Hard to top your review vids on the RS3 so decided to try another angle that doesn't involve being a driving god :) Was thinking of you when reading a review of this very car vs M3 xDrive that landed on my door step yesterday a month later than published (no idea why...). It said 'the torque vectoring and rear axle coming into play..just never quite happens', got to disagree with that, as my laundry bill last week confirms.
@@volkswizard I'm just horrified how cheap the Rs3 8y looks , you covered how plain the Cabin is 10/10 👍. I've got the 8v with panroof & Dyamic plus interior pack and it makes the inside MUCH MUCH nicer , not to mention how ugly the whole of the front end is, But when you put the car up on you're ramp's and showed us how much VwAudi have cut costs even with all the under pinings the car ooked like a 1995 Ford escort from underneath.
@@a1_jdm270 Aesthetically from the outside i think the front end looks mix between a Ford Focus/Mazda3 and a the side profile looks a bit Honda civic ,ie ugly body lines all over the vehicle.
@@lewiscannon8213 another jealous hater hugging his previous gen/older model, you guys are all the same...but you get smoked on any mountain road by the 8Y (any fair minded test shows this vs your understeering pig) and I think it looks better anyway. Nothing significant is different under the car either just sheer bs
Thanks for the advice regarding the 'torque splitter' and demonstrating it on the public road. After that unexpected spike of oversteer, ESC remained fully on and yet the car still had a love neutral/oversteery balance you can exploit responsibly.
Thanks for the video, I have to say as a former 8V owner it pained me to see the car so dirty and then when you wiped the exhaust with the dirt crunching on it I cried lol 😂
I picked up my low mileage 2018 RS3 saloon for under 40k ... the price increase just doesn't seem tempting enough for the upgrade to me. Mine is a fast runabout, if I wanted sideways I'd have bought an M2 Comp.
Not sure how many people who buy an RS3 drive around in efficiency mode all the time. A more realistic mpg would be making use of the four wheel drive.
Newcomer to the channel here, but love the content! One small bit of feedback though, regarding your audio. A little too much road noise/background noise/distortion in some parts of the video. Maybe a lav mic would help in those situations? Either way, excited to see what else is in store
Yeah right, second hand basically equates to crap - and like who pays cash for a £60k motor - much cheaper finance on new cars and everything like warranty, etc is bundled in. The actual cost of say a new RS3 is irrelevant, all you need to know is how much do I pay a month and what's the deposit.
I do love an RS3 but so much money even for a 2012 example. Looks good in yellow too. Watery McDonalds Hot Choc, a very common problem over the years, great when it’s right and certainly my choice within the Big Mac meal during the colder months!
Thank you for making this week of ownership video and make it real life and down to earth. Nicely edited and made. I know what you mean, even if we can afford to buy cars like this, the criminals and jealous people that want to steal, vandalise our pride and job just takes the cream off the top of own such cars. If I was going to buy one, it would deffo be the sportback in Kimora grey like you briefly tested a while ago. Will look forward to the next driving video on this.
Great video very informative on what a daily drive would be like having that, I Really like the saloon version, looks more business like rather than boy racer especially in that colour ... that version looks like a carbon edition with all the black front, window surround, mirrors and boot spoiler, Its normal to attract idiots I get it now in my TCR 🤦♂️ Was it actually fun to drive ?? did it have a rear reverse camera and sensors all round it ??
Great to hear! I was bit concerned about the length but had the week to chop and change it making sure only the good stuff got left in and that's what it came out as. There's no real maximum video length but 30 mins is a nice size, will try and keep video 2 to that, promise 😊
Just watched 2 videos in a row where you asked Malcom his age!! Poor Malcom he’s doing better than most! Maybe it’s a running joke 😂 ....”hello Malcom how old are you ? “ 😮😂
To repeat other people’s comments, great video, very informative and definitely worth the wait. And thanks to Mrs Volkswizard too, it’s always good to have a second opinion. Hope she’s recovered from your launch control tests! The inclusion of comments and opinions from visitors to C&M was a really nice touch too, particularly as these days the views of my 27 and 31 year old sons are very pertinent compared to my 80’s blinkered view of cars. 👍🙏🏻
Think this is a great style of video Andy absolutely loved it great POV! Much prefer the new rs3 to the old one i like hot cars to shout about and I think the last one always looked understated and not different enough from a regular good spec a3! Not going to be the case with this new one! How ever £60000 that’s an insane amount in my opinion! Love the work mate 👍🏼
Good to see Kate with her thoughts.. looks like you did more then one launch control with Kate judging by the change in swept back hair from road footage to launch control footage . Good to see Andy Wight man get in camera shot with his UpGti at C&Machine.. always one to find a camera he is lol
Would be nice to up your game and get a higher quality mic with noise cancellation. Just my opinion, which may not mean diddly, But hopefully it may still be worth two cents.
