2022 Audi RS 3 - POV First Impressions
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 9 ก.ค. 2024
- Base Price: $59,995 (including destination)
Engine: Inline-5 Cylinder Turbo
401 hp @ 6500 rpm: 369 lb-ft torque @ 3500 rpm
7-Speed Dual Clutch Automatic Transmission
Tires: Pirelli P Zero PZ4 F: 265/30ZR-19 (93Y), R: 245/35ZR-19 (93Y) Wheelbase: 103.6 in, Length: 178.8 in, Width: 72.9 in, Height: 55.6 in
Curb Weight: 3639 lb
Fuel Economy: City/Highway: 20/29 mpg
Options:
RS Technology package - Audi Navigation Plus, Bang & Olufsen sound system, head-up display) - $2750
RS sport exhaust - $1000
Black Optic Plus package (19-inch matte black wheels, summer tires, black Audi badges and roof) - $750
Kemora Gray metallic paint - $595
Side and rear cross traffic assist - $350
Price as tested: $65,440
0:00 Interior & Exterior Walkaround
9:44 Driving Impressions
21:42 Launch Control
22:02 RS Torque Rear
26:45 Final Thoughts
34:56 Bonus Driving
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Links to the 2022 Audi S3 reviews:
2022 Audi S3 - POV Review & Final Thoughts - th-cam.com/video/l-WaXs9o6yw/w-d-xo.html
2022 Audi S3 - POV First Impressions (Winter Night Drive) - th-cam.com/video/n_Cbf88XEfE/w-d-xo.html
Hello. I just recently bought one. It's awesome but have quite a bit a steering wheel vibration. Did you experience that at all?
Nice extensive review. Does this RS3 have double glass windows?
As a 20 year old college student, this is my dream car 😮💨😮💨
Same here. 21 yr old with dreams of a 5 cyl Audi 🥰
What is wrong with third worlders
Same bro 😎
@@Gaben38 What's wrong with you trolling everyone thinking you are smart? Everybody knows you start with a small step.
At less them 100k this car is highly attainable. Keep pushing.
Audi does a really good job when it comes to button sounds. Even the touchscreen's "sound" is really nice.
This. Audi does tactile buttons like no other company - every single switch regardless of location all have a satisfying click feel & clicking sound, almost like a mechanical keyboard.
@@Trades46 very true, they make some fantastic buttons and knobs. I wish the steering wheel controls in the 3 series cars were a little nicer like the 5 series cars, but they've gotta get some cost out of it somewhere and I s'pose that's not a bad spot. The steering wheel buttons are still nice enough haha.
Robbie Hagberg what's the lights on okay I'll be there in the morning and see how it goes I lost my phone earlier when we want me to touch base with the y thank you so much right to the lights go your fault not a big deal and see what happens and
Why do they have to move away from that? It completely baffles me! There’s NOTHING WRONG with the physical buttons!
@@hstaff3336 Touchscreens are cheaper, and give off the whole "high tech" vibe that non-car people want.
That “bargain R8” sound is unforgettable 👀
Just hearing that 2.5L inline 5 cylinder is heaven for me :) I'm glad Audi put a 5 cylinder in this car~
yeah! having an 2.5 i5 Jetta, i would love to drive an rs3, i prefer muscle cars but that looks like a perfect every day car for me :)
Sounds like a 1.1 fiesta under the hood, interior sound is through speakers
@@OrdinaryJoe12Nothing is piped into RS3 with speakers. It’s all real sound. This car doesn’t need piped in sound. My 18 is loud with factory exhaust. My wife is always complaining it’s loud.
@@BorgWarnerKP39 The Jetta 2.5 and RS3 2.5 are totally opposite engines. Not one part is even the same. RS3 engine is over 20k. The 2.5 Jetta car a whole was under 20k. Then the trans is another 20k.
Audi did no skimp out on the best parts. They were very giving.
