Audi RS 3 – Audi Australia is thrilled to announce detailed pricing and specification for the highly anticipated and updated Audi RS 3, available in both Sportback and Sedan body styles.
- Sharper styling, enhanced dynamics, and new technology underline the latest chapter in the legendary Audi RS 3 story
- MANNERING: “The RS 3 has always been known for its thrilling dynamism, and the latest edition is no exception.”
- Audi Australia confirms pricing and specifications for the highly anticipated all-new Audi RS 3, arriving from $104,800*
The last update was in 2021 and details can be found HERE
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Arriving with exterior enhancements, remarkable driving dynamics, and a refined interior, the new Audi RS 3 reaffirms its position as the benchmark for compact high-performance luxury. Pricing begins from $104,800*, underscoring Audi’s continued commitment to delivering premium performance and uncompromised appointment to Australian drivers.
The RS 3 has long been a celebrated icon within Audi’s revered RS lineup, renowned for combining blistering performance with everyday usability. Building upon its storied legacy, the latest duo delivers even more exhilarating driving experiences through meticulous enhancements to design, technology, and dynamic performance capabilities.
Jeff Mannering, Director of Audi Australia, said: “The latest Audi RS 3 not only embodies our motorsport heritage but also reflects our commitment to delivering exhilarating driving experiences and unparalleled performance. The RS 3 has always been known for its thrilling dynamism, and the latest edition is no exception.”
Distinctive RS design: Heritage reimagined
The RS 3’s design immediately communicates its sporting intent with a significantly sportier appearance. At the front, the wide, flat hexagonal Singleframe grille features an aggressive rhombus pattern, flanked by vertical black blades and three apertures inspired by the iconic Audi Sport quattro S1 Pikes Peak from 1987. Newly designed darkened Matrix LED headlights with distinctive digital daytime running lights and a unique chequered signature pay homage to Audi’s rich motorsport heritage, while a redesigned front facia combined with a new rear bumper with integrated diffuser bolsters the exterior appearance of the power-packed compact vehicle from Audi Sport.
Standard 19-inch Audi Sport wheels in a 5-spoke Y-style with matte black and gloss-turned finish enhance the model’s dynamic presence, complemented by a stylish exterior package that also includes metallic/pearl effect paint, red brake callipers, RS sports exhaust, privacy glass, and high-gloss black styling elements as standard.
Audi RS 3 – Uncompromising performance and advanced dynamics
At the heart of the RS 3’s exceptional performance is a powerful 2.5-litre turbocharged five-cylinder petrol engine with direct fuel injection, producing an impressive 294 kW between 5,600 and 7,000 rpm, and delivering a formidable 500 Nm of torque from 2,250 to 5,600 rpm. Paired with Audi’s quattro all-wheel-drive system and a responsive 7-speed S tronic transmission, the new RS 3 achieves exhilarating acceleration from 0-100 km/h in just 3.8 seconds, with a top speed electronically limited to 250 km/h.
Central to the RS 3’s handling prowess is the advanced RS torque splitter, an electronically controlled multi-disc clutch system positioned at the rear axle. This innovative technology variably distributes torque between the rear wheels, significantly reducing understeer and enhancing agility when cornering. By precisely controlling power delivery, the RS torque splitter allows for sharper turn-in, greater stability mid-corner, and faster acceleration out of corners, elevating the RS 3’s performance credentials to new heights.
Audi’s engineers have also fine-tuned the interplay between mechanical and electronic components – including the torque splitter, electronic stability control, and wheel-selective torque control – to ensure the RS 3’s performance and handling dynamics are at the absolute forefront of its class.
Refined and technologically advanced interior
Inside, the Audi RS 3 has been extensively reimagined to create a striking and highly functional cabin. Highlights include newly designed sport seats in fine Nappa leather upholstery with honeycomb stitching and RS embossing. For the first time in RS 3, a new flat-top and bottom RS Sport leather multifunction steering wheel. With satellite buttons provides intuitive control of driving modes, including RS Performance modes.
The cabin’s premium ambience is further enhanced by colour ambient lighting package pro, featuring hundreds of back-lit, laser-cut rhombus shapes in the door panels, and carbon atlas inlays framed in fine volcano grey paint. Additionally, a panoramic glass sunroof with integrated electric sunblind now features as standard equipment for the Audi RS 3, further advancing the interior appointment and cabin experience.
Advanced infotainment features include:
- a 10.1-inch MMI navigation plus touchscreen,
- 12.3-inch Audi RS virtual cockpit plus with dedicated RS displays,
- SONOS 3D premium sound system, and wireless smartphone connectivity.
Audi’s comprehensive safety suite includes:
- Audi pre sense city,
- adaptive cruise assist,
- lane change assist,
- park assist with parking system plus, and
- a 360-degree camera system as standard.
Striking colours and optional packages
The new RS 3 introduces striking new colour options including Progressive red and Ascari blue, with Daytona grey matte effect available for the first time on the RS 3. Customers can further enhance their vehicle with two optional packages. The Carbon package, offering exterior enhancements in gloss carbon finish. And the RS design package plus, featuring interior accents in Express red or Micrommata green. Enhancing the RS 3’s exclusive appeal. Additionally, a new wheel design in 10-cross spoke design is available as an option, taking inspiration from Audi’s motorsport heritage.
Peace-of-mind for Audi owners
Both variants offer comprehensive standard equipment and represent outstanding value within the high-performance compact segment. Further, the Audi RS 3 comes with a peace-of-mind five-year warranty. And twelve years manufacturing warranty for bodywork against corrosion perforation for new vehicles.
Five-year service plans are available for both models and customers also can purchase Audi Advantage. An Audi-exclusive program that allows owners to purchase two-year packages. To extend their servicing, warranty, and roadside assistance. New vehicle customers can purchase two-year programs back-to-back at the time of purchase. Or at a later date up to 8 years old, to extend the current manufacturer warranty beyond the current 5-year period. This allows new vehicle owners the security of a full factory warranty for up to 9 years, which is transferable to future owners of their vehicle.
Audi owners also receive a complementary membership during their warranty period to Audi Experience. Audi Australia’s bespoke loyalty program that offers access to exclusive national events. Intimate Audi Ambassador experiences and premium partner offers.
Further information on the program can be found at myaudi.com.au/experience.
Market Introduction Audi RS 3
The Audi RS 3 is arriving mid-2025 to Australian showrooms. Customers interested in exploring the new Audi RS 3 are encouraged to visit audi.com.au or contact their preferred Audi dealership for more information.
More details can be found below
Pricing* |
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| Audi RS 3 Sportback | $104,800 |
| Audi RS 3 Sedan | $107,800 |
(*Manufacturer List Pricing [MLP] – excludes dealer delivery and government statutory charges)
Note Vehicles depicted in supplied images are international press vehicles and are used for illustrative purposes only. They may not reflect exact specifications available in Australia.