Great video Andrew. Entertaining and informative and covering lots of ground you don't see anywhere else. I particularly liked the section with Mrs C and her feedback. I think the Apple Car Play issue might have been an Apple issue, as they had an update in this area this week. Personally it was good to hear that it is a great long distance car too as I regularly cover a 1-day 650 mile trip and had concerns in this area. Just need to save a few more pennies and I'm in! Thank you.
15:18 excellent synchronised body swaying mr and mrs wizard, very reminiscent of the bridge of the starship enterprise. . . I get it, this is a film set and you’re not actually driving! 😎
Obviously a lot of interest in this newie among we VAG peeps. Day to day life with a 2022 RS3, this is the definitive video on the web I'd suggest. Thanks Andrew, nice meeting you Mrs Chapple. And thanks Audi UK.
Thanks ever so much Graeme - I myself think Joe Achilles' video is definitive and hard to beat so I took a different route and I hope our 2 videos independently cover every possible base a potential owner could ask for 👍👍
Your video (watched a few times now). Has convinced me to get back in an Audi RS product. Currently running a Club sport 45 . Lovely car but prefer 4WD . Amazing how much they dropped in price !! Aug2024
Brilliant review as always Andrew 👍🏻 Great detail and entertainment watching this 😃 can see you put a lot of effort into making these video’s, especially when trying to also run a business etc! Look forward to your future videos as always 🤙🏻
Brilliant video love the yellow and that five cylinder engine bay makes a difference in a world of 4 cylinder turbos - subjecting the boss to RS3 launch 🚀 control perhaps a less wise choice lol 👍
Great car Andrew (not in that spec though), but you're right about not being able to leave it anywhere. Think I'd please you're mate Joe, and go a bit more under the radar with an M340i Touring. i must be getting old.....
RS ownership in the UK ... yes, after I got my RS5 I then bought a 15 year old A4 to potter around in to bad car parks & parts of town I don’t want to park the RS in ... that’s the downside to the dream of owning them ... parking stress
@@rcart1 In the world of Financing I think people will probably just purchase the BMWM3/M4 and rs3 on PCP more rather than HP anyway, you are right they're not same price bracket I just Don't understand the hyperhatches of today . At least the BMW can justify the price .
@@lewiscannon8213 again i agree with you, £60k for a hatch is ludicrous in my eyes. Regardless of how it performs it will never be worth that amount to me.
Great Video! Interesting to see a week in the perspective of a daily driver driving a super car. Not really fan of the new look and styling. I prefer hatchbacks or wagons, so am biased against sedans. I don't dislike them at all, I think most are very capable and practical with most looking quite nice. Happy birthday to your lovely wife! I bet she wasn't all that thrilled by the launch, but quite enjoyed the lunch! Be safe and have fun driving always!
As you suggested, plenty of ownership stuff to get to grips with. I thought the tyre-noise was the biggest issue. Driving 400 miles in a day would have my ears ringing. Ear-plugs would be a must. On the other hand I really liked the colour though it seems others drew their own conclusions as to your choice. Sometimes you just can't win. Overall, a great video!
