BMW M135i v Audi RS3: Road, Track, Drag-race. - /CHRIS HARRIS ON CARS

BMW's M135i undercuts the RS3 by £10k in base spec, it's only 20hp down and weighs 150kg less. Can a sub M-car beat Audi's premium fast car representation?

[@torogami2]

unfortunately, the bmw can't fit a nuclear warhead in the trunk.

[@chaplin4522]

LOL

[@mudgatebronn4438]

whats why Trump is helping bmw to promote this car in North Korea

[@beamerandthebeast3979]

Thats because BMW's are nuclear warheads...

[@mraaaaaaa]

For all you knobheads that was a Top Gear reference

[@gabrielbilandzija7725]

Mel dkmeneT

[@Alex-zi6ym]

This is one of the most iconic pieces of auto journalism ever recorded. It’s truly inspired so many. We thank you Chris Harris

[@15october91]

Chris Harris is one of the main reasons why I bought my M135i.

[@mrep9460]

And me....

[@jeromechrome11]

And me

[@rutcornelis8498]

And me.

[@markrhoden68]

Does the m140i count

[@jeromechrome11]

@@markrhoden68 yes it does!

[@NotTheMaestro]

I bought the M135i after watching this and it's bloody brilliant. It's perfectly capable of driving round town and doing the regular daily commute - something I do each day when I drive into the city to work. It's quiet, comfortable and the steering is very accurate and direct. You put your foot down at the lights and it leave all other (normal) cars standing.

[@mohamedouechfoune878]

Rs3

[@DjNikGnashers]

@@mohamedouechfoune878 M140i

[@paulxaphier5488]

@@mohamedouechfoune878M135i

[@rafaellastracom6411]

Mr. Harris, you are one hell of a driver BUT you are an even better commentator for such reviews. Very enjoyable at all levels. Good on you!

[@AndyDoubleU]

The presenter is clearly a BMW lover and probably driver...

[@dln.sweeney]

He actually owns an RS6 and an E30 rally car.

[@Pablosammy1]

And you're clearly an Audi fanboy who can't face the truth...

[@AndyDoubleU]

Sam King Oh wow, rage much? Was just an observation... Grow up.

[@Pablosammy1]

Entertainment4U Hang on, you're the one who posted the first provocative comment, I merely responded. Still feeling sensitive from the bad verdict for the RS3?

[@AndyDoubleU]

Sam King How can that be provocative? You're the one taking the time to answer me back... I have my own verdict because I've driven both of those cars.

[@snodderz96]

That 3 litre straight six sound

[@stuartfisher8281]

Dtyuoiu

[@stuartfisher8281]

Tpuh

[@simonz5002]

Five cylinder sounds better than an inline 6

[@drdj69]

sold my RS3 and bought the M140i .. im in love..

[@audirs142]

drdj69 I’m thinking of buying an Rs3 after my S4 what’s the Rs3 like to drive day to day ?

[@zevlibin8892]

got mine 3 weeks ago! Still cant believe it

[@ciprianchirilov1039]

I can only assume the m140i is even better than the m135i. Apart from the obvious increase in power they probably sorted out some of the few minuses they had with the 135i

[@paullockwood7219]

Top man.

[@jgelchaarify]

What a loss... AWD is soo much better, downpipe headers, exhaust and tune and its overrr

[@akozengna]

I had an RS3 2012 and I have the M135 with xdrive now (A must have in Sweden). You are so right Mr.Harris! The sound, quality of riding and again the sound, the symphony from 4-7k rpm is the deciding factor when choosing between these hothaches. It is addicting! I managed to get 4,4 to 100km/h (Not relevant I know). And as you say, I dont know what you want more for a car on the road.. It is more quit, more refine and modern than the RS3. Cruising on the highway i managed 8,1L/100km with the eco pro thingy and the gear just coasts as soon as it can reading the GPS information about the road, it is just high tech. The DSG on the Audi is good, but not as smooth in town as the ZF. I drove the M2 and it is mind blowing, but for everyday use the M135 is your car.. And people, stop crying about the 4WD, you can buy it with the xdrive, and it is amazing. And yes you can go sideways!

