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Audi A3 RS3 Sportback review

2011 - 2012 (change model)
Parkers overall rating: 4.5 out of 54.5

At a glance

Price new £39,350
Used prices £9,095 - £13,999
Road tax cost £415
Insurance group 42
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Fuel economy Not tested to latest standards
Range 409 miles
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Available fuel types

Petrol

Pros & cons

PROS

Tons of grips, impressive amounts of power, practical five-door layout

CONS

Steering is too light, difficult to buy due to limited production numbers

Written by Simon McBride Published: 6 June 2019 Updated: 6 June 2019

Overview

The RS division at Audi decided it was time to make the ultimate A3 and has created a rival good enough to challenge the BMW 1-Series M Coupe and even the bigger Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG. It boasts 335bhp, but what’s impressive is that all this power is kept under control. The traction is impeccable and you won’t feel the car squirming on the road. It is superb at getting the power down and it can cover ground very quickly.

Performance isn’t this car’s singular talent though, and the ultimate version of the A3 Sportback is also practical with its five-door bodystyle that will suit your everyday needs. Is the RS3 Sportback good enough to take on the BMW 1M Coupe? Read on to find out how the latest RS model from Audi fares…