← Audi RS3 · 2021-Present · 8Y

Audi RS3 8Y

Headline trim: 2.5 TFSI quattro — 401 bhp, 0-62 in 3.8s.

Audi RS3 8Y press photo
Verdict
A
BHP
401 bhp
0–60
3.8 s
Top speed
180 mph
MPG
32.0 mpg
Used
£42,000-£68,000

Strengths

  • RS Torque Splitter (rear torque vectoring)
  • Cabin step on
  • 8 driving modes

Weaknesses

  • Heavy
  • No manual
  • Premium pricing

Notable tech

  • MQB Evo platform (A3 8Y sibling)
  • 2.5 TFSI EVO 5-cyl turbo
  • RS Torque Splitter — clutch-based torque vectoring rear axle
  • 7-speed S-Tronic
  • Sportback and Saloon bodies
  • Optional 174 mph speed limit

Common issues

  • Software updates needed early
  • Rear torque-vectoring clutch service
  • Carbon build-up

Engine derivatives

UK trims and engines offered across 8Y's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.

Pick two engines to compare
2.5 TFSI quattro Sportback
BHP401
Torque500 Nm
0–603.8 s
Top180 mph
MPG32 mpg
DriveAWD
Gearbox7DCT
2.5 TFSI quattro Saloon
BHP401
Torque500 Nm
0–603.8 s
Top180 mph
MPG32 mpg
DriveAWD
Gearbox7DCT
RS3 Performance Edition
BHP407
Torque500 Nm
0–603.8 s
Top186 mph
MPG32 mpg
DriveAWD
Gearbox7DCT