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03/13/2017
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Audi RS 3 Sportback

Engine

  • Newly developed 2.5 TFSI with aluminum crankcase, dual injection (intake manifold and direct injection)
  • 294 kW (400 hp), 480 Nm (354.0 lb-ft) of torque between 1,700 and 5,850 rpm
  • 33 hp more output than its predecessor, 26 kilograms (57.3 lb) lighter 
  • 4.1 seconds from 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62.1 mph)
  • Maximum speed of 250 km/h (155.3 mph), optionally 280 km/h (174.0 mph)
  • Fuel consumption: RS 3 Sedan 8.3 liters per 100 kilometers (28.3 US mpg), 
  • 188 g CO2 per kilometer (302.6 g/mi); RS 3 Sportback 8.3 liters per 
  • 100 kilometers (28.3 US mpg), 189 g CO2 per kilometer (304.2 g/mi)
  • Striking five-cylinder sound

Drivetrain

  • Seven-speed S tronic with gearshift paddles and Launch Control as standard
  • quattro drive with an electro-hydraulically actuated and electronically controlled multi-plate clutch, variable drive torque distribution
  • High degree of stability and dynamic handling thanks to highly precise control

Suspension

  • Body is 25 millimeters (1.0 in) lower than the base model
  • Audi drive select dynamic handling system with four modes, optionally available RS sport suspension plus with adaptive damper control
  • Specially tuned progressive steering, McPherson front axle, four-link rear axle
  • 19-inch wheels with 235/35 tires, 255/30 tires are optionally available at front
  • Internally ventilated, perforated steel discs and eight-piston brake caliper with 
  • RS logo at front, optional carbon ceramic discs at front
  • Electronic stabilization control ESC with sport mode, deactivation function and wheel-selective torque control

Exterior

  • Singleframe with quattro logo and honeycomb grill, striking blade on the front, large air inlets, flared wheel arches, roof edge spoiler (Sportback)/rear spoiler lip (Sedan), diffuser insert, RS exhaust system with large oval tailpipes
  • Track 20 millimeters (0.8 in) wider at the front compared to the A3
  • RS 3 Sedan track width at rear 14 millimeters (0.6 in) wider
  • LED headlights standard, optional Matrix LED technology
  • Curb weight (without driver): RS 3 Sportback 1,510 kilograms (3,329.0 lb); RS 3 Sedan 1,515 kilograms (3,340.0 lb)

Interior and controls

  • RS-embossed sport seats as standard, featuring contrast stitching in gray or red
  • Optional RS sport seats with integrated head restraints, diamond quilting and colored perforation
  • Decorative inlays in titanium gray with 3D glass look, optionally available in 
  • carbon fiber and aluminum Race design light
  • MMI monitor with 7-inch screen diagonal as standard, MMI with intuitive operating logic
  • Free text search and natural language voice control
  • Optionally available Audi virtual cockpit with high-resolution 12.3-inch display, three display modes, including an RS screen with large rev counter

Infotainment

Driver assistance systems

All terms marked in the text are explained in detail in the technology lexicon at www.audi-mediacenter.com/en/technology-lexicon

The equipment, data and prices specified in this document refer to the model range offered in Germany. Subject to change without notice; errors and omissions excepted.