I like the colour with my heart, not my head. Agreed re tyre noise, not sure I’ve read about that anywhere, really need to measure it reliably. One for Harry 😃
@Andy C I called about a test drive, but they never have any because they're already sold before they arrive. I know it's a driver's car, so I'm not too concerned about not liking it. The dealership said if I don't want it for some reason I simply walk away and they'll sell it. lol
Another great video, I do like the "real life" videos that you occasionally do. It's an honest review too - it's testament to the quality of the content that Audi UK gave you that car for 7 days, knowing that you wouldn't just gush about how wonderful it was! Interesting that you pointed out the road noise - my Wife says exactly the same about her A3 Edition 1 35 tfsi. That's got the same 235/35/19 tyres as the Mk 7/7.5 R, but my golf is noticeably quieter (might be down to the actual tyres though). Must be horrendous with that amount of rubber on the RS3. It's so bad that we're seriously considering buying 17" or 18" wheels & fitting Michelin CrossClimate plus tyres (or similar) to it. That's not really an option for the RS3 though, I guess🤣. It's certainly lairy though - fair play for not editing out the bit where you almost went into the ditch! I'd also be wary of using it during the winter - it would be nigh on impossible to put winter wheels/tyres on it (I suppose 18" wheels, but the tyres would be difficult to source). I'm of the same opinion as you - nice car, but I wouldn't rush to buy one. I'm no fan of saloons, but it does look strangely nice in RS3 - for what is, basically, a Mk8 VW Jetta (not that there is.....!). Probably the colour too - I like it. Almost as loud as the previous RS3 in Viper Green (which I'd definitely have). Sportback rules, though - more practical. The big steering wheel is annoying though - my Wife's A3 has a lovely flat bottom wheel, but basic cruise control. Strange.... In short: I'd keep my 7.5 R & use the cash for a modern classic. A relatively new version of the previous RS3 is something I'd quite fancy though - not quite as good to drive, but nicer to look at & sit in.
Absolutely brilliant video Andrew.. these 7 day tests do give everyone a better understand of living with a car and I’m sure also for yourself . Nice to see mrs c in a video 👍
I have not lived in the UK for 16 years.what a shame when you have spent all your hard earned money on a nice car and then worry that some low life is going to break in your house and steal it. OFFER buy a car your choice and receive a free gun. wow what a cocked up country!,
How is that in anyway relevant when the real issue is you can turn off keyless entry but either people don't know or love the fact it works. Cars are easier to steal now than ever because people love convenience...
@@garyfrench6536 Does not matter how hard or easy they are to steal. the fact is you live in a country where the crime of stealing someone's pride and joy is common thing and is not dealt with as a serious crime. more a petty thing. until they get caught by the owner and kneecapped!.
So, what, as an alternative buy a gti clubsport (an ugly, boring golf) and a boxster gts (not practical)... really? I know from experience that running two cars isn't cheap and if they are 'older' , then factor in higher running costs as well. Seems like a pretty odd thing to say, given there are several alternatives to an rs3 at the same price point, which also offer the same practicality and level of performance, e.g. amg a45s, bmw m2c or even a low mileage rs4 for not a lot more. Also, gripes about the rs3 interior and you recommend a golf, which really does have a naff interior 🤣
Alcantara steering wheels - why? After 8-12 months Alcantara wheels look shiny and cheap, and feel crap. And, unlike leather, Alcantara can never be restored to good-as-new. And it’s a rip-off when OEMs charge extra - Alcantara is *cheaper* for OEMs compared to leather! Very interesting vid, useful insight, great car, but FWIW I’d prefer the hatch version.
Stunning car and great vid! Now with my Mk8 GTI gone I`m about to place an order on, unfortunatley not an RS3 saloon, but just A3 saloon. Struggling a bit with the spec though. Aiming for Florett silver with black optics, but now i just might consider Python yellow😍
I just cant get on with the styling of the mk8 golf or these audi a3 rs3 cars.....i think the word i would use is too jaggedy. The colour on this is putrid. Nice underneath but id buy the previous gen cars....those are the ones i would look back at after locking them up but not these new gen styled cars.
I get that but the driving of these new cars is far more sophisticated and it could take you weeks or months to get to know it, the old car just pushed on and that was pretty much that.
No damage was done thankfully, it’s a warning to other owners to beware. Higher pressure on offside front tyre might have not helped as car would have pushed on more than it should have done and corrective action by the electronics was more abrupt
Good video as always. Didn't really notice the time at 30 minutes plus. Not sure about the price when spec extras come into play. Be a choice between this and the M3 for me and I think the BMW would just edge it. Top job and thanks. T.
when you said that your`e going to "stick to speed limits" do you mean the speed limits us public stick to or do you mean F1 speed limit`s, and judging by that photo of you in the golf "on the way to work" do you ALWAYS wear your helmet on pubic roads ???
