1500 miles in Audi's New RS 3 - Better than M240i xDrive? | 4K

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Joe Achilles

Joe Achilles

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@oleg274
@oleg274 3 жыл бұрын
When current generation of M5 went out and did 0-60 in 3.3 it was mind blowing. But this, RS3 - small sportback, doing 3.4 is just incredible
@senoow4215
@senoow4215 3 жыл бұрын
And for atleast half the price 😂😂
@nicolasb5403
@nicolasb5403 3 жыл бұрын
M5 is a big car, different comfort level, different weight. BMW managed to make it as fast as a small car. Bravo, bmw 😺
@gregs8685
@gregs8685 3 жыл бұрын
Impressive no doubt, but 0-60 is more of a headline figure. Obviously out in the real world an M5 would slaughter an RS3 speed wise. Quarter mile trap speed and in gear/ roll acceleration numbers give a better indication of a car’s real world speed.
@JohnSmith-me2wg
@JohnSmith-me2wg 3 жыл бұрын
@@gregs8685 haha true but where though, on the 8 out of 10 roads where Ive got speed cameras or the other 2 where its always choca block with traffic
@bananathecockatiel1439
@bananathecockatiel1439 3 жыл бұрын
@@JohnSmith-me2wg this argument also defeats the purpose of the RS3 though….
@vladimirmitrovic4151
@vladimirmitrovic4151 Жыл бұрын
Everybody talks about the interior of RS3, in my opinion, it's fantastic! All the car is amazing!🔥🔥🔥
@JakeM240
@JakeM240 3 жыл бұрын
Great Review joe , almost everyone else is obsesed with 0-60 nowadays but u covered everything else , mpg , ride quality , fit and finish and compered to ! well done !
@Shane-zx4ps
@Shane-zx4ps 3 жыл бұрын
Very true David, carwow has people gone mad on 0-60 and quarter mile times bullshit, the ordinary person rarely does that type of driving..
@carlspence
@carlspence 3 жыл бұрын
Can’t wait for mine to be delivered!
@_Ambition124
@_Ambition124 3 жыл бұрын
Getting mine in Kyalami Green let's gooooooo!!
@markrhoden68
@markrhoden68 3 жыл бұрын
Whats the waiting times like, been waiting more than 6 months now for a BMW
@JoeAchilles1
@JoeAchilles1 3 жыл бұрын
I bet, mega car 👌
@carlspence
@carlspence 3 жыл бұрын
Vorspung in Daytona gray been on order since early September
@stefanvogel8255
@stefanvogel8255 3 жыл бұрын
Great video again Joe ! RS 3 vs M2 Competion next please !
@andrewmontague2636
@andrewmontague2636 3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely superb video, Joe. I particularly like your comments regarding the closest competitors where you talk about the price differences and interior quality. These 2 points are key to most real world buyers but are largely ignored by most motoring journalists.
@MixedUpChocolate
@MixedUpChocolate 3 жыл бұрын
Definitely my favourite motoring journalist channel. Just so engaging and clear with a balanced view that I can relate to. I love the A45s for it’s looks, but the RS3 soundtrack from the 5 cylinder engine is something else. If I had £65k spare I’d probably take the RS3 based on this review.
@rodpaine7552
@rodpaine7552 2 жыл бұрын
Very good job with your two Audi RS 3 videos and I've sent links to friends who admire our 2019 Audi RS 3. We've put 33k miles on it thus far and aside from putting much better 18-inch 245/40/18 wheels/tires the RS 3 has been a significant pleasure. The stock 235/35/19 tires/wheels were a very poor performing arrangement which we replaced within 3 days of buying the RS 3! We're retired so spend typically 3 days a week running country back roads and now have 33,109 miles on the Audi. Great machine indeed and certainly glad we bought it. Keep up the good work and reviews, certainly great to learn more about high performance aspects, versus the typical foo-foo nonsense other many automobile reporters/writers waste my time with. Keep up the great detail reporting that you do!
