NEW 2022 AUDI RS3 FIRST DRIVE : WORTH £12k MORE THAN S3?

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NEW 2022 AUDI RS3 FIRST DRIVE : WORTH £12k MORE THAN S3?

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In this non-influencer style, critical review video I get behind the wheel of the brand new 2022 Audi RS3 Sportback to bring you the first review published on UK roads. I was hoping to get invited to one of the official media events seeing as I have in the past and I've had good numbers for previous A3/S3/RS3 videos but the invite never came. All I will say is that if you see a review that doesn't mention the significant downgrade in interior material quality (not build quality which is still good) over the old '8V' generation, then I'd question that person's motives for ignoring one of the most significant details an unbiased and honest reviewer should have at the top of their list, particularly someone with experience of the old '8V' generation car with its top quality plastics and fabrics (and significantly lower price tag....)
Big thanks to ex-Up! GTI owner John Walpole at Tetbury Audi for inviting me down to the beautiful UK Cotswolds on a glorious Autumn day to make this video which having been filmed on UK roads is much more representative for the typical buyer than the billiard table smooth tarmac of Germany & Austria.
The excellent evo magazine said the paddles were small and felt cheap (though they didn't actually say they were plastic, my mistake(Autocar did a bit later!)
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@steveottavaino3804 2 жыл бұрын

How honest was that review? Thanks for sharing your straight forward opinion. Subscribed. Cheers.

@volkswizard 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Steve! I am beginning to realise honesty is a rare commidity in the KZfaq car review world. I am not saying people lie, but when you earn a living from YT you quickly learn there is a connection between being invited to events and being loaned press cars and not being too critical. I'd say nearly all the big automotive channels don't provide critical reviews. Luckily I don't pay my mortgage with YT and I can get cars new and old from other sources to review but I am beginning to feel a bit of an outcast, all because of being honest and providing valid consumer advice. Hopefully in time this strategy will pay dividends but right now, honesty doesn’t pay

@Naspirated 2 жыл бұрын

The new rs3 saloon is honestly one of the best cars released in the past 5 years imo

@wordtomyjohnson 2 жыл бұрын

Apparently it’s a functional side vent btw. I spoke to audi in Germany and they confirmed that it’s functional, just that the duct isn’t direct so as to avoid wheel debris going through.

@volkswizard 2 жыл бұрын

I did wonder as it wasn't blocked off but they have a history of faking it so when I saw no intake in the arch. When they say it's functional, did they say what function it served?

@Mstar456 2 жыл бұрын

@@volkswizard also came to say this, jt helps smooth the airflow over the wheels and side if the car

@volkswizard 2 жыл бұрын

Hmm interesting, so there must be an intake somewhere. Will soon tell by the dirt left by the air stream. I know 991.1 GT3 RS had the grilles in the wing tops to assist with downforce but you kind of trust Porsche GT to do that right.

@Birmingham_racing 2 жыл бұрын

That 5 cylinder noise always puts smiles on people faces

@marcvalme7732 2 жыл бұрын

The torque vectoring in the RS3 and the Golf R are not haldex, they are magna

@volkswizard 2 жыл бұрын

Bugger, I had a feeling that was the case, thanks. When you share so many more facts in a video than others with no press info to work from, you can make the odd mistake. I should have just said it was all 'awesome' 😁

@Professor1997HL 2 жыл бұрын

The interior does seem rather dull unless you spec it with the RS Design Package. I would argue that should really come as standard to differentiate it from a standard A3/S3.

@ScottZ370 2 жыл бұрын

I feel the RS3 has outgrown the Sportback body shape, the saloon looks so much better

@volkswizard 2 жыл бұрын

I am a secret saloon fan so I am with you on that and in fact posted my ideal spec last week before seeing this car which was same spec but saloon

@limitededition3278 2 жыл бұрын

I have to agree it is the saloon for me for sure. I prefer it at least.

@rlsedition 2 жыл бұрын

But the Sportback makes a small car very practical versus the sedan.

@limitededition3278 2 жыл бұрын

@@rlsedition can't argue with that

@limitededition3278 2 жыл бұрын

@@volkswizard is that a secret Saloon fan when it comes to the RS3 or in general? I ask because if that was the case you'd be driving a GLI over a GTI 😁 Cheers 🍻

@smack2511 2 жыл бұрын

Hate the interior vents either side of the main instrument cluster, somehow reminds me of an 80's Amstrad hifi unit! Quite like the rest of the car though, brilliant engine.

