Audi RS3 v Mercedes-AMG A45 S: Which is best?
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Which is the best German compact performance car - the Mercedes-AMG A45 S, or the Audi RS3? Well, we’re here to find out!
Mat’s got his hands on both of these performance pocket rockets and he’s going to run you through everything you need to know to find out which is best! (Ok, it’s the RS3 saloon rather than the hatchback, but it’s basically the same car…)
So let’s have a look at the stats. Starting with the Audi, it’s packing a 2.5-litre 5-cylinder turbo petrol engine under the bonnet, that’s good for 400hp & 500Nm of torque. It’s equipped with all-wheel drive, and Audi claims it can hit 60mph in just 3.8 seconds.
As for the AMG, it’s actually down a cylinder, with a 2-litre 4-cylinder engine housed up front. However, it’s worth noting that this is the most powerful 2-litre 4-cylinder engine in the world, so it can put down 421hp and 500Nm - so it’s more powerful than the Audi! It can also hit 60mph slightly quicker, at 3.7 seconds.
In terms of styling, it’s fair to say the Audi is definitely a bit more understated than the AMG. Sure it comes with two huge oval exhaust pipes along with some big air intakes up front, but that’s nothing compared to the AMG’s huge wing and quad exhaust tips!
In terms of price, they’re both relatively similar, with the Audi starting at £55,000, and the AMG coming in at £59,000. But which should you choose? There’s only one way to find out - stick with Mat for this all-new group test!
Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:26 Price
01:14 Engine
02:28 Rev Test
03:09 Brakes
04:18 Exterior Design
05:17 Interior
06:28 Chassis
08:20 Driving
12:40 Back Seats
13:14 Boot
13:43 0-60mph
14:44 Verdict
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@carwow Жыл бұрын
02:28 Which sounds worst? 👀VOTE BELOW!
@carwow Жыл бұрын
VOTE: Audi RS3
@carwow Жыл бұрын
VOTE: AMG A45 S
@okithdesilva129 Жыл бұрын
The AMG A45 S sounds the worst! But I love the AMG A45 S because it's performance is insane!
@nathanb2100 Жыл бұрын
RS3 :)
@skriddle3 Жыл бұрын
a45 no cap
@tontonaali Жыл бұрын
sound of a 5 cylinders is always better than a 4 cylinders, even with a soft limiter
@qwertzn Жыл бұрын
Both Fake 😂😂😂
@purwantiallan5089 Жыл бұрын
@@qwertzn 5 cylinders is better than 4, qwertzN.
@qwertzn Жыл бұрын
@@purwantiallan5089 jes, but both sounds are fake inside :D
@jeffreyt4709 Жыл бұрын
Nope.
@qwertzn Жыл бұрын
@@jeffreyt4709 expert
@Showmetheevidence- Жыл бұрын
Crazy to think these hatch backs have a history in “cheap performance” cars. No longer with £50k + price tags.
@adplays7261 Жыл бұрын
true, the prices will propably lower quite a bit overtime as they lose value atleast 10k to 15k
@marcellowheeler88 Жыл бұрын
@@adplays7261 Man Idk those RS models hold their value extremely well.
@headcoatee Жыл бұрын
The RS3 and A45 have never been cheap. They have always cost almost twice as much as the base models.
@isakyhadz Жыл бұрын
@@adplays7261 Have you seen how much used RS3s go for? It's pretty crazy.
@infinitydreamzz Жыл бұрын
The idea of a luxury hatchback is kind of ridiculous. A five year old Golf R costs £20,000 plus a chip tuning to take it to 360bhp. Not worth spending £50,000+ on a hatchback. For that money buy a proper looking luxury car.
@oppos727 Жыл бұрын
Really impressed by the staying power of the A45 after all these years.
@MTLJack Жыл бұрын
Yea but it’s resale value is crap lol
@MaticTheProto Жыл бұрын
@@MTLJack u don’t buy them as an investment
@TheKingofdans Жыл бұрын
@@MTLJack if that's the reason you're buying then waw
@zIBaXiiIz Жыл бұрын
@@MTLJack the resale value is really good. Webuyanycar have offered me 8k more than I owe on it :)
@randychopa2699 5 ай бұрын
@@MTLJackis a different story in my country. It has a good resale value here
@aghowrath Жыл бұрын
Matt I Iove your simplicity yet incisive critique of the cars you sample. Keep up the brilliant tests!!!
@telegrammethecartersharer8673 Жыл бұрын
Congratulation Let talk....... ✍️✍️✍️✍️✍️✍️
@BirdiesGoCherp Жыл бұрын
3:09 that must've been a really bad run into the curb to take off a chunk of the tyre like that.
@Andrewzwyatt Жыл бұрын
@Chatsta every single a45 ive seen never has the T on🤣🤣
@Andrewzwyatt Жыл бұрын
cant expect much from a merc driver
@BirdiesGoCherp Жыл бұрын
@Chatsta had to look for it. Nice catch.
@purwantiallan5089 Жыл бұрын
@Chatsta u cant spell TURBO without T, Chatsta.