@rodpaine7552
@rodpaine7552 2 жыл бұрын
Now at 42,217 total miles with 30,396 miles being fast country back road runs 3 days a week as weather permits, the Audi's performance has been flawless and we're very happy with its performance. New Michelin Pilot Sport 4S 245/40/18 tires going on very soon, as the current Michelin A/S3+ 245/40/18 have just about reached their end at 3.5 mm remaining tread depth. A great vehicle indeed and certainly the best I've had during my now 64 years of fast automobiles and driving on many country back roads in VA, W VA and southern CA. Certainly a great automobile!
@fzr1000981
@fzr1000981 2 жыл бұрын
2022 fixes most of those problems, time to trade in your old 2019
@TheEryk03
@TheEryk03 3 жыл бұрын
New RS3 is perfect, practical for daily and super fun to play around with.
@cazantrabant519
@cazantrabant519 3 жыл бұрын
Its not practical cuz it has a bit over 300l trunk capacity.. they fucked up with this, i love this mini v10 engine😁
@andrewh5381
@andrewh5381 2 жыл бұрын
Still loving my M440i… 40+mpg in Eco Pro and 0-60 3.8 secs, 4 seats, golf clubs & kids no issues!
@Skeetopunk01
@Skeetopunk01 2 жыл бұрын
Grey car, black wheels, and blue brake calipers looks the best. Perfect combo.
@markrhoden68
@markrhoden68 3 жыл бұрын
I find that situation with options on the interior unbelievable for this level of car
@JoeAchilles1
@JoeAchilles1 3 жыл бұрын
Me too, very confusing on a £50k+ hatch, strange decision by someone at Audi UK.
@markrhoden68
@markrhoden68 3 жыл бұрын
@@JoeAchilles1 Mercedes and BMW both offer colour leather options in their top hatchbacks, just think its nice to brighten up a rather dark interior
@coops111s
@coops111s 3 жыл бұрын
My dealings with Audi UK are so underwhelming it doesn’t surprise me one bit, I think Stevie Wonder is in charge, sorry Stevie but it’s the blind leading the blind 🙈
@vomErsten
@vomErsten 3 жыл бұрын
@@JoeAchilles1 Hey, at least you guys get the correct steering wheel! Audi of America won't even let us have that!
@Danificationization
@Danificationization 3 жыл бұрын
@@vomErsten it's because of the adaptive cruise
@davidcupra4913
@davidcupra4913 3 жыл бұрын
Part 2 is as good as part one was joe. But u do know my love for this car 😀 best new rs3 review online well done 👌🏼
@EvolveAutomotive
@EvolveAutomotive 3 жыл бұрын
Great review Joe! Interesting to hear your comparison against the A45s as I though that was the best hot hatch in the segment so far. Will re-assess once I've spent more time in the Eventuri RS3!
@JoeAchilles1
@JoeAchilles1 3 жыл бұрын
Cheers guys! Can't wait to see what you do with yours, very much look forward to trying it out once the project has started 👊👌
@northernvoice7288
@northernvoice7288 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent content as usual Joe, Out of the 2 I prefer the RS3 personally. Keep up the good work as always a pleasure to watch.
@JoeAchilles1
@JoeAchilles1 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you ❤️
@Tomoyo0827
@Tomoyo0827 3 жыл бұрын
Rs3 without a question, 240i is just too ugly and not practical. It’s even worse than the m2 for passenger and trunk
@Keano04JCW
@Keano04JCW 3 жыл бұрын
Great video. Loving the balanced and thoughtful content joe. Excellent work. 👍
@leonmayer6048
@leonmayer6048 2 жыл бұрын
you're videos are the Best. You're dealing with Questions where i'm really interested into and also you're explanations of you're emtions are speaking my language :)
@galahadkenway1865
@galahadkenway1865 3 жыл бұрын
The review, as always, it's brilliant content! I would really like to highlight the excellent quality of the video! Looking at this reviews on a good 4k tv it's just a joy! Both exterior and interior shots are really top notch quality! Congratulations on that Joe! Greets from Spain.
@luciussander8217
@luciussander8217 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks - excellent review - well balanced factual and informative. I have an RS3 carbon sportback on order, so it's good to know I've made the right choice. Interior is OK for me and in the RS3 I looked at last week, the ambient lighting does a good job of brightening things up. No one seems to mention that, but you can customise the colours and wotnot. The tech is great as well. Thanks again, most informative review I've seen of this car to date.