[@mrkruger5108]

Ako Zengna How is the xdrive from bmw compared to quattro. Which awd do you prefer?

[@kylemandt527]

Real AWD is always better then Haldex AWD(RS3 has Haldex). I have Haldex and it is good enough but I wish I had real full time AWD like in xDrive, real Quattro, Subies and the such.

[@akozengna]

The xdrive is on another level. both are super stabil, but the xdrive is more fun, real easy to oversteer in snow (Sweden) in sport+. The Audi doesn't really want to oversteer, it just point and accelerate..

[@GTRuppsala]

Ako Zengna I bought an m135 last week, I'm from Uppsala Sweden, it should be nice talking to you...

[@TheTranfan]

This is very good to know. I'm looking to buy one of those 2 cars.

[@iantownsend5480]

People are forgetting the Audi is a RS product & the bmw is a sub M

[@t2097at]

+Ian Townsend ...i wonderd if I'am the only one who noticed that. I've compared these cars, before ordering the m135i xdrive. there was a massive difference of ca. 15.000 € in austria. The RS3 is good, but it feels old, heavy, hard...and isn't the right car vor every day use.

[@OGSiX33]

+Ian Townsend Who's "forgetting" that? Chris explained that in great detail.

[@t2097at]

Every Audi owner ;)

[@deepbluepete1193]

+t2097at Hahahaha...YUP! ;-D

[@ChromeDonutGaming]

t2097at either way the rs3 engine has the head of a lambo

[@rollintroll]

After having just ordered the last of the M140i's a week before BMW stopped taking build orders, I had to come back and pay homage to this video that started it for many. I am just thankful that in 2019, I am lucky enough to taste this once in a generation gem of a bargain. Cannot wait.

[@SlowJoe76]

Why am I not surprised at the BMW is a better driving car

[@DassRoc]

because everyone has a dick up their arse when it comes to rear wheel drive

[@szymondziedzia4468]

DassRoc because its a proper wheel drive, awd is acceptable also (only the permanent one) but im sorry fwd belongs in shitboxes

[@pzeus11]

Simply accelerate on a small curve without breaking until the very end of the curve, then one understands why a BMW is better than an Audi. It does not mean Audi is shit, but here are their limits..

[@DassRoc]

@@szymondziedzia4468 hence why BMW has plans for it right? lmao

[@-daniss-4788]

Jose Audi is the beast

[@60degreev12]

This is what I call a review. Full of *relevant* detail and great no-b.s., to the point delivery. I can watch a review by Chris Harris and mostly feel like I just took advantage of a no-limits, 6 hour test drive. I'm thankful guys like Chris Harris and this show exist. Now if I can be rich enough to first buy all the cars I want (and modify them appropriately) and get them reviewed by this show. :-)

[@dellorto33]

Great review! Good stuff for driving enthusiasts. I'm not a fan of BMWs but I can feel the pleasure he's getting from it as opposed to the 4wd machine. Also addressed the key point for anyone that loves to drive, open diff.

[@Bmwguy2011]

I was an Audi guy but after getting accustomed to bmw’s legendary In-line 6 there was no turning back. The 2 s4’s I had were phenomenal performers with the v6 twin turbo. But every seal, gasket and bushing needed replacing on either at around 130,000. We are talking like $8000 for a $11,000 car. I sold them and went Bmw n52 and frankly have had far less issues.

[@alanderson9711]

After a year our BMW 135M conv. Has become the favorite. Streets or freeways, this little rocketship never fails. From ramp speed to 80 with a beautiful growl I'm always amazed at being so invisible. Small and Un-noticed it's like driving around in a Vulcan Bird of Prey in Stealth Mode.