@step0601 2 жыл бұрын

Biggest issue I have with my PFL RS3 is the chassis, this one seems to address this. The thing I love is the noise, this sounds pretty muted. I'm no BMW fan but they have a new alternative, the M240i X Drive. Just as quick and cheaper. Jo Achilles managed a 3.7 0-60. With adaptive dampers, sunroof + discount its £43k. Arguably a much better drivers car. Very tempting and a pretty 2 door coupe design.

@CandyX1979 2 жыл бұрын

stock RS3 8V chassis is all but not sporty :/ but it was sufficient to put 15mm lower springs with front camber plate -2 degree + rear firmer antirollbar and the chassis is on PFL right perfect withl lovely rear rotation at cornering

@fireblade6756 Жыл бұрын

Spot on I bought an m240i thanks

@speeddemon311 9 ай бұрын

I've driven the new RS3, and own the M240i xdrive currently, and can't wait to get rid of the bimmer such a disappointment in comparison!

@Riceyminimad 2 жыл бұрын

Lovely sound them 5 cylinder engines...

@fbf01 2 жыл бұрын

OPF kills it

@volkswizard 2 жыл бұрын

I don't think OPF is the issue, it's drive by noise regulations. I can't imagine the standard exhaust being much quieter to be honest

@user-gz6tx6yp3v 2 жыл бұрын

The price of these cars is getting out of hand. Around 5 years ago a base s3 was £30k. Now it's almost £40k 5 years later. I really feel the depreciation hit is going to be massive.

@craig3949 10 ай бұрын

Inflation?

@user-gz6tx6yp3v 10 ай бұрын

This comment was made almost 2 years ago.@@craig3949

@wynhughes9072 2 жыл бұрын

Prices have shot up. Basic RS3 in my local dealer with a flashy set of alloys £62000. Ouch!

@volkswizard 2 жыл бұрын

I think speccing sensibly is the way to go. Ultimately why worry about depreciation for an unpopular spec if it's a PCP and you like it?

@user-xl7yf7pc7k 2 жыл бұрын

€110k here in Ireland. So you’ve got a bargain.

@addj7093 2 жыл бұрын

How big is the boot on the saloon? I’m sure the sportback is less than 300 litres

@mauricetoussaint7283 2 жыл бұрын

Poor example to review, as it's basically the lowest spec you can get. Wait until the carbon edition arrives and with the RS Dynamic Pack, plus the right colour - then we're talking. I have a tango red sportback in carbon black trim with C&S Pack and RS Dynamic Pack on order. Can't wait, replaces my 19 plate A45s daily and will sit next to my new 718 GTS which arrived last month.

@volkswizard 2 жыл бұрын

Is there an embargo? The reviews from Athens have been live for ages. I didn't have any communication from Audi UK Press Office about any events even though I'd asked numerous times to be considered. I think they prefer a different style of reviewer these days....

@samcas707 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve had both the iron block 8v rs3 and now a 2020 rs3 with the dwna opf engine - even after tuning/exhaust to remove the opf and fix the horribly laggy throttle/turbo, the new alu block engines just don’t have the same sound and character as the iron block did. Also saddened to see Audi interior quality has taken a really big hit (possibly due to dieselgate fines?)

@yousufzahid6949 2 жыл бұрын

The VAG group are cutting a lot of cost, so they can redirect that money to EV development. Pretty sad

@patrickmclaren7623 2 жыл бұрын

Deffo diesel gate

@gureno19 2 жыл бұрын

The iron block RS3s definitely sound the best, but handle the worst.

@maverick4177 2 жыл бұрын

It would have to be a very nice spec for me to part with the 8V i already own, im really not that struck on some of the styling of im honest Rear bumper And interior don’t compare to the 8V car in terms of how they look

@fbf01 2 жыл бұрын

Couldn’t agree more. I sold my RS3 8V fl (pre OPF) and had that mapped to stage 1. Absolute phenomenal car and with the wee one. I had to change to the X3M for more space. This RS3 does nothing for me. The 8V when I first saw it I was like wow, I need that!!!!! Stunning. The grille is far nicer on the older model. Just not a fan of this at all. I’ll maybe consider the FL of this in say 2 years time though

@tommyallen8072 2 жыл бұрын

i'd never get rid of the 8V. It's got the best quality, enough tech and is actually holding it's value really well.

