2018 Audi RS3 Review - The Best Hot Hatch... That Isn't a Hatch
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 20 ต.ค. 2024
- We go for a drive in the 2018 Audi RS3.
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Is it the king of hot hatches even though it's not available as a hatch in North America?
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TheStraightPipes You should review the Toyota Land Cruiser! It’s a pretty sick truck
I actually like the sedan version
TheStraightPipes RS stands for: Real Sexy 😎
PLEASE go to Europe for a few months and review all the cars that are not in NA. :D There are so many more like VW Amarok, Audi RS6 Avant, BMW 5 Touring Executive, VW Scirocco, and so on. Also the entire Peugeot lineup!
Missing a key ingredient: a hatchback, so no. Also, four sedan with no back seat space. It would be more honest if it came as a 2 door.
The inline 5 turbo is what put Audi on the performance map. The original Group B Audi Quattros were I5-Turbos as well as the S2 and RS2 from the early 90s. The I5 Turbos in the RS3 and RSTT are a throwback to their performance/rally roots
*cUz iT SooUnDS bEtR*
the TT version is better aerodynamics for such speeds tho.
Glad you brought it up- there's actually a fantastic documentary produced by Audi about their 5 cylinder history I watched just yesterday called "A Legacy Story in Five Cylinders" - well worth the ~20 minutes
They’ve had 5 cylinders since audis were still only 2wd lol. Audis whole thing through the 80’s and 90’s was small sedans with 5 Zylinders
My blue car was best color because they used pigments from Korean nail salons.
savagegeese you should see the blue S3 I’m driving right now. The blue looks soooo good
-Chase
nah, nando grey....
savagegeese so if I purchase a Genesis, I could go to my local nail parlor for touch up paint jobs?
Hyogo Marume that's what I currently do with my new G80
-Kevin
@@hyogomarume8345 Yes, touch ups and more.
good on audi for making a car that sounds THIS good!
Yes, and at only $60k.
This car is just like this channel. Unique, rare, has no equal, really fun and absolutely worth it! Well done lads, excellent review!
Going fast in a straight line isn't rare. The five pot engine is great nonetheless.
bongmist you ever driven one? Cause it handles damn well
I have and it's very good but hardly what you'd call 'unique'.
bongmist exactly, you can get a lightly used camaro ZL1 with a manual that will be faster, sound meaner, and handle just as well.
People get too caught up with numbers and straight line speed without ever taking a look at the bigger picture.
You guys make some really addictive reviews! I can't stop watching at work 😂
Same here man!
always great lunch break entertainment
@@MyWonderApple Only if I could wait till lunch 😅
MaxSpeed Becareful your boss might have watching the channel also
Don't get fired man
Jakub gets extra credit to the Volvo shout out. My 2005 V70R has a beautiful 2.5L Turbo in-line 5 (300hp), 6-speed manual, and AWD. Winning.
Rediscover Film Yes, I would take your Volvo over this because manual, price, and no dumb Audi badge. :)
Literally no surprise that you drive a Volvo and you’re into film.
I like both.
Glad to see I’m not the only Volvo guy here.
Should’ve mentioned the UrQ heritage but yes certainly, Volvo is cool too.
Lucky.
1:16 - 1:21 messed me up so bad lmao I saw a hatchback then the next second I saw a sedan. I had to rewind to make sure
I wasn't trippin
Haha badd looked more like an rs4 with the edit 😅😂
i was high as hell 2 .,,lol.. Im getting this car next year in all black..even taillights blacked out.. with 5 spoke black rims..KNIGHT RIDER
@RealCapo88 I actually changed my mind ... I am getting the new Tesla 3 all performance.
Jaison J why Tesla
I thought I was tripping balls until I RW lol
Man, the 5 cylinder sounds like heaven's choir, I wish more cars had it
the exhaust note is so clean and the quatro on the front grill is amazing
I love that the Quattro is not chrome but more like a satin finish. So fucking clean!
ForeignBorn Patriot totally agree
Seen a Rs6 a Year ago, and the most stand out part was that Quattro Grille and Front Lip 😊
I swear manufacturers put visors that move in their cars now because of you. "We need to cut costs and not have adjustable visors".
"What are you crazy, if we fail the visor test we will not sell a single car".......
-Movable visors added
When I worked at an Audi dealership, the additional airbags were considered a potential hazard to small children sitting in the back. So they became an option for those who mostly had adult passengers.
