2023 Audi RS 3 v Mercedes-AMG A 45 S Comparison | Which German giant-killer is the best hot hatch?

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Which of these German giant-killers is the ultimate hot hatch? 👉 Full Review: www.carsales.com.au/editorial...
Enormous power outputs and clever all-wheel drive systems make the new 2023 Audi RS 3 Sportback and Mercedes-AMG A 45 S the supercars of the hot hatch world.
Both of these high-performance German hatchbacks also remain highly practical, so which is best and can any hot hatch really justify a six-figure price tag?
Fast Forward
00:00 Intro
00:47 Pricing and specs
02:26 Engine performance
03:16 RS 3 Interior review
05:09 A 45 Interior review
06:54 Infotainment & safety
07:08 Luggage space
07:31 A 45 Road test
10:15 RS 3 Road test
12:38 Verdict
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@GregMurnin Жыл бұрын

Both great cars undoubtedly. I got the a45s 3 months ago and it's by far the easiest car I've ever driven. Can't go wrong with either car by the sound of things.

@steverobbo55 Жыл бұрын

Great Video 👍👍

@billshoe22191 Жыл бұрын

I had much more fun with the A45 S on the track compared to the new RS3 but I can see the argument for it. Both great cars. The front bumper or lack there of on the Audi is a deal breaker to me though

@dh-ro6gh Жыл бұрын

How does "best" hot hatch = cheaper to buy and service? It should be whichever one is the better at being a hot hatch.

@germanengineering204 Жыл бұрын

RS3 is a better overall package, and better long term value to an owner! That was the conclusion of this review, and most others!

@dh-ro6gh Жыл бұрын

@@germanengineering204 Its fine if you think it's the better package, but I would rather own the AMG. I rather be excited by sitting inside it and driving dynamics are more exciting. Since when was a VAG product long term ownership better than a Mercedes? In what way?

@germanengineering204 Жыл бұрын

@@dh-ro6gh Resale value is the main reason! I like the Benz a lot as well considered buying one!👍

@Joobkl Жыл бұрын

Great review. I ended up getting S3 sportback. Value for money. Enough performance and great daily

@zIBaXiiIz 10 ай бұрын

Poor

@luciussander8217 Жыл бұрын

You can display two dials in RS individual. That's the display I have mine in.

@RichLion Жыл бұрын

Once the ECU is unlocked on the 8Y, it will be a low 10sec car with a flash, e85, downpipe.

@Jays22b Жыл бұрын

e85 , now we talking. Got me stuffed why it was never allowed oem

@scottiewardle Ай бұрын

You didnt mention the gear shift change on the a45s is far superior and responsive than the rs3. Especially downshifting on command.

@luciussander8217 Жыл бұрын

I owned the Merc for nearly 3 years and recently got the RS3 with RS pack and full carbon trim, after an 18 month wait I would add. The Merc, whilst being a great car, comes second in this contest. It was uncomfortable on longer journeys, sounded like a hair dryer and was a bit in your face for my liking. Whilst I liked the interior, my wife hated it. The Merc developed rattles as well and they were not easy to sort out. The biggest thing though is handling, the RS3 is way better and sounds better. Tech in the RS3 is better and you CAN display two dials in the virtual dash. The RS3 looks better too, albeit that's always going to be subjective I guess. I'm much happier with the Audi than the Merc and crucially it feels special, unlike the Merc. Only gripes with the RS3... the B&O is crap, it really is. OK, some of the plastics are cheap, but it is hard to spot them. Last thing, the drive modes are very glitchy - seems there are software issues, but a fix is coming. Nearly 2 years after the car was launched, come on Audi...

@davew5167 Жыл бұрын

Excellent review. I've driven both, and they are both great cars. I bought the A45S because to me, it felt up on its toes and alive, very much like a real sports car. The RS3 felt less special, maybe more livable and better for every day driving, but who buys a car like either of these for everyday driving?!!!

@oggyoggy1299 Жыл бұрын

Most people buy these for everyday driving.

@luciussander8217 Жыл бұрын

I imagine everyone buys these cars as dailies! I owner, not drove, owned the Merc for almost 3 years and now have the RS3. My view is the exact opposite of yours. LOL. You can keep the hard seats and hairdryer of an engine.

@davew5167 Жыл бұрын

@@luciussander8217 That's funny. You missed the bit that I own my A45S. You also confirmed my point that the RS3 is more comfortable. Incredible insight! As for the engine note, I've put a full akrapovic system on the A45 and it sounds amazing. Screams at the redline. Would be great if that was a factory solution though.

@jeffstryker1454 Жыл бұрын

I think I like the Mercedes better and that interior is nice.

@Jays22b Жыл бұрын

audi r3 having different wheel sizes, Nah bad move, My amg a45 i rotate the tyre's easy. i got 2 spare tyre's already I can use on front or rear. In a country town, try having a blow out and replacing the tyre!!, I leave old tyre's at parent's in country localions . Audi , I'de have to leave 2 spare tyre's to differnet sizes.

@fale892 Жыл бұрын

Spotto

@GlenKimpton 4 ай бұрын

Hahaha you mean spotto spotto

@knight2425 Жыл бұрын

Wait for the Hyundai fanboys to come on and tell us their Hyundai is better than both these cars

@hi9580 Жыл бұрын

More hp and handling for the money

@knight2425 Жыл бұрын

@@hi9580 from the Hyundai?

@Model1822 Жыл бұрын

Hyundai 😂😂😂

@SR-fi8ef Жыл бұрын

🫨

@upbeatmantis86 2 ай бұрын

I30n is better 👊👊👊

@g.m3399 Жыл бұрын

Toyota Corolla GR / Yaris GR # 1

@dh-ro6gh Жыл бұрын

Number 1 for what? Corolla interior and 1 less cylinder? Sorry, if I can spend the money on an A45S or RS3 hatch, I'm not picking a Corolla.

@luciussander8217 Жыл бұрын

Girl's cars

@nickloborec1416 11 ай бұрын

@@luciussander8217 Couldn't agree more. My wife loves her rs3

@mvnorsel6354 Жыл бұрын

Totally wasted on me I'm a slow driver. Still no harm to watch.

@jagayong9333 Жыл бұрын

You must mean you’re 180cm tall, not 180km tall (4:50)

@CrystalNinja07 Жыл бұрын

He clearly said centimeters

@skids4791 Жыл бұрын

Audis interior is bland and boring as you can’t get the coloured stitching in the UK. The info system looks awful and old where as the Merc looks stunning inside. I looked at both and pic the. A45 up in 5 weeks. For me, easily the better car.

@luciussander8217 Жыл бұрын

Good luck with that. I recently sold my A45S+ and now have my carbon sporback RS3, my God, WAY BETTER and then some!

@skids4791 Жыл бұрын

@@luciussander8217 I’m sure the drive of the RS3 is incredible but I want more and I feel you get that in a Merc at the moment. Enjoy you car mate.

@angy97 8 ай бұрын

A45 big dial vents looks exaggerated and ugly, like RS3 dash

@rustygates3367 Жыл бұрын

How did you get to the conclusion that the RS3 was better? You just boiled it all down to price... wtf? and the build/interior of the AMG is certainly better. Carwow did the better comparison...