Audi RS 3 sportback (8PA) 2.5 TFSI (340 Hp) quattro S tronic
Audi RS 3:
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sportback (8PA) Overview:
Audi RS 3 (sportback (8PA)). With 450 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1575 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 4.6 s). The top speed reaches 250 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • High-performance engine delivering 340 hp.
- • Sporty acceleration: 0-100 km/h in 4.6 sec.
- • All-wheel drive for superior traction in all conditions.
- • Independent multi-link suspension for premium ride comfort.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.
- • Direct fuel injection technology for optimized combustion.
Cons:
- • Relatively high fuel consumption: 9.1 L/100 km combined.
- • Compact cargo space (302 L); may require careful packing.
- • Meets EURO 5 emission standard; check for local urban restriction zones.
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(sportback (8VA): February, 2015 - 2016).
| General: |
| Brand: | Audi |
| Model: | RS 3 |
| Generation: | sportback (8PA) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 TFSI (340 Hp) quattro S tronic |
| Start of production: | January, 2011 |
| End of production: | December, 2012 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: |
| Power: | 340 Hp @ 5400-6500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 137.1 Hp/l [41mm less] |
| Torque: | 450 Nm @ 1600-5300 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | CEPA More details about the engine CEPA |
| Engine displacement: | 2480 |
| Number of cylinders: | 5 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.5 l |
| Coolant: | 10 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 82.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 92.8 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.1 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 4.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 4.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 4.6 kg/Hp, 215.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.5 kg/Nm, 285.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 4.4 sec |
| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1575 |
| Max. weight: | 2135 |
| Max. roof load: | 75 kg |
| Max load: | 560 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1032 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 302 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: |
| Length: | 4302 mm mm [41mm less] |
| Width: | 1794 mm mm [6mm less] |
| Height: | 1402 mm mm [9mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2578 mm mm [53mm less] |
| Front track: | 1564 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1528 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.7 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
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| Number of gears | 7 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Gearbox type | S tronic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Tires size | 225/35 R19 |
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| Wheel rims size | 8J x 19 |
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| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
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| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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