This will be my gift to myself once i've finished my 8 years of school, as validation for all my hard work. Done 7 and 1 left. Thanks for the awesome review, i cant wait to get my hands on one and u guys only made me want it more
Have you finally got your hands on it? 😭
Greetings from Boston. Between you guys and Throttle House, Canadian TH-camrs are now putting out THE BEST content. Great job guys!
Facts
Thissssss, is not true - Doug DeMuro
Carwow wants to know your location
1-you guys are my favorite car reviewers
2-this has been my car goal since i bought my wrx a few months back
3-super excited to see this pop up
RS3 a rare gem
I had never heard of you guys before I happened to see this review today. It was excellent. You two have a great chemistry that seems very genuine. Keep doing what you're doing. You're going to be extremely successful at this.
Oh, and the RS3 is amazing. Good job, Audi.
Thanks!
The RS3 is probably my current favourite car, I'd love to own one of these.
I've had a bunch a cars and I must say that the RS3 is by far the best car I've ever owned.
@@leeamcc I just bought a 2017 Audi s3... fun as hell!
Thecabelguy I just traded my 2018 S3 in for an RS3. I really loved the S3, also the 2017 and 2018 audi sound the best!
@@weg5856 how’s the difference?!
Thecabelguy don't pick it up for another week but I hope it's worth it, was pretty sad seeing the S3 go.
Literally bought one 3 days ago. Such a satisfying car to drive and the sounds. O. M. G. Love it! It’s amazing
7 months later... How do you still like it? I have been debating it as well, just not sure how fun it is vs. competition. Test drove it, certainly fast but.... As a weekend car? Unsure
@@security_threat personally i think the rs3 is way more attractive than any bmw
@@security_threat Had it for more than a year. Zero regrets.
Finally, thanks Yuri and Jakub. We’ve always wanted Audi reviews. This has to be the best one out of all your reviews. Thanks and keep it up
Wow it looks absolutely stunning in that blue! The performance speaks for itself, but the thing that made me fall in love with this car was the sound that 5 cyl engine makes!😍
Without you guys I wouldn't have bought my Golf R. Best car choice I've made! Hopefully some day I can get an RS3
Keith Bruce stick golf r?
@@YuriTereshyn I've had nothing but manual cars before this. This car I finally caved in to the dsg.
Keith Bruce ☹️❤️
Great choice, it's the better transmission for that car
S3 is better than the golf R and cheaper than an RS.
You guys have a great narrative down. It never feels like one of you is trying to be alpha over the other. Just feels like good friends giving honest, fun reviews. The best car channel out right now.
I’m hooked with this channel! The best way to show my appreciation for what you guys do was to become a member and contribute so that you can keep the awesome content coming!
You're the man
i'm waiting the rs7!keep it up guys!!
"ITS SOO FAST!" this makes me smile and laugh every time he does this in a review. Great review as always
I had an A3 for a little while. Even with its base 220hp, its was startlingly quick. Can’t imagine how much fun this would be with nearly double that haha.
Love to see you guys do a review of an Audi S3 for people that cannot afford the RS3. :)
I just bought my S3 and it is AMAZING. Not an RS, obviously, but still the best car I've ever owned. Maybe I'll trade up for the RS in a couple years!
Up for up and down for down. Yeah, exactly how it should be - up for going up a gear and down for going down a gear. Easy, simple. That said, you guys do a great job with your reviews, your enthusiasm for cars is contagious, keep it up.
This is the best designed sedan in it's class. They're right in pointing out the lines and all. It all works.
This is the best looking sedan for the compact/intermediate class I've seen since e46 Bimmer.
It's not bad, but the Alfa Romeo Giulia is better looking still.
I watch many car reviews, but your reviews are one of the best. You mention things, that not many other reviewers mention.
Keep up the good work!
Greetings from germany.
Thanks
Good morning from Ontario!! We need the RS3 Hatch in Canada 😭
it is not offered there?
No hatch for America. So I saved $20k and bought a slightly used KIA Forte5 SX. $16k with only 4,000 miles on it.
Awesome review guys...Love your work...Greetings from a Mk 7 Golf R owner In New Zealand and one day aspiring to own an Audi RS3 ...Keep up the awesome work 👍✊😊
You guys should make a Jakub launch orgasm compilation lol. He always makes the same noise.
😂😂😂
😂😂😂😂😂😂
OHHHHH! IT'S SOOOO GOOOOD!! 😆😆😆😆😆
"OHHHHHH! So fast!" 😲
He holds his breath! It's hilarious!!
His reaction to the speed "It's sooooo fast".. Classic.