@purwantiallan5089 Жыл бұрын
@@Andrewzwyatt 😂😂😂
@Auditography Жыл бұрын
The new RS3-R ABT that dropped yesterday is something you have to race against an M3 Competition! Cheers
@sylvaind.6786 Жыл бұрын
Lol 500 ABT-hp means 350 Porsche-hp Overpriced and underengineered
@catalinandrei6740 Жыл бұрын
No one cares lol
@baksuse Жыл бұрын
The Audi fanboy again, the normal RS3 can't do shit against a M3 so he has to bring up the tuned one. They have to race it against a tuned M3 then
@200gmann Жыл бұрын
@@baksuse Pathetic comment. There's over 100 bhp difference between the standard cars!
@user-gl4sd9xe3b Жыл бұрын
@@200gmann and a 20k in price difference. Clearly a bmw fanboy only thinking about the M3, and probably drives a clio. The a45s would give the M3 a run for it’s money
@bntenza Жыл бұрын
This is one your best review, very informative and fun at the same time.
@ianmansfield8885 Жыл бұрын
This is the best review you've ever done..your enthusiasm and detail for both cars is amazing...didn't need a winner they probably appeal to different people or both appeal to everyone....like me
@redoctober67 Жыл бұрын
This is such an excellent point. Both are neck and neck in terms of performance, but they both really distinguish themselves from the other. His mentioning of the RS3's practicality as a daily compared to the A45 (which provides more thrill at the cost of daily comfort) really highlights this. Ultimately, I think it comes down to personal taste, and you really couldn't go wrong with either of these if both appeal to you!
@spekyspectacles105 Жыл бұрын
As an A45s Owner this does put a smile to my face 😁 but that doesn’t take away the fact each time I see an RS3 there is always mutual respect ✊🏼
@luciussander8217 Жыл бұрын
Well, I went from the Merc to the RS3. The Audi is the better car. Don't miss the seats in the Merc and the interior - much prefer my new car in that regard. Better to drive too.
@spekyspectacles105 Жыл бұрын
@@luciussander8217 I also drove the new RS3 while I was deciding which car to buy. And I didn’t miss the Audi I much prefer the Merc 😂 everyone is entitled to an opinion
@kose963 Жыл бұрын
F*** BMW
@fzr1000981 Жыл бұрын
@@spekyspectacles105 no question which one is quicker and has more power potential, there are guys making over 800 rwhp on the 5 cyl
@spekyspectacles105 Жыл бұрын
@@fzr1000981 ok mate it’s not a competition
@leroyrs Жыл бұрын
I would go with any of 'em. Fantastic cars. I love the colour of the AMG.
@purwantiallan5089 Жыл бұрын
Those bots are crazy, Carwow.
@sayyedameerarkhisro1464 Жыл бұрын
It's a nightmare to maintain though
@damarfadlan9251 Жыл бұрын
@@sayyedameerarkhisro1464 yep. Quite a nightmare for many.
@rockclimbingskills Жыл бұрын
@R I T A - F Ú:Ç:K MÈ PLÈĀŚЕ ! its rita guys. Honestly its not a Romanian man on his old smart phone with a cracked screen
@TheAzenderszz Жыл бұрын
@@sayyedameerarkhisro1464 especially the audi.
@real2gone Жыл бұрын
Great review, Mat. Love you to get hold of the new limited edition, Audi RS3-R ABT.
@gavinlewis3049 Жыл бұрын
Good to see the head to head tests again, I feel like it's been a while, good consumer advice.
@colingregson8653 Жыл бұрын
Useful in M25 jams !!.
@Horizon301. Жыл бұрын
Thank you for addressing Audi’s huge degradation in quality. It has to be said. Every new model is worse than the one before it for interior quality
@utb8536 Жыл бұрын
and they were no 1 before in terms of interior quality in my opinion!
@bigduphusaj162 Жыл бұрын
@@utb8536 🤣 good one.
@luciussander8217 Жыл бұрын
Hardly. I have the new RS3, it's just fine inside. People getting their knickers in a twist over nothing. It's based on an A3, what do you expect, the interior from an A6? Everything is solid, no rattles, looks great, tech is great and the plastics are mainly OK - crucially, it does still feel and look premium. Get in a Golf R if you want to see the next step down the ladder...
@aerox69x Жыл бұрын
It's pretty true its mainly the plastic quality but that's happened across the whole vw group recently. Had a look at a golf rs3 and golf r and they feel no better than a hyundai i30n (albeit thet have a better design)
@Side-Shift Жыл бұрын
Luckily, the newest version of the R8 still has great build quality
@joellistic9454 Жыл бұрын
Would love to see a comparison of the GLA45 S vs RSQ3, or even a drag race of the A45 S vs RS3 vs GLA45 S vs RSQ3 - make it happen Matt!
@DIRTYvinnieXD Жыл бұрын
Gla is way lighter then the Q3 as the Q3 is a class bigger, we should look for the GLB for that race
@joellistic9454 Жыл бұрын
@@DIRTYvinnieXD I disagree, looking at the stats (height/width/weight) the GLA is closer in size to the Q3 than the GLB is.