Got rid of my Edition 1 Saloon after less than a year due to the road noise, you just dont expect it in a "quality" brand like Audi. The Tiguan R I have now is much much better.
Great video Andrew, really enjoy this longer style 👍 The dirt that the car accumulates would drive me insane, I would be hosing it down after every trip 😂 Great roads to drive about in the Cotswolds too, ive taken many a drive down there whilst visiting family (Broadway is my favourite) but never visited Caffeine & Machine or indeed Gilks Garage, will need to remedy that on my next trip 😉
They did that with the older car too but as an option. Audi didn’t admit it was to fight understeer, the official line was it meant the front tyres didn’t overheat so quickly on track. Of course when they are too hot, guess what happens?😉
Greetings from Australia. I'm seriously considering an RS3 and this is exactly the review that I've been waiting for. Well done mate and keep up with your good work.
Been looking forward to this one mate :-)
Hard to top your review vids on the RS3 so decided to try another angle that doesn't involve being a driving god :) Was thinking of you when reading a review of this very car vs M3 xDrive that landed on my door step yesterday a month later than published (no idea why...). It said 'the torque vectoring and rear axle coming into play..just never quite happens', got to disagree with that, as my laundry bill last week confirms.
@@volkswizard I'm just horrified how cheap the Rs3 8y looks , you covered how plain the Cabin is 10/10 👍. I've got the 8v with panroof & Dyamic plus interior pack and it makes the inside MUCH MUCH nicer , not to mention how ugly the whole of the front end is, But when you put the car up on you're ramp's and showed us how much VwAudi have cut costs even with all the under pinings the car ooked like a 1995 Ford escort from underneath.
@@lewiscannon8213 I think the front does look like a fish, but it does look evil at the same time
@@a1_jdm270 Aesthetically from the outside i think the front end looks mix between a Ford Focus/Mazda3 and a the side profile looks a bit Honda civic ,ie ugly body lines all over the vehicle.
@@lewiscannon8213 another jealous hater hugging his previous gen/older model, you guys are all the same...but you get smoked on any mountain road by the 8Y (any fair minded test shows this vs your understeering pig) and I think it looks better anyway. Nothing significant is different under the car either just sheer bs
Finished watching now, really good mate, loved the real life story line, love the nitty gritty stuff etc... Can't wait for the next one now :-) Cheers
Thanks for the advice regarding the 'torque splitter' and demonstrating it on the public road. After that unexpected spike of oversteer, ESC remained fully on and yet the car still had a love neutral/oversteery balance you can exploit responsibly.
Thanks for the video, I have to say as a former 8V owner it pained me to see the car so dirty and then when you wiped the exhaust with the dirt crunching on it I cried lol 😂
I picked up my low mileage 2018 RS3 saloon for under 40k ... the price increase just doesn't seem tempting enough for the upgrade to me. Mine is a fast runabout, if I wanted sideways I'd have bought an M2 Comp.
Not sure how many people who buy an RS3 drive around in efficiency mode all the time. A more realistic mpg would be making use of the four wheel drive.
Like the video but wow you go on about that Club Sport, maybe ease back in future with just one or two mentions.
I always liked the hatch but this time sedan looks good as well. I wonder if both hatch and sedan drives the same?
Got one on order cant wait
Newcomer to the channel here, but love the content! One small bit of feedback though, regarding your audio. A little too much road noise/background noise/distortion in some parts of the video. Maybe a lav mic would help in those situations? Either way, excited to see what else is in store
they seem to use a excessive amount of road salt in the UK :-(
It's a beast, love how the new RS3 looks!
The best sedan in the word...
I prefer that steering wheel than the flat bottomed one they carried over from the 8V.
I just think for £61k its a let down, think of all the second hand cars you could buy...
Yeah right, second hand basically equates to crap - and like who pays cash for a £60k motor - much cheaper finance on new cars and everything like warranty, etc is bundled in. The actual cost of say a new RS3 is irrelevant, all you need to know is how much do I pay a month and what's the deposit.
@@mauricetoussaint7283 lots of people have £60k to pay for a car!, what you are saying is irrelevant
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Gotta say, that dab of oppo at 3:40 seemed to be a little alarming for you!