@@BorgWarnerKP39 I grew up with Mustangs and had a ton of modified ones from Fox bodies to 03 Cobra. I had a lot of fun.
I’ve had my 18 RS3 and it sounds awesome. Been polled over two times for loud exhaust. It’s all factory. Sounds amazing as it has this unique sound no other car makes. Only thing the same and better is an R8 and Lamborghini Huracan with V10. Same parts and similar firing order. Just a louder version of 5 cylinder Audi.
Audi is killing it with their new cars. They just keep getting better and better
And double the price. I'd say the competition is catching up
still slow compared to mercedes, and bmw sadly if their power train was better they would easily surpass mercedes
It’s not that they are slower per se they just leave a lot of headroom more than the competitors which is good for practical people who want more reliability. And if speeds ur game then tune and use some of that extra headroom. They are all similar if u know cars well and understand tuning that’s all it comes down to. Most of these fast new cars are turbo some are supercharged. U just tell ur turbos to make more boost and dump more gas and u get more power. More air and gas equals more power.
@@sneakerhead4770 speed is the game for the rs3 it shouldn't be slower.
@@sneakerhead4770 yeah i know but stock they are third. The driving experience is just not as enjoyable. Go watch some car wow videos lol i have new seen anything other than a r8 win a race lol. But yes correct tuned that evens the playing field which is what i plan on doing with the rs7
I swear these are more rare than McLarens I've never seen one on the road. So cool.
Even though they're 2022 model year cars they only just started to be delivered in the US in the past month
last year mclaren sold 1300 cars in the US, RS3 sales are about 1000 per year since 2018. so technically, yes they are rarer than a mclaren!
@@myemailiscool hitting me with facts!
@@r1ckz0mb0 haha i only recently discovered this when i stumbled upon a sales thread on audizine recently. i think mclaren's seem more rare because the majority of them is probably clustered in like LA, texas and miami whereas RS3's are more evenly distributed. I do get as excited to see an RS3 as i do a mclaren, just from a nerd perspective.
Current lead time is 18 months from placing an order, so you're probably right. I ordered mine in September 21 and only recently got a build date, week 2 Feb 23 (UK order).
I've been waiting for you to review this car for years!! Congrats for finally getting one as a press car. Way overdue.
Been waiting for this video forever!
The video I was waiting for finally 🙌
Intake, Exhaust and Tune it turns that car into a beast!!!
Love the exterior, love the interior, the complete package
Needs a stick. THEN it would be complete!
Really? Lol
Interior? nah lol
^ jealous old car huggers
@@fzr1000981 Piano black everywhere is disgusting, but I bet you have never owned a car with that, right?
I've been waiting for you to drive this one nice 👍
Love your content! Thank you
this color looks sick
I've been waiting for an RS3 review from you for a long time
The car was launched a year ago in the UK and EU, literally hundreds of reviews out there!
Brilliant vid! My dream car 😍
this car is perfect in my opinion. being similar to the s3 until you push it is exactly what i want. a comfortable daily driver that can turn up the performance by the press of a button. a just a bit of luxury feel to the interior. i can’t wait to get one.
You have a very long wait. Currently 18 months and not getting any better.
2 months for me
I have an order in for one of these. Can't wait to get it!
Ordered mine a year ago when the order book opened in the UK... you have a very long wait. Mine's due March next year.
I drove this car today, indescribable.
The interior has Porsche DNA big time.
Err, have you sat in one? Some of the plastics are very cheap and scratchy. Not up to Audi's normal standards and a long way of Porsche quality.
Wow I love the sound 🎶
Oh have I been waiting for this. I have a 2017 RS3 and I’m not a huge fan at all of the refreshed model (other than it getting the wider fenders my gen deserved to have) but I’m just glad you have a video in this car now because it deserves all the love in the world. Good stuff as always!
Bro your channel is my favourite cars channel
That’s what makes it a perfect daily car and a fun fast car when pushed. It’s got dual personalities.
