Audi RS 3: generations and engines
The Audi RS 3 has been built since 2011 in 4 generations, with 4 engine versions in our catalog (hatchback, sedan). Pick a generation to see its engines, horsepower and fuel economy.
EnlargeProduction years2011–present
Generations4
Engine versions4
Power340–400 hp
Body stylesHatchback, Sedan
FuelGasoline
Timeline
Audi RS 3 generations
- 2011–2012
- 2015–2016
Audi RS 3 sportback (8VA)
Engines below - 2017–present
Audi RS 3 sedan (8V)
Engines below - 2017–present
Audi RS 3 sportback (8VA facelift 2017)
Engines below
Specs
Audi RS 3 engines
The manufacturer's figures for each engine version: horsepower, torque, 0–62 mph, top speed and combined fuel economy.
Audi RS 3 sportback (8VA)2015–2016 · 1 engine version
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 TFSI (367 hp) quattro S tronic | 2015–2016 | Gasoline | 367 hp (270 kW) | 343 lb-ft (465 Nm) | 4.3 s | 174 mph (280 km/h) |
Audi RS 3 sedan (8V)2017–present · 1 engine version
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 TFSI (400 hp) quattro S tronic | 2017–present | Gasoline | 400 hp (294 kW) | 354 lb-ft (480 Nm) | 4.1 s | 155 mph (250 km/h) |
Audi RS 3 sportback (8VA facelift 2017)2017–present · 1 engine version
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 TFSI (400 hp) quattro S tronic | 2017–present | Gasoline | 400 hp (294 kW) | 354 lb-ft (480 Nm) | 4.1 s | 155 mph (250 km/h) |
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