@DIRTYvinnieXD Жыл бұрын
@@joellistic9454 sorry you are right
@The_Shape20 Жыл бұрын
@@DIRTYvinnieXD no the Q3 is in the liga of a gla and the glc is in the liga of the q5
@blackmagician0078 Жыл бұрын
M2 owns both in reverse
@ViveSemelBeneVivere Жыл бұрын
I'm surprised Audi screwed up with the gearing and turbo lag - I mean after all these years of Audi turbo you'd think they'd have it nailed by now. Puzzling. But @3:12 that tyre damage - was that even safe to drive because the MoT would condemn it. 😮
@Johnjakfay1969 Жыл бұрын
Really great content Matt! More of these videos please!
@telegrammethecartersharer8673 Жыл бұрын
Congratulation Let talk....... ✍️✍️✍️✍️✍️✍️
@p1eased0nteatme Жыл бұрын
I still wish the RS3 had a fulltime AWD system instead of a gimped Haldex setup. It's so close to being the perfect modern-day RS2 homage, but the weak AWD system spoils it a little imo
@joelzylstra2971 Жыл бұрын
I’ve got an 8v S3 and I concur, that new gen system is supposed to be really good but I would think the Quattro ultra off the RS6 would be perfect.
@purwantiallan5089 Жыл бұрын
@@joelzylstra2971 RS4 and S1 also.
@manilove2pwn Жыл бұрын
Get Haldex control system
@bigduphusaj162 Жыл бұрын
@@joelzylstra2971 no haldex system is good, they are all abysmal.
@khvidtube1617 Жыл бұрын
I have installed a Haldex controller and can select from 100/0 (F/R) up to 50/50, fixed or according to speed, throttle or combined speed and throttle. Lots of fun when you can set 50/50 for fast acceleration from the dig and then automatically change to 100/0 at highway speed.
@l2icksta Жыл бұрын
RS3 NO DOUBT
@sebaschacon7728 Жыл бұрын
YOU ARE DRUNK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@user-gt8dh7qj3w 2 ай бұрын
@@sebaschacon7728 No you are
@Asperaetastra Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your work, CarWoW! Exciting and informative - as usual! Have a great day everyone!
@georgefranks5070 Жыл бұрын
Man’s been hitting the gym💪🏽💪🏽 keep it up Matt!!
@okithdesilva129 Жыл бұрын
Mat thank you so much for this insane video!
@6ixtynine Жыл бұрын
Definitely feels like it’s more exciting in the A45s. Sounds more manic and those shift changes were sharp.
@edwinfouche2394 Жыл бұрын
Seeing Matt pull off in launch controll on the A45S with absolutely no drop of tyre spin, I wonder if he knows about the feature the new AMG's have that you can manually increase/decrease the launch revs based on how grippy the surface is you are launching on. I think that A45S could have done a bit better🤔🤔🤔
@pure_awareness Жыл бұрын
He has one as a daily
@t-rex7796 9 ай бұрын
While the A45’s 2.0L feels faster from the factory, consider this. To get there AMG had to wind it up so far (25psi) that it is highly stressed and can’t be made to go faster. The RS3 on the other hand, is just as quick yet does it so much easier, and when tuned can keep up with Supercars!!!
@mugenmark 7 ай бұрын
Yet I’ve seen remapped ones pushing around 500bhp with a sports cat and remap so not that highly stressed
@Talha9M Жыл бұрын
YES I HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS VIDEO FOR SO LONG! THANK YOU CARWOW
@ACERASPIRE1 Жыл бұрын
That tyre wall and wheel damage on the MB is huge
@piotrk1047 Жыл бұрын
Drove both options in USD spec and went with a CLA 35 AMG ( saved $15k over local rates) ... all and all I'm happy it fits what I was looking for ... But I gotta admit you are right quality specially insulation has stepped down a bit in these ...
@TheDiegocers Жыл бұрын
How much did you pay?
@hlf_coder6272 Жыл бұрын
Congrats! It's a sweet ride.
@hotdognobun 11 ай бұрын
I was looking a new CLA35 but was hard to find in 2022 so ended up getting a CLA45. Dunno why but the 35 sounds very nice compared to my 45 exhaust note
@adifferentangle7064 Жыл бұрын
The a45 is the only car I've seen tested in the last twenty years that makes every single person smile and laugh when they drive it. I saw one where guy was driving an a45 that his friend had for a year and his friend made the same big smile like it was the first day he got it.
@toddbevan Жыл бұрын
Why is nobody talking about 3:12? Imagine buying a £60K hatchback and smashing your wheel that hard. 💀
@AA9784HA Жыл бұрын
wanted to say the same. Cringe moment for sure
@rubberduck3788 Жыл бұрын
If the owner is like any of the ones near me that have these cars, it'll be a typical city boy racer who thinks he's the bee's knees and hits kerbs all the time doing 70, massive chunk of tyre missing too, hardly a slow kerbing!
