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2018 Audi RS 3

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$54,900
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 1, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Charismatic exterior design

Cramped second-row

New model with full production after being in limited production for 2017

Fast on its feet

Unsatisfactory cargo capacity

Well-equipped cabin

Specs & Features

$54,900

price

400 hp @ 7000 rpm

horsepower

354 lb.-ft. @ 1700 rpm

torque

7-Speed Automated Manual

transmission

2.5L 5cyl AWD 7AM

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2018 Audi RS 3 Sedan makes for an excellent contender in the subcompact sedan class. With standalone trim on offer, the Audi RS 3 has a base MSRP of $54,900. It competes directly with the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 45, the Jaguar XE S, and the BMW M3. Only a 2.5L Turbo Inline-5 engine is offered, mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. Together, they produce 400 horsepower and 354 lb-ft of torque. Accelerating from 0-60 in 3.9 seconds, the RS 3 maintains a combined fuel economy of 22 MPG. Audi offers the RS 3 in 7 stunning colors, with the Catalunya Red Metallic being our particular favorite.

Buying Advice

The RS 3 not only upgrades the performance compared to the A3 model but it also provides more luxury appointments and features. Furthermore, we suggest the Driver Assistance Package for extra driving aids. Just in case, you want to change its appearance to the darker side, the Black Optic Package is also available for you. 

Trims

    Base
    $54,900 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
    S Tronic
    $54,900 onwards
    • Engine: 2.5L 5cyl AWD 7AM
    • Horsepower: 400 hp @ 5850 rpm hp
    • Torque: 354 lb.-ft. @ 1700 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 3.9 sec
    • Top Speed: 155 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 22 mpg

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2018 Audi RS 3 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		3.9 sec12.5 sec155 mph
    2018 BMW M3

    Ranked #2

    		4.1 sec12.3 sec155 mph
    2018 Audi S4

    Ranked #3

    		4.4 sec13.1 sec155 mph
    2018 Audi S7

    Ranked #4

    		4.5 sec13.1 sec155 mph
    		4.6 sec--
    2018 Audi S3

    Ranked #6

    		4.7 sec13.6 sec155 mph
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    2018 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.261.8/476 mi.
      		25 mpg34 mpg28 mpg19.5 gal.487.5/663 mi.
      		24 mpg34 mpg28 mpg12.4 gal.310/421.6 mi.
      		25 mpg34 mpg28 mpg16.6 gal.348.6/498 mi.
      		25 mpg33 mpg28 mpg22.2 gal.555/732.6 mi.
      2018 Audi A6

      Ranked #1

      		25 mpg34 mpg28 mpg19.8 gal.495/673.2 mi.

      2018 Audi RS 3 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        2018 Audi RS 3

        Ranked #14

        		176.3 in.70.7 in.55 in.7 in.103.6 in.
        		206.1 in.74.8 in.57.5 in.6.6 in.123 in.
        		206.1 in.74.8 in.57.5 in.6.5 in.123 in.
        		204.1 in.74 in.58 in.7 in.122.4 in.
        2018 Audi S7

        Ranked #3

        		196.3 in.75.2 in.55 in.4.4 in.114.8 in.
        		195.7 in.76.6 in.57.5 in.4.5 in.118 in.

        2018 Audi RS 3 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		SourceCompare
          2018 Audi RS 3

          Ranked #12

          		10 cu.ft.89.3 cu.ft.13.2 cu.ft.
          		12 cu.ft.95.4 cu.ft.218.9 cu.ft.
          2018 Audi S4

          Ranked #2

          		13 cu.ft.116.8 cu.ft.101.7 cu.ft.
          2018 Audi S7

          Ranked #3

          		24.5 cu.ft.127.3 cu.ft.97.1 cu.ft.
          		15.2 cu.ft.99.4 cu.ft.15.2 cu.ft.
          		13.7 cu.ft.97 cu.ft.13.7 cu.ft.

          2018 Audi RS 3 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            		SourceCompare
            		13.2 cu.ft.10 cu.ft.13.2 cu.ft.210 ft.
            		83.2 cu.ft.13.7 cu.ft.13.7 cu.ft.211 ft.
            		218.9 cu.ft.12 cu.ft.218.9 cu.ft.-
            		8.8 cu.ft.19.1 cu.ft.8.8 cu.ft.50 ft.
            2018 Audi S3

            Ranked #5

            		15.4 cu.ft.8.2 cu.ft.8.2 cu.ft.-
            		-17.7 cu.ft.--

            2018 Audi RS 3 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              		992 lbs.3593 lbs.
              		827 lbs.2935 lbs.
              		905 lbs.3521 lbs.
              		-3472 lbs.
              		870 lbs.4850 lbs.
              2018 Audi S4

              Ranked #1

              		-3858 lbs.

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