@Revolushun1 2 жыл бұрын

Same boat. really hard to get rid of the 8V for this. My only complaint is the 8V interior looks incredibly outdated, although I love the VC

@hlf_coder6272 2 жыл бұрын

I just put a deposit down on one of the 2022s, but I wouldn’t get one if I already had an RS3 either. They made some things better, but they made some things worse too. Pretty much a wash in my opinion Plus, who the hell knows when I’ll even get it? The best case scenario is late fall. Could possibly even be a year

@speeddemon311 9 ай бұрын

Owners that have owned both say the 8y is so much better, and more useful!

@TheJaceyBoy 2 жыл бұрын

One thing to note Andrew is the fact we get no alcantara steering wheel and no coloured stitching like they do in Europe...

@volkswizard 2 жыл бұрын

I didn't miss that Jason, there is a whole section on that and how Audi UK need to reverse that decision pronto, it's not like it's free of charge, I'll happily pay for it!

@TheJaceyBoy 2 жыл бұрын

@@volkswizard but maybe you didn’t miss it because it didn’t have it?!, I wonder if they will bring it out?

@anthonyashton3000 2 жыл бұрын

While you are readings the specs out at the beginning you fidget from one leg to the other like I do when I’m desperate for a pee 🤣

@dasautogt 2 жыл бұрын

Andrew was just desperate.....for a drive.👍

@volkswizard 2 жыл бұрын

I don't know, helps me concentrate, that was take 20 because of so many distractions and noises

@MaxMax-th7uz 2 жыл бұрын

I have always preferred the saloon shape. , hatch back a3 been around since 1997 .. S3 hatchback started about 2001 ? saloon A3 / S3 since 2015 .. So a saloon just seems a much more modern design and the latest Rs3 looks stunning with box arches !

@Maurice_Moss 2 жыл бұрын

Looks better than the s3, but I can't imagine spending nearly 60k on a hatchback.

@volkswizard 2 жыл бұрын

That's why the saloon exists, because it's perceived to be more premium in certain markets where hunchbacks, sorry hatchbacks are just shopping cars. It's £1k more in the UK only for it to depreciate a lot more than the Sportback - reminds me, Sportback sounds more expensive than hatchback!

@bigjumbo9479 2 жыл бұрын

By the s3 and take it to wrench and pay £4000 and get the hp the same or even more..

@mapfadbestof 2 жыл бұрын

........and its still a S3 and no RS3

@35rocker 2 жыл бұрын

Tempted to get a carbon black saloon to replace my S5 but Audi's speccing is so frustrating! To get a lot of options you need to get the Vorsprung which is far too expensive and you can't get the flat bottomed steering wheel with it which imo is an RS trademark. Also, Audi UK's decision to not bring in the euro spec interior options is shambolic! Might go all out boring and get a Q5 sport back PHEV 😕

@kjph7438 2 жыл бұрын

Audi S3 €70,000 in Ireland RS3 €110,000 I’m still trying to work it out . Somebody is taking the piss somewhere.

@patrickvennard838 2 жыл бұрын

Great RS3 review and breaking the Audi review embargo! Tetbury Audi seem pretty decent in letting you do a review, I just wish Audi would hurry up with my order.

@volkswizard 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Patrick, Tetbury are cool and a genuinely nice dealership. No idea on any embargo, there have already been international reviews so didn't even cross my mind.

@patrickvennard838 2 жыл бұрын

@@volkswizard I am glad you did the review petrol ped has been told not to release his video until Monday. I am also glad you liked the car.

@bravofoxable 2 жыл бұрын

For sure it's worth it!!! 👍🏻

@shotta287 2 жыл бұрын

I think it looks good, bit more interesting visually than the 8V generation. The 5 cylinder is one of a kind though, that alone would make me want it over say something like an A45 AMG S.

@P4nnda Жыл бұрын

Have S3 same suspension and diffs? Can it also send few % power to each wheel? Thanks :)

@volkswizard Жыл бұрын

Afraid not, S3 has Haldex not Magna rear diff. Still good for straight line traction 👍

@pastorofmuppets8834 2 жыл бұрын

Any options for cooled seats?

@samculpan891 2 жыл бұрын

Getting some really good reviews this new RS3. Looks like they might have finally solved the understeer issue that has haunted this car since it first came out. It’s alot of money, but you’re ultimately paying the extra for that unique engine. I think it looks really aggressive too. Just a shame the sound is so muted. Why they couldn’t at least put some pops and crackles on the overrun and give it some character, i just don’t understand. Can’t blame emissions and GPF’s either, as the RS Megane and the i30N both sound incredible!

