Cars similar to Audi TT
Explore cars similar to the Audi TT and discover the best Audi TT alternatives for performance, style and value
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Cars like the Audi TT
If you’re searching for cars similar to the Audi TT, you’re probably after something compact, stylish, economical and fun to drive.
Although it's now been discontinued, we think the Audi TT defined the affordable, sporty coupé, but there’s plenty more where that came from.
Here are 12 of our favourite alternatives to the Audi TT.
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Our top 12 cars similar to the Audi TT
Porsche 718 Cayman
Alpine A110
BMW Z4
Jaguar F-Type
Toyota GR86
Lotus Emira
Mazda MX-5
MG Cyberster
Hyundai i30 N Fastback
MINI Cooper JCW
Audi S3 and RS3
Honda Civic Type R
Cars like the Audi TT
Porsche 718 Cayman
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The Cayman is probably the most similar car to the Audi TT in terms of size and layout, but it’s arguably the sportier of the two with a bigger focus on driving performance.
‘718’ refers to the generation, and the Cayman is Porsche’s cheapest sports car, below the iconic 911. If you want the wind-in-your-hair feeling, consider the 718 Boxster, which is nearly identical but has a soft top.
It beats the Audi TT on steering feel and handling, and the whole experience from interior to engine sound feels more premium.
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Alpine A110
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It might not be the obvious choice, but the Alpine A110 is a worthy rival to the Audi TT – it’s lightweight, compact and looks the part.
Just like the TT, it’s a two-seat coupé that has a real minimalist vibe, and there are a few different models to pick from each with different power outputs.
We think it beats the Audi on agility and driver engagement, particularly when it comes to twisty country roads.
BMW Z4
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BMW’s smallest sports car is the Z4, though it has a totally different look to the TT. Its long bonnet and roadster-style drop-top sets apart style-wise.
While the TT is front-wheel-drive, the Z4 is rear-wheel-drive so feels more engaging, plus you get BMW’s silky smooth 3.0-litre straight-six in higher-spec versions.
This is probably the closest you can get in terms of market position and brand appeal, but it does have a different feel to the TT.
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Jaguar F-Type
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Like the TT, the F-Type has also been discontinued, but you can buy used ones for much less.
It has the same long bonnet styling as the Z4 above, but engine options include 2.0-litre petrols, 3.0-litre V6s and bonkers 5.0-litre V8s.
If you like the sound of the Audi TT RS’s 2.5-litre five-cylinder engine, the F-Type’s V8 is a good substitute. Some may say it’s better. We’ll let you be the judge of that.
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Toyota GR86
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Toyota doesn’t just build sensible hybrids; it also has a strong history of building various performance models, and the GR86 (formerly GT86) is the most accessible.
This compact rear-wheel-drive coupé stands out for its simplistic engineering and faff-free cabin, and like the TT, there’s the option of a manual gearbox.
It uses a 2.4-litre boxer engine (thanks to Toyota’s relationship with Subaru), so this too has a unique sound.
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Lotus Emira
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As you’d expect, the Lotus Emira feels very much the sports car, yet this latest coupé feels far more high-end than previous Lotus generations.
Engine choices include a turbocharged 2.0-litre petrol with 360hp or 400hp, or a 400hp 3.5-litre V6.
Sure, a new one could cost up to £100,000 (or more with a few options), but it'll hold on to its value quite well.
Mazda MX-5
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Mazda’s MX-5 needs no introduction – think of it as the more analogue, back-to-basics alternative to the TT Roadster.
It beats that car on affordability and pure fun, and running costs are also generally lower because it’s so light.
Pick from the popular soft-top or the slightly rarer ‘RF’ hard top, but you don’t get a coupé model as you do with the TT.
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MG Cyberster
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Ok, this one’s a bit of a reach, but we think the MG Cyberster is one of the only worthy electric rivals to the Audi TT.
Despite the scissor doors, three-screen wraparound cockpit, seven-inch central touchscreen and electric soft-top, the price tag isn’t as high as many other sports cars.
Expect 300 miles of range, give or take (depending on configuration), with 0-62mph covered in 5.0 seconds or 3.2 seconds.
Hyundai i30 N Fastback
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Where hot hatches offer the best blend of practicality, coupés are all about style, and the i30 N Fastback meets these two notions in the middle.
We already know the i30 N is one of the best-driving hot hatches out there, but the Fastback version might be the best looking (while retaining the practicality of rear doors).
Power comes from a 280hp 2.0-litre petrol engine, with 0-62mph covered in as little as 5.4 seconds.
MINI Cooper JCW
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While the MINI Cooper JCW may not be a coupé like the TT, it does feel every bit as premium and well-designed.
It’s similar in that it’s front-wheel-drive, but it has a nice firm ride and super-sharp steering that give it one of the best names in the hot hatch world.
If you’re more focused on quality and feel over a coupé look, you may also want to consider the MINI Convertible JCW, lesser-powered versions, or electric models.
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Audi S3 and RS3
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Same brand, similar engines and optional quattro all-wheel drive, the warm and hot versions of Audi’s A3 hatchback and saloon are the best alternative if you’re looking to stay in-house.
Audi’s interior might feel more minimal, with a comprehensive digital instrument cluster and no central infotainment display, but the S3/RS3 feels very familiar nonetheless.
Obviously, the biggest difference is that these are hatchbacks and saloons, not coupés and convertibles, so it depends exactly what you’re after.
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Honda Civic Type R
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The Civic Type R has a similar cult following and brand loyalty as the TT, though it’s more similar to the i30 N Fastback in terms of design and practicality.
Honda pays huge attention to the Type R’s mechanics and underpinnings, so you know you’re getting some of the best performance this side of a supercar.
If you like the TT RS’s look, you’ll probably like the Civic Type R too. The triple exhausts and huge rear spoiler are very aggressive.
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Our top picks for Audi TT alternatives
What’s the cheapest Audi TT alternative?
The cheapest Audi TT alternatives are the Mazda MX-5 and previous-generation versions of the MINI JCW, but BMW Z4, Toyota GR86, Hyundai i30 N Fastback and Audi S3/RS3 models can be similar in price if you’re looking at a higher budget.
Which has the best performance?
The best performance comes from the MG Cyberster, Jaguar F-Type V8 and Audi RS3, but the Lotus Emira, Alpine A110, BMW Z4 M40i and Porsche 718 Cayman are also very quick.
Which car similar to the Audi TT has the best tech?
The Audi S3 and RS3 have near-identical in-car tech, but the BMW Z4 and Porsche 718 Cayman offer advanced tech too. If you like the TT’s digital cockpit, take a look at the MG Cyberster’s digital setup.
What Audi TT alternative is the most efficient?
The most efficient options include the Mazda MX-5, Alpine A110 and MINI Cooper JCW. The MINI Cooper Electric JCW and MG Cyberster can be even cheaper to run if you have access to home charging.
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