Audi has unveiled the all-new RS 3 Sportback, which houses the most powerful 2.5L 5-cylinder engine in the history of the German brand. Producing 362 horsepower, it sprints from 0-100 km/h in just 4.3 seconds – 0.3 second faster than the outgoing model. A 7-speed S tronic gearbox and quattro AWD are part of the package.
While Canadian availability remains in doubt, customers in the U.K. will be able to order one starting next March.
Riding on 19” wheels, the next-gen Audi RS 3 Sportback features newly developed RS bucket seats with integrated side airbags and a carbon seat shell which are 7kg lighter than the standard sports seats. It will also offer an RS 3 interior design package with red accents on the seats, knee pads, air vents, floor mats and seat belts.
The black cabin includes sports seats that are upholstered in Nappa leather with contrasting stitching in rock grey, and the driver’s is perfectly positioned in relation to the flat-bottomed RS multifunction sports steering wheel. Stainless steel pedals, Alcantara door inserts, and inlays in either 3D design black or optional Aluminium Race or Carbon also help to set the tone.