@SuperHassai 2 жыл бұрын

Ordered one 2 months ago. 6 more and it should be delivered. Meanwhile checking daily for new RS3 videos :D

@samnadar9189 2 жыл бұрын

Hey dude, have you had your delivery date yet? Ordered my vorsprung saloon in September but no delivery date. Told around April/May

@SuperHassai 2 жыл бұрын

@@samnadar9189 so far scheduled for week 22.

@kamseihra 2 жыл бұрын

Think I prefer the S3 over the RS3

@volkswizard 2 жыл бұрын

Some people will, £12k difference for a car that's fundamentally similar to drive in most situations (not all!)

@sleepwalker31 2 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed the review. I'm fairly certain Archie said that was his car in his video 🤔🤣 I like the noise but for the money I don't think it looks nice enough and that spec is terrible for over 50k. Just my opinion...

@volkswizard 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah Archie took delivery of a main dealer demo car which was delivered to the dealer a week before he even arrived. How does he get away with that shite again and again?

@northstar6720 2 жыл бұрын

I'm actually liking the silver trim with these rims im ordering one ..does anyone else agree with me thats it looks better in this trim or is there something wrong with me

@ibrahimcokgezici8329 2 жыл бұрын

I prefer the carbon black pack but I can see how the silver bits look good on certain colours like black cars

@volkswizard 2 жыл бұрын

Be good to see various colour combinations with different specs in time. Presumablt the green is black pack only :)

@alexedward01 2 жыл бұрын

Great car! Love it!

@amsingh3041 2 жыл бұрын

Tbh don't like the look Of the new rs3. Looks like they just stuck bits on where they thought it would make it look better. Almost looks like a3 with a big front bumper and that about it.

@volkswizard 2 жыл бұрын

Is that any different to any RS3?

@amsingh3041 2 жыл бұрын

@@volkswizard previous shape had more pronouced arches and wings, so i suppose that's a YES.

@TheShinyShow 2 жыл бұрын

I prefer the floomats, less dark interior, and real exhaust tips of the S3, but of course I'd still love the RS3.

@slakka6495 2 жыл бұрын

Just watched Archie. Quite a different approach!

@volkswizard 2 жыл бұрын

Yes I knew that would be the case. Still, only one of us was first to post!

@richardredhead2988 2 жыл бұрын

Looks the business, not sure where there getting the prices from though…. Out of my league… Great review and comparison 👍🏻 Please can you do a review of the 2012 TTS Roadster 🌞

@babufamily2815 2 жыл бұрын

Sounds like this is more of a daily car than a driver's car. Thanks for the review!

@speeddemon311 7 ай бұрын

If you only knew lol

@bshah4831 2 жыл бұрын

Bridgestone tyres ?

@stevenfoleyuk9404 Жыл бұрын

Great Cars , just wasted on UK roads . The Authorities are after getting fast cars off our roads . So all the Power and new tech wont be able to use . Better if with the A3 1.5 petrol . 50MPG and less chance of losing your licence

@steviechalmers1218 2 жыл бұрын

I certainly won’t be buying that one , it’s a bit short on turning heads , definitely not a looker shall we say , I’ll stick to the one I’ve got !!!

@chrismlarge1 2 жыл бұрын

Just specced up one on the configurator, £62,400😳, but still wow… what a car, it’s all about that engine. Probably my perfect all round daily.

@sinseertv 2 жыл бұрын

I’m on the fence to whether to keep my MK8 GOLF R or trade in for a RS3.. need a comparison video please! Need to make a decision by 2nd December as they stated the price I got will go up.

@Pete7.5R 2 жыл бұрын

Thinking of offloading your 8R so soon! My take on this for what it’s worth. . depends on your wants and needs and how deep your pockets are, but for me personally the RS3 is probably the only car I would trade in my 7.5R just for that sweet sounding 2.5 litre 5 cylinder engine 👌 if you do decide to go for it, be sure to let Sam have a drive in it 👍😎

@sinseertv 2 жыл бұрын

@@Pete7.5R I've nearly hit 5000 miles and was thinking which one would hold its value alot longer considering we're coming to the end of the combustion era my money would be on the RS3 not only that but the 5 cylinder engine is unique and I was hoping for a golf r plus variant. However I have heard the Golf R is more enjoyable to drive which maybe coming from a VW enthusiast lol. I doubt I would regret either decision but one must be made. I guess it will come down to the deal they offer me when I go tomorrow they haven't appraised my GOLF yet so this will be very interesting.

