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- 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
- Second-generation modular infotainment platform
- Navigation systems including LTE module for fast online connection and
- Wi-Fi hotspot for surfing and streaming on mobile end devices
- Audi connect SIM with data flat rate (up to three years use of Audi connect
- services free of charge) and roaming throughout the EU ex-factory
- Audi MMI connect app
- Audi smartphone interface for Android and iOS
- Audi phone box for wireless charging
- Bang & Olufsen Sound System
Driver assistance systems
- Numerous assistance systems ensure safety and comfort
- Highlights:
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.