Ps: i'm in love with the sportback (hatchback)
In nardo grey omg .....😍😍😍😍
Me too. I want it so bad.
These cars are making insane power! The guys here in San Diego at Malaka motorsports are absolutely killing everything at the drags!
I really hope a large TV network/production company picks you guys up. Your channel feels like the true Canadian/American Top Gear. I'd like to see you guys ride $500 scooters across Vietnam.
Noooo they can stay right where they are making the best content on yt
They are/were already on tv
Keelan Sears things are never the same once they go mainstream tv
Came out of 19 Golf R manual into new 20 RS3 fully equipped just 5 days ago. I have absolutely zero regrets and can not fault this car for anything like not having power seats, completely easily overlooked due to how amazing this car is!
I honestly prefer non powered seats
The seats look truly amazing. They remind me of the head of a cobra. And the rest of the car is awesome as well :D
OMG FINALLY! I've legit searched for a straightpipes RS3 video and I assumed you guys would never do one. My prayers have been answered
I think its the hot hatch king even though it is a sedan. I've seen one in the area I live in 2018 Gray and it looks so good. What a cool car but it should come with power seats.
They had one in 2018 grey but we opted for this one instead
TheStraightPipes I would have picked the blue as well, it looks awesome! 😎
You can have power seats, it's just the sport seats that are only manual because of weight
gollumxOnPc Cool, good to know.
Hot hatch king even though it is a sedan? You have got to be kidding, right?
How can you not like Audi interiors! Excellent quality
In two years I’m extremely pleased with the quality. No wear and tear at all.
Thank you so much for doing this review... I've been asking you guys for this review for ages... I live in Mexico City and own a 3 month old RS3. I love it. It is blistering fast, handles like a dream and it has 90% of the amenities you get in luxury cars. This car is as fast as most 600hp cars out there!!!! It is a special car. Thanks again and kudos for your reviews. You're great!!!
Love the rapport you guys have. You know how to banter back-and-forth while covering a lot of material. Plus, you're actually DRIVING! Makes your reviews so entertaining to watch. Unlike a certain DeMuro. Bonus points for loving wagons, hating piano black trim and knowing the meaning of the word 'knurled'.
Haha thanks
My god I love the RS3... It's so pretty, sounds so good. AWESOME!!!!
I'm in love with this sound!
RS3 is definitely one of the best road cars to drive everyday and have loads of fun in!!!
To clarify a couple of things for you:
1- many brands do offer the additional airbags on the back, it’s not included standard because it could injure a child sitting in the rear (not in middle). Those are side curtain airbags.
2- the RS3 paddles are plastic and so are the new RS5, I’ve driven it. The R8 RWS and the non-V10 plus have even crappier paddles; they’re plastic and not even gloss black. The V10 plus has the same paddles as the RS3.
As soon as I can afford this car I’m buying it best sound on the planet
I don't always click the bell...
But when I do, it's for The Straight Pipes
Bought myself an RS3 back in 2017 (sedan coz in Aus we have the choice :P) same color as the one reviewed here. Best decision of my life
Great review :D
Which blue is this?
BlackPhoenix1804 it’s called “ara blue” nice colour but “sepang blue” from the pre face lift was nicer and probably the nicest colour ever available on an rs3
I ordered mine in the exclusive Nogaro Blue.
@@ryanb8736 best blue
I bought a 2019 RS3 yesterday. I can't wait to get it.
Congrats
Congrats! I bought a 2020 Nardo Edition today, can't wait til it's delivered =D
@@seanr6206 Enjoy your car when you get it Sean R
@@seinsmeld13 definitely! Should be here tomorrow
I seem to be the only one who thinks little motors for moving seats are unnecessary and manual seats are awesome?
Yes you're the only one lol. I don't see why you wouldn't. Sooo much more convenient
I don't appreaciate scratching my watch/wrist while turning the dial for the back adjustment.
It's just extra weight and it moves the seat so slowly when someone wants to get in the back anyways. If it's free - fine, but I'd rather save a couple 100$ and adjust the seat myself. People have been doing it for decades and it just works.
I feel the same towards keyless entry and start.
@@ImLeuff 7-8lbs are insignificant unless you're on the track. If it's like 20k ok fine no power seats but anything above 30k gotta have it. It's like heated seats don't need it but it's 2018 kind have to have it standards have progressed.
I like my manual seats when I'm cleaning my car, but whenever I get to sit down and spend about a minute finding the sweet spot and then receiving a heart attack after it slides and locks when I brake is what makes me dislike it.
