Is the 8Y RS3 Worth the Hype? | An Enthusiast Review

[@ecstuning]

What do you think of the 8Y RS3? Let us know in the comments!

[@TheMostSmokeCrew]

I bought one, I love it. Great review, more 8Y RS3 content please.

[@ecstuning]

We may have something BIG in the works 👀

[@luciussander8217]

People who love it own one, people who hate on it, don't own one. Simple really. Had my RS3 8Y 18 months from new. Tango Red sportback, full carbon exterior, ceramic brakes, 180mph top speed... love it. Soon ordering an 8Y facelift, just trying to decided what colour, probably Goodwood Green :-)

[@RS3_JAY]

I just got my 2024 8y rs3 2 months ago and I’m loving it especially after I installed the ECS intake, exhaust. Oil catch can and Intercooler with the carbon fiber charge pipes.

[@ecstuning]

We're glad you're loving your 8Y!

[@Daveyboy_RS3]

I was wondering how you like your ECS intake. Did you get the closed or open set up? I recently purchased the open setup, but I do have some concerns about the internal air temperatures getting a little high. At least in the summertime. How have you been liking yours? Thanks

[@RS3_JAY]

@ I like it, in my opinion I get just enough intake noises. I’m not a fan of all the swooshing noise from the open intake but that’s just my preference.

[@Daveyboy_RS3]

@RS3_JAY I Also don't need all the whooshing, especially when letting off throttle, but I do like some turbo spool up sounds. So did you end up getting the open carbon fiber luft-Teknic intake or the closed one with the giant carbon fiber lid?

[@Daveyboy_RS3]

@@RS3_JAY I actually bought the open ECS intake from someone who only used it for a month or two and got it for about half price so that's why I grabbed it. I spoke to ECS and ultimately if I wanted to it's about $300 to get the large carbon fiber lid and pieces to turn it into the closed setup If I find it to be a little too loud or that the temperatures are getting a little higher than I prefer

[@UtubeRage]

Unitronic keeps teasing a release for a tune early 2025

[@vindevhunta4905]

A good looking pocket rocket 🚀 The price for vehicles these days 😮😮

[@EddieRicks-i8v]

I have driven many Audi models and own 5 of them over the years and ℹ recently had a a3 as a loaner and it was a joy to drive and having only 200hp was enough for me but having 400 hp would be really nice 😂. You can buy a ttrs used with the same motor and that would be the one to modify for sure 😊

[@speeddemonRS3]

@@EddieRicks-i8v It definitely puts you back in your seat, and it actually has more horsepower than advertised!😄

[@docwyte]

I wish Audi would bring this over in Sportbak configuration like everywhere else on the planet. I need the flexibility of a hatchback and would buy one if available

[@waldemarrivera2017]

Amazing build and such a beautiful car! I’ll be enjoying my a3 for a bit until I can afford something like that 😅

[@ecstuning]

The A3 is still a great car too!

[@jessemartinez395]

getting tempted to trade in my 8V A3 for an 8Y RS3. It just looks sexy, hoping the markups disappear on them.

[@Mrbobcat7]

Why would anyone pay markups on any car? I would just order one the way I liked and pay sticker at most. My past two cars I paid invoice plus 0% int. Of course that was Ford and Dodge.

[@user-rb1yf4he9q]

I like the 5 cylinder. Great sound and plenty of torque. I have had 3 B5 S4s and miss the “ grunt” of the 2.7.

[@sselway100]

I really wanted to buy the 8Y RS3 when I was in the market 6 months ago. No real option for tuning *yet* pushed me toward a 24 Golf R. Paid $51k out the door so I can at least say I "saved" myself $20k. With how gorgeous the 2025's look, god help my bank account if unitronic or whomever figures out an easy way to tune the 8Y. I'm sure I'd jump ship from VW.

[@thenewvirus6855]

Might wanna cut out 10:22, both 8V and 8Y make 400hp stock. Unless you count 1hp lol

[@speeddemonRS3]

Quite a bit more torque tho, and much better power delivery and less lag!!

[@LivinwithPat]

Can y’all do a a4 to rs4 mode conversion pls

[@LivinwithPat]

Talk should go to route and compare the pre lci 2021-2024 rs3 vs the 3025 rs3, vs the 8p & 8v rs3

[@LivinwithPat]

Can’t wait for the 2025 rs3

[@Daveyboy_RS3]

Are you guys running the ECS tuning flush kit on the car in the video? 15 mm spacers all around with the KW height adjustable springs? I also just purchased the KW HAS And I definitely don't want to rub, in no situation. And I was concerned that 15 mm in the rear might rub a little.

[@Itwasntalieitwastrueinmymind]

My favourite thing about ECS is how they won’t return emails. Just buy our products & don’t ask questions! Better yet buy 6 similar parts to ensure one works & then we’ll give you a hard time with returns ❤️

[@dsmkid5671]

15:00 Rolling Antilag? On JB4? Explain more please.

[@KevinUrban-u1z]

Whay does the front end look totaled ? Is the grille supposed to look like like that ?

[@Daveyboy_RS3]

Well I can tell you that despite your opinions, every single person that I've ever come across compliments the car. In fact they will always specifically mention how they love the front end. Especially with the Black optics package. Which I have

[@LivinwithPat]

Is the rs3 exhaust good or customize it without the Audi factory exhaust

[@ecstuning]

Our valved exhaust system works with the factory valving system, making it an ideal OEM+ upgrade!