@Pete7.5R 2 жыл бұрын

@@sinseertv decisions decisions 🤔. , ,I would go with the one that puts the biggest smile on your face when you’re driving, and my guess that will be the RS3 😎

@Wolfpack310 2 жыл бұрын

A brand new audi smells luxury inside. If u have the money then absolutely it's worth it.

@fbf01 2 жыл бұрын

Rather the new M240i and 💯 the M2 when it comes along

@Islam_is_the_truth.4 2 жыл бұрын

@@fbf01 lol no a two door pos keep it

@sh1ne992 2 жыл бұрын

@@fbf01 M240i looks horror. Absolutly Disgusting

@fbf01 2 жыл бұрын

@@sh1ne992 I really like it! Each to their own and all that but I prefer it to the RS3. I think the 240i black out with the M perf goodies will be a beaut. Plus the B58 engine and AWD, probs close on 400bhp as we know and the tuning capabilities. M2 is going to be the one for me. Not seen the 8Y yet but just not sold on it

@sh1ne992 2 жыл бұрын

@@fbf01 still looking poor

@limitededition3278 2 жыл бұрын

What happened to the Audio?

@volkswizard 2 жыл бұрын

Was it still processing?

@limitededition3278 2 жыл бұрын

@@volkswizard yes you can view the video but no audio 🤷

@fireblade6756 Жыл бұрын

Lol £59000 now in june 2023 an absolute joke and no it's not worth it when it's so shite inside cheap plastic everywhere as VW have done to the golf r, VW really need to start caring about thier customers but they won't as they r far to big an greedy and obve don't give a shite about thier cars interiors!!! So I got myself the M240i coupe in the thunderlight with cognac leather interior stunning in my opinion and kept the £10000 of price difference in my bank not VW's shite interior don't care how the RS drives or its 3 tenths of a second quicker to 60!!! Would rather have a luxury interior comfort and plenty pace thanks BMW!! Ps. With the extra cash I will get a stage one tune taking my car over 400bhp plenty enough pace and probably new springs and milltech exhaust!

@andrewmcivor42 2 жыл бұрын

Great summing up - the A3/S3 is nothing particularly notable, but....that engine! It sounds amazing! You're spot on by saying that engine forgives a lot - it's characterful, in a way that practically all other engines aren't (including the E888 engine in my R). I've always been more of a VW fan, rather than Audi - the image, for one thing. (I also don't like the philosophy that you have to sacrifice practicality with Audi). I struggle with the interior of the A3 (think my Wife hasn't figured out her A3 yet 🤣), but I'd certainly like to try the previous RS3 (preferably a "run out" model). Now, if only Audi did an RS3 Avant....!!

@plugsocket9432 2 жыл бұрын

My Father had the 2018 Audi RS3 pre-PPF and it sounded better than this current RS3 in my opinion. He found the car too noisy on start up every single morning before travelling to work which was fun at first but over time became annoying. He placed his order on 4 June 2021 for a brand new Porsche Taycan 4S Cross Turismo which he will be collecting the first week of January 2022. The other car that he currently has is the 2019 VW Golf TCR 3-Door which he also enjoys.

@volkswizard 2 жыл бұрын

I can see the appeal of the TCR and totally agree the pre PPF cars were very noisy on start up. I bet your neighbours didn't like it much either :)

@Harpreet06 2 жыл бұрын

Like the review and your honesty. Really the interior should feel better than the S3 for how much more it costs. One thing that might have been missed here is, is it worth it to upgrade to this from the FL 8V RS3? I've got a 2018 FL non-PPF RS3 Saloon (actually nearly bought your floret silver one at the time) so was wondering about this. Some parts of it I like but others parts I dislike, and most importantly it is quieter, which is a big selling point about the RS3 so not good. Overall it looks to be about the same speed, at first it seemed like even though it was still 400hp that it was faster, due to Auditography's video on it going 0-100kmph in 3.1 seconds but carwow's one was 3.63 seconds to 60, when the FL RS3 non-PPF has got 3.7/3.8 to 60 before, so not much difference. So its all about the dynamics like you said. Guess the only way to find out is by test driving it. It is my daily driver so it might not be as noticeable with how traffic is nowadays.

@allosaurusfragilis7782 2 жыл бұрын

What's stopping me ordering one is 50 grand. 50 k for a golf sized hatchback. The most I've ever spent on a car is about 13 for my passat. I'm amazed that's where we are now. I wonder if petrolpowered cars will start to get cheaper again, towards the end?