[@jameswhite1910]

"Bird of Prey in Stealth Mode" - That is EXACTLY what it feels like :-D Keep out of sport mode and it is so quiet nobody even sees you... until you pass them.

[@ONEKristaps]

Hey Chris, I just wanted to say thank You for your work on showing proper car tests. I'm just fan of cars and You rock!

[@adrianbunyard6015]

I bought a used high spec 135i because of this review... Its bloody awsome. Very fast, sounds amazing, actually not too awful on fuel and quite comfortable. My only complaint is I wish bmw would of made it look just slightly more special than the standard 1 series. That is the only complaint though. I drove an rs3 and it was really good but the bmw just makes you smile with its straight six screaming away. Just great.

[@niklasmo-rhe9738]

But look at the positive site of it looking similar to a regular 1series: you won’t get stopped by the cops too often. At least that’s my experience

[@mikehudson77]

Great review. Fallen in love with the 1 series

[@Monstero5o]

Chris, i love all your reviews. COuld listen to your reviews all day man. Good work!

[@princepietrom]

Great review as always Mr. Harris

[@scottmainwaring6517]

Awesome review!

[@eeThial5]

Wow, that was a really great review! Thanks. :)

[@6noughts]

Great review Chris. Look forward to seeing you on Top Gear again!

[@gunnarelisigurjonsson2587]

That chicane said it all. But was always worried about the bmw in snow

[@moviebod]

Such a good review (as ever) I wish you would do a review of the Chrysler 300 SRT which is the other car on my next car list of two (the M135i being the other). Thanks Chris.

[@garyrobinson7128]

Fantastic review thank you!

[@johnevans6474]

I never tire of watching this road test..........loved my 135i

[@boberrito]

Great in depth comparison from Harris as always. I almost feel like I've just driven the cars myself!

[@jameswingrove7421]

All I'd like to see now, is a review for the new M140i. I know there won't be a massive difference, but I'm keen to see what improvements BMW has made. Mostly because I'm coming to the end of my apprenticeship, and want a nice hot hatch to celebrate, the M140i being at the top of the list.

[@baileymarsden8966]

James Wingrove did you get one pal?

[@jimmyhayers]

I got a 16 plate M135i manual a month ago (replacing a 1.6 diesel Focus), I absolutely love it.

[@tayyebshabir177]

Good review Chris, thanks.

[@DjNikGnashers]

This was one of the reviews which convinced me the M140i was the one for me. I haven't looked back since I bought it, well, only to see the cars I have just gapped.

[@AnonymousAndy2]

I agree with you 100%. Love my M140i

[@timkilvert3955]

Me to love my 140 practical, fast and cool

[@9soo]

Audi , the king of understeering.

[@Markanaldo]

bmw the queen for going sideways looking for grip

[@szymondziedzia4468]

@@Markanaldo yea thats a lot better than understeering, and a lot more fun

[@JeromeHattKronen1664]

yep, just put a decent set of tyres on the front axle for the audi.

[@stefanpetrov8]

@No you Nope. You can make an oversteery car understeer, but you can't make an understeery car oversteer if your life depended on it. I wonder why racing cars (such as F1 and GT3) use RWD... hmmm, that's a bit of a conundrum eh?

[@stefanpetrov8]

@No you F1 is mid engined you fuckwit. Every other GT3 car apart from the Porsche is either front or mid engined. The AMG GT dominated the Blancpain series a while back. Are you on crack or are you just braindead? Learn the difference between RWD and rear-engined. The fact the engine is the back has nothing to do with them being faster. They're faster because the front wheels don't have to both provide thrust and turn at the same time like they do with FWD cars. Fucking muppet.

[@Boz1211111]

Realy good review. Thank you

[@chrissorreda4982]

3 kinds of enthusiasts: the one who wants to be the fastest, the one who wants to look the best, and the one that loves the drive. The S3 will attract the ones who want to be the fastest in the real world/straight line, M135i for the ones that love the drive, and the one who wants to look the best will go the stance route. Personally, I'm the M135i kind.

