Compare 2018 Audi RS 3 - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $54,900 | $53,400 | $66,500 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $51,058 | $49,662 | $62,345 |
| Destination | $975 | $995 | $995 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Dual Zone Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic |
| Air Filter | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Air Conditioning, Rear | N/A | N/A | With Separate Controls |
| Underseat Ducts | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Auxiliary Visors | Dual | Dual | N/A |
| Cargo Concealed Storage | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Cargo Net | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Cargo Tie Downs | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cell Phone | N/A | N/A | Pre-wiring |
| Clock | In-dash | Analog | In-dash |
| Compass | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Optional | Optional | N/A |
| Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Simulated Suede/aluminum | Urethane | Leather/metal-look |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| Lighter Elements | N/A | Front | N/A |
| Ashtray | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Overhead Console | N/A | Mini | N/A |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
| Floor Mats | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear |
| Front Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| Rear Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| 1-touch Window Up | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| 1-touch Window Down | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Programmable Garage Door Opener | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | Analog |
| Driver Information Centre | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Water Temp Gauge | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Glovebox | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | Fade |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear View Mirror | Auto-dimming Day-night | Auto-dimming Day-night | Auto-dimming Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Remote Trunk Release | Mechanical | Proximity | Power |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather/simulated Suede | Leather/metal-look | Leather |
| Head-up Display | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Air Compressor | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Sport Bucket | Sport Bucket | Sport Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 10-way | 10-way Power | 10-way Power |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 10-way | 10-way Power | 10-way Power |
| Lumbar Support | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Front Armrests | Center | Center | Center Sliding |
| Front Head Restraints | Fixed | Adjustable | Fixed |
| Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback |
| Cooled Front Seats | N/A | Driver And Passenger | N/A |
| Memory | N/A | Driver And Passenger | Driver |
| Rear Seats | 40-20-40 Bench | 40-20-40 Bench | 40-20-40 Bench |
| Rear Armrest | With Pass-thru | Standard | With Pass-thru |
| Rear Head Restraints | 3 - Adjustable | 3 - Adjustable | 3 - Adjustable |
| Heated Rear Seats | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Seat Trim | Leather | MB-Tex/DINAMICA Simulated Suede/leatherette | Cloth/leather |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, Seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, Seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, Seek-scan |
| CD Player | Glove Box Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single |
| MP3 Capability | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Auxiliary Input Jack | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| DVD-Audio | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | Optional | Optional | Standard |
| Speakers | 10 | 5 Burmester | 16 Harman/kardon |
| Amplifier | Standard | 590W | 600W Premium |
| Equalizer | Automatic | N/A | Graphic |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Navigation System | Yes With Voice Activation | COMAND With Voice Activation | Yes With Voice Activation |
| 1st Row LCD Screen | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Impact | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | SIDEGUARD | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row |