@matthewnorman9803 Жыл бұрын
Or he accidentally did it
@oleg274 Жыл бұрын
It’s just a wheel. It’s easy to fix. It’s a car, you shouldn’t stress out about every scratch because it will happen
@matthewnorman9803 Жыл бұрын
@@rubberduck3788 never assume you can always ask matt
@Ronnie_B Жыл бұрын
That 5-pot sounds amazing at high revs... Twice the bhp as the old 20v 5 cyl Quattro ('89). I'll have the Audi, please
@ninthearth9746 Жыл бұрын
The Audi RS3 and Audi as a whole is so underrated, Audi RS3👌🏿🔥🔥 Keep the Audi videos coming 😌
@kamsa1243 Жыл бұрын
How is Audi underrated, the VW group has the biggest fanbase and customer base by far compared to the other 2. Everyone and their mother knows Audis and their reputation.
@theodorlifasi1791 Жыл бұрын
For the past week after seeing The impressive pipes and size of the RS3.., I've been wondering which is the big daddy of the compact section... This should really be a good watch.. Thank you Matty Boi...
@telegrammethecartersharer8673 Жыл бұрын
Congratulation, Dm to claim for your👆winning prize we are having a giveaway session👍.....
@luvpiggery Жыл бұрын
I really wish the A45 was available in the US, much love for sports compacts!
@KTham-li1fe Жыл бұрын
Wait it's not available in the us?
@joshuaallard-howells8878 Жыл бұрын
Cla 45 is the same car just a 4 door coupe
@rdramos13 Жыл бұрын
@@KTham-li1fe US market is not really a hatchback market. All compact hatches are looked at as beginner drivers first time cars. So a hot hatch price is a hard no. Why pay that price, when you can get a full size car, truck, or suv. Also for half the price, you can get a 400hp Ford Mustang, Dodge Challenger, or Chevy Camaro. Also another big no is the dealerships, they treat hot hatches like they are Lambos or Ferraris. Some will even want money down just to take a test drive. That's what killed the Ford RS and almost killed the Civic Type R and Golf R. Even the Hyundai i30 N never made it over, but we do get the Elantra N and Veloster N.
@Rick2010100 Жыл бұрын
But you can get there for the same money a good used C63 and they are also extremly quick. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/a86To912rc-sk5s.html
@theweeknd2725 Жыл бұрын
@@rdramos13 The Civic Type R is sick 🔥 but I have seen people complain about its rrp like £20k higher mark up than what the actual price is
@OwenSithole Жыл бұрын
The video we’ve all been waiting for!🏁
@khwezi_bass Жыл бұрын
It’s not the first comparison clip he has done, as far as I remember.
@alfredo372 Жыл бұрын
Can’t wait to drive this Mercedes when I finally afford it 20 years later👍
@itsyurboirxss Жыл бұрын
Why not afford it now
@colingregson8653 Жыл бұрын
40 years after inflation rise. You won't be able to touch the pedal due to Arthritis !!!.
@harjatalonen4714 Жыл бұрын
these cars wont exist after 20 years
@edwardvalivonis23 Жыл бұрын
Did you tried finance?
@firedude1Productions Жыл бұрын
Yeah if it’s still running by then…
@Krenza Жыл бұрын
That curb damage at 3:12 really hurt my feelings! It even took a chip out of the tire!
@okithdesilva129 Жыл бұрын
Mat you never fails to impress, entertain, amaze and excite us! I love you so much Mat!
@okithdesilva129 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Zain for giving your insane Mercedes-AMG A45 S to Mat for this insane video!
@purwantiallan5089 Жыл бұрын
Amazing test again, Carwow!
@okithdesilva129 Жыл бұрын
@@purwantiallan5089 Yes!
@Ykir201 Жыл бұрын
What an awesome vids, thank you carwow💙
@peter1965norrby Жыл бұрын
Lovely Test !!
@joshuathomas512 Жыл бұрын
3:16 they penciled in the T in Turbo, gotta love that Merc quality
@authenticmusicsa1738 3 ай бұрын
Lol 😂😂😂😂😂😂
@victor555117 Жыл бұрын
Love the sound of that beautiful 5 cylinder!
@kevinwiltshire2217 Жыл бұрын
I think the RS3 is a better buy considering it sounds amazing almost like a baby V10 plus with bolt-ons you could get them to run in the low nines
@Chris-yg3nj 3 ай бұрын
£50k for that interior, no thank you
@OBELISK3210 3 ай бұрын
@@Chris-yg3njI hate Mercedes interior looks absolutely chavy. All your missing is a Gucci belt, Gucci cap, stainless steel Cartier watch & fuck pug or Frenchie with turkey teeth. No fucking thank you.
@H0rseMac 3 ай бұрын
Your not getting low nines with only bolt ons lmfao
@limajuliett3406 Жыл бұрын
The rs3 sounded amazing before the soft limiter and filter crap
@Chris1cb17 Жыл бұрын
Both are amazing cars!!! But we wait for the C43 review 💪🛞
@lewiscoalter2878 Жыл бұрын
RS3 all day. The modifications for the RS3 platform are crazy and will be for this also. The AMG engine is already maxed out just about and i douibt you will get much more outta it mean while with the RS3 people will be gettin 700hp out of it quickly.
