THIS week, we compare one of the most important cars to be launched this year, the second generation Audi TT, against a coupe that has done good business in the fleet market, the Mazda RX-8.

The old TT performs well in the used arena and CAP has very high expectations for the new model, and has predicted some of the best residuals for any car in any sector. It would seem CAP is convinced Audi has managed to replace its iconic car with another that will also set used buyers’ hearts alight.

Audi TT Coupe: Price new £24,437

Mileage Age (months) Predicted value Money lost
20,000 12 £19,075/78% £5,362
30,000 18 £17,225/70% £7,212
40,000 24 £15,575/64% £8,862
50,000 30 £14,100/58% £10,337
60,000 36 £12,825/52% £11,612

Source: CAP Motor Research

Mazda RX-8: Price new £22,652

Mileage Age (months) Predicted value Money lost
20,000 12 £14,950/66% £7,702
30,000 18 £13,200/58% £9,452
40,000 24 £11,675/52% £10,977
50,000 30 £10,325/46% £12,327
60,000 36 £9,150/40% £13,502

Source: CAP Motor Research