Yes indeed, more on that in next video. Not big or clever BTW 😬
I do love an RS3 but so much money even for a 2012 example. Looks good in yellow too. Watery McDonalds Hot Choc, a very common problem over the years, great when it’s right and certainly my choice within the Big Mac meal during the colder months!
Hello McD hot choc fan 👋
@@volkswizard 👍
I’m with Toby the cat golf r 8 all day.
I couldn't possibly comment😁
Thank you for making this week of ownership video and make it real life and down to earth. Nicely edited and made. I know what you mean, even if we can afford to buy cars like this, the criminals and jealous people that want to steal, vandalise our pride and job just takes the cream off the top of own such cars. If I was going to buy one, it would deffo be the sportback in Kimora grey like you briefly tested a while ago. Will look forward to the next driving video on this.
Great video very informative on what a daily drive would be like having that, I Really like the saloon version, looks more business like rather than boy racer especially in that colour ... that version looks like a carbon edition with all the black front, window surround, mirrors and boot spoiler, Its normal to attract idiots I get it now in my TCR 🤦♂️
Was it actually fun to drive ?? did it have a rear reverse camera and sensors all round it ??
Great video Andrew, 40 minutes passed in a flash so must have enjoyed it! 👌
Great to hear! I was bit concerned about the length but had the week to chop and change it making sure only the good stuff got left in and that's what it came out as. There's no real maximum video length but 30 mins is a nice size, will try and keep video 2 to that, promise 😊
Just watched 2 videos in a row where you asked Malcom his age!! Poor Malcom he’s doing better than most! Maybe it’s a running joke 😂 ....”hello Malcom how old are you ? “ 😮😂
My Golf GTi CS45 has the same wireless charging problem. Oh and the RS3 is well over 100,000 euros here in Ireland.
To repeat other people’s comments, great video, very informative and definitely worth the wait. And thanks to Mrs Volkswizard too, it’s always good to have a second opinion. Hope she’s recovered from your launch control tests!
The inclusion of comments and opinions from visitors to C&M was a really nice touch too, particularly as these days the views of my 27 and 31 year old sons are very pertinent compared to my 80’s blinkered view of cars.
👍🙏🏻
I really like the Python Yellow colour. I can’t decide between that and Turbo Blue! 😊
Think this is a great style of video Andy absolutely loved it great POV! Much prefer the new rs3 to the old one i like hot cars to shout about and I think the last one always looked understated and not different enough from a regular good spec a3! Not going to be the case with this new one! How ever £60000 that’s an insane amount in my opinion!
Love the work mate 👍🏼
Good to see Kate with her thoughts.. looks like you did more then one launch control with Kate judging by the change in swept back hair from road footage to launch control footage . Good to see Andy Wight man get in camera shot with his UpGti at C&Machine.. always one to find a camera he is lol
What tyres are on the car? I have Bridgestone and haven’t noticed a major overhang.
Bridgestone Potenza Sport
Would be nice to up your game and get a higher quality mic with noise cancellation. Just my opinion, which may not mean diddly, But hopefully it may still be worth two cents.
Great video Andrew. Entertaining and informative and covering lots of ground you don't see anywhere else. I particularly liked the section with Mrs C and her feedback. I think the Apple Car Play issue might have been an Apple issue, as they had an update in this area this week. Personally it was good to hear that it is a great long distance car too as I regularly cover a 1-day 650 mile trip and had concerns in this area. Just need to save a few more pennies and I'm in! Thank you.
Grew on me throughout video, but still would go for a Golf. :)
15:18 excellent synchronised body swaying mr and mrs wizard, very reminiscent of the bridge of the starship enterprise. . . I get it, this is a film set and you’re not actually driving! 😎
3:40 that right there is why I have a set of alloys with Michelin crossclimates just for the winter months😂👌
Should be in Jcb yellow as youre lunch venue is owned by them.
Another great video Andrew 😊
The road noise would put me off, other than that, great car.
Good to see your good lady in the car.
Warm regards
Obviously a lot of interest in this newie among we VAG peeps.
Day to day life with a 2022 RS3, this is the definitive video on the web I'd suggest.
Thanks Andrew, nice meeting you Mrs Chapple.
And thanks Audi UK.