@earnhighcommissions6615 Жыл бұрын
@William Anderson Average person cannot afford duh
@nickm133 Жыл бұрын
Yeah most people won’t mod these cars due to warranty. The Merc is a strong engine coming with forged pistons/crank and closed deck from factory. Stage 2 around 500hp and turbo upgrade from there can push it 600hp+. Not bad considering it’s half a litre smaller. Imagine the power it would be putting out if Merc made it a 2.5 litre.
@mauricetoussaint7283 Жыл бұрын
@@earnhighcommissions6615 Crap and he's right, most buyers and I'm one of them, will not be modifying their new RS3. It invalidates the warranty and the car is fast enough as it is. If I wanted faster, I'd buyer a faster car.
@earnhighcommissions6615 Жыл бұрын
@@mauricetoussaint7283 Congrats on car, how is it? I am looking to purchase in 2 months time, hatchback version.
@frankhorvath7495 Жыл бұрын
Lacking alcantara on the steering wheel is a good thing. It is by far one of the worst materials for that purpose. It gets matted down and becomes nearly impossible to get a good grip on.
@vireakeung Жыл бұрын
@carwow love seeing these two cars going head to head. Would love to see more comparison of amg, RS and M cars. I noticed that the A45s have a carbon seats in the back, does anyone know where it’s custom made from?
@purwantiallan5089 Жыл бұрын
Those bots are crazy.
@abdullahmirza7606 Жыл бұрын
Hit up the guy on his Instagram profile Matt mentioned in the video and description and ask directly, might save you some time
@Thevictor79 Жыл бұрын
They're Recaro seats
@Juvahh Жыл бұрын
@@purwantiallan5089 I actually spend time reporting them, even if the only possible category is “spam”. They’re turning YT a much worse place.
@rg6982 Жыл бұрын
I always thought the AMG a class was the kings of the hatch (as my mate owns one) until i drove and owned the Audis Rs3 for a weekend and its a different level of beast!!! Audi wins for me...
@user-xl7wc9rm5h Жыл бұрын
2.5 is THE ENGINE
@rg6982 Жыл бұрын
@@user-xl7wc9rm5h i agree, although Audis design can be a bit mote exciting, its for sure the better car. Especially in the UK with our shitty roads
@user-xl7wc9rm5h Жыл бұрын
@@rg6982 thats true.. well mat says what everyone want him to say.. these cars are so close ,it has to do with what you want from your car..audis were always the best all around cars and with 2.5 engine is clearly the best option for me.
@purwantiallan5089 Жыл бұрын
@@user-xl7wc9rm5h 2.5 cylinder??
@purwantiallan5089 Жыл бұрын
@@rg6982 and tons of wavy roads.
@Howellsy1978 Жыл бұрын
I recognise those roads. Coming from Middle Barton out on the B4030
@swansmeister Жыл бұрын
The a45 starting with the first one ofc is the best marketing trick Mercedes did, slowly introducing the engine in a base model warming people up to it and putting all their money on this engine developing it because they new one day it would be the only engine that would survive.
@Ryan-921 Жыл бұрын
Please can u give a review on Kia EV9 when it releases? Please…
@ashishsharma3259 Жыл бұрын
Agreed
@Bruh-ei1kx Жыл бұрын
Yes please!
@Ok-qv4he Жыл бұрын
Awesome idea
@yesyn1721 Жыл бұрын
Sounds fair enough to me… I guess it’s up to Carwow now
@Ryan-921 Жыл бұрын
CARWOW ITS THE TIME TO WOW US!!!
@DannoSheff Жыл бұрын
That chunk out of the A45's wheel 😔3:12
@jarokenny Жыл бұрын
lol didn`t notice when it was so zoomed, just in 14:57 :D
@simphiweradebe2680 Жыл бұрын
Event the T appears to be missing, cheap adhesive maybe? 🤷🏿♂️
@xIcarus227 Жыл бұрын
@@simphiweradebe2680 what T?
@simphiweradebe2680 Жыл бұрын
@@xIcarus227 the T alphabet for the turbo on the fender.
@xIcarus227 Жыл бұрын
@@simphiweradebe2680 hmm haven't noticed they've got any so far. Perhaps all of them have fallen off LOL.
@OJB42 Жыл бұрын
Both pretty sweet cars. I would be happy with either!
@theone___ Жыл бұрын
Your Review is pure Gold. And by the way you picked the right winner.
@jase6709 Жыл бұрын
I'd love to see a drag race of all Cosworth engines.
@okithdesilva129 Жыл бұрын
Mat you and Yianni are my favourite car reviewers and drag racers ever and I love you both so much!
@karanpreetsingh1316 Жыл бұрын
The most underrated thng on this channel..... Matt’s arms they are chiselled 🔥🔥🔥
@telegrammethecartersharer8673 Жыл бұрын
Congratulation Let talk....... ✍️✍️
@gooo1762 Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for the video. The rs3 is such a great car!
@DIRTYvinnieXD Жыл бұрын
Rs3 offcourse dont care if it slower, you cant dislike the inline 5, audi is the only brand that still makes 5 cyl
@purwantiallan5089 Жыл бұрын
RS3 only wants turbo engines.