@Srbandara
@Srbandara 3 жыл бұрын
Congrats on the choice of car mate, what colour did you go for?
@coops111s
@coops111s 2 жыл бұрын
Luscious lips got your car yet 🤔 on one of your comments you slagged off the interior of the S3, are you not aware that’s what your getting, I have to say if I had the money I would get the carbon edition too, enjoy 👍
@RamjeProductions
@RamjeProductions 3 жыл бұрын
I really like those box style extended wheel fenders.
@beckygair2272
@beckygair2272 3 жыл бұрын
Great video Joe I’ve been converted to BMW Especially the X3 30D. Msport Looking at getting 1 soon
@coops111s
@coops111s 3 жыл бұрын
Kemora Grey 🥰🥰 the car looks amazing 😀 that’s why I’ve got the S3, I’m too poor for an RS3 😢
@hmi1750
@hmi1750 3 жыл бұрын
enjoyed the review. love the external shots as the car shoots up the road.
@dadinjo5
@dadinjo5 3 жыл бұрын
1 of the best in the biznis... Joe that is best thing on ur channel is that u just dont look at supercars but nice sporty cars that dont cost more than a villa... excellent job Joe, respect Ser
@davidofglenbrook4487
@davidofglenbrook4487 2 жыл бұрын
I had a choice between the RS3 and the m240ix (and a Tesla 3), in my shopping this summer. I got the m240ix with Tacora Red Leather.
@johnnyVGtran
@johnnyVGtran 3 жыл бұрын
It's always exciting when you click on joes reviews and first frame is a clip of an rs3 kicking out the tail end around a corner ! Glad you did a follow up on this amazing machine joe .Fingers xd in a year or so i will upgrade from my wrx to one of these
@keagananderson9666
@keagananderson9666 2 жыл бұрын
Love this review. Made me feel like someone more like myself is giving proper advice on the car. Well done
@SamAustin
@SamAustin 3 жыл бұрын
Great video Joe! Thank you for sharing your experiences with the RS3 👍
@DjNikGnashers
@DjNikGnashers 3 жыл бұрын
As a serial BMW owner, I have to say, this is the first RS3 that I feel a real 'want' for. Seeing as BMW have ruined their own hot hatch line up, I can see one of these as my next car. I don't get the whole obsession with 0-60 times that owners seem to be so fascinated with, I couldn't give a shit if I'm honest, anything under 6 seconds is plenty, but the driving experience and fun-factor of a hot hatch is what attracts me.
@final_mile_music9713
@final_mile_music9713 3 жыл бұрын
I think the 0-60s BS is about comparison to EV’s (the only trick they have) and that, is many places, it’s the only fun you can have. That, and bragging rights. Make no sense to me.
@DjNikGnashers
@DjNikGnashers 3 жыл бұрын
@@final_mile_music9713 I can see what you're saying. I think racing from one set of red traffic lights to the next set, is pointless and boring. I suppose women in sporty SUV's might get some sort of satisfaction from beating other cars doing this, but real drivers will be laughing at such low skilled drivers. I'll be out in the countryside drifting the back end out around corners thanks :-)
@stevepeacock4265
@stevepeacock4265 2 жыл бұрын
Think the previous gen rs3 is better in some respects in looks but new one is decent. Just baffled with bmw, produced the excellent but limited m2 which looked decent, m3 and m5 bit ugly . As for the 1 series , just so ugly
@ianmcwilliams6453
@ianmcwilliams6453 3 жыл бұрын
Nice one! I prefer it as a saloon, and in a very bright colour!
@tobi4348
@tobi4348 2 жыл бұрын
Nah, which bright color then? Black looks way better
@kgbg9859
@kgbg9859 2 жыл бұрын
Im so late to the party. but I have been watching this video on repeat since it aired! having ordered the RS3 Vorsprung in Nov 21. I am finally picking it up shortly. This video and the other one have really helped me get a feel for this car without driving it. And you can definitely drive Joe which really helped me understand how the RS is going to handle. Amazing job I definitely need the advanced driving lessons :-) but thank you fantastic job and can't wait to get to Europe. Having an S3 for a few years. A little scary seeing what this can do but what an engine.