@volkswizard 2 жыл бұрын

I reckon they’ll get more expensive because they will make fewer than there is demand for, everyone will want one of the last ICE cars

@simonking559 2 жыл бұрын

I've got to say this pushes me towards the golf 8 R.. Great video with an early look👍

@fireblade6756 Жыл бұрын

Oh and the bm is a 6 cylinder!!!

@stevesje71 2 жыл бұрын

Possibly the last 5 cylinder non hybrid RS3?

@volkswizard 2 жыл бұрын

7 years since the last one and no chance of another in 2029 for 1 year of production, is hybrid enough for post 2030?

@stevesje71 2 жыл бұрын

I don’t think the governments target for a complete ban on petrol and Diesel new car purchases from 2030 is viable. It’s utter nonsense when you look at the availability of charge stations at the moment and we are looking at only 8 more years?? Even Hybrid goes in 2035?

@dacmm 2 жыл бұрын

His Golf's DSG is great, but the DQ500 is shit? Had a great laugh, but not a review I can take seriously.

@volkswizard 2 жыл бұрын

It's a totally different 'box in the lower torque cars and they feel totally different. I recognised the noise and delay from the old model and it's very similar in the new one. The DQ381s are silent and nearly always instantaneous in their shifting. Suppose you can't take reviews from evo magazine seriously either? "the seven-speed dual-clutch unit is the RS3’s weakest link" www.evo.co.uk/audi/rs3

@ramarakeshv 2 жыл бұрын

Wow its going to give the A45 ANG some run

@davel8byr 2 жыл бұрын

I’m sat here drooling over the new RS3 yet we ordered a brand new Q4 ETron Edition 1 this week 🙈 least I’ll still have my RS3 in the garage to play with ☺️

@volkswizard 2 жыл бұрын

a sound move Dave!

@davel8byr 2 жыл бұрын

@@volkswizard yeah we are both really impressed with them. Love the fact you feel like you’re driving a normal car

@RaGoCars 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome RS 3 💯🚀💯🚀💯

@fireblade6756 Жыл бұрын

Superb engine the b58!!

@MeijaJanis 2 жыл бұрын

i4 vs i5 how can one even compare them?

@26Tackle.reviews 2 жыл бұрын

like you said the interior is so Dull!! wy iv gone for merc cla45s amg! id take the new Bmw 240i over the rs3 wich is sad thing to say!

@monty6545 2 жыл бұрын

That 5 cylinder growl is the reason i still have a Mk 2 Focus RS in the garage . Enjoy your reviews Andrew .

@951Guy 2 жыл бұрын

How is the turbo lag? Old car it was noticeable. How about throttle response? Old car was a bit delayed. Thanks

@volkswizard 2 жыл бұрын

It's not as sharp as EA888 but it's OK, a bit of lag reminds you it's turbo. Must be quite a big bugger on a 2.5 so in that respect it does a good job

@shotta287 2 жыл бұрын

@@volkswizard EA888 have hardly any lag. Does the RS3 engine have dual injection?

@DarrenJMHughes 2 жыл бұрын

More people should experience a 5cylinder as the noise they make is intoxicating. If I had an RS3 I would need a shell v-power tanker to follow me 🤣. Great comparison video Andrew.

@RDB33 2 жыл бұрын

What on earth could of made them decide not to include the RS interior as an option? It’s leagues ahead of the normal interior I’m actually baffled. They definately need to re think that decision

@abayamangali 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome, detailed and honest comparison. Thanks for the video, sir! 👍👍

@fuhrerpolizei86 2 жыл бұрын

Driving out the dealership, ok I don't have money to afford this...3 miles into the test drive, damn which kidney should I sell to buy it.....

@volkswizard 2 жыл бұрын

As I said driving is believing😁

@simontaylor3211 2 жыл бұрын

Great video as always Andrew. What a sound that 5 pot makes. What are we going to do when we’re all driving electric cars? 🤷🏻‍♂️🤦

@dasautogt 2 жыл бұрын

My thoughts exactly when I was watching/listening.

@volkswizard 2 жыл бұрын

Good question! Not sure Audi has an answer yet going by RS E-tron GT

@idealsketch3778 2 жыл бұрын

No audio?

@volkswizard 2 жыл бұрын

Is it sorted?

@idealsketch3778 2 жыл бұрын

@@volkswizard it is!