@tudorpopa3c85 Жыл бұрын
Rs3 .More tunable as well🙌✨✨
@tudorpopa3c85 Жыл бұрын
@Mr Sir that s the fun of it. Car guys will understand;)
@Alby911 Жыл бұрын
For what it's worth the RS3 monsters the A45s on the ring. Both cars are great either way.
@Foiiiii1 Жыл бұрын
The RS3 is actually faster looking at the previous drag races.
@karlleego2513 Жыл бұрын
I kinda prefer the outside look of the audi more but having driven the a45s I can say it's one hell of a machine. And the audi definitely needs to get rid of those Pzeros on rs cars
@TheBroshoes Жыл бұрын
Why ?
@karlleego2513 Жыл бұрын
@@TheBroshoes which part?
@TheBroshoes Жыл бұрын
@@karlleego2513 the pzero part
@karlleego2513 Жыл бұрын
@@TheBroshoes well as it is a high performance car, better tires would make a measurable difference. Pilot sport 4s or sportcontact 7-s would be a much better fit. Go watch some tire reviews, they make a pretty big difference :)
@stephenpeacock2627 Жыл бұрын
Agreed, have pzeros on my rs3 saloon 2017 and they suck. Don’t last long. In fact I complained to Pirelli about 2 which were only a year old with 4K on them but already starting to perish on outer edge. To be fair they gave me 50%. The tyres only last about 8k to 10k anyway. Might get Michelins next, but they stated they aren’t compatible, though a lot of people get them
@jamiegaines29 Жыл бұрын
A s3 through the generations video would be good! OG 8l 1.8t vs the rest
@montagehub1731 Жыл бұрын
Can you do a review on the fiesta st 2022. Thinking about buying one👍🏼
@ezclap1266 Жыл бұрын
This is actually insane timing😅 I was looking at these cars yesterday😳
@binewtv2214 Жыл бұрын
RS3 is a nobrainer
@Beamer_i4_M50 Жыл бұрын
The BMW G87 will destroy them both hands down. So if I were you I would at least wait for the release.
@Beamer_i4_M50 Жыл бұрын
@Mr Sir doesn’t matter. Will destroy it anyways. 0-100 is for small children.
@andrewrae50 Жыл бұрын
Exactly what I am talking about referencing the new RS3 - while it is better than the previous gens, it still has little power down low. That is my deal breaker. 1500-4000 isn’t great. Sure you can get a fast 60 under hard launches. But street starts 5-60 are WAAAAAAAY slower - I got almost 5 seconds to 60 - vs 3.68 on launch - that tells you way too much lag down low… bummer. It was on my short list - but for $70k no chance - one of my current cars is so fast off the line and no lag I would hate this
@fzr1000981 Жыл бұрын
What current car, supra?
@mauricetoussaint7283 9 ай бұрын
Going fast is not just about 0-60 runs. Where the RS3 excels is the way it handles through the twisty stuff, so much better than the AMG I owned and stock, my new RS3 was showing 423bhp. Little power low down? Come on buddy, have you even driven one? It launches like a scolded cat!
@superbadiii4856 Жыл бұрын
I’ve got the A250e it’s rapid and handles like a dream.
@mat9516 Жыл бұрын
I'd love to test drive both these cars back to back. I expect it would be tough to choose between them. The price of both is just silly.
@vindevhunta4905 Жыл бұрын
The a45 amg engine is a master piece...but the audi looks better in my opinion..
@purwantiallan5089 Жыл бұрын
A45 AMG also has 481bhp.
@jasper5097 Жыл бұрын
@@purwantiallan5089 it doesn't. It has 415bhp.
@bigduphusaj162 Жыл бұрын
What? So a junk open deck Merc 4pot known for blowing up is a Masterpiece? Are you for real?
@dylandelpire2802 Жыл бұрын
Not in the flesh
@TheTechGiantYouTube Жыл бұрын
@@bigduphusaj162 Known for blowing up lol stop talking utter rubbish you tool Show me some proof how these are known for blowing up?
@timelapsega Жыл бұрын
RS3 engine is just so stout, great platform for mods. And it has to be one of the best sounding sub 6 cylinder engines ever, the essence of the Huracan/R8 V10 is definitely in there. Unfortunately it's become very in demand and people want $60k for 2019's with 30k miles which is just ridiculous, original MSRP was $58k.
@lantzsakris1960 Жыл бұрын
Sold my 2018 with 38k miles on it for a $55K trade in (USD) and got one of the 22 Launch Editions. Couldn't pass that deal up. Didn't have to pay the crazy mark ups either.
@UnitedMaestro Жыл бұрын
I like the URBO 4Matic badge on the left side of the merc
@R8_Jake Жыл бұрын
Excellent review, but isn’t the CLA45s the Audi’s direct competitor?
@CC_Xeno06 Жыл бұрын
Two best hot hatches 🔥 Can you compare to them with the Golf R ? I will choose the RS3 but hatchback but the AMG 45s is a cool looking car
@xIcarus227 Жыл бұрын
Don't think there's any point in that comparison, the Golf R is worse in every category except price. It's simply in a different class.