@colinw1591
@colinw1591 3 жыл бұрын
Great review Joe. Imo, the base spec car with more brushed aluminium and silver alloys looks much better. And it does sound good too....
@EmperialHails
@EmperialHails 3 жыл бұрын
Nice one Joe. Be interesting to see how the new M2 compares. That is going to be an absolute weapon I rekon
@cannonacesw2236
@cannonacesw2236 3 жыл бұрын
Great Review, underrated channel!
@nickd88888M
@nickd88888M 3 жыл бұрын
Again awesome. You didn't answer last time, so you made a video to give your answer. How cool is this !!!!! Thanks. Keep it up
@SAVxWKT
@SAVxWKT 3 жыл бұрын
Great review Joe, sounds like you enjoyed the time with the car. Agree with the interior points, that much money, at least give us the option for the RS design package. But nope we stuck with a bland A3 interior.
@Shane-zx4ps
@Shane-zx4ps 3 жыл бұрын
Great video joe , that Audi is a savage little hot hatch, that 5 cylinder reminds me of my brothers Audi coupe 2.2 back in the early 90,s and that road looks like the same road Harry from Harry,s garage uses to test his cars..
@00000zeros
@00000zeros 3 жыл бұрын
Have been waiting for this video with standard tyres. Perfect.
@alexhodgkinson618
@alexhodgkinson618 3 жыл бұрын
Cheers Joe awesome video as always! I’ve got a Vorsprung on order and so it’s great to hear your honest opinion on it! All the best mate, cheers
@mmoczynski71
@mmoczynski71 3 жыл бұрын
Hello Joe, Marty Christmas and I look forward to a test of RS3 and new M2 as soon as it arrives. All the best for Christmas 🎄
@fullthrill7314
@fullthrill7314 3 жыл бұрын
I’m deciding between the new rs3 and m240i xdrive, so thanks for the comparison!
@andrewmontague2636
@andrewmontague2636 3 жыл бұрын
Me too. Joes point regarding price has probably sealed it for me, though. The BMW with a decent spec will be around £8-10k cheaper than the Audi. And the BMW interior looks so much nicer..
@generickk8187
@generickk8187 3 жыл бұрын
There’s one in stock at my local dealer and it’s the only one they will have for 3 months but I’m deciding to wait for rs3 to be available in the US
@franciscovelazquez4352
@franciscovelazquez4352 3 жыл бұрын
@@generickk8187 the sportback/hacthback is not coming to the US, correct?
@generickk8187
@generickk8187 3 жыл бұрын
@@franciscovelazquez4352 correct, only sedan
@BobcatBart
@BobcatBart 2 жыл бұрын
What comparison? LOL One cost more than the other, and one has 2 doors. Is that the comparison you were hoping for?
@simondeakin5961
@simondeakin5961 3 жыл бұрын
Sublime video again Joe. Many thanks
@mrryan382
@mrryan382 3 жыл бұрын
Is that Kemora Grey? Looks so nice, even more looking forward to get my car next year. My first RS, my 3rd Audi, previously had a TTS and a Q5. Really looking forward to it.
@malph9216
@malph9216 3 жыл бұрын
I can understand people going on about the price of the RS3......the same is said about the RSQ3 and the TTRS. But that is the price you have to pay for a bit of exclusivity. The superb 5 pot stands alone in a sea of turbo 4 pots and a few 6 cylinder competitors. The 5 pot is not a beneficiary of mass production and, unfortunately, a premium will have to be paid in terms of a bit of that rare exclusivity in todays car market......It's an awesome piece of engineering!
@TheEryk03
@TheEryk03 3 жыл бұрын
But is it mkre expensive than the A45s?
@christopherokeefe7783
@christopherokeefe7783 3 жыл бұрын
Well done Joe... as always!