Bigger turbo cars are not for everyone as it requires you to rev them a tad more to get the power from them. I know some complain it comes on too fast after 3500 rpm. I never complain and I always drive mine there.
Some people like smaller turbo cars because they build boost faster and is more gradual, while bigger turbo cars make a ton more power at the top.
Best advice is to drive it in manual. That way you control it on how you like to drive.
Dynamic sport works pretty well
That color is BEAUTIFUL.
glorious sound
This engine is the king of the drag strip and the best, by far, turbocharged sounding engine.
Thanks for the video and the honest opinions on the RS3 versus the S3. I certainly think that 300+ HP in a small sedan should be sufficient for most people and your review confirms that 400+ HP is not necessarily better.
autogefuhl had the same conclusion. the RS3 is just for those people who want the engine and don't care at all about the extra cost. you truly can't go wrong with either car.
@@myemailiscool I traded in my '19 SS 1le Camaro for a '20 S3 6 months ago and love it! It's got plenty of power for ripping around town, and is a really nice balance between sportiness/fun and luxury. My only gripe is that the car sounds awful haha i'd consider the RS3 just for that engine sound alone but living in Canada they're just way to expensive now that we aren't selling them new anymore due to emissions issues with the 5 pot.
@@jaychesterman8197 can't imagine the increase in visibility and daily driver ability with that jump lol nice move! I think the current gen 8Y S3 sounds better than the prior gen 8V S3, you might need some sort of cat-back at the very least 🤔 The RS3 is gonna become a collector's item in canada quick, sad what happened there. used market must be f'd
@@myemailiscool we have lots of snow during our winter here, the track specced SS wasn't the greatest daily driver hahah i'm loving the s3 overall though, i've done a res delete, turbo inlet with an intake and kept everything else stock and to be fair it's not horrible, from what i've found online any other exhaust setup sounds too much like a tractor for my taste. the only RS3s on the market in my area are all 2018s and starting at 60k CAD for higher mileage ones, 70k for low mileage, it's insane! I've had a JB4 sitting in my office for the last 4 months and have come close to putting it on, but i've still got 3 years of warranty and i'm a little too paranoid of getting it flagged lol.
@@myemailiscool The current S3 is a lame offering - dull looking and very muted to drive. The RS3 is in another league to the S3. I own the new RS3 and had the S3 for a few days whilst my car was on its way to the dealer.
It's not the only car that offers 5 pot... RSQ3, Cupra Formentor VZ5, TTRS. Nice to know these reviewing that car :)
Lovely! Just the dream.
That 5 cylinder sounds awesome! Definitely needs a cat-back to really make it sing. Car seems great but interior is definitely a let down. Nothing special at all.
Im just happy there are some buttons, unlike the mk8 GTI/R
As long as it has good infotainment and buttons it’s fine
@@CARBONHAWK1 Not if it’s plasticky in my opinion. That can break an interior.
I think the interior stylistically looks great, but I agree, paying RS3 money for this interior and even S3 to a lesser extent, would leave me feeling shortchanged every time I got in. At minimum, the RS3 should come standard with the RS3 steering wheel and some added carbon fiber bits around the dash. There’s just not much other than a few RS badges inside to make you feel like you’re in something really special.
@@benwells2338 You can go really wild with the interior, at least here in Germany, with green stitching, alcantara wheel etc. This car just seemed pretty basic to me
Picking mine up NEXT WEEK :D
Awesome video! If you want an even better launch on all new audi's, just wait until your boost bar is full before releasing the break.. will send you even harder
After further thinking about it, I gotta say Audi made a very smart move this generation to offer the new AWD system in the RS3 only instead of putting it in the S3 as well (which still uses Haldex).
The previous generation didn't have enough differentiation between the S3 and RS3, but the new AWD setup can be that significant difference they need besides just the engine, brakes, and staggered wheels/tires.
A very good move 👌
A little past the 14min mark it goes around a turn so nice!! Like it's rotating so smoothly!! I want one 😂
Hatchback looks much cooler
Holy shit! This car sickkk!! This car is really for you!
