A husky, throaty sound, exhilaratingly free-revving and brawny power – the five-cylinder engines from Audi are legendary. The engine of the RS 3 Sportback is the multiple award-winning 2.5 TFSI that produces 270 kW (367 hp) and 465 Nm (343.0 lb-ft) of torque. The turbocharged engine accelerates the compact five-door from 0 to 100 km/h (62.1 mph) in 4.3 seconds, and top speed can be increased to 280 km/h (174.0 mph) upon request. In the NEDC, it consumes just 8.1 liters of fuel per 100 kilometer (29.0 US mpg), with CO2 emissions of 189 grams per kilometer (304.2 g/mi). The 2.5-liter engine has been voted “International Engine of the Year” in its class for five consecutive years since 2010.
A quick-shifting seven-speed S tronic directs the power of the 2.5 TFSI to the quattro permanent all-wheel drive. The quattro system features torque vectoring based on intelligent software, and it is systematically designed for maximum driving enjoyment. The new Audi RS 3 Sportback steers directly into curves; its power distribution can be varied from balanced/neutral to significantly rear biased, depending on the mode selected in the Audi drive select handling system.
Compared with the Audi A3 Sportback, the body is 25 millimeters (1.0 in) lower. The pivot bearings of the front axle, progressive steering, RS-specific sport suspension and optional Audi magnetic ride adaptive damper control have been designed specifically for the RS.
Combined fuel consumption in l/100 km: 8.3 – 8.1 (28.3 – 29.0 US mpg)
Combined CO2 emissions in g/km: 194 – 189 (312.2 – 304.2 US mpg)
(Figures vary depending on engine/transmission/wheels/tires)
The equipment and data specified in this document refer to the model range offered in Germany. Subject to change without notice; errors and omissions excepted.