| Airbags, Knee Protection | Driver And Passenger | Driver | Driver And Passenger |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | N/A | Mbrace Secure | BMW Assist ECall |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front | Front | N/A |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front |
| Headlights | LED Low/high Beam | Halogen | LED Low/high Beam |
| Exterior Light Control | Programmable | Auto On/off | Auto On/off |
| Delay-off Headlamps | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Headlight Washer | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Cornering Lights | Standard | Optional | N/A |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Directionally Adaptive Headlights | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| LED Taillights | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Door Curb Lights | 2 | 4 | 4 |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Parking Assist | Standard | PARKTRONIC W/Active Parking Assist | Park Distance Control |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Keyless Access System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
| Rear Child Safety Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Ignition Disable | Immobilizer IV | Standard | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | Audi Active Lane Assist | Active Lane Keeping Assist | Optional |
| First Aid Kit | Optional | Standard | N/A |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Blind Spot Sensor | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (144 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/unlimited Mileage), Maintenance (12 Month/10,000 Mileage), Accessories (48 Month/50,000 Mileage) | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage) | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (144 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/unlimited Mileage), Maintenance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 144 Months/unlimited Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 144 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 48 Months/unlimited Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Maintenance | 12 Months/10,000 Miles | N/A | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Window Grid | Window Grid | Window Grid |
| Body Material | Galvanized Steel/aluminum | Galvanized Steel/aluminum | Galvanized Steel/aluminum/composite |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Grille Trim | Black W/aluminum Surround | Chrome | Black W/chrome Surround |
| Fog/driving Lights | Front And Rear | Rear | N/A |
| Door Count | 4 Doors | 4 Doors | 4 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Trunk | Power Close Trunk/liftgate | Trunk |
| Tinted Windows | Light | Light | Light |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Dual Power Remote | Power Remote Driver, Power Remote W/tilt Down Passenger | Power Remote Driver, Power Remote W/tilt Down Passenger |
| Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Mirrors, Auto Dimming | Driver | Driver | Driver And Passenger |
| Sunroof | 1st Row Exterior Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass |
| 2nd Row Sunroof | N/A | Fixed Glass With Power Sunshade | N/A |
| Spoiler | Lip | Lip | Lip |
| Front Tires | P235/35YR19.0 BSW Summer Performance | P225/45HR18.0 BSW Run-flat AS | P255/40YR18.0 BSW Summer Performance |
| Tires - Rear | 235/35YR10 | 245/40HR18 | 275/40YR18 |
| Wheels | 19" Silver Aluminum | 18" Machined W/painted Accents AMG Aluminum | 18" Silver Aluminum |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
| Windshield Wipers - Rain Sensing | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 2.5L I-5 | 3.0L V-6 | 3.0L I-6 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Turbocharger | Intercooled Turbo | Twin Turbo | Twin Turbo |
| Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Drive Type | Quattro All Wheel | AMG 4MATIC All Wheel | Rear-wheel |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
| Speed Sensitive Steering | Servotronic | Standard | Servotronic |
| Suspension Tuning | Sport | AMG Sport | Sport |
| Ride Control | Audi Drive Select | AMG RIDE CONTROL | Standard |
| Adaptive Suspension | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Suspension Type | Strut | Strut | Strut |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Audi Magnetic Ride Magnetic Fluid-filled | AMG | Gas-pressurized |
| Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Shocks | Audi Magnetic Ride Magnetic Fluid-filled | AMG | Gas-pressurized |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Electronic Stability System | Standard | ESP W/Crosswind Assist | Standard |
