2011, AUDI, RS3

Year

2011

Brand/Make

AUDI

Model

RS3

Description

The Audi RS 3 is derivative of the A3 Sportback with a 5-cylinder, 2,480 cc (151 cu in) turbocharged engine rated at 340 PS (250 kW; 335 hp) and 450 N⋅m (332 lb⋅ft), vermicular-graphite cast iron crankcase, seven-speed S tronic transmission with two automatic modes and one manual mode, Quattro on-demand four-wheel drive system, widened track to 1,564 mm (61.57 in), MacPherson strut in aluminium, lowered body by 25 mm (0.98 in), 19-inch cast aluminium wheels in machine-polished titanium styling. Ventilated brake discs, aluminium brake disk covers, four-piston fixed calipers in high-gloss black with RS logos, electronic stabilization program with Sport mode, flared front fenders made of carbon-fibre-reinforced plastic (CFRP), prominent sill panels and exterior-mirror casings in matte aluminium, roof spoiler, high-gloss black diffuser insert, two elliptical exhaust tailpipes on the left, black interior, sports seats upholstered in Nappa leather with silver contrasting stitching, inlays in Piano black finish or Aluminum Race colour, flat-bottomed leather multifunction sports steering wheel, choice of five body colours are available with an unlimited selection of custom paint finishes. Its acceleration is quoted as 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) in 4.6 seconds, with an electronically limited top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). Optional features included front bucket seats, roof rails in matte aluminium look, styling packages in black or matte aluminium.

Additional information

Modifications on this car

I added a Stage 1 ECU map to the car, bringing the horsepower and torque up to the figures below. I’ve driven this Audi 2.5 engine in two different cars for around 70,000 km, and it’s absolutely bulletproof—it never gives any issues. I’d say it’s the best engine Audi has ever made, and it’s certainly my favourite engine of all time.

The sound is quite different from any other engine, but in a good way. It doesn’t rev particularly high, and there’s a little turbo lag, but it’s strong and always pulls hard. It’s a fun car to drive. Audi fitted this engine in three models: the RS3, the RSQ3, and the TTRS. I’ve owned the first two but not the TTRS. The TTRS with this engine would be amazing—being lighter than the RS3 or RSQ3 would make its performance exceptional.

If you’re thinking of buying one, you should. You won’t be disappointed.

An interesting fact about the RS3: the front wheels are wider than the rear—255s on the front and 235s on the rear—although you don’t really notice this until you look closely.

Vehicle Still Registered

YES

Performance of this car

Maximum Speed

180 mph

Acceleration 0-60mph

4.3 Seconds

Acceleration 0-100kph

4.4 Seconds

1/4 Mile

13.4 Seconds

Engine Details

Engine Cylinders

Inline 5

Engine Capacity

2480 cc

Engine Power

375 HP

Engine Torque

500 lb/ft

Induction

Turbocharged

Fueling Method

Injection

Fuel

Petrol

Transmission Details

Transmission

Automanual

Gears

7 Speed

Drivetrain

Front wheel drive
Rear wheel drive
Four wheel drive
Limited slip differential
Overdrive