I have the last gen, which I love. Debating with myself if I should get this new one. It's pretty nice.
That interior is stunning
It's not! Lots of cheap plastics and piano black plastic that smears if you so much as breath on it. The B&O sound system is awful. Driving position is a tad too high. My biggest gripes after taking delivery of my new RS3.
I think the S3 probably strikes the better balance between a quiet daily and a pocket rocket especially for the money. I’m kinda thinking of keeping my eye out for a good spec to come up used in the next year or two so I can actually afford it 😅
They did a great interior
I love the seats
Sweet little car!
Whoa wait. Staggered wheels in front? I have never heard of that before , that is so cool.
The last RS3 was the same. Nothing new.
Fully agree with your comments on turbo lag on bigger turbos for daily driving. My 8V RS3 does the same thing, even considering stepping back to a Golf R as maybe a better daily driver. Or maybe I should go stage 1 and see if it improves
Stage 1+ e85 you will never look back
yes stage 1 will erase all that
how would u rate it against 2023 m2?
I love the 2.2l 5 cyl in my Audi S6. Best motor ever.
What a beautiful door chime
New 3861 Speedy, love it!
Just picked up a 24 💪🏼💪🏼
what type pf program do you use to get to drive these cars for a week?
I love this car. Crazy thing is, my biggest gripe is the fact that the instrument cluster doesn’t have an analogue/needle option for traditional people. I don’t like the instrument cluster layout.
I thought there was, it's in some different gauge layout, maybe they didn't show it in this video
@@AryzenI There is - I have the new RS3, there's an option to have traditional rev counter and speedo. I keep mine in that mode.
It does, there are three display options.
I always keep it in round dial mode
Those button clicks!!!
my daily is a 2013 jetta 2.5 with suspension, wheels, tires and full bolt on. still only around 210hp but it sounds so good and handles good. have 18x8.5 gli wheels with ps4s tires.
Hey how do you get the POV GoPro view?
made a great point. Would love to see this in a bigger S model mounted longitudinal.
The steering wheel looks so plain. Could’ve thrown on the start/stop engine button on it with some carbon fiber trim to really let you know you’re driving the rs3 not an a3
Mine has the flat bottom steering wheel. It was an option though.
If is is possible, Would you please do the review of 2022 Porsche macan s or gts, love your reviews, thanks. Best of luck 👍
Macan S review is coming in a couple weeks! Then we’re supposed to get a GTS soon too 👍👍
I like your kicks
Hi from where you taking video's I mean which state is so beautiful
Can you disable the automatic braking (I think Audi calls it pre-sense) with the RS button? Also, can you change the gauges with the RS button and will they stick when pressed again?
No to both questions. The RS button on the steering wheel simply takes you to the Drive Select screen. I own this car. To change the display, you have to go in via the car settings, not something you'd do on the move. I leave mine with the two round dials; the RS runway is crap and I don't like the hockey stick either.
You’re more attuned to your 850R than I am but… this 5 cylinder almost sounds the exact same as your Volvo (at least through your microphones) and I think it sounds great
🇬🇧 I’ve been so looking forward to your review of the RS3, especially since asking Charlie from Daily Motor about it in July. Do the S & RS3 get any better performance with the High-Octane gasoline in the tank, was that in there? I was disappointed too not hearing any pops & burbles from the exhaust from this, unlike the S3 you tested months ago, that one also had a slightly better sounding Induction compared to this car because I only watched that one Last Night (again lol)!
I wouldn’t spec the Black Optics package on my RS3 because I prefer the Silver Audi Logo. All the RS3s I’ve seen on UK Roads (usually not many of this car) have had that particular package, so I’d want to make mine pretty unique from the rest and also lose the Black Wheel covers as cool as they look, because I think they might be a little too Showy for my tastes. I noticed the really cool animations on the dash display as you were turning off the engine though.
Thanks Chris for showing us Audi Performance Car Fans this!