| Sequential Shift Control | S Tronic | Standard | Optional |
| Transmission | S Tronic 7-spd Auto-shift Man W/OD | 9-spd Auto W/OD | 6-spd Man W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 4.06 | 3.07 | 3.46 |
| Locking/limited Slip Differential | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Remote Vehicle Starting System | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 176.3 " | 185.0 " | 184.5 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 70.7 " | 71.3 " | 73.9 " |
| Exterior Height | 55.0 " | 56.3 " | 56.1 " |
| Engine | 2.5L I-5 | 3.0L V-6 | 3.0L I-6 |
| Horsepower | 400 @ 5,850 Rpm | 362 @ 5,500 Rpm | 425 @ 5,500 Rpm |
| Torque | 354 @ 1,700 Rpm | 384 @ 2,000 Rpm | 406 @ 1,850 Rpm |
| Fuel Economy - City | 19 Mpg | 20 Mpg | 17 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 28 Mpg | 27 Mpg | 25 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 5.3 Seconds | N/A | 4.4 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 13.8 Seconds | N/A | 13.1 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 98 Mph | N/A | 107 Mph |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .9 | N/A | .9 |
| Slalom Speed | 63 Mph | N/A | 61 Mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.25/3.65 " | 3.46/3.23 " | 3.31/3.53 " |
| Curb Weight | 3,593 Lbs. | 3,759 Lbs. | 3,540 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | N/A | N/A | 4,630 Lbs. |
| Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | N/A | N/A | 2,185 Lbs. |
| Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | N/A | N/A | 2,580 Lbs. |
| Payload | N/A | N/A | 980 Lbs. |
| Wheelbase | 103.6 " | 111.8 " | 110.7 " |
| Front Track | 61.4 " | 63.0 " | 62.2 " |
| Rear Track | 60.2 " | 61.0 " | 63.1 " |
| Turning Radius | 18.1 '' | 18.4 '' | 20.0 '' |
| Ground Clearance | N/A | N/A | 4.7 " |
| Drag Coefficient | .33 | .32 | .34 |
| Front Legroom | 41.2 " | 41.7 " | 42.0 " |
| Rear Legroom | 35.1 " | 35.2 " | 35.1 " |
| Front Headroom | 39.6 " | 40.0 " | 40.3 " |
| Rear Headroom | 36.4 " | 38.2 " | 37.7 " |
| Front Shoulder Room | 54.8 " | 55.3 " | 55.1 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 53.0 " | 55.0 " | 55.1 " |
| Luggage Volume | 10.0 Cu.ft. | 12.6 Cu.ft. | 12.0 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 10.0 Cu.ft. | 12.6 Cu.ft. | 12.0 Cu.ft. |
| Fuel Tank | 14.5 Gal. | 17.4 Gal. | 15.9 Gal. |
| Cost To Own Edit | |||
| Cost Rating | Average | Below Average | Excellent |
| Cost Per Mile | $1.23 | $1.32 | $1.37 |
| Depreciation | $33,089 | $35,648 | $35,584 |
| Fees and Taxes | $4,359 | $4,241 | $5,224 |
| Fuel Cost | $6,558 | $6,530 | $7,338 |
| Insurance | $6,504 | $7,022 | $7,138 |
| Maintenance | $4,358 | $5,676 | $3,767 |
| Repairs | $1,231 | $1,403 | $2,862 |
| Opportunity Costs | $424 | $439 | $490 |
| Total Cost | $61,650 | $65,945 | $68,614 |
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Passenger's | N/A | 4 | N/A |
| Overall | N/A | 5 | N/A |
| Overall Side | N/A | 5 | N/A |
| Side Barrier Rating Driver | N/A | 5 | N/A |
| Driver's | N/A | 5 | N/A |
| Side - Pole | N/A | 5 | N/A |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (REAR) | N/A | 5 | N/A |
| Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | N/A | 5 | N/A |
| Side - Barrier | N/A | 5 | N/A |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (FRONT) | N/A | 5 | N/A |
| Overall Rollover Rating | 4 | 4 | N/A |
| Overall Front | N/A | 4 | N/A |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Overall Rear | N/A | good | N/A |
| Chest | N/A | good | N/A |
| Restraints and Dummy Kinematics | N/A | acceptable | N/A |
| Driver Torso | N/A | good | N/A |
| Overall Evaluation | N/A | good | N/A |
| Structure/safety cage | N/A | good | N/A |
| Rear Passenger Torso | N/A | good | N/A |
| Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | N/A | good | N/A |
| Hip/Thigh | N/A | good | N/A |
| Structure and Safety Cage | N/A | good | N/A |
| Lower Leg/Foot | N/A | good | N/A |
| Overall Side | N/A | good | N/A |
| Roof Strength | N/A | good | N/A |
| Restraints | N/A | good | N/A |
| Driver Pelvis/Leg | N/A | good | N/A |
| Right Leg/Foot | N/A | good | N/A |
| Ease of Use | N/A | good | N/A |
| Head/Neck | N/A | good | N/A |
| Dynamic Rating | N/A | good | N/A |
| Rear Passenger Head Protection | N/A | good | N/A |
| Rear Passenger Head and Neck | N/A | good | N/A |
| Driver Head and Neck | N/A | good | N/A |
| Overall Front | N/A | good | N/A |
| Left Leg/Foot | N/A | good | N/A |
| Driver Head Protection | N/A | good | N/A |
| Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | N/A | good | N/A |
