AUDI RS3 Sedan (8Y)
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AUDI RS3 Sedan (8Y) 2.5 TFSIvsAUDI RS3 Sedan (8Y) · Facelift 2024 2.5 TFSI
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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2.5 TFSI
Comparison overview
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AUDI RS3 Sedan (8Y) 2.5 TFSI 2021-2024
- Quickest 0-100 km/h3.8 s
- Fastest top speed265 km/h165 mph Unrestricted250 km/h155 mph Restricted
- Most powerful400 hp298 kW
- Highest torque500 Nm369 lb-ft
- Lowest combined fuel consumption8.7 L/100 km27.0 mpg US32.5 mpg UK
- Best estimated range632 km393 mi
- Largest trunk321 L
- Best overall score75/100
- Best performance score78/100
- Best economy score83/100
- Best practicality score68/100
AUDI RS3 Sedan (8Y) Facelift 2024 2.5 TFSI 2024-present
- Lightest1,565 kg3,450 lb
- Best power-to-weight256 hp/t191 kW/t3.9 kg/hp
Specification comparison
| Model | AUDIRS3 Sedan (8Y)2.5 TFSI2021-2024 | AUDIRS3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 20242.5 TFSI2024-present |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 400hp298kW | 400hp298kW |
| Torque | 500Nm369lb-ft | 500Nm369lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,575kg3,472lb | 1,565kg3,450lb |
| Gross weight | 2,080kg4,586lb | 2,055kg4,530lb |
| Top speed | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 35.8s99% target: 262 km/h / 163 mph Calculated | 35.7s99% target: 262 km/h / 163 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.8s | 3.8s |
| 0-200 km/h | 11.1s Calculated | 11.1s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 3.6s Calculated | 3.6s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 8.7L/100 km27mpg US32.5mpg UK | 9.4L/100 km25mpg US30.1mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 11.6L/100 km20.3mpg US24.4mpg UK | - |
| Fuel consumption highway | 7L/100 km33.6mpg US40.4mpg UK | - |
| Quarter mile | 11.6s Calculated | 11.6s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 254hp/t189kW/t115hp/1000 lb Calculated | 256hp/t191kW/t116hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 317Nm/t212lb-ft/ton Calculated | 319Nm/t214lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 632km393mi Calculated | 585km364mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 2,480cc151cu in | 2,480cc151cu in |
| Length | 4,542mm179in | 4,533mm178in |
| Width | 1,851mm73in | 1,851mm73in |
| Height | 1,412mm56in | 1,412mm56in |
| Wheelbase | 2,631mm104in | 2,631mm104in |
| Front track | 1,592mm63in | 1,592mm63in |
| Rear track | 1,524mm60in | 1,524mm60in |
| Trunk volume | 321L | 321L |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 55L | 55L |
| CO2 emissions | 198g/km | - |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- AUDI RS3 Sedan (8Y) 2.5 TFSI 2021-2024: Power / Torque
- AUDI RS3 Sedan (8Y) Facelift 2024 2.5 TFSI 2024-present: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUDIRS3 Sedan (8Y)2.5 TFSI2021-2024 | 5,600-7,000 rpm | 2,250-5,600 rpm | 7,250 rpm |
| AUDIRS3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 20242.5 TFSI2024-present | 5,600-7,000 rpm | 2,250-5,600 rpm | 7,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | AUDIRS3 Sedan (8Y)2.5 TFSI2021-2024 | AUDIRS3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 20242.5 TFSI2024-present |
|---|---|---|
| Acceleration checkpoints | ||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 3.6 s | 3.6 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 3.8 s | 3.8 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 11.1 s | 11.1 s |
| Top speed | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Limited | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||
60 ft 18 m | 2.1 s | 2.1 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.2 s | 5.2 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 7.7 s | 7.7 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 9.8 s | 9.8 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 11.6 s | 11.6 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 204 km/h 127 mph | 204 km/h 127 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIRS3 Sedan (8Y)2.5 TFSI2021-2024 | 400 hp 298 kW |
| AUDIRS3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 20242.5 TFSI2024-present | 400 hp 298 kW |
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIRS3 Sedan (8Y)2.5 TFSI2021-2024 | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft |
| AUDIRS3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 20242.5 TFSI2024-present | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIRS3 Sedan (8Y)2.5 TFSI2021-2024 | 1,575 kg 3,472 lb |
| AUDIRS3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 20242.5 TFSI2024-present | 1,565 kg 3,450 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIRS3 Sedan (8Y)2.5 TFSI2021-2024 | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
| AUDIRS3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 20242.5 TFSI2024-present | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIRS3 Sedan (8Y)2.5 TFSI2021-2024 | 3.8 s |
| AUDIRS3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 20242.5 TFSI2024-present | 3.8 s |
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIRS3 Sedan (8Y)2.5 TFSI2021-2024 | 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK |
| AUDIRS3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 20242.5 TFSI2024-present | 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK |
The biggest fuel consumption difference is between AUDI RS3 Sedan (8Y) 2.5 TFSI 2021-2024 and AUDI RS3 Sedan (8Y) Facelift 2024 2.5 TFSI 2024-present: 0.7 L/100 km.
