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2026 Audi RS 3 vs 2026 Audi SQ5 Sportback

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2026 Audi RS 3
Audi · 2026
9.1 /10
394
HP
3.6s
0–60
$66k
MSRP
2026 Audi SQ5 Sportback
Audi · 2026
Trim / Variant
8.3 /10
362
HP
4.5s
0–60
$67k
MSRP
At a Glance

Score Breakdown

How each car scores across 6 expert categories

Overall Score
Audi RS
9.1
Audi SQ5
8.3
Performance
Audi RS
9.7
Audi SQ5
8.5
Driving Dynamics
Audi RS
9
Audi SQ5
8.8
Technology
Audi RS
8.8
Audi SQ5
8.2
Comfort
Audi RS
8.2
Audi SQ5
8.2
Value for Money
Audi RS
7.8
Audi SQ5
7.3
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Performance Radar

Larger filled area means stronger all-round capability across all categories

Audi RS 3
Performance9.7
Dynamics9
Tech8.8
Comfort8.2
Value7.8
Engine9.8
Audi SQ5 Sportback
Performance8.5
Dynamics8.8
Tech8.2
Comfort8.2
Value7.3
Engine8.5
Specifications
Audi
RS 3
Audi
SQ5 Sportback
Performance
6 fields
0–60 mph
3.6s
▲ Best
4.5s
Top Speed
155 mph
▲ Best
155 mph
▲ Best
Power
394 hp
▲ Best
362 hp
Torque
369 lb-ft
406 lb-ft
▲ Best
0–100 km/h
Nürburgring
N/A
N/A
Engine & Drivetrain
11 fields
Fuel & Efficiency
7 fields
Chassis & Brakes
5 fields
Wheels & Tyres
4 fields
Steering
3 fields
Dimensions
10 fields
Technology & Features
4 fields
Price & Value
1 fields
Expert Scores
8 fields
Feature Checklist Standard   Not Available
Safety Features
14 features
Exterior Features
10 features
Instrumentation
2 features
Infotainment
10 features
Comfort & Convenience
18 features
Conclusion

Verdict

Based on aggregate expert scores across all categories

🏆 Winner
Audi RS 3
Aggregate score: 53.3/60
  • Quickest 0–60 acceleration
  • Highest top speed
  • Most powerful engine
  • Most affordable MSRP
Audi SQ5 Sportback
Aggregate score: 49.5/60
  • Highest top speed
  • Best comfort rating
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