Why You’ll Love the 2024 Audi RS3

The Audi RS3 is one of the most exciting and fun-to-drive small sports sedans on the market. It combines a powerful turbocharged engine, a sporty suspension, and a stylish design to create a thrilling driving experience. The RS3 was redesigned for the 2022 model year, but it might get some minor updates for 2024, according to some spy shots of a prototype. Here are five reasons why you’ll love the 2024 Audi RS3:

Unique and Awesome Five-Cylinder

One of the most distinctive features of the RS3 is its unconventional five-cylinder engine. It has a unique sound and character that sets it apart from other four-cylinder or six-cylinder rivals. The engine is a turbocharged 2.5-liter that produces 401 horsepower and 354 lb-ft of torque. It can propel the RS3 from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.3 seconds and reach a top speed of up to 180 mph. The engine also has better fuel economy and lower emissions than the previous generation.

Rear-Biased All-Wheel-Drive System that Allows Some Drifting

The RS3 comes standard with a torque-vectoring all-wheel-drive system that can distribute power between the front and rear axles as well as between the rear wheels. The system has a rear-biased setting that allows some oversteer and drifting for those who want to have some fun on the track or on twisty roads. The system also enhances the handling and stability of the car, especially on corners and bumps.

Range of Features that Enhance its Performance, Safety, and Comfort

The RS3 is not only fast and agile, but also well-equipped with a range of features that make it more enjoyable to drive and own. The car has an upgraded touchscreen that supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, as well as a wireless phone charging pad. The car also has LED headlights and taillights, leather seats with red stitching, a flat-bottom steering wheel with paddle shifters, and a digital instrument cluster.

The car also has a range of safety features that include adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go function, lane-keep assist with lane-change assist, blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, autonomous emergency braking with pedestrian detection, rear parking sensors, and a rearview camera.

Competitive Price and Value

The RS3 starts at nearly $63,000 and few options are offered. For those who plan on setting hot laps in the little sedan like we did at Virginia International Raceway during our 2022 Lightning Lap event, we recommend choosing the optional Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R track tires, as their transformative properties are a steal at $450 total. However, those who don’t plan on taking their RS3 to the racetrack should stick with the standard summer rubber, which will likely have a longer shelf life.

The RS3 also comes with a five-year/unlimited-mileage warranty and five years of capped-price servicing. The car also has a high resale value, as it is one of the most popular small sports sedans in the US.

Stylish Design that Makes it Stand Out from the Crowd

The RS3 has a sleek and sharp design that makes it more attractive and distinctive than other small sedans. It has a new grille, new headlights, new taillights, and new wheels that give it more character and flair. The car also has an aggressive body kit with large air intakes, flared wheel arches, side skirts, a rear spoiler, and dual exhaust tips. The car is available in several colors, including Nardo Gray, Kyalami Green, Tango Red, Daytona Gray Pearl Effect, Glacier White Metallic, Mythos Black Metallic, Navarra Blue Metallic, and Turbo Blue.

The 2024 Audi RS3 is expected to debut later this year or early next year in the US market. If you’re looking for a small sports sedan that is affordable, practical, and fun to drive, you might want to check out the reasons above.