Thanks ever so much Graeme - I myself think Joe Achilles' video is definitive and hard to beat so I took a different route and I hope our 2 videos independently cover every possible base a potential owner could ask for 👍👍
Your video (watched a few times now). Has convinced me to get back in an Audi RS product. Currently running a Club sport 45 . Lovely car but prefer 4WD . Amazing how much they dropped in price !! Aug2024
How much fuel did you burn through on this test
Absence makes the heart grow fonder. This travelogue was worth the wait.
Thanks Sean, that’s very kind of you. Glad you enjoyed it 👍
Day 3: Alan Partridge!
Just one day out of 7? 😆
Brilliant review as always Andrew 👍🏻 Great detail and entertainment watching this 😃 can see you put a lot of effort into making these video’s, especially when trying to also run a business etc! Look forward to your future videos as always 🤙🏻
The Golf GTI TCR or R are the better choice 100%
girls cars for people who can't afford anything better
Really really enjoyed this one Andrew. That 40 minutes absolutely flew. Brilliant watch 👌🤙
Brilliant video love the yellow and that five cylinder engine bay makes a difference in a world of 4 cylinder turbos - subjecting the boss to RS3 launch 🚀 control perhaps a less wise choice lol 👍
Great car Andrew (not in that spec though), but you're right about not being able to leave it anywhere. Think I'd please you're mate Joe, and go a bit more under the radar with an M340i Touring. i must be getting old.....
Brilliant stuff Andrew 👏 👌
Thanks again Andrew 👍
The GTE sold already?!
Thanks for all your videos - always honest content and enjoyable.
Thanks ever so much Bronwen. Yes GTE has already been reserved, spec made it quite sought after it seems!
15:15 ‘it’s very comfortable’ *bounces nearly out the window
RS ownership in the UK ... yes, after I got my RS5 I then bought a 15 year old A4 to potter around in to bad car parks & parts of town I don’t want to park the RS in ... that’s the downside to the dream of owning them ... parking stress
AGREED.....😅
I'm a big Audi fan but I jus can't get my head round buying this over BMW M3 😕
Because they’re not in the same price bracket
@@rcart1 if you can afford 60k for a cheaply made A3 you can afford 80k for a well made BmwM3. Again this is coming for a Big Audi Sport fan .
@@lewiscannon8213 agreed, but your comment was why get the RS3 over the M3? They don’t cost the same so it’s no comparison
@@rcart1 In the world of Financing I think people will probably just purchase the BMWM3/M4 and rs3 on PCP more rather than HP anyway, you are right they're not same price bracket I just Don't understand the hyperhatches of today . At least the BMW can justify the price .
@@lewiscannon8213 again i agree with you, £60k for a hatch is ludicrous in my eyes. Regardless of how it performs it will never be worth that amount to me.
Love this video on the Audi beautiful looking car but I think your right the wagon
Great Video! Interesting to see a week in the perspective of a daily driver driving a super car. Not really fan of the new look and styling. I prefer hatchbacks or wagons, so am biased against sedans. I don't dislike them at all, I think most are very capable and practical with most looking quite nice. Happy birthday to your lovely wife! I bet she wasn't all that thrilled by the launch, but quite enjoyed the lunch! Be safe and have fun driving always!
As you suggested, plenty of ownership stuff to get to grips with. I thought the tyre-noise was the biggest issue. Driving 400 miles in a day would have my ears ringing. Ear-plugs would be a must. On the other hand I really liked the colour though it seems others drew their own conclusions as to your choice. Sometimes you just can't win. Overall, a great video!
I like the colour with my heart, not my head. Agreed re tyre noise, not sure I’ve read about that anywhere, really need to measure it reliably. One for Harry 😃
Great video, an RS3 is definitely on my list at some point 👍🏻
I’ve been watching/reading up on the new BMW M240i xDrive lately and now the new RS3’s interior suddenly looks dated.
@Andy C Those were my thoughts, which led me to ordering the '22 M240i. Went with Brooklyn Grey and Tacora Red interior.
@Andy C I called about a test drive, but they never have any because they're already sold before they arrive. I know it's a driver's car, so I'm not too concerned about not liking it. The dealership said if I don't want it for some reason I simply walk away and they'll sell it. lol
Drive both, as I have. RS£ all day long. BMW was a massive let down and externally looks, well the only word that came to mind... wank.