[@HondaSkyline369]

Great review Chris! It goes to show once again that even if a car looks better on paper, nothing can compare to how it drives, the feeling that all car lovers enjoy, fun. Straight 6 engine up front, RWD, that's the way mother nature intended. Also the BMW sounds excellent.

[@xxxreptilianxxx]

Thing is the wheel-horsepower is probably actually greater for the BMW because of the RWD drivetrain loss vs the AWD drivetrain loss.

[@3wheels3]

Great review and bang on with summary. M135i is great dual purpose road/track car. Looking forward to doing some more vids from trackdays this year...think it'll surprise quite a few on track! PS Love your vids Chris Harris :-)

[@jason_okmostly_vayda_livin7200]

...Fight Club-esque background music,well done

[@MrMrMaran]

I don't get the audi a3/rs3, is it a hatchback or wagon?

[@davisdunlap7560]

MrMrMaran They're kinda the same thing, these days. Conventionally, a hatchback has 3 doors and a station wagon has 5, so you can think of a wagon as being based on a sedan and a hatchback as being based on a coupe, both with a hatched truck instead of the tradition trunklid.

[@op_vox]

That is why i bought the m135i :) In the corners wohoo! Pure Fun

[@chris14091975]

Great review Chris, exactly how I saw it.

[@thanasisconstantinou7442]

well done Mr Harris, a damn good, hot hatch comparison.Audi RS3 has the power but BMW is a real driver's car.

[@neil5242]

Except if you watch the video, the Beemer beats it in a straight line too. Granted, the Audi is quicker to 30, but that's about it.

[@simonz5002]

@@neil5242go ahead and tune that 5 cylinder and see which one has more power. RS3s are capable of reaching over 1000hp if tuned right. 5 cylinder also sounds a million times better.

[@CiscoPhipse]

Brilliant Review!! Chris should be on top gear, a REAL enthusiast. Changed my mind completely about the Audi, it just looks nice.

[@larsveldman2374]

Do you regret saying this?

[@travisfs7526]

Luuk Ska he is the best thing to happen to top gear

[@apelix1]

very nice and complex reviews !

[@DannyBoyCFC]

Excellent review

[@mczaf]

love to see the 2015 rs3 vs 135

[@Markus666661]

why do you compare the old model of the audi rs3 with the NEW of the bmw 135i ?!

[@chriss2246]

he has already answered your question in the video!! O.o do you understand what he says? if not, then it would be a pleasure for me to translate it for you...

[@Markus666661]

ok translate pls

[@karlos0955]

Markus Meier It's clearly stated at the beginning of the video that he is aware that he is comparing an older RS3 to a new BMW but it's because it will be several years until the new model from out comes out in RS3 trim.

[@Tautusian]

why don't you listen?

[@ayansheeraz9350]

butthurt bmw lover thats why

[@all_that_gazz]

Thanks for such a cracking review. Considering I was looking at the S3 (not RS3) vs the M135i (mainly due to cost) it has become a no brainer now.

[@Jamo1098]

I watched this video years ago when it came out, and just before I bought my m135i a few weeks ago, I watched it again and if sealed the deal. What a car btw...

[@kjb8321]

I first watched this review back in early 2014 and very quickly acquired a build slot on a mineral grey M135i - still got it, longest I've ever owned a car and it still makes me smile even as a daily driver and work tool most of the time. Awesome little car and a great all rounder

[@dragospahontu]

Its a cool car but 5cyl is interesting

[@kjb8321]

​@@dragospahontu Agreed; fantastic engine in the RS3 (especially pre-PPF)

[@Xboxlove1]

ill take both please

[@rave1051]

Another excellent review Chris.Just watched your vid wheels looks good. When's your next trackday?

[@liam4169]

/DRIVE You need to do a rs3 vs A45 AMG review, I and many other people would love to see that. Great review yet again Chris Harris. Best Co presenter on new top gear lol.