IMO the previous model sounded even better, and had an interior of higher quality materials. Plus it didn't have a soft limiter 😎
I have one of the new models and had a previous model S3. You're definitely right about the sound, although I don't really agree about the interior quality. The finger switch gear shifter sucks in the new one too, as does the lack of a flat bottomed steering wheel.
That being said, the rear torque splitter is a significant improvement. I've owned 5 Audis now, and it's the first one that has no understeer whatsoever. It handles every bit as good as the M2 I traded in for it. That makes it better than the previous model in my book.
@@hlfcoder7466 Thanks for the info! I had the 2016 model and it was an absolute blast - and you are right: the steering definitely needed an upgrade. Felt numb at times, and the understeer - albeit better than the classic Quattro understeer - was still noticable.
Also, I could have used the upgraded digital display.
Perhaps a diff/torque splitter on a 2018/19 model would be the sweet spot :)
One of my more attainable dream cars at the moment. Interior is gorgeous and that turbo 5-cylinder = 🔥 just wish it came in a MT ⚙️
Buy a TT RS 8j... 6 speed 5 cylinder turbo with 360 hp... Bought one myself and i love it.
In my opinion, this interior is improved over the last gen but there are quite a few unattractive elements. For one, the vents being attached to virtual cockpit housing and the whole thing looking rather 'stuck on' and doesn't look premium. Secondly, the piano finish around the transmission/start button/volume selector thingy looks cheap in my eyes.
On the plus side, the infotainment is integrated well and they've maintained the awesome steering wheel. Seats still look good.
But it really doesn't matter because Audi isn't bringing this thing to Canada!
imo get the previous gen rs3s they just sold a 2022 RS3 for 120k at my dealership. they mark them up absurd amounts. or try to find a used one
@@brianichino9634 65k for mine, what country?
no flat bottom steering wheel?
I've got a 2023. The gear shifter is my only real complaint. (or lack thereof) It's a really fun daily driver. Surprisingly quick too. I traded in an M2 Comp for it, and it's definitely faster than that was, and handles just as good which shocked the hell out of me. The rear torque splitter does its job.
Audi had to quiet the exhaust. The previous gens are louder and sound amazing. People always accuse me of having an aftermarket exhaust. They never believe me when I say it’s stock.
I owned a 2018 TTRS with this same 5 cylinder. The below 3k rpm behavior was unfortunate and ultimately put me off on the car. Audi's programming means that timing is pulled between shifts in low gears (to protect the gear box, I guess) which leads to the lurching / laggy feel of the car in normal driving. I consider the TTRS and RS3 to be wonderful hardware held back by software and stock tuning.
Nothing a flash can't fix
@@fzr1000981not spending this amount of money then have to take it for a "flash" and void warranty on top of that 👎
@bobbybooshay5854 these cars have proven to be very reliable to 600 hp and < 3s 0-60. Hard to beat for the money. Driving in RS mode it's not laggy
@@bobbybooshay5854 audi 5 cylinder is literally a tuner car. if y ou dont want to void your warranty i get it, i kept mine for 3 years. but at the end of the day if youre not going to tune the car then you shouldnt of bought an rs3. its the best tuning platform in its class, literally
No dynamic package?
Hi Topher, i am about to purchase the rs3, just wondering would you say the turbo lag is also significantly delayed while in RS mode? A bit of debating mind about getting an a45s or rs3.
Btw, love your video of clear explanation and comparisons
What did you decide on?
@@tdoom2421 i ended up with the rs3, m based on the 5cyl engine, resale value and the shape in saloon. Overall, i do really love it and the handling is top notch. The turbo lag is quite noticeable if driving in auto, given that in Australia its the OPF model and the sound is a bit slack. Use paddle driving works a lot better, not sure why but could be reason they have to meet the emission for limiting the performance through auto.
What's that red light on the rearview mirror?
Unitronic is only tune I would trust on this car. They’ve put a lot of work into their tunes for this drivetrain.
