23 May 2023

1-2-4-5-3: The Return of a Unique Concept

[gallery columns="1" size="full" ids="86463"] “At the time we said to ourselves: the TT is a real sports car, and a high-performance version of it simply belongs on the road.” -- Stephan Reil, former Head of Technical Development at quattro GmbH [source: Audi AG] After two RS 4 and RS 6 models, each in the mid-range, quattro GmbH presented its first compact class vehicle in 2009: the Audi TT RS. “We said to ourselves at the time: The TT is a real sports car, and a high-performance ...
13 Oct 2022

Exclusive Anniversary Package: The Audi RS Q3 edition 10 years

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="77523"] source: Audi AG Limited to 555 cars worldwide Exclusive equipment with sporty details on the exterior and interior Powerful 2.5 liter five-cylinder engine with 294 kW (400 PS) and 480 Nm of torque for outstanding performance Audi is celebrating the tenth anniversary of the Audi RS Q3 with a sporty special edition: the RS Q3 edition 10 years. This car is limited to 555 units worldwide and is available for the RS Q3 and RS Q3 Sportback...
18 Jan 2022

The Matte Look: New Colors for Audi TT, TTS, TT RS, Audi Q3, and RS Q3

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="67918"] source: Audi AG A matte finish lends top models RS Q3 and TT RS a distinctive look Both matte and glossy lacquer make their debut on the same production line in Győr, Hungary From Python Yellow to Dew Silver – this is how color names are created at Audi In addition to Python Yellow for the TT RS and the exclusive Dew Silver for the RS Q3, Daytona Gray and Florett Silver complement the new matte-finish color palette, which Audi now...
30 Sep 2021

2.5 TFSI: Audi’s Most Powerful Series Five-Cylinder

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="64466"] source: Audi AG The legend lives: the five-cylinder engine is an expression of Audi’s DNA Stronger character: the robust sound and characteristic firing order will give you goosebumps Audi RS 3: new setup for unmatched acceleration and top speed The five-cylinder engine has been an important component of Audi’s brand DNA ever since the first one was introduced in 1976. Even today, its characteristic firing order and unique sound ...
9 Jul 2021

High Five for the Audi RS Q3! ABT Presents: 5 Attractive Rims and 440 HP from 5 cylinders

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="62086"] source: ABT Sportsline With its charismatic five-cylinder engine delivering 400 HP (294 kW) and 480 Nm as standard, the Audi RS Q3 showcases Audi’s sporty brand DNA perfectly. As SUV or crossover coupé, it is also the antithesis of conservative body design and appears more desirable as a result. After all, in the early 80s, the iconic, angular design of the original (Ur-)quattro caused a stir in design circles. Back then, ABT Sportslin...
14 Jan 2021

Spy Photo: Cupra Formentor VZ

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="57229"] Wait...what is a Cupra doing on an Audi-centric website? Cupra is the high performance subsidiary of the Spanish automobile manufacturer SEAT, itself a wholly owned subsidiary of Volkswagen Group (which owns Audi). So once again, what is a Cupra doing on an Audi-centric website? [gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="57243"] 5-cylinders...that's why this Cupra Formentor VZ in on our site. Cupra is winter testing the 400hp Forme...
2 Jun 2020

Video of the Day: Audi RS 4 Avant vs RS Q8 vs RS Q3

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="47940"] words: Bill, photo: carwow It's been awhile since we've seen Mat Watson but he's come back with a winner. Last time, he raced an Audi RS 6 Avant against an AMG E63, a BMW M5 Competition, and a Porsche Panamera. This time, he's in an RS 4 and he's challenging an RS Q8 and an RS Q3 in a drag. I know which one I would want no matter where it ends up. Watch all the fun below. [embed]https://youtu.be/AEKgLM8ZudQ[/embed]
26 May 2020

Making of RS: How Audi Sport GMBH Shapes the Character of Its RS Models

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="47741"] source: Audi Sport The RS models from Audi Sport GmbH are the dynamic spearheads of their respective product lines. They have a strong character that consists of distinct design differentiation, full everyday usability, effortless top performance, and a thrilling driving experience. This results from a relentless focus on minute details by the designers and development and test engineers, and it is perfected over numerous test drives a...
19 Feb 2020

The New Audi RS Q3 and the New Audi RS Q3 Sportback

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="43758"] source: Audi AG Photo Gallery of the RS Q3 Sportback      Photo Gallery of the RS Q3 Curtain up for the new RS Q3 (combined fuel consumption in l/100 km: 8.9–8.8 (26.4–26.7 mpg); combined CO2 emissions in g/km: 203–202 (326.7–325.1 g/mi)) and RS Q3 Sportback (combined fuel consumption in l/100 km: 8.9–8.8 (26.4–26.7 mpg); combined CO2 emissions in g/km: 204–202 (328.3–325.1 g/mi)): Both models combine a drive concept...
25 Sep 2019

Compact Power Packs: Audi RS Q3 and Audi RS Q3 Sportback

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="35529"] source: Audi Sport Outstanding performance: SUV and SUV coupe from Audi Sport Coupe-like silhouette: Audi RS Q3 for the first time also as Sportback Award-winning five-cylinder unit: the 2.5 TFSI with more power Audi Sport presents the new edition of the RS Q3 (combined fuel consumption in l/100 km*: 8.9 - 8.8 (26.4 - 26.7 US mpg); combined CO2 emissions in g/km*: 203 - 202 (326.7 - 325.1 g/mi)) and with the RS Q3 Sportback (combine...
25 Jul 2019

Q3 Sportback, RS Q3 Confirmed Not Coming to America

Audi Club is on location in Nashville this week for the launch of the US market specific Q3 crossover. The new Q3 is a big improvement over the outgoing model, already potent and aggressively kitted in S-line spec with 2.0 TFSI engine and optional 20-inch wheels. That the new Q3 is so markedly improved over its predecessor only heightens anticipation over model variants. To that we have some potentially bad news. First and foremost is news on the Q3 Sportback. That new body style was s...
29 Mar 2019

Audi RS Q3 Spied Testing

Let's just say it's been a busy month for the development engineers at Audi Sport GmbH. Audi's skunkworks division was spied just days ago testing the RS 6 Avant, and now they've been nabbed testing what appears to be the next RS Q3. Two mules were tested in warm weather testing, one appearing to be painted Nardo Grey and the other in what is most likely the new Turbo Blue paint that's been coming from Audi on some of the latest model. Though drivetrain details of the upcoming RS Q3 ar...
8 Jan 2019

Carbuzz: Get Ready For The Hardcore 2020 Audi RS Q3

source: carbuzz.com The new Audi RS Q3 is coming to fight AMG. Last summer, Audi lifted the wraps off the all-new second-generation Q3 crossover, which features more aggressive styling and larger proportions. However, it’s only a matter of time before the Q3 gets the hardcore RS treatment from Audi Sport. After undergoing hot weather testing, our spy photographers have spotted the new 2020 Audi RS Q3 being put through its paces in snowy Sweden... Read the rest of the story H...