DecodedCars2016 Audi TT Roadster
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2016 models.
- Class
- Two Seaters
- Body styles
- 2dr Convertible
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 26 combined · 23 city / 30 hwy
- Length
- 164.6 in
- Curb weight
- 3,373 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 2 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 26 MPG combined — 29% better than the average 2016 two seaters (20.2 MPG).
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 4 similar 2016 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2016 Audi TT Roadster is a two seaters offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 165 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 99-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,373 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 26 MPG combined (23 city / 30 highway), 29% better than the 2016 two seaters average of 20.2 MPG, for an estimated $2,600 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 2 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the air bags.
What changed for 2016
- New body dimensions: 0.4 in shorter, wheelbase +1.6 in — most likely a redesign or new generation
Compared with 2015; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2015 TT Roadster →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2dr Convertible | 164.6 in | 72 in | 53.1 in | 98.8 in | 61.8 / 61 in | 3,373 lb | 59/41 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TT Roadster quattro | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 23 / 30 / 26 | +29% | $2,600 | 336 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2016 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2016 Audi TT Roadster.
Similar 2016 two seaterss
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Audi TT Roadster (this car) | 26 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2016 Porsche Boxster | 25 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2016 Porsche Cayman | 25 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2016 BMW Z4 | 26 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2016 Alfa Romeo 4C | 28 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (2)
Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module · Jan 11, 2019
NHTSA campaign 19V014000 · 119,394 vehicles
- Problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015 Passat, 2015-2016 Eos, 2015-2017 CC, 2016-2017 TT Roadster, TT Coupe, 2017 Audi R8 Coupe, and R8 Spyder vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
- Fix
- Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator with an alternative inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 4, 2019. Volkswagen owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298; Audi owners may contact Audi at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69S8 (Audi) and 69Y5 (Volkswagen).
Exterior Lighting · Sep 6, 2016
NHTSA campaign 16V642000 · 79,895 vehicles
- Problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2016 TT roadster, A3 cabriolet, A3 sedan and A3 e-tron, 2016-2017 TT coupe, 2017 A4 sedan and Q7 and 2015-2017 Q3 vehicles. The affected vehicles may have been programmed with new software that inadvertently makes the side marker lights inoperative in conjunction with the parking lights or the headlights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Risk
- If the side marker lights do not illuminate, the vehicle may be less visible at night, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Audi will notify owners, and dealers will upload revised software to correct the issue, free of charge. This recall began November 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 97CB.
Not every 2016 Audi TT Roadster is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2016 Audi TT Roadster buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Air Bags — 2 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Seats — 1 owner reports. Ask the seller and mechanic specifically about this system.
- Electrical System — 1 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 4,350 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2016 Audi TT Roadster. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other TT Roadster years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 TT Roadster | 26 | 164.6 in | Not rated | 1 | 2 |
| 2017 TT Roadster | 26 | 164.6 in | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2015 TT Roadster | 26 | 165 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 TT Roadster | 26 | 165 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 TT Roadster | 26 | 165 in | Not rated | 0 | 1 |
| 2012 TT Roadster | 26 | 165 in | Not rated | 0 | 1 |
| 2011 TT Roadster | 26 | 165 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 TT Roadster | 24 | 165 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 TT Roadster | 25 | 165.4 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 TT Roadster | 25 | 165 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 TT Roadster | 21 | 161 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 TT Roadster | 21 | 161 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Audi. How we calculate this →