@Andy C I'm hoping to have a Production Number by late February, and a delivery by May or June.
@@mauricetoussaint7283 If you drove the new M240i and felt it was a massive let down, then you're certainly the exception to the rule.
Another great video, I do like the "real life" videos that you occasionally do. It's an honest review too - it's testament to the quality of the content that Audi UK gave you that car for 7 days, knowing that you wouldn't just gush about how wonderful it was!
Interesting that you pointed out the road noise - my Wife says exactly the same about her A3 Edition 1 35 tfsi. That's got the same 235/35/19 tyres as the Mk 7/7.5 R, but my golf is noticeably quieter (might be down to the actual tyres though). Must be horrendous with that amount of rubber on the RS3. It's so bad that we're seriously considering buying 17" or 18" wheels & fitting Michelin CrossClimate plus tyres (or similar) to it. That's not really an option for the RS3 though, I guess🤣.
It's certainly lairy though - fair play for not editing out the bit where you almost went into the ditch! I'd also be wary of using it during the winter - it would be nigh on impossible to put winter wheels/tyres on it (I suppose 18" wheels, but the tyres would be difficult to source).
I'm of the same opinion as you - nice car, but I wouldn't rush to buy one. I'm no fan of saloons, but it does look strangely nice in RS3 - for what is, basically, a Mk8 VW Jetta (not that there is.....!). Probably the colour too - I like it. Almost as loud as the previous RS3 in Viper Green (which I'd definitely have). Sportback rules, though - more practical.
The big steering wheel is annoying though - my Wife's A3 has a lovely flat bottom wheel, but basic cruise control. Strange....
In short: I'd keep my 7.5 R & use the cash for a modern classic. A relatively new version of the previous RS3 is something I'd quite fancy though - not quite as good to drive, but nicer to look at & sit in.
Awesome meeting you at C&M mate 👌
Absolutely brilliant video Andrew.. these 7 day tests do give everyone a better understand of living with a car and I’m sure also for yourself . Nice to see mrs c in a video 👍
Nearly put it in the fields 😝
Really enjoyed your comprehensive review Andrew 👌
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I have not lived in the UK for 16 years.what a shame when you have spent all your hard earned money on a nice car
and then worry that some low life is going to break in your house and steal it. OFFER buy a car your choice and receive a free
gun. wow what a cocked up country!,
How is that in anyway relevant when the real issue is you can turn off keyless entry but either people don't know or love the fact it works. Cars are easier to steal now than ever because people love convenience...
@@garyfrench6536 Does not matter how hard or easy they are to steal. the fact is you live in a country where the crime of stealing someone's pride and joy is common thing and is not dealt with as a serious crime.
more a petty thing. until they get caught by the owner and kneecapped!.
Another great video Andrew, fair enjoyed that one.. what a beezer of a car. 👏
So, what, as an alternative buy a gti clubsport (an ugly, boring golf) and a boxster gts (not practical)... really? I know from experience that running two cars isn't cheap and if they are 'older' , then factor in higher running costs as well. Seems like a pretty odd thing to say, given there are several alternatives to an rs3 at the same price point, which also offer the same practicality and level of performance, e.g. amg a45s, bmw m2c or even a low mileage rs4 for not a lot more. Also, gripes about the rs3 interior and you recommend a golf, which really does have a naff interior 🤣
Alcantara steering wheels - why? After 8-12 months Alcantara wheels look shiny and cheap, and feel crap. And, unlike leather, Alcantara can never be restored to good-as-new.
And it’s a rip-off when OEMs charge extra - Alcantara is *cheaper* for OEMs compared to leather!
Very interesting vid, useful insight, great car, but FWIW I’d prefer the hatch version.
Stunning car and great vid! Now with my Mk8 GTI gone I`m about to place an order on, unfortunatley not an RS3 saloon, but just A3 saloon. Struggling a bit with the spec though. Aiming for Florett silver with black optics, but now i just might consider Python yellow😍
I just cant get on with the styling of the mk8 golf or these audi a3 rs3 cars.....i think the word i would use is too jaggedy.
The colour on this is putrid.
Nice underneath but id buy the previous gen cars....those are the ones i would look back at after locking them up but not these new gen styled cars.