[@mmrepairsonline]

so unbiased

[@aethelsteadtheunsteady450]

The launch on Quattoro Audis is pretty damn impressive though!

[@fabianwrc158]

great review

[@achosenman9376]

I love these comments re which is better. I've got a brand new RS3 sitting on the drive. I can buy what I want within reason. I stopped buying BMW's years ago. I don't drive on the track, I drive on the road. I don't have delusions of being a racing driver. The RS3 is my everyday car. It's far easier to live with than any track tool. The same goes with bikes. Track tools are fun for an hour, but after a day in the saddle with your wrists killing you, the fun wears off fast.

[@Gk-kr5bi]

BMW always wins in mid-range gears. BM4Life!

[@jansch939]

i don't know whats wrong with you guys ?! Running around with your pink audi glasses..yes audi makes probably the best looking cars and there fast in a straight line...and yes the fast for people who don't know how to really drive, but this dude was a very good race driver. So he knows what he is speaking about. And if you really can drive and want to hit fast laps on a race track and want to have fun with the car bmw are yust the better choice !

[@neil5242]

This should be the go-to video for any Audi RS and S driver. Yes, yes- they're quick off the line, but after that, there's not much else they bring to the party; and a professional racing driver has just attested to this. Weirdly, I'm often told that fast BMWs can't handle- by fast Audi drivers. This video puts to bed the Audi RS v BMW M debate once and for all. All that power under the Audi's bonnet is useless if, every time you want to take a corner quickly, it understeers you towards the nearest wall/ hedge. Fast BMWs will, and always have been, for the drivers amongst us. If anyone wishes to disagree, get hold of both, go to the Llanberis Pass in North Wales, and report to me which is better. There is simply no contest. Fast Audis are for traffic light jockeys as that's the only place they retain the upper hand (although I suspect a similarly powered M3 Comp in 4wd would do a better job). I will never EVER sell my BMW M.

[@neil5242]

Spot on. A big engine doesn't negate Audisteer.

[@TheIrocboy]

all i went for was the adaptive m suspension, sat nav and auto gearbox. what did you have on yours? i have a lease car at the moment so i have to wait until march as the lease is not up until then. the good thing is that i will be on a uk "14" plate. how many miles do you get out of a tank? lol

[@Dgannt]

The ultimate driving machine vs the ultimate transport machine. One is for people looking for driving pleasure the other for people looking for safe transports.

[@Oraclemtx]

Hi Chris, A few pointers.. With the RS3 its best to swtich ESP off when engaging on a track, if you do this you will notice the understear you speak off isnt so apparent (im sure its mentioned in the Audi handbook!). The next thing is, sadly Audi have put dissapointing tyres on the RS3 which is a contributing factor to your experience. A must change amongst owners is to put Michelin Pilot Super Sport which provides a significant positive effect in handling and cornering. Although I love RWD personally, a 4WD car has a edge on A - B Roads.. it simply comes down to physics!

[@ivorproblem1332]

Mr Harris needs no pointers from you or any of us. He tested the cars as you buy them not what you need to do to improve them.

[@blackberrypriv3935]

+Ivor Problem yes but he tested it incorrectly with esp on whilst on the track

[@ivorproblem1332]

I very much doubt it was on when he was proper giving it some. It may have been on for some of the re takes etc. Why would a driver of his abilities require the esp on as it will hold him back.

[@csopr]

Bang on Chris. The new RS3 is unstoppable, but I love the way those 1 series Mcars drift.

[@Todd.T]

Is Chris sitting on the microphone when he is in the BMW or is that how much racket the car makes causing the mic to mute?

[@M3Conv]

Having owned an S3 previously i know exactly what Chris is saying, the best engine and fourwheel drive system in the world will never make up for the misery that is understeer. The whole point of these cars is driver and involvement and having fun, understeer will ruin your experience and there is pretty much nothing which can cure that.