@My_Auto_Chronicles
@My_Auto_Chronicles 3 жыл бұрын
Love the repeated use of the Metcalfe bends! 🤣
@w00t777
@w00t777 3 жыл бұрын
the RS3 is ideal if you need the 4 doors and take passengers and stuff around often. But I'll still take the m240i all day if that practicality is not required. Nothing beats a straight 6 coupe.
@richardtyrer
@richardtyrer 3 жыл бұрын
Love the video mate! Really tempting to go for one!
@andybird6102
@andybird6102 3 жыл бұрын
Very nice and liveable too as not overly firm. Interior fine with me as I am not a fan of the flashy stitching and coloured seat panels.
@SKROHAAN22
@SKROHAAN22 3 жыл бұрын
Can't wait to drive one, what a beast 💪
@MODIT
@MODIT 3 жыл бұрын
Bad ass video Joe! Well done sir!
@MrVv8
@MrVv8 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this video ! Great analysis and conclusion !
@neilcollins5930
@neilcollins5930 3 жыл бұрын
If you’ve got the money its a bargain . Beautifully built, exciting and stunning to look at . I like the interior it suits the car.
@rickgeorge3739
@rickgeorge3739 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video 3 years ago when I was in the market for a new car, the RS3 Sportsback is what I wanted. Test drive brilliant. Obviously the previous edition but was still great. I couldnt afford it, so got a fully specced out Golf R (which still love and drive to this day). But the RS3 always on my radar - and maybe one day. VW take off the Aldi badge and put a VW on it and reduce the price :P
@imraansarwar4148
@imraansarwar4148 3 жыл бұрын
Great video Joe! I'm glad I ordered one now just have to wait until April
@x1aou
@x1aou 3 жыл бұрын
This video deserves more views. 👏🏾
@BradyT90
@BradyT90 3 жыл бұрын
i can listen this 5-pot allday long... nice video!
@chintan579
@chintan579 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Joe, thanks for the review. It’s very informative. I’m keen to know your thoughts on how the RS3 compares to the current RSQ3 in terms of driving dynamics, transmission and overall feel in the cabin. I understand that they’re different in terms of car types (SUV vs Hatch) however I’m very interested to hear your opinion. Cheers.
@majinsbo
@majinsbo 3 жыл бұрын
I know you wanted Joes opinion but I’m pretty sure the current RSQ3 is based on the old car, I may be wrong though so they kind of don’t compare
@chintan579
@chintan579 3 жыл бұрын
@@majinsbo I agree. I think its using the older version of the 2.5L 5 cylinder engine (480nm compared to the newer 500nm)
@chrisclokey4840
@chrisclokey4840 3 жыл бұрын
Love the exterior, and I expect it to drive brilliantly. However I just can’t get past that dull interior and if I bought one it would annoy me every time I got into it. Therefore I just couldn’t buy one.
@JoeAchilles1
@JoeAchilles1 3 жыл бұрын
Fair enough, like I said in the video it might be the decider for some potential buyers... Shame it doesn't have nicer options in the UK.
@chrisclokey4840
@chrisclokey4840 3 жыл бұрын
@@JoeAchilles1 I’m actually waiting for my local BMW dealer to have a demo M240i, I really like the look of these externally and internally. Given the choice I would also go with a coupe over a hatch, I appreciate that you lose some of the practicality but that is not really a concern for me
@markrhoden68
@markrhoden68 3 жыл бұрын
@@chrisclokey4840 and the m240i offers colour in that interior
@joe718gt4
@joe718gt4 3 жыл бұрын
That's why I would just make up for it a crazy exterior color that can't be had on lesser models
@chrisclokey4840
@chrisclokey4840 3 жыл бұрын
@@markrhoden68 it does indeed. I’ve never been a fan of plain black leather interiors. At this price point you really need to be offering options. It’s a major mistake by Audi not to offer the interior pack in the UK.
@brianiswrong
@brianiswrong 3 жыл бұрын
The fact the RS3 can be mentioned in the same sentence as an M3 X drive and no one laughs, shows just how good a driving machine the RS3 is 👍
@davidbarfield3489
@davidbarfield3489 3 жыл бұрын
Will this come to the US?
