Coupé GT B2

The Audi Coupe GT (B2), produced 1980-1988 as sporting variant of Audi 80 platform offering distinctive two-door coupe styling, features range of economical inline-five cylinder engines including base 1.9-liter producing 115 PS (113 bhp/85 kW), popular 2.0-liter developing 115 PS providing adequate performance, and flagship 2.2-liter generating 115 PS in catalyzed specification paired with five-speed manual transmission driving front wheels through Audi characteristic quattro-ready chassis architecture. Performance-focused specification achieves approximately 10.3-second 0-100 km/h acceleration and 183-189 km/h top speed depending on engine variant, supported by independent MacPherson strut front suspension, torsion beam rear axle, and upgraded ventilated disc brakes creating refined driving dynamics for 1980s era.

The Coupe GT represents Audi entry-level sporting coupe competing against BMW 3 Series Coupe and Volkswagen Scirocco with emphasis on distinctive Giugiaro-influenced wedge styling, characteristic Audi five-cylinder engine sound, and Germanic build quality at accessible price point. Available trim levels offered progressive equipment enhancements including power windows, central locking, and optional leather upholstery throughout production run serving European markets with various specification levels. Technical sophistication for era includes galvanized bodywork providing excellent corrosion resistance unusual for 1980s vehicles, available digital instrumentation in later models, and sophisticated aerodynamic design achieving low drag coefficient. Popular among Audi enthusiasts as affordable classic representing pre-quattro Coupe GT development establishing design language and engineering philosophy later perfected in subsequent Quattro and Sport Quattro performance variants, the B2 Coupe GT combines practical two-door coupe versatility with characteristic five-cylinder engine note, solid German engineering quality maintaining reliability throughout typical European ownership, and distinctive 1980s styling representing Audi design evolution from conservative brand image toward sporting performance orientation establishing foundation for subsequent S and RS model development throughout 1990s representing crucial stepping stone in Audi motorsport heritage.