Rumor is that Audi is developing a modern 5-cylinder turbocharged FSI engine for an upcoming TTS or TT RS model. Though it’d be mounted transversely in the TT, the idea of an in-line 5, particularly one with the latest in FSI injection technology certainly draws attention at the very mention. Having heard this rumor, I’ve asked just about anyone with the four ring logo on their business card for a gauge on the likelihood of such a motor. None have said no, but none have confirmed it either. Claiming ignorance with the occasional smile leads one to believe that such an engine is being considered, if not developed. Okay, we’re part-way there.
Were this engine to go into production, it could likely be Audi’s version of the Hemi. Turbocharged Audi 5-cylinder motors, particularly with rare RS2 or Sport quattro componentry, hold as much cred amongst Audi loyalists as the legendary Hemi did for Mopar freaks.
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