Audi officially confirms electric TT successor that will share platform with upcoming Porsche 718 models

Rebirth of a Legend: Audi Confirms Electric TT Successor for 2027 Codenamed “C-Sport”

INGOLSTADT – After three years of silence and intense speculation, fans of the brand with the four rings finally have reason to celebrate. Audi CEO Gernot Döllner has put an end to the uncertainty in an internal letter to employees, confirming that the spirit of the TT will live on in an all-electric era. The new project, known internally as the “C-Sport”, promises to redefine the compact sports car segment, based on close technical collaboration with Porsche.

A Technical "Dowry" from Porsche

The biggest news is not just the confirmation of production, but also the architecture that the new model will adopt. Although there were initially fears that Audi might abandon the project due to uncertainties over the future of the Porsche 718 models (Cayman and Boxster), Döllner was adamant: "The delivery of the platform by Porsche is not in question."

The new “C-Sport” will use a deeply modified version of the PPE (Premium Platform Electric) architecture. To maintain the agility that made the TT famous, engineers moved the battery pack from the floor to behind the seats (a “mid-engine” battery configuration), allowing for a much lower driving position and an optimal center of gravity.

“Radical Next” Design: Simplicity as the Ultimate Form of Refinement

If the original Audi TT from 1998 shocked the world with its pure geometric shapes, its successor promises a similar visual impact. Designed under the guidance of new head of design, Massimo Frascella, the production model will take over 80% of the lines of the spectacular Concept C, presented last year in Milan.

    "TT has always been about clarity. The new model will follow our Radical Next philosophy – we eliminate everything unnecessary until only the essence of emotion remains," Frascella said in a recent interview.

The car will adopt a restyled vertical grille and a "bubble" silhouette, paying homage to the first generation, but with futuristic technological elements, such as customizable OLED light signatures.

Performance: Quattro All-Wheel Drive and Electric Agility

Although final specifications are still under wraps, the internal letter confirms a dual-motor system for the top-of-the-range versions, guaranteeing Quattro all-wheel drive. The target weight is around 1,700 kg, an impressive figure for an electric vehicle, achieved through extensive use of aluminum and composite materials.

How much will the new "electric TT" cost? (Price Estimate)

While Audi hasn't announced official pricing yet, the model's positioning between the old TT and the exclusive (and now retired) R8 gives us some clues. Given the costs of the shared platform with Porsche and the advanced battery technology, we'd expect the following price thresholds:

• Base version (Rear-wheel drive, ~300 HP): Approximately €68,000 – €72,000.
• Quattro version (Dual-motor, ~450 HP): Approximately €85,000.
• Performance variant (possible successor to the TT RS): Could exceed the €100,000 threshold, entering directly into the territory of luxury sports models.

The official launch is scheduled for the first half of 2027, with first deliveries to take place towards the end of the same year.