@miketilston1528
@miketilston1528 3 жыл бұрын
Great to hear that the Gearbox doesnt kick down in Manual mode and doesnt change up at the rpm limiter either, the former will stop me having to glue a spacer to the pedal, but at the other end we all expect it to change down automatically and not stall when coming to a standstill? :) Good video again Joe, still waiting for my RS3 (should have been built this week)
@WhiteHartMart
@WhiteHartMart 3 жыл бұрын
Love the engine, love the exterior but from where I spend 99% of my time, it just doesn't look (or I expect feel) £60k special. VW/Audi seeming to have gone cheap on interior this year on both the performance A3s and Golfs :( That noise though is almost enough for me to look beyond that!
@DarkHelmet1976
@DarkHelmet1976 3 жыл бұрын
Sadly, you're right. Went for a ride last week in my friend's 2022 S3 and the performance was great, but I was surprised by how cheap the interior felt. Lots of hard plastics and it just felt . . . spartan inside. But, the S3, RS3 and Golf R do give you a ton of performance at the cost, so it all depends how you want to spend your money.
@M2G87
@M2G87 3 жыл бұрын
Totally agree just based on the bland boring interior this does not warrant spending £50 - £60k hence Audi this time has certainly lost my sale very disappointing. The design spec should come as standard
@barryhumphries4514
@barryhumphries4514 2 жыл бұрын
Love this car! That 5 cylinder soundtrack reminds me of the UR Quattro rally cars… 🤔🥴👍👀
@PQV-8898
@PQV-8898 3 жыл бұрын
I will take the new M240i. Saw one in Brooklyn grey in the flesh and it's stunning. Love its aggressive new styling.
@eddiee2750
@eddiee2750 3 жыл бұрын
I am so glad to hear that, I am picking up mine this week in that color. I haven't been excited about getting a new car for a few years now but I am about this one.
@PQV-8898
@PQV-8898 3 жыл бұрын
@@eddiee2750 Congrats 👏. I fell in love when I saw it. That grey is just so amazing against all the black CF trims. Drives as amazing as it looks.
@P33mxn
@P33mxn 3 жыл бұрын
Bang on with what you said about the interior. Terrible how the Rs3 interior feels exactly like my a3 lol
@mauricetoussaint7283
@mauricetoussaint7283 3 жыл бұрын
What were Audi going to do - put an A6 interior in there. It's fine, no rattles, well made, etc - not sure why people keep bleating about it. I drove the new RS3 a couple of weeks ago - so unlike all you lot, have actually sat in the bloody thing.
@golfcurve7
@golfcurve7 3 жыл бұрын
I have one of these and agree with many of your points. Certainly the interior is underwellming and they don't give anything away in terms of extras in the base model but your comment on fuel economy I would challenge. There is no way I can better 25 mpg whatever I do.! Apart for that it is one hell of a machine.
@davidhayes4814
@davidhayes4814 2 жыл бұрын
It is hard for an ordinary person to be that objective about the ability of such a car. My last car was a manual Golf GTI performance which was a lovely car. I traded it in for an RS3 last month which was my first automatic. I am not a good driver being a bit erratic but both vehicles make me feel good and possibly improve my driving. They are just nice cars.
@DoubleDeckerAnton
@DoubleDeckerAnton 3 жыл бұрын
This is a lovely little beast of a thing.
@michaelherron4306
@michaelherron4306 3 жыл бұрын
Is that car specked with the rs dynamic suspension?
@christophhazy8080
@christophhazy8080 3 жыл бұрын
Would you upgrade to ceramic brakes on your own RS3?
@alisonsmith3817
@alisonsmith3817 3 жыл бұрын
Joe my old golf r mk7 dsg in manual mode never changed down if in 4th stayed in it So a mk8 r is different then
@simonhancock518
@simonhancock518 2 жыл бұрын
I wish Audi would sort out their new bumper designs, they remind me of cheap 90s aftermarket bodykits. Having previously owned a Golf 7R I can only imagine what this beast drives like 👍
@grayknight836
@grayknight836 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Joe, please let your connections at Audi UK know that it sucks that we can’t get these cool cars here in the states 🇺🇸. As well as the future BMW M Touring. 🗽 😤
@joe718gt4
@joe718gt4 3 жыл бұрын
I wish we got this in wagon form in the US
@aadi8568
@aadi8568 3 жыл бұрын
no one gets the rs3 in estate/wagon form. Do you mean hatchback?