[@DEVANC4VETTE]

Just watching your re-runs Chris because you aren't on /Drive this week. Re-runs better than no runs.

[@Maurice_Moss]

That bimmer sounds awesome!

[@TheIrocboy]

just ordered my m135i. 1st of march 2014. cant wait!!

[@LYNXHQ]

When the rear of the Audi squats while launching..... Looks mental, great launch control but the BMW is the better car for me. #FiestaST #DicksOutForHarambe

[@jashsdn]

This guy could actually relaunch top gear and turn it into something watchable again (my opinion).

[@jamesjmr5236]

jashsdn 🔮

[@grahameleask9334]

Errr he did...

[@antonynikolov8283]

Chris, answer this if possible - I am getting a car in 6 months, and I am looking at the BMW 123d Coupe and the Toyota GT 86. I have been driving for some time now on a track, I was a cart racer, so I want my car to be very good on track and quite practical. I want to know what you think, is the 1 series back wobbly, and can it drift controllably without a limited slip diff, with DSC off? I know the GT86 is impressive, I drove 1, but its back seats are unusable and its too low. What do U suggest

[@juraj_b]

I bought the baby brother 125i couple of weeks ago and absolutely love it. Glad didn't go with A3 Sline as wanted

[@drumnbass8]

I have a m135i and occasionally just come back to this video, and then pull a Jeremy Clarkson smug face

[@WsG7]

BMW! thank you for listening.

[@Vral92]

Nice straight 6 cylinder! Love it.

[@bastian9653]

it would have be interesting to compare xdrive 135 with rs3

[@lewispark4838]

To Audi enthusiasts in this comment session. You haven't driven both of them. Yes, i have driven it, BMW worked better for me. Yes, as you assumed i'm kind a BMW guy, but, still, BMW was much better. It has fun which audi doesn't, and Audi understeers so much. It would be great in motorway, but does it really gonna work on track or winding road? I doubt that. They could much better on this car. (I like rs6 more than m5. It sounds like angry tiger of something. And, m5 mad me disappointed. V8? I can deal with it, but it so much slower than amg or rs6. And it sounds giod but campare to amg or rs6, it not that good.) And now, recently audi put out brand new rs3. I haven't driven yet, and i'm looking forward to drive it and find out what they done.

[@lewispark4838]

Sry bout grammar mistakes. I wrote this comment with my phine, i'm not get used to it yet.

[@Osprey1994]

I love a nice hot hatch and the M135i is now runner up to replace my GTI in the future

[@etma01]

Whats in first place? Having a nightmare making this decision myself!!

[@hocly22]

Jan Aike 135? 135i BMW? ofc the GTI looks better than those, not an M135i though.

[@Osprey1994]

Golf R is currently in first place for replacing my GTI

[@sydslice]

I thinks this is favourite Harris video 🧐

[@clementcroitor]

Love this guy.. great review! Ill take them both.

[@GlossaME]

BMW all the way! And, it doesn't matter what i think, or others like many bellow think, this is his feedback on the two cars. Hate it or love it, respect his opinion!

[@JD-yh2yz]

Yep. Guys lets all be honest, he knows more about cars than probably all of us, so he is the proper man to go to if you want all the car answers ;)

[@niel19861]

I am a big Audi fan but the RS3 is overrated. I would rather get the S3 or even the normal TFSI and tune it. The new one as it is already matches the straight line performance of the current RS3 so why waste all that money.

[@77unknow77]

yes you are correct but you get let weight in the front. i got A3 8v 2.0t with IS38, intake, s3 rear brakes suspension done and is a little faster that my friend s3 tune, we got the same mod the only different is the suspension.

[@SarenaRose]

Agreed.. But the 5 pot sound is so much better than an S3

[@GarrettGiuffre]

i just want the 5 cylinder turbo. Forbidden fruit in the U.S market to recently

[@MartijnvanderHage]

Why cant You all just appreciate both cars because thy are both awesome cars from awesome car brands !!