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIRS3 Sedan (8Y)2.5 TFSI2021-2024 | 254 hp/t 189 kW/t 3.9 kg/hp |
| AUDIRS3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 20242.5 TFSI2024-present | 256 hp/t 191 kW/t 3.9 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIRS3 Sedan (8Y)2.5 TFSI2021-2024 | 632 km 393 mi |
| AUDIRS3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 20242.5 TFSI2024-present | 585 km 364 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUDIRS3 Sedan (8Y)2.5 TFSI2021-2024 | 400 hp 298 kW | 3.8 s | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
| AUDIRS3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 20242.5 TFSI2024-present | 400 hp 298 kW | 3.8 s | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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| AUDIRS3 Sedan (8Y)2.5 TFSI2021-2024 |
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| AUDIRS3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 20242.5 TFSI2024-present |
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Performance vs fuel economy
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| AUDIRS3 Sedan (8Y)2.5 TFSI2021-2024 |
| 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIRS3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 20242.5 TFSI2024-present |
| 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK | ||||||
AUDI RS3 Sedan (8Y) 2.5 TFSI 2021-2024 is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
|---|---|---|
| AUDIRS3 Sedan (8Y)2.5 TFSI2021-2024 | 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK | 3.8 s |
| AUDIRS3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 20242.5 TFSI2024-present | 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK | 3.8 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
|---|---|---|
| AUDIRS3 Sedan (8Y)2.5 TFSI2021-2024 | 254 hp/t 189 kW/t 3.9 kg/hp | 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK |
| AUDIRS3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 20242.5 TFSI2024-present | 256 hp/t 191 kW/t 3.9 kg/hp | 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | AUDIRS3 Sedan (8Y)2.5 TFSI2021-2024 | AUDIRS3 Sedan (8Y)Facelift 20242.5 TFSI2024-present | ||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 400 hp 298 kW | 400 hp 298 kW | ||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 3.8 s | 3.8 s | ||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,575 kg 3,472 lb | 1,565 kg 3,450 lb | ||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK | 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 632 km 393 mi | 585 km 364 mi | ||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 198 g/km | - | ||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 321 L 11.3 cu ft | 321 L 11.3 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 254 hp/t 189 kW/t 3.9 kg/hp | 256 hp/t 191 kW/t 3.9 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | AUDI RS3 Sedan (8Y) 2.5 TFSI 2021-2024 | AUDI RS3 Sedan (8Y) Facelift 2024 2.5 TFSI 2024-present |
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| Consumption | 8.7 L/100 km27 mpg US32.5 mpg UK | 9.4 L/100 km25 mpg US30.1 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 15.22 LC100 km | 16.45 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 24.50 LC100 mi | 26.47 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,305 L345 US gal287 UK gal | 1,410 L372 US gal310 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 2,284 LC/year | 2,468 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
AUDI RS3 Sedan (8Y) 2.5 TFSI 2021-2024
- Uses 0.7 L/100 km less fuel
- Has 47 km (29 mi) more estimated range
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
Cons
- Heaviest
AUDI RS3 Sedan (8Y) Facelift 2024 2.5 TFSI 2024-present
- Is 10 kg lighter
- Has 2 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Lightest
- Best power-to-weight ratio
Cons
- Highest combined fuel consumption
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