@joe718gt4
@joe718gt4 3 жыл бұрын
@@aadi8568 yeah that's what I meant.
@pacoflyer
@pacoflyer 2 жыл бұрын
I am 100% cross shopping the RS3 8Y and The M3 X. For me these are $10,000 apart after I have configured them most likely.
@fzr1000981
@fzr1000981 2 жыл бұрын
M3?
@steffydog
@steffydog 2 жыл бұрын
Lovely to see, thank you
@r.rahmani69
@r.rahmani69 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great video Joe! Super helpful. Just had one question in regards to steering feel.. would you say the Rs3 has more of a weighted steering feel or on the lighter side?
@TheValodjaCzech
@TheValodjaCzech 3 жыл бұрын
What about comparison to Golf R. If I spec GR high (performance/leather/akrap..) i am getting to the price of bare RS3...Are they perveptively comparable cars (10-15% difference), or is it different leagues (20-30% difference)? Thx
@jakewoolley9533
@jakewoolley9533 3 жыл бұрын
It is a different league to the golf R. 80hp and 80nm more and 0.7sec quicker to 60 (3.8 for RS3 and 4.5 for Golf R I believe). Is the base RS3 worth the extra money compared to a fully loaded Golf R, yes probably on performance but depends on what comes standard on the car and what equipment you want, ie satnav. But spec for spec with the Golf R or S3, I’d personally save the money as a Golf R or S3 is more than enough for the road and still a very nice car, and spec for spec best part of 15k cheaper
@smm6526
@smm6526 3 жыл бұрын
Once you see those sneaky take offs, you know its Joe...
@maxmustermann318
@maxmustermann318 3 жыл бұрын
How should it be better with FWD and 3 Zylinder
@harshhell4185
@harshhell4185 2 жыл бұрын
If you had to choose between the RS4 Avant and the RS3, which would it be? Considering a fully loaded RS3 comes in at just under £70k.
@Pixelpeeps-69
@Pixelpeeps-69 3 жыл бұрын
Best video review on KZbin 👌 The Audi Rs3 badge definitely has a higher status on the road than the merc A45s or the BMW 240i 💪🏻🤛🏼
@abdulazizkazee6976
@abdulazizkazee6976 3 жыл бұрын
Hi there Joe hope u doin well, I'm Hameed from Cape Town South Africa and I love ur videos, the content etc etc absolutely Epic. Have u heard or perhaps driven an Audi RS3 with an Akrapovic Exhaust on? Also would you advise doing a stage 1Software upgrade on a RS3. I'm considering ordering 1 in January, so just wanted ur professional opinion. Thank You and al the best for the holiday season keep safe.
@gavinwyllie7855
@gavinwyllie7855 3 жыл бұрын
If you do a software upgrade then it invalidates the manufacturers warranty.
@essendon72
@essendon72 2 жыл бұрын
Is the BMW M240i my premium feel/comfortable inside?
@joeblacc8573
@joeblacc8573 2 жыл бұрын
It's tough to justify the RS5 from a speed perspective. If it's just about space then class up to the RS6/7 etc....but I would have to imagine the RS5 is gonna get a significant upgrade soon. It's been outclassed by the competition for years and now it's kid brother is stronger and much more exciting.
@peterbale8211
@peterbale8211 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Joe. Great review! What is the colour called on that car? Can’t seem to find it on the Audi website. Also, why can’t we get the alcantara interior in the uk?
@PeakPerformanceReviews
@PeakPerformanceReviews 3 жыл бұрын
Great video fella! Mad car and yeah I agree with your points too! Realistically it is worth that money. Seems crazy for a hot hatch but it is what it is ✅
@EastWood2004
@EastWood2004 2 жыл бұрын
When I checked the spec, I could not believe to read that the weight is 1.75 tons! I would get a Model 3 perf instead.