I get that but the driving of these new cars is far more sophisticated and it could take you weeks or months to get to know it, the old car just pushed on and that was pretty much that.
I missed Kate’s fashion advice first watch - erm she is very correct re colour -choice and pretty accurate re the driver wearing the sheep lol 😝
Fair play for keeping the oops moment in the video 🙊
No damage was done thankfully, it’s a warning to other owners to beware. Higher pressure on offside front tyre might have not helped as car would have pushed on more than it should have done and corrective action by the electronics was more abrupt
Good to see the Corrado too :)
Yes! In the bodyshop now, paint all stripped back. Took ages to get it in and can't believe in a week it will be back but the real work begins then!
Really enjoyed this one Andrew, £70k fully specd is pushing it though but one hell of a motor.
Does the matrix light on the Golf R automatically dip/shade out oncoming traffic?
Yes
That Maserati is stunning.
Good video as always. Didn't really notice the time at 30 minutes plus. Not sure about the price when spec extras come into play. Be a choice between this and the M3 for me and I think the BMW would just edge it. Top job and thanks. T.
Thanks Tony. If the finance worked out close I'd go for the M3 too
My m2 has 400 HP and I’m lucky to get 20 mpg.
I take my Skoda to Birmingham no way will my RS3 ever leave the safety of the Shires. Great long-term review shame you could not keep it longer.
Can you get heated steering in UK on any of the new A3/S3/RS3?
What was the fuel consumption if you drive it normal not to sporty?
35 mpg ish
What's the white mk8 golf at the back of the unit? 👀
It's a Clubsport 45 that's currently for sale at www.volkswizard.co.uk
Kinda piiiised me off that they don’t give the red stitching but the us and Germany get it🙄
MPG seems decent. I struggle to get 40MPG in my 7.5 GTI PP unless I drive extremely conservative in ECO mode.
Great work mate 👍🏻
when you said that your`e going to "stick to speed limits" do you mean the speed limits us public stick to or do you mean F1 speed limit`s, and judging by that photo of you in the golf "on the way to work" do you ALWAYS wear your helmet on pubic roads ???
My helmet gets worn in all sorts of situations
@@volkswizard there`s no answer to that one...................🙄🙄
Mate you almost stuffed it in the bush
just shows he can't even drive a car - pretty basic car control to hold that
Nice. I liked all 7 days. Awesome. Thanks for the video👌
Thanks for watching and commenting S C 👍
Are ventilated seats an option?
I am warning to this but still prefer the old rs3. I'm actually surprised at the mpg
I know it’s is a minor detail, but this car needs the flat bottom steering wheel as standard
Small alloys
Love long videos 😎 👍 great job
Got rid of my Edition 1 Saloon after less than a year due to the road noise, you just dont expect it in a "quality" brand like Audi. The Tiguan R I have now is much much better.
Just wash it mate xD
Great video Andrew, really enjoy this longer style 👍 The dirt that the car accumulates would drive me insane, I would be hosing it down after every trip 😂 Great roads to drive about in the Cotswolds too, ive taken many a drive down there whilst visiting family (Broadway is my favourite) but never visited Caffeine & Machine or indeed Gilks Garage, will need to remedy that on my next trip 😉
It’s the salty roads we’ve had and lack of rain always the same this time of year same on all cars
My son went over to c&m last Saturday , he saw the maserati, the rs3 having wider tyres on the front is weird!
They did that with the older car too but as an option. Audi didn’t admit it was to fight understeer, the official line was it meant the front tyres didn’t overheat so quickly on track. Of course when they are too hot, guess what happens?😉
Polish people ?
Great vid, away to test drive one with my Dad tomorrow, he is seriously considering it
Shocked when you went underneath how much corrosion there was on certain parts given this is a brand new car!!
2000 miles to Austria and back in winter prob not best start to a car’s life
Greetings from Australia. I'm seriously considering an RS3 and this is exactly the review that I've been waiting for. Well done mate and keep up with your good work.
S3
Great video, cant wait until I get mine 😍
Lucky lucky👍👍
I phone audi, volkswagon (all of them) and ask to borrow a car and they all tell me without exception to f*** off, I don't get it
There are many factors that will decide if a manufacturer will lend you a car, I still get told 'no' or ignored even after 6 years of making videos.
Great concise review my friend 👍☺