@volkswizard 2 жыл бұрын

PHEW!!! I've put so much effort into this video, really don't want it to f**k up. Thanks Akin and enjoy it 👍

@colinw1591 2 жыл бұрын

Think I prefer the look of the base spec model, and that grey paint. Guess this could be the last RS3, so better make the most of it ..... Amazing residuals too.

@seanduncan8927 2 жыл бұрын

GGRRReat video. Andrew, I thought from your early review of the A3 that you liked the car apart from the interior changes. Do you think the Golf bears it up and down the range? They are both on my shortlist to replace my 2015 A3 next year .

@tonylyons2414 2 жыл бұрын

These are sick,hopefully my mate buys one of these coz I’ll get to have a blast in it

@carswithchow4521 2 жыл бұрын

Quick answer: Yes

@CarGuyMattoes 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video Andrew, glad to see you got your hands on one quickly to have a play! I could listen to that engine all day!

@volkswizard 2 жыл бұрын

You and me both Matthew! It's definitely quieter but it's the same voice and compared to everything else these days it still sounds just as special as it did 10 years ago.

@K7aus2000 2 жыл бұрын

Andrew, loved this review of the new RS3. Ive been considering one to replace my very high spec 2016 panther black 15,000 mile car but cannot justify the extra 25k needed to upgrade, and with no discount offered!!!! and my CZGB engine sounds better. I might treat it too a set of lightweight alloys and michelins, forge intercooler and H&R Rear ARB

@t5jerry 2 жыл бұрын

your CORRECT about the aRSe 3 interior, dull as ditchwater, what`s the matter with audi, the interiors are "normally" so nice 😶😶😶

@volkswizard 2 жыл бұрын

When I was sponsored by Honda in 1991 as part of the Williams deal, my company car was an Accord Type R. It had a big spoiler on the back which Frank likened to a Zimmer frame. Anyway, the interior on that was pretty plasticy and the Audi is better than that.

@stephenpeacock2627 2 жыл бұрын

Sound is addictive. Still love mine 4 years on. Have an s3 as well, which is quick but nowhere near as well, doesn’t handle as well but sounds boring in comparison, though it’s rare you ever feel 300bhp or so is not enough.

@babufamily2815 2 жыл бұрын

I'd recommend a powervalve exhaust. I love the sound of mine. Makes the car sounds sporty. It's not "ricey" but sounds quality.

@ruffride6617 2 жыл бұрын

Good content. Just a massive shame the rs3 has lost its character.. No pops or bangs 😔

@t5jerry 2 жыл бұрын

that dealership must be "very trusting" archie hamilton a young boy racer, who actually races on the track "apparently" and an old ex-williams driver, who`s still got it, and they let both of you out in a ultra low mileage motor........... 🏎🏎🏎🏎🏎

@fireblade6756 Жыл бұрын

And u RS boys if u think the interior is nice and quality go an sit in a new m240i!!!

@bootneck401664 2 жыл бұрын

Placed my order today 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

@SilveryFoxster 2 жыл бұрын

Love the new RS3 but that grey undercoat colour looks bland.

@Pararadoxxx 2 жыл бұрын

I might be biased, but that's again another review that confirms I did good ordering one. Thank you, I remember watching your 8 GTI review, was excited to see you got some cars before the big reviewers (all the RS3 reviews are on that same public event, feels a bit more controlled than yours..), keep up the good work, and subscribed :)

@volkswizard 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Yes the Golf 8 reviews got me into trouble with VW as big publications were vexed they didn't get in before me. RS3 is a great car but being forced to have a round steering wheel if you want ACC and no interior design packs for UK too mean a lot of compromises on a car that at £60k needs to be perfection. Haven't seen any other reviews but controlled is probably the right word for that event having seen the perplexing guest list....

@mike_kokuz17 2 жыл бұрын

Was adaptive cruise spec’d on this car? Audi UK have said that you can’t spec it with the flat bottom wheels but the stalk looked like it had distance control in the review.

@volkswizard 2 жыл бұрын

Yes indeed. As I said the spec is odd and quite tempting because of things like that. You have to have the driver assistance pack to get acc and even dynamic light assist which then means a round wheel. So many compromises needed which at £55k shouldn't be the case with an A3 based car.

@mike_kokuz17 2 жыл бұрын

@@volkswizard Just doesn’t seem right does it. If we had the option to add these without the assistance pack and if the interior was lifted by some colour like the European version, Audi UK would be on to a real winner, even at £55-60K!

