 6th Golf R generation only the 2l turbo has been used. I once had an R32 and the sound was simply divine, even if it is not so super fast by today's standards. Whereby 6,2s from 0-100 km / h is not so slow.
Agreed I have a mk4 r32 for the last 9 years absolutely love it.. sounds amazing and feels superior in all departments.. my mate had the mk6 R.. is was fast but soulless.. he had quite a lot of issues.. he sold and bought a mk5 r32 and hasn't regretted
@@sajidqureshi2175 Six-cylinder engines are still different from four-cylinder engines. And always calling up all the power is not possible in everyday life anyway, then it's better to enjoy the beautiful sound. In addition, the more modern four-cylinder engines are not really much more economical than the naturally aspirated engines. When I let it roll comfortably on the highway, there was also an 8l/100km (29mpg) Most of the time it was around 10-11l/100km (23mpg). And you still have a not slow, safe vehicle and a lovely sound
Took an Audi TT into Wales last year including Black Mountain Pass. Beautiful roads and fun car.
3.2 has probably timing chain issues.
Won't stop it from going fast unless it jumped a tooth, in that case, it wouldn't be racing.
Finally after all these years :)
I love that Yanni never learns the stats :)
Seems like Doug Demuro secretly taking notes of this.
Watching this drag race feels like witnessing a family reunion of the Audi TTs. The Mark I, Mark II, Mark III all gathered here to see who's the fastest
Yanny surprised to see someone pay almost 110k usd for an Audi TT. Look at his eyes even though dude owns a lot of 300k cars
that part got me.
The price isn't strictly much of an issue for Yianni, but that price for a special TT? I doubt he's alone in thinking it's too much, even If there's only 100 of them. Add the fact that the 'special edition' isn't that much different from the current TT, it just further confirms this.
No he said 80k for a TT is too much, which everyone nearly agrees. Not 80k for any car
@@AffyR - OP literally says "110k usd"
@@MrMuz99 yeah dumbass I’m on about yanni in the video