@CC_Xeno06 Жыл бұрын
@@xIcarus227 Not really in the back seats the Golf R is better than the AMG 45s and RS3 and the Golf R have bigger boot
@xIcarus227 Жыл бұрын
@@CC_Xeno06 the boot is just 4L over the A45S which is nothing, and the back seats are actually pretty cramped according to reviews soo..
@paulc4018 Жыл бұрын
These 2 both have a nice new design/look but I will be keeping my 2017 RS3...sounds better and a great drive.
@sylvaind.6786 Жыл бұрын
Indeed Perfect if you love understeer
@SH7SH7SH7 Жыл бұрын
A45s>>>
@Tom-js3iz Жыл бұрын
@@sylvaind.6786 you act like you're always going to notice it. BMW fanboy spotted.......
@tomi_brian Жыл бұрын
You sir, you know what you're talking about. May you be blessed with a wonderful life
@esco.letsgo Жыл бұрын
@@Tom-js3iz well which brand has the best steering out of the big 3, Amg, Audi, BMW?
@Bimmer_Bill Жыл бұрын
Stock id go AMG hands down, but as a platform for mods RS3 or even M240i with the B58 six and ZF 8spd.
@flixaom Жыл бұрын
You should tell your editors to put a de-esser on your vocal recording all your esses are very sharp
@iMaskyy Жыл бұрын
They are both absolutely brilliant cars in their own way, but it will always be AMG for me! My CLA45s puts a smile on my face whenever I drive it.
@fzr1000981 Жыл бұрын
But you don't own an RS3 so...
@iMaskyy Жыл бұрын
@@fzr1000981 and you don’t own either 🤣
@fzr1000981 Жыл бұрын
Wrong!
@fzr1000981 Жыл бұрын
2022 RS3, red in my possession
@futeditzs2482 Жыл бұрын
I love the A45 S it's one of the best hatchbacks ever, for the power and technology, I just don't like the price 😂
@matthew07shquad31 Жыл бұрын
😂 😂 😂
@michaelmakgatho1437 Жыл бұрын
Can you please review the w205 c43 amg,BMW m340i and the audi s4/5?
@breakinggood4646 Жыл бұрын
Awesome review.
@Happytruth Жыл бұрын
My AMG coupe has been suffering from transmission malfunction basically it can bog down when kick down is engaged and leave you flat no power boost, had a software update for the transmission fluid temperature as they thought it could be that got car back a while after it came back so I had a Mercedes’ technician come to my house and do diagnostics test, what he found was The temperature of the clutch was too high. It has now gone back and the technicians confirm there is a problem but they don’t know what’s causing it, they now have to sent all the info to Mercedes in Germany to get advise on what steps to take. They’re fun cars but if you research dual clutch my story isn’t the only one they are renowned for overheating, my issue is although the engine is superb you take your chances with the transmission and no way would I own one that’s not in warranty as mine still is as it could cost you a small fortune to replace the whole transmission. If you get one with this issue it’s a pain in the arse, and remember most of all this is meant to be a performance car so the transmission should be as robust as the engine so transmission wise for me 0/10.
@essayedgar Жыл бұрын
You can’t just say AMG Coupe and expect people to know what car you’re talking about, AMG have a bunch of coupes with different trims etc.
@baronvonjo1929 Жыл бұрын
This is why I don't consider anything from European manufacturers when buying a car. The simply... well kinda suck at it long term overall. Not all of them. But you can never be confident in it. I don't want to lose sleep so I take my money elsewhere.
@Happytruth Жыл бұрын
@@essayedgar 45s the same as on the video but in coupe style, AMG coupe.
@essayedgar Жыл бұрын
@@Happytruth So the CLA45s
@Happytruth Жыл бұрын
@@baronvonjo1929 I think they know these transmission can fail through heat of clutches being too high, I mean I expect a car with race mode to be able to take a pounding not fail, also it’s dangerous because if you’re overtaking or entering a motorway and you need power it could let you down and leave you in a precarious position. I’m hoping I know more soon as why it’s doing it but like I said buyer of 45s out of warranty beware, Porsche also has recorded cases and many others.
@calebbanda7882 Жыл бұрын
A45 is an amazing car I knew you'd go with it in the end
@heh2k Жыл бұрын
Is the center diff in the Audi still a quatro? I can't find any info on it. Also, I think the front diff is open.
@MatthewEngelson Жыл бұрын
Every car video in my feed is from the UK and I still can't believe what side of the car the wheel is on. Since the roads here are $hit and your rods are picturesque I am sure there is something to it. I just don't know what it is. Have a 2019 S5, does everything well except connect to Apple Car Play!
@Frydee123 Жыл бұрын
You should really compare the RS3 saloon to the CLA 45 s
@rcart1 Жыл бұрын
I’d take the RS3 purely for the 5 cylinder engine. When (or if) they make a new RS3, i very much doubt it will be a car with a 5 pot engine in it. Such a unique sound compared to anything else on the road.
@colingregson8653 Жыл бұрын
My 5 litre TVR V8 sounds better and its 25 years old and far cheaper to own !!
@ahmedelgabry2780 Жыл бұрын
6:16 mat's been hitting them curls 🔥🔥
@telegrammethecartersharer8673 Жыл бұрын
Congratulation, Dm to claim for your👆winning prize we are having a giveaway session👍.