@JoeAchilles1
@JoeAchilles1 2 жыл бұрын
That weighs 1.85 tons... Interesting logic 🤣
@EastWood2004
@EastWood2004 2 жыл бұрын
@@JoeAchilles1 Thanks for your reply Joe. My logic is that the elec cars used to be much heavier than ICE cars. Now the gap is marginal so little benefit to drive ICE cars like the M240 on these days. I recall BMW did 55Kg lighter when they released G20 3 series.
@olih.
@olih. 3 жыл бұрын
Great review. I’ve got one for two days next week so will be able to try for myself :-)
@paulhargreaves5604
@paulhargreaves5604 3 жыл бұрын
Great review as always Joe, I'm looking for views or thoughts on would you buy the RS3 with no sunroof, head up display etc over a B9.5 RS4 Vorsprung which is fully loaded in Nardo Grey that carries a mountain bike about on the roof and does everything really well? as that's where I'm at, I've ordered an RS3 Carbon black and I'm having second thoughts as the RS4 is still a cult car and a great all rounder............
@Dark_Wings88
@Dark_Wings88 2 жыл бұрын
RS3 is for 20 years old. RS4 is for adults 😉 and yeah. With children you go RS4 !
@paulhargreaves5604
@paulhargreaves5604 2 жыл бұрын
@@Dark_Wings88 I cancelled the RS3, no brainer when I weighed it up, cheers.
@robertwinston2496
@robertwinston2496 3 жыл бұрын
Great review. Wish they brought the hatch RS3 to North America. Would love that as my next daily when I replace the Golf R. We don't even get the A35/45 hatch. WTH?!
@derrickarmour
@derrickarmour 3 жыл бұрын
They don't sell enough in the US to justify it. Perhaps the Golf is an exception because of the name it's made for itself and history etcetera not sure.
@davidbillberg2203
@davidbillberg2203 3 жыл бұрын
Nothing better than an RS3!
@gregzoller9003
@gregzoller9003 3 жыл бұрын
Barely a price difference in the US. I’m torn. I know the Audi is basically a souped-up VW, but its really an excellent souped-up VW! And I’m thinking that’ll also keep repair costs from becoming insane later. LOTS of tuning potential for the Audi’s MQB platform too. Less familiar with the BMW. The M240i appears to be a notch above the Audi out of the box, but with a couple options it is more expensive. I had a 3-series years ago that ran great, but when it did finally develop expensive German problems, each trip to the shop was measured in $1000s it seemed. I’ve got a Mk7 GTI now and it experienced common MQB failures (hello, thermostat-I’m talking to you) but these were easily and inexpensively remedied. Leaning towards the Audi-perhaps for familiarity. No losers here.
@gabidin1454
@gabidin1454 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Joe, this is the place where Harry is doing his videos/test drives?
@rw1592
@rw1592 3 жыл бұрын
Great review, as always thanks. When you mention the 0-60 time 3.4s, was it actually 0-62 (i.e.100kmh)? There are quite a number of videos out there which show 0-100kmh times significantly below the 3.8s, one even a difficult to believe 3.1s.
@CrystalNinja07
@CrystalNinja07 Жыл бұрын
I've noticed if people use the timing gear built in to the Audi, it shows a much faster 0-60 time.
@wristcandy5451
@wristcandy5451 3 жыл бұрын
Car of the decade
@M2G87
@M2G87 3 жыл бұрын
Joe really value your opinion as you give such informative all round review covering all aspects of ownership. Can you please do a review of the upcoming Lotus Emira please. Would love a response to show you do read your followers comments. As asked quite a few questions on your various videos and not had any replies yet Thanks
@rubioe3067
@rubioe3067 2 жыл бұрын
What about the cabin noise? As you don't say I suppose yes, to much to travel more than a 1000 of kilometers
@MaxStraesser
@MaxStraesser 3 жыл бұрын
Joe, between a fully-specced out S3 Vorsprung and an M240i xDrive, which would you take home as a daily driver?
@davepyne62
@davepyne62 3 жыл бұрын
Great car Joe. Don't know why people complain about the price if an rs4 is 75 grand there's no reason why a top specced one of these should nt be 60K although Audi should bring that RS design package over here, come to think of it they could do with offering something similar on the RS6 which has a mega boring interior!
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