[@donbrashsux]

Are the Bmws tail lights off a Morris Marina or similar..very stylish...

[@systemfailure101]

I am not an expert on cars, like Chris, but i think he is a bit biased on the m135i. And i don't really buy the drug race. I think it's a set up. I maybe wrong of course, but i have heard ssooo many times chris praising the bmw, that he is either on the money, or, it's suspicious.

[@user-un7ex4iw7m]

Why dou think that drag race was suspicious?

[@TheFlyingClutchman]

Or maybe hes praising the BMW because it's actually better

[@markb3480]

Personally felt frustrated when I first got the 8p rs3 on castle Combe circuit to compare it against a 8v s3 and a modified golf r All were making the same power to weight ratio and the only thing I could say about the rs3 in a positive way is that it can launch very well. And that’s it. The s3 is a similar feel to the rs3 but it’s not as frustrating to drive fast and the golf r is a much better car in every way. But if I was in the market for a fast capable car of this kind I’d get the m135i all day long. In fact I have had 3 of them myself

[@devonutopia]

Pleased to find this video with Chris driving my car I only bought a few months ago. Mine has been played with to just over 500hp and I feel is a nice machine, but a lot of what Chris says is so true!

[@staggabob]

Can any M135i owners explain how he's adjusting those settings @7:12? Because in 2 years I've never found those options. Yes, I have adaptive! (I'm just reading a forum thread about it- it seems odd that it's so well hidden)

[@sterlo53ify]

good on you Harris you just prove audi are shit track racing car. you prove bmw is more fun to drive and beats audi rs3 at top end

[@tyhutson6558]

I just wish the rs3 sportback was available in the U.S. :(

[@mofine23]

+Ty Hutson just import it

[@SparkySlow]

and expect to pay 10k more because UE you lucky bastards have cheap cars

[@mofine23]

with respect Europe makes the best cars. bragging and pride aside

[@ninobrown3221]

I'm a german and for me the sedan is looking much better. Krazy

[@passe719]

Have you used the launch control in the M135i at the start of the drag race? I could not identify it in the video

[@redarmy1778]

not sure if this m135i has launch control, m135i dint get LC till summer 2013 and the improved n55 with 322 bhp, the m135i in this video is the 315 bhp engine

[@amadeuszjacobs7095]

witch tyres are you using on both cars?

[@LoochMindReader]

Wonderfully biased review by a BMW fan. A simple switch of tyres so both cars are running the MPS rubber reduces the RS3's understeer by 90%. Audi got it very wrong opting for the Continental tyres.

[@godzillaisnuclea123]

+Looch Mind Reader Chris harris owns an audi

[@LoochMindReader]

+Salar Hajireza The first thing that 8P RS3 owners do is change from Continentals to MPS or F1's... It's a well known fact if you have one

[@rafaellastracom6411]

LSD differential is a must at that price. Nevertheless, the BMW looks good.

[@saucysimpson259]

Doesnt need one at all

[@hellobooom]

it does, but it's not that expensive to install.

[@paulmistro94]

looks good:/ this is the ugliest yet best hatch back on the road

[@TheIrocboy]

sounds great. mine comes with leather and xenons as standard, could not go back to a non xenon car. do you feel like you need to floor it every time you drive it? i have had no points on my license for the 11 years i have been driving, but i can see that changing! ha ha

[@djfld2394]

The only thing that lets the 135i down for me is no xdrive. Was it even available on UK cars? With xdrive that would of beaten the RS3's 0-60 time. I have an A3 Quattro and looking to get an xdrive 1 series because the Haldex Quattro is disappointing. It understeers a lot and can only shift up to 50% of the power to the rear axle and is 95% fwd bias

[@jacobwarren3023]

although he beamer is ugly, i wouldn't say the rs3 is beautiful. the rs3 is a bit faster but for 10k less you can have a much better drivers car

[@bwilliamblock]

The bmw sounds proper!