Audi bringing TT Clubsport Turbo concept to Worthersee - Autoblog (blog)
Is the world ready for an Audi TT with 600 horsepower. Billed as a "technology concept," this TT show car packs a 2. 5-liter inline-five with two electric turbochargers. Audi is developing electric turbos for its diesel engines, but has found a performance application here in a gasoline engine. Weighing in at 3,078 pounds and with those electric turbos spooling up quick, it's said to reach 62 in 3. 6 seconds en route to a top speed of over 192 miles per hour. The turbos are powered by a 48-volt electrical system, juiced by a compact lithium-ion battery in the trunk that can store regenerated power. It's also got a coilover suspension and electric jack to get over obstacles like curbs and speed bumps. All of which makes for a rather stunning concept, even if its encroachment on the R8 means it will likely never see production. the Audi TT clubsport turbo technology concept car. - Premiere at Wörthersee: show car has 2. 5 TFSI and electric biturbo. Wide add-on parts, a powerful rear wing and a power output of 441 kW (600 hp) – the Audi TT clubsport turbo impresses with its power and design. Source: www.autoblog.com