@TreadBurnerz Жыл бұрын
It’s hard to choose! Both of them are 🔥
@sugarsaint Жыл бұрын
4 pot unless flat or V can't sound better than a 5 pot, also as an actual AMG 45s owner are you in a position to really compare the cars unbiasedly ? i'm actually with you the A45s is a dream car for me but the vast majority of comparisons have gone with the latest RS3 in their head to heads
@sugarsaint Жыл бұрын
@Mr Sir car journalist would lost all credibility taking money to promote one product over another. Even their laughable inbuilt BMW bias is mostly built around intangibles for the everyday driver like 1.7 second difference around a Track. That apart journalist are generally on the money when it comes to car reviews, and as such the new RS3 is the better all round car with all things considered in all but Matt's view so far. I'm a fan of both but er towards the AMG because i just like it, no other reason. But ive driven in the current model A35 and the ride is TRASH GARBAGE by any account (suspension is stone). The RS3 is also weirdly faster in any drag race, like doesn't make sense faster, they should be the same or slightly slower but no. as seen on ALL OTHER reviews. Fact
@miikahietanen Жыл бұрын
Owned a pre-facelift Audi RS3 (previous model’s pre facelift) and drove it for 25000km. Amazing car and good quality. Now driving a 2020 180d A series Amg-line Mercedes. Interior quality and built quality is terrible compared to Audi. Rough surfaces make the dash and interior make all kinds of squeeky noises and rattles. Nowhere near the Audi’s quality. What’s even more annoying in the Mercedes is that some of the rattles and squeeks and unsolvable. For example the panels next to where the seatbelt is at, next to your shoulder, there is a rattle all the time and some of the squeeks from the dashboard cannot be removed even though you to try push or tap around the dashboard to make it stop. I commute a lot so the consumption is good obviously, best I’ve got is 3,5l/100km but the clutch is sooo jerky when leaving from standstill. It almost seems like the clutch is flawed but it’s just a feature of the Renault engine.
@mgb9699 Жыл бұрын
Hey Mat how about a shootout between the Brabus range and the Mercedes models they're based on????👍👍👍
@leetallett4284 Ай бұрын
Thanks Matt, you've literally helped make my mind up. AMG it is 👍🏼
@bradofwar5960 Жыл бұрын
Got an M140i xdrive. Got to say as a daily its near perfection due to the combination with the B58 and ZF 8 speed.
@turbos7780 Жыл бұрын
M240
@xIcarus227 Жыл бұрын
M140i is an absolute steal. You can get ones for 25k which is preposterous money for the performance you get.
@neyaashjk Жыл бұрын
The rs3 was actually a long term loaner car that audi gave to shmee150
@Tupapi21 Жыл бұрын
hello good afternoon, night or day, I have an idea for a video the kagasaki h2r vs the 1600 hp gtr, greetings from mexico
@wardmatthews4429 Жыл бұрын
Hi Matt, why did you do the review with the Audi saloon? The Merc is a hatchback. Why not an Audi sport back and the Merc hatchback comparison? More realistic like for like don't you think?
@jasonleon1976 Жыл бұрын
Driven performance Audis most of my life. Recently changed to performance BMW. However I would choose the Mercedes over the RS3. Better interior, more sporty aggressive drive, but both amazing cars 👍
@SmOgER10 Жыл бұрын
Yeah Merc is also better looking.
@pricey78 Жыл бұрын
Same!! Couldn’t agree more….. fed up of Audi not fixing basic MMI issues, and cheaper quality compared to only 2-3 yrs ago. They couldn’t care less either. Shame as I wanted the RS3 but used my deposit in the end and went BMW.
@kordaxmint533 Жыл бұрын
What do you do for a living to drive such cars? It has always been interesting to me.
@rs3performance515 Жыл бұрын
Looks like a ugly gay Honda civic
@cristianseibriger799 Жыл бұрын
Wtf is amazing about them? 🤣🤣🤣
@Fanzo463 Жыл бұрын
Because I'm a Mercedes fan, I'm happy to hear and see the side by side review proving that the A45s is a winner.
@TheVeenmeister Жыл бұрын
#spoileralert
@TasimanaOG Жыл бұрын
not a definitive win tho. many other tests have said that they prefer the RS3. at the end of the day its up to what the buyer values. Either a harder more serious car or comfortable brutal daily. Personally i wouldnt mind either of them.
@laithgill2458 Жыл бұрын
@@TasimanaOG interior on the a45s is exceptional, feels even better irl my dad has one
@purwantiallan5089 Жыл бұрын
@@TasimanaOG RS3 looked quite overrated, VoltBoltGames.
@purwantiallan5089 Жыл бұрын
@@laithgill2458 this car appears overrated.
@rickmeister2 Жыл бұрын
Pause at 2:07 to see a kerbed rim and a chunk missing from the Merc's tyre... and a stick on "T" missing at 3:20 blimey!
@user-pn4oh2qy4n 7 ай бұрын
even though Merc is faster I would pick the Audi as it feels more livable and it is more practical and that 5 cylinder engine is one of a kind
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