The Audi TT-RS has the same engine as this car. I love it!
slesperado Does it come with a blow dryer?
Sleeper car, also excellent chassis.
You guys are amazing.
Just found your channel from the android auto and apple carplay comparison vids.. and now I'm bench watching all ur vids.. This channel is awesome!!
What’s your favourite car
@@TheStraightPipes I kinda like the fpace, ever since I saw it in the Grand Tour!! (can't afford it tho..)
Great review!! PLS do the TT RS !!! 2-doors, OLED tail lights and same engine as RS3
ATTENTION: If you have a VW or AUDI with paddles, get the LEYO Paddle Extensions!! They are the best! I am not sponsored by Leyo in any way. I paid full price for mine, they are just a fantastic high quality product!
Great video as always guys!
Just wanted to say this review helped me pull the trigger on my rs3 last year. :-D
Rs3 saloon surely is the competitor for the C63 ??
As always mega review. No one on TH-cam goes into detail like you guys !! Love it !
Keep it up !!
Yuri - wear the merch mate !!
Edward Moore price wise (at least in the US) they are not competitors. The RS3 MSRP is a good $10k less than the C63. Also they RS3 is a car class one size smaller than the C63
Awesome review as always!
Please review an M2, would love to see a comparison.
Unfortunately I would imagine BMW would not have any M2 Competitions to give out as review test cars. Testing an OG M2 at this point is irrelevant
We'll get an M2 comp at some point
Come down to OC, California! I'll lend you my M2C! :) TheStraightPipes
Absolute legends
It sounds so damn good, because it's a straight 5! It's basically one of the cylinder banks of the V10 in an R8 or Huracan. That's why it sounds so similar.
I love this one without the hatch"back" and it's nimble af
Just picked up this car about 2 months ago and I have been waiting to see what you guys think of it, I'm glad I made a good choice!
I've had nothing but smiles driving this thing
Thank you for putting the US Dollar conversion!!!!
You guys are quickly becoming one of my favorite car review channels!
The 5 cylinder is Audi trying to recreate a better version of their previous 5 cylinders like the Group B Quattro or the RS2 Avamt
Finally someone gets it!
+1. .. "Someone gets it" ? .. My daily driver of 10 yrs from new, 95.5 Audi UrS6 Avant w/RS2 enhancements. .. Fond memories.
I'm picking up this car in August 2019 All black... There is none here to look at or even get a feel for it. I never even sat in it yet, but this video helped me feel like I already own it.
Holy shit. i've been whaiting for this like for ever .😍😍
You guys are the best ❤️❤️
This is a really high quality show all of the driving shots and after effects overlays always look great❗️❗️❗️
My wife’s S3 is pretty awesome to hoon in the snow, if you can left foot brake, it is like a scalpel. I think this motor would definitely require more skill to dance around than the 2 litre. I’m in love with the throwback nod 5 cylinder, I’ve been cookoo for the sounds it makes since the old group B Audi rally cars. Audi does such a great job at differentiating the A vs S vs RS models with styling cues. The RS looks properly turned out! I know the S3 runs a Haldex unit like the Golf R, does the RS have actual Quattro or Marketing Quattro(Haldex)?
Updated haldex that sends up to 90% of torque to the rear wheels. But it's not all the time, only for launches and slipping of the front wheels.
It’s still a haldex fwd based awd
You only get true Quattro with TQ vectoring on longitudinal motors. All MQB R or S are Haldex5 so far. As mentioned Haldex5 throws the TQ to the rear more aggressively than prior versions.
What? Audi barely differentiates at all in the styling department, only way you can tell the models apart is by counting the number and size of exhausts 😂
Oscar Brady when there’s one in the driveway all the time, the differences between them are easier to pick up on.
This is my dad's car and I've only driven it once but it's so easy to drive and he loves it so much
I love your videos guys, well deserved success for both of you! Plus that RS3 is sexy AF
Canadian Rider when yuri and jakub get their new R8 to review, you should meet up with them in your 2008 and do a mini comparison to see how much has changed.
Samuel Behrens Definitely a cool idea lets see with I can get with these chaps :) Who wants to see Straight Pipes do a first gen R8 review !?
This is one of my favorite cars of all time! Im happy you reviewed it!
dude...audi 5zyl cars are legendary
I own this car and been driving Audi's for over 20 years simply one of the Greatest engines Audi has ever made and as of right now only 2 cars have it
I just bought one today. 👍
Still happy with it ?
