Description
The 2016 Audi RS3 Sportback S tronic is a high-performance compact hatchback that blends everyday practicality with explosive power and quattro all-wheel-drive confidence. As the flagship of the A3 range, it features Audi’s legendary 2.5L turbocharged 5-cylinder engine, paired with a lightning-fast 7-speed dual-clutch S tronic transmission. It’s a true enthusiast’s car—agile, aggressive, and unmistakably Audi RS.
Engine: 2.5L inline 5-cylinder turbocharged petrol (TFSI)
Power: 270 kW @ 5,550–6,800 rpm
Torque: 465 Nm @ 1,625–5,550 rpm
Transmission: 7-speed S tronic dual-clutch automatic
Drive Type: Quattro all-wheel drive (AWD)
Top Speed: 280 km/h (electronically limited)
Acceleration (0–100 km/h): 4.3 seconds
Fuel Consumption (Combined): 8.1–8.3 L/100 km
Fuel Tank Capacity: 55 litres
Boot Capacity: 280 litres (up to 1,120 litres with seats folded)
Body Style: 5-door hatchback
Seating Capacity: 5 passengers
The RS3 Sportback sits in the premium performance hatchback segment, competing with rivals like the Mercedes-AMG A45, BMW M140i, and Volkswagen Golf R. It’s aimed at performance enthusiasts, young professionals, and premium buyers who want supercar-like acceleration in a practical, everyday package.