I'm glad I got the right car for me, a 2022 S3. Not that we even get the RS3 in Canada anyways, haha.
If I saw correctly you hit 60 in 3.3 seconds? That is INSANE! I did not happen to notice but did you leave it in auto and power brake it or is there a launch mode?
Strangely the dichotomy of the performance side of this car and the "daily" side of this car is what made one of my friends pull the trigger on it. He loved it, I think to a certain person it brings extra enjoyment. He also hasn't driven anything but a 2003 camry so he may be biased. But I found it enjoyable as well.
There is actually a lot you can do with the interior. Red or green accents on the dashboard and seats, alcantara seats, flat bottom steering wheels in leather or alcantara and much more.
Depends where you live. In the UK, we don't get the red and green design packages and to get the flat bottom wheel (in leather only), you have to spec carbon trim on the exterior, as I did with my order.
Currently have a civic type r and this is looking like my next car 😩
Is it crazy to want a car just for the engine noise? Because this is one of my favorite cars of all time.
I noticed a very obvious clicking sound whenever he would tap an icon in the infotainment. I was just wondering if anyone knows if that can be removed just like on a cell phone?
is turbo lag better in manual mode?
At the beginning, you said "I'm not going to lie." Nobody ever thought you were going to tell a lie, to my knowledge
I want this car I need this car I must have this car!!
Sick car🔥🔥🔥I hate the new shifter styles that they're going for tho
Great video Topher but RIP to owners with a staggered setup (3:57) ... I own an RC-F and I legit have to pay $1k+ every year for Pilot 4S rears 😭
From building both on the website to get the S3 to the RS3 trim you are only within like $8k or less. And you don’t get the nice body kit, the 5 cylinder, and the RS badging. I’d take the RS personally for holding value as well thanks to the 5 cylinder
You're the only one on TH-cam that complained about this car. lol
i loved when audi had those free mounted infotainment screens, this solution looks a little nuts with one of the vents floating above.
I'm not an Audi fan but considering how badly BMW is failing at their designs recently, it's kind of hard not to look elsewhere. On that note, I really like where the infotainment screen is placed.
The 8v is so much better
Tune, after market paddles, intake, done. I wouldn't even change the exhaust. It just needs more kick at low RPM and better shifters.
I drive an old Audi and i got disappointed a bit, so i probably wouldn't buy an Audi again, but if i have to be absolutely honest, they are very nice cars for their price. It's a really nice combination between luxury and sport. You get inside, it feels a bit like a luxury car (although it's far from being one) and it kinda feels like a performance vehicle... and... for that amount of money, it's a pretty cool car.
If you are on a budget and you want to experience both (sport and comfort) Audi is the way to go, in my opinion. You can load the car with a ton of luggage and yet fly on the highway with a car, pumped up with horsepower.
And they look cool. Audi looks a bit like a space ship from the inside. I love it. I personally don't like many new vehicles, but the new Audi models look WAY COOLER than the older ones. It has that ANGRY LOOKING design.
Oh, and one more thing! Audi are very functional if they are 4x4. It has an amazing handling when it comes to driving. It stays on the road RIDICULOUSLY WELL. Even if you are a clumsy driver, the car will handle like you're a pro because of the quattro. Even if you buy a 20year old Quattro Audi for 4 000 dollars, it will feel like you're driving a quality machine because of the quattro.
out of all the german manufacturers audi just always delivers. Although wish the exhuast was a bit more load considering it's an RS
Thank u dad
This or a CT4 Blackwing for a daily driver?
Chris, in Torque Rear, you have to disengage the ESC again all the way... you need to see ESC off in the dash display, otherwise you are just in an ESC Sport mode.....
my mom has the 2022 golf R, i love driving it, thinking of getting this and getting rid of my 10 spd 5.0?
definitely an upgrade
Your voice and narrative style match exactly with Patrick Bateman.
Man, I really hoped that you would show the RS Torque Rear in this video