Audi RS 3 Saloon· 2025
★ 9.2
2025 Audi RS 3 Saloon
Sedan2025SedanPetrolAWDquattroUKEuropePerformanceRS3TFSI2.5L5-Cylinder2025S tronic4-DoorSaloonRS Torque SplitterNürburgring RecordSport Saloon3.8sFacelift

Audi RS 3 Saloon

9.2/ 10 Expert Score
Starting at$60,510
Fuel TypePetrol
Power395 hp
0–60 mph3.8s
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Trims & Variants

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AWD (quattro)
RS 3
$60,510
Power
395 hp
0–60 mph
3.8s
AWD (quattro)
Carbon Black
$65,160
Power
395 hp
0–60 mph
3.8s
AWD (quattro)
Carbon Vorsprung
$69,650
Power
395 hp
0–60 mph
3.8s
Side-by-Side Comparison
FeatureRS 3
AWD (quattro)
Carbon Black
AWD (quattro)
Carbon Vorsprung
AWD (quattro)
Specifications
Starting MSRP$60,510$65,160$69,650
DrivetrainAWD (quattro)AWD (quattro)AWD (quattro)
Engine2.5 TFSI 2,480 cc Inline-5 Turbo, 395 hp, 369 lb-ft; RS Torque Splitter AWD; EA855 evo2.5 TFSI 2,480 cc Inline-5 Turbo, 395 hp, 369 lb-ft; RS Torque Splitter AWD; EA855 evo2.5 TFSI 2,480 cc Inline-5 Turbo, 395 hp, 369 lb-ft; RS Torque Splitter AWD; EA855 evo
Horsepower395 hp395 hp395 hp
City MPG———
Highway MPG———
0–60 mph3.8s3.8s3.8s
Curb Weight3,450 lbs3,450 lbs3,450 lbs
Features
Blind Spot Monitor———
Adaptive Cruise Control——✓
Surround View Camera———
Parking Sensors✓✓✓
Heated Steering Wheel———
Heads-Up Display (HUD)——✓
Keyless Entry——✓
Push Button Start✓✓✓
Remote Start———
Dual-Zone Climate✓✓✓
Sunroof / Moonroof———
Panoramic Roof——✓
Fog Lights———
Heated Seats✓✓✓
Ventilated Seats———
Memory Seats——✓
Premium Audio——✓
Wireless Charging✓✓✓
Navigation✓✓✓
Apple CarPlay✓✓✓
Android Auto✓✓✓
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Full Specifications

Engine
Engine Type2.5 TFSI 2,480 cc Inline-5 Turbo, 395 hp, 369 lb-ft; RS Torque Splitter AWD; EA855 evo
Displacement2480
Compression Ratio—
Max Power395 hp
Max Torque369 lb-ft
Rev Limit—
InductionTurbocharged Direct Injection (TFSI); EA855 evo 5-Cylinder; Single Twin-Scroll Turbocharger; RS-proprietary high-revving tune
Transmission
Gearbox7-Speed S tronic Dual-Clutch
DriveAWD (quattro)
Differentialquattro Permanent AWD with RS Torque Splitter (Active, Fully Variable Rear Torque Vectoring — independently controlled multi-plate clutches per rear wheel)
ClutchDual Wet Clutch (S tronic DSG)
Fuel
Fuel TypePetrol
Fuel Economy (City)—
Fuel Economy (Highway)—
Fuel Economy (Combined)26 mpg
Fuel Tank14.5 gal
Fuel GradePetrol 98 RON (95 RON minimum; 98 RON recommended for full 400 PS output)
CO₂ Emissions208 g/km
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Performance Figures

0–60 mph3.8seconds
Top Speed155 mph
Power395hp
Torque369 lb-ft
Nürburgring7:33.123min
Weight3450lbs
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Expert Scores

★ 9.2/10
Performance9.8
Design9.1
Technology8.8
Comfort8.3
Value7.5
Engine9.8
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Pros & Cons

What we love
✓The RS 3 Saloon standard trim combines the Sportback's full performance specification — 400 PS five-cylinder, RS torque splitter, 3.8s 0–62 — with the formal presence of a 4-door saloon body, a 39 L larger boot (321 L vs Sportback's 282 L), and a 5 g/km lower CO₂ figure of 208 g/km WLTP (vs 212 g/km Sportback). The lower drag coefficient of the Saloon body gives it a marginally better fuel economy figure (31.0 UK mpg vs 30.4 for the Sportback), making it the more efficient choice as well as the one with the larger boot.
✓The Saloon's formal, executive appearance contrasts brilliantly with its 3.8s performance. For business drivers who want Nürburgring-record performance in a company-car-friendly 4-door body — and the lower CO₂ for BIK tax calculations — the RS 3 Saloon at £60,510 is a unique and compelling proposition. Standard specification is identical to the Sportback: torque splitter, RS exhaust, Drive Select with RS modes, 12.3" RS virtual cockpit, navigation, wireless charging, 3-zone climate.
Considerations
✕Standard LED headlights only — Matrix LED requires Carbon Black or above
✕Top speed governed 155 mph — 174 mph requires Carbon Vorsprung
✕No DCC adaptive suspension standard — Carbon Vorsprung only
✕No reversing camera standard — Carbon Vorsprung only (Tech Pack)
✕No HUD, no SONOS, no panoramic roof standard
✕£1,000 more than equivalent Sportback — purely for Saloon body preference
✕208 g/km CO₂ and 31.0 mpg WLTP — improved vs Sportback but still high vs non-RS A3
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2025 Audi RS 3 Saloon — Questions & Answers

The 2025 Audi RS 3 Saloon has a starting price of $60,510 in the UK market. The exact price varies by trim, options and region.

The 2025 Audi RS 3 Saloon produces 395 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque from its 2.5 TFSI Inline-5 Turbocharged Petrol (2,480 cc; 400 PS / 395 hp; 500 Nm / 369 lb-ft); quattro AWD with RS Torque Splitter (Active Fully-Variable Rear Torque Vectoring); 7-Speed S tronic Dual-Clutch; EA855 evo — 9× International Engine of the Year Award Winner; Nürburgring Compact-Class Record: 7:33.123 — UK/Europe Only.

The 2025 Audi RS 3 Saloon accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in approximately 3.8s.

The 2025 Audi RS 3 Saloon has a top speed of 155 mph.

The 2025 Audi RS 3 Saloon is powered by a 2.5 TFSI Inline-5 Turbocharged Petrol (2,480 cc; 400 PS / 395 hp; 500 Nm / 369 lb-ft); quattro AWD with RS Torque Splitter (Active Fully-Variable Rear Torque Vectoring); 7-Speed S tronic Dual-Clutch; EA855 evo — 9× International Engine of the Year Award Winner; Nürburgring Compact-Class Record: 7:33.123 — UK/Europe Only.

The 2025 Audi RS 3 Saloon comes with AWD.

The 2025 Audi RS 3 Saloon achieves approximately 26 mpg combined.

The 2025 Audi RS 3 Saloon is a Petrol vehicle.

The 2025 Audi RS 3 Saloon seats 5 and has 4 doors.

The 2025 Audi RS 3 Saloon is a Sedan.

PerfectCars' experts rate the 2025 Audi RS 3 Saloon 9.2/10 overall, based on performance, design, technology, comfort and value.

The 2025 Audi RS 3 Saloon is covered by 3 Years / 60,000 Miles Vehicle Warranty (extendable to 4yr/75,000mi at £445 or 5yr/90,000mi at £970); 3 Years Paint Warranty; 12 Years Anti-Perforation Warranty; Service Interval 19,000 Miles or 2 Years (UK).