@fireblade6756 Жыл бұрын

VW go and look at new BMW interiors and c how to do it!!!!

@DM-fn7je 2 жыл бұрын

Great review as always from Volkswizard 👌🏻

@volkswizard 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks again DM!

@MikelDog 2 жыл бұрын

The new audi vw stuff looks cheap and crap, hopefully their sales fall so they understand we want quality built cars. Even the 8v isn't close to my rs3 8p in terms of build quality (not saying its a better car)

@tomm6746 2 жыл бұрын

It’s a nice car but you would have to be fucking stupid to pay £50k for basically an Audi A3

@ianclark5093 2 жыл бұрын

Couldn't hear any crackles on downshift or pops on upshift? Noise wise seems toned down???

@volkswizard 2 жыл бұрын

Nope, nothing but really need the car run in and red hot to be sure it doesn't do those. Many OPF cars do crack and pop so it's not necessarily that that's stopping it

@ianclark5093 2 жыл бұрын

@@volkswizard Cheers, be interesting to hear a ran in example. I feel my 67 plate was just the right level of grpB sound when required. Cabin sound was very much gorgeous 5 pot soundtrack though. It's a lot of money and I'm not sure that cabin is as nice as the previous gen???

@ryanjones5594 2 жыл бұрын

It's crazy that in terms of the interior, pretty much the only difference from my sister's 1.5 150 s line is nicer seats and shift paddles...for twice the price

@Rocketed12 2 жыл бұрын

So the new Golf R 8 is good value for money

@BobcatBart 2 жыл бұрын

Do you feel the RS3 is worth the premium over the new Mk8 Golf R?

@glenclough9080 2 жыл бұрын

That’ll depend how much you value brand and badge..in performance there’s no way it’s worth an extra 15 grand, but the RS3 will turn a lot more heads and gives more bragging rights.

@volkswizard 2 жыл бұрын

Tough question. Normally I'd say yes, it all depends how much you can stomach the new A3/S3/RS3 interior material quality. If you don't feel the urine is being extracted (i.e. you've not been in the old gen car) then you'll say yes it is worth it. To drive, apart from the RS3's character, I don't think there is much in it as long as R has Performance Pack. It's around £10k difference between base models and you'd need leather and PP on R to compete which closes the gap but then you need to spec adaptive cruise, dynamic light assist and some other bits that are standard on the R and optional on the Audi. TELL YOU WHAT I'LL MAKE A VIDEO COMPARING THE TWO 😉😁😁

@BobcatBart 2 жыл бұрын

@@volkswizard I guess the part about 'urine being extracted' is something unique to the British? LOL Looking forward to the R vs. RS3 comparison video! I have my name on both, but leaning towards the RS3. Either case, I'm not expecting them to arrive here in Texas until the first quarter of '22.

@johnstannard8366 2 жыл бұрын

Did you find it much faster than the Mk 8 R?

@volkswizard 2 жыл бұрын

Tricky as car was too new to fully thrash, the R is something else and 0-60 with Car Wow in under 4 secs. It's same weight but less power so RS3 just has to be quicker but there won't be much in it and Clubsport is just as fast one you are rolling so basically RS3 isn't worth paying extra for if you want speed as those 2 are mental for the cash.

@Rossmac26 2 жыл бұрын

Previous gen of both cars look miles better. These new ones are ugly.

@markahomer 2 жыл бұрын

Extremely useful video - again.

@AUDIDOIT 2 жыл бұрын

Great review Andrew. Shame the front of the RS3 is so ugly. I really like the side profile, looks very lancia delta evo with the blistered almost square arches. Wouldn't it be lovely to have a modern Audi 5cld turbo lump in a mk8 Golf GTI. clubsport. ;-). Maybe it would be that little bit too heavy, plus putting the power down without quattro would be interesting. Keep up the great work and vids. :-)

@philcliffe6909 2 жыл бұрын

No price given for the second hand S3 then. Must be another rip-off dealership hike then.

@mrdanielknight 2 жыл бұрын

Great video as always! Audi have really missed the mark with this, the wheels look lost in the body design, the interior is horrid and the front looks like a Honda Civic.

@volkswizard 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks DK! The wheels actually sit OK for a change, maybe not so obvious in the video but they are W I D E, 9" at the front! Interior isn't a patch on your 8V. But do you want a car that's better in the corners but less nice inside where you are all the time? I think the chassis hasn't improved as much as the interior has been downgraded.