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2017 Audi RS 3

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Rating8.4

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Subcompact Sedan
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$54,500
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Nathan Dyer 

Senior Editor,

Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Overpowers all of its competitors with its explosive 400hp output

Ride quality is affected by the stiff suspension setup

All-new model for 2017

Accurate steering and fun-to-drive dynamics

Limited cubbyholes and small cargo area

Interior matches performance with exceptional quality inside the cabin

Rear row isn't spacious or adequately comfortable unlike competitors

Specs & Features

$54,500

price

400 hp @ 7000 rpm

horsepower

354 lb.-ft. @ 1700 rpm

torque

TBD

transmission

2.5L 5cyl AWD 7A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Competing in the subcompact sedan segment, the 2017 Audi RS 3 Sedan is a direct competitor to the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 45 Sedan, the Cadillac ATS-V Sedan, and the Jaguar XE S Sedan. The RS3 Sedan starts off at an MSRP of $54,500, with a single trim in the lineup. It is offered with a 2.5L twin-turbocharged inline-5 engine and a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, producing 400 horsepower and 354 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the RS3 Sedan manages a 0-60 of 3.6 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 22 MPG.

Buying Advice

The 2017 Audi RS3 Sedan is an immensely powerful and fun-to-drive car in the segment. It is available in a single trim but it comes well-packed with features and a potent powertrain.

Trims

    Base
    $54,500 onwards
    • 19-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
    • Front & rear fog/driving lights
    • Parking assist
    • Rain Sensing Windshield wipers

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Engine

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Rating

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Horsepower

400 hp @ 7000 rpm

Torque

354 lb.-ft. @ 1700 rpm

Capacity

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2017 Audi RS 3 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		3.9 sec12.5 sec155 mph
    2017 Audi S3

    Ranked #2

    		4.7 sec13.6 sec155 mph
    2017 BMW M3

    Ranked #3

    		4.9 sec13.3 sec130 mph
    		5.2 sec13.6 sec155 mph
    		5.4 sec13.9 sec142 mph
    		5.6 sec14.1 sec-
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    2017 Audi RS 3 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		SourceCompare
      		19 mpg28 mpg22 mpg14.5 gal.275.50/406 mi.
      		26 mpg34 mpg28 mpg12.4 gal.310/421.6 mi.
      2017 Audi A6

      Ranked #1

      		24 mpg34 mpg28 mpg19.8 gal.475.2/673.2 mi.
      		24 mpg34 mpg28 mpg17.4 gal.- -
      		24 mpg33 mpg28 mpg15.5 gal.372/511.5 mi.
      		24 mpg34 mpg27 mpg18 gal.432/612 mi.

      2017 Audi RS 3 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        2017 Audi RS 3

        Ranked #12

        		176.3 in.70.7 in.55 in.7 in.103.6 in.
        		204.1 in.74 in.58 in.7 in.122.4 in.
        		195.5 in.72.2 in.57.2 in.6 in.114.6 in.
        		195.2 in.78.2 in.57.4 in.4.1 in.116.5 in.
        		194.6 in.73.5 in.58.2 in.5.7 in.117.1 in.
        2017 Audi A6

        Ranked #5

        		194.2 in.73.8 in.57.8 in.7 in.114.6 in.

        2017 Audi RS 3 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		SourceCompare
          2017 Audi RS 3

          Ranked #12

          		10 cu.ft.-4.4 cu.ft.
          		14.7 cu.ft.91 cu.ft.15.9 cu.ft.
          		13.2 cu.ft.90.7 cu.ft.3.7 cu.ft.
          		15.3 cu.ft.108.2 cu.ft.15.3 cu.ft.
          2017 Audi S3

          Ranked #4

          		--62.9 cu.ft.
          		-88.2 cu.ft.53.2 cu.ft.

          2017 Audi RS 3 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            		SourceCompare
            		4.4 cu.ft.10 cu.ft.4.4 cu.ft.-
            2017 Audi S3

            Ranked #2

            		62.9 cu.ft.-62.9 cu.ft.-
            		73 cu.ft.15.3 cu.ft.15.3 cu.ft.-
            		137.4 cu.ft.14.7 cu.ft.15.9 cu.ft.98 ft.
            		12 cu.ft.12.3 cu.ft.12 cu.ft.-
            2017 BMW M3

            Ranked #6

            		41 cu.ft.13 cu.ft.15.2 cu.ft.98 ft.

            2017 Audi RS 3 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              		-3593 lbs.
              		860 lbs.3746 lbs.
              		1123 lbs.3647 lbs.
              		827 lbs.2935 lbs.
              		-3770 lbs.
              2017 Audi A6

              Ranked #1

              		-3858 lbs.

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