@@timbardam5878 very much so
@@roadrash76 Nice to hear! Looking for one right now, was checking reviews to be sure, but it's a beautiful car man 👌🏼
@@timbardam5878 I did a muffle delete and replaced the mid pipe with ones that don’t have secondary catalytic converters. It sounds even better than before. No drone.
Just found your vids and subscribed almost immediately...You guys bring a great twist to car reviews, and really enjoy your style. The variety of cars along with your comments keep things fun. Keep up the great work
Thanks
The Audi A3 sedan has the best proportions of any car. Agree with you
you just said that some old volvos have a 5 cylinders and that they sound "so cool". I now officially love you
- a proud Volvo 850 2.5 20V owner
I haven’t seen a single RS3 in my life. But I have seen so many BMW M cars. Meaning that the RS3 is so unique and rare.
Doses Of Cars guessing you are American. There is a bunch of them here in Europe, however we don’t get a single Chevrolet ford or mustang besides entry level model which are already insanely expensive looking over here. I do prefer German cars tho, but never really tried old school mustangs either haha
Ton Pac you are going to love old school. Here in America, there are classic car shows with many old corvettes, mustangs, camaros, Dodge challengers and etc. But it is beyond rare seeing an RS3 here
Doses Of Cars I see them in a lot of shows, they look huge and loud hahaha but I love them, I like the mustang and Chevy from 67, amaaazing cars. I go to Argentina often and they have a lot of them wandering the streets, almost all like ruins but sometimes you can see one in a perfect state and they are beautiful tho.
one thing about the vents, if you pull the center nob up, the air will be diffused at a wider angle, instead of blowing directly at your face.
*12:46* I wish manufacturers would update the car pictures on higher models. My M2 Comp has the same issue
K9 JSB I mean it doesn’t bother me
Doses Of Cars When I spend 65K I expect attention to detail
I got mine in the same color (minus the black package, i preferred the silver exterior trim) and I freaking love it more than anything.
Great review! Just ordered one! Picking it up on Monday! :D can’t wait even more now!
Congrats, you're a smart person
You’re a lucky man to own this beast
Haha thanks! You’re reviews are the best! Also you’re the only ones to incorporate good engine noise into the reviews, no one else ever can, and it’s good you bring it in throughout!
Got nardo grey, sport exhaust, staggered upgraded wheels, red calipers, and black optics pack!
Alex Brownshe great spec & color choice. That's the ultimate stealth saloon right there. I used to say that the Audi S3 & RS3 are for guys who've grown out of the Evo/Impreza phase of their lives but want a luxurious sedan that still kicks ass when you pin the throttle.
Iceberg 47 exactly! I’ve done the Jetta TDI, GTI, Q3, and I needed a rush bad. The dealer could only find all those options with carbon fibre so it has that too!
Bang on ya
I got myself an RS3 and it's absolutely amazing, the quattro system with the 5 cylinder just works perfectly
every time I set off at the traffic light or try to take over someone just pull like a train
Yay for more Audi’s!
I’m in love with the RS3’s 5-Cyl. I wish more car makers made them I love the way they sound😍
awesome editing at 1:16
I have the feeling we just witnessed Jacob's Oh face..."It's sooo fast"! I say in jest, you guys rock!
I love the face Jakub makes every time he is about to say "soo fasst!" haha
I had the A3 Limousine (Sedan) with full S-Line pack although with a much more modest 2.0 TDI Diesel engine. Loved the shape, the seats and the interior quality and design.
Awesome engine. Good looking car (though I would prefer a hatch). Nice interior. The engine is worth the price of admission alone, an aftermarket tune away from supercar-level performance. Too bad you can't a manual. I do wonder what would make it "handle better" than a Golf R as the cars would seem to be so similar mechanically aside from the engine. What aspect of the handling is better?
Professional, detailed, and slightly humorous. Keep it up guys. Quality production.
"Lets start with the Launch."
I love every launch they did ! hahahha so sick
I daily a 2018 TTRS in this exact color. I bought it over the RS3 primarily because it IS a hatchback and I really didn't need a backseat that could fit actual humans. The RS3 and TTRS with this 5 cylinder sound like nothing else on the road and always turn heads. Great review, guys!
Definitely the best in its class so far
I miss my old 5Cyl Audi S4. Bringing back memories.
you basically reviewed every car I like, what is this xD
Patrick 'The Reaper' Star That’s love
Not that I can afford to buy one, but you guys have just sold me on this car.