[@bobbydwheelhouse]

RS3 Cuzzzie

[@Daveyboy_RS3]

I just got the ECS tuning CF intake, but I got the open model. Is it possible to purchase the carbon fiber cover to make it a full closed set up like in the video?

[@ecstuning]

We do not sell the covers separately. However, you can call our sales team and they will be able to get that product for you without purchasing the entire intake system again. Just let them know you spoke with us and it was ok'd... 330-331-2003

[@Daveyboy_RS3]

Just ordered the ECS Luft-teknik intake. Probably not going to tune it. Should I even bother with the inlet if I'm not tuning it?

[@ecstuning]

The inlet still helps to improve flow, we have it installed on this vehicle and this is also not tuned.

[@Daveyboy_RS3]

@ecstuning Good to hear, I ordered the 4-in inlet from ECS. Definitely won't hurt. Maybe I'll add the racing line PCM And I think the larger 4-in inlet should play a part in helping feed air to the turbo with the extra boost.

[@LivinwithPat]

What’s top speed without rev limiter / governor

[@luciussander8217]

180mph on my RS 8Y

[@LivinwithPat]

Compare the 8p 8v 8y rs3 pls

[@Shoffty]

I'll take the looks of the 8Y over the 8V any day!

[@aidencoder]

8V DAZA or gtfo

[@deutschhhhh6922]

Hope you have eye insurance

[@RichLion]

@@aidencoder Yes, the DAZA is the pinnacle of the RS3 engine.

[@speeddemonRS3]

💯

[@speeddemonRS3]

​@@deutschhhhh6922You can't afford either so what does it matter brokie 😂

[@ralgod9022]

Theoretically go drifting ? 😄 I guess you haven't seen Hank Iroz drifting the crap out these cars 😆

[@deepydeeps]

does the intercooler allow for the front crash bar to stay in place?

[@ecstuning]

Yes it does! There is no permanent modification involved when it comes to installing our intercooler!

[@LivinwithPat]

8y s3 is the baby rs3 imo

[@Daveyboy_RS3]

Well yeah okay. Interesting comment. I guess the A3 would be the baby to the S3, and the S3 would be the baby to the RS3, and the RS3 would be the baby brother to the R8. But as a previous golf R (S3 hatch) owner, the RS3 is nothing like an S3 or Golf R. The engine in the RS3 is a completely different beast. The sound, the acceleration, the way it handles with It's trick torque vectoring diffs, the giant brakes, the experiences night and day. Whereas the difference between the A3 and the S3 is far more similar.

[@ash-d7o]

same engine that was introduced in the facelift 8v (DAZA) in 2017/18 but with added OPF filters and detuned Cams to meet emissions, so why would you spend the extra instead of just getting a DAZA 8V and spending the difference on tuning?

[@RichLion]

Further to this, on the DNWA/DNWC engines, the oil pump is also now variable pressure for emissions which arguably could be observed as less than ideal. This can be seen in the logs.

[@summerholiday2]

For the torque vectoring trans. For a newer interior. For better tech. There’s lots of reasons beyond just speed.

[@ash-d7o]

@@summerholiday2 lot of money for a different shell around a restricted version of the same engine.

[@speeddemonRS3]

​@ash-d7oCompletely different cars and I've owned both generations! 8y is 5x better 😅

[@ash-d7o]

@@speeddemonRS3 5x?? what part is 5 times better than a DAZA engined car?

[@danny2607]

If i didnt need a manual and prefer hatchbacks an RS3 would be in my garage.

[@aaronlive1541]

Torque splitter

[@ZeroFoxENT]

I just really wish these came with a manual. i really do not enjoy the dct experience.

[@RichLion]

On the 8Y it sucks, but on the 8V as least you have a decent shifter to up/down gears instead of just the paddles on the 8Y.

[@ZeroFoxENT]

@RichLion Agreed. I don't need an 800hp track car. So a manual would really enhance the driving experience for an old dinosaur like myself.

[@randy_C44]

Reality check: None of the U.S. RS3 is tunable. APR say they are working on it but I just dont see it coming. There are no bolt in roll cage, and it is a pain in the a$$ to buy aftermarket mods because no one makes them. I have a 24 RS3, it is a decent daily drive, but just not hardcore enough.

[@aidencoder]

I have a 2018 8V saloon. I just don't see a compelling reason for the 8Y. I also think the looks of the 8Y are worse. The interior quality is worse. The exhaust tips are bumper mounted. The whole thing makes less and less sense the more you look at it. The 8V is up there for me with the B7 RS4 in terms of longevity. The 8Y just doesn't do it for me. Meh, everyone's different.

[@summerholiday2]

I love this feedback. I think the 8Y looks like the video game version of the 8V and I can very easily see how some people like or dislike it! For me, it’s hot 😂

[@speeddemonRS3]

I've owned 8v than 8y for a year now and it's 10x better except for sound!😅

[@PacMan790]

If you are buying new, do you think the 8Y RS3 is worth the extra $20k+ over a MK8 R?

[@andybidochka9193]

i have a 2024 rs3 for a year now. i paid 72 out the door. golf r new will be 60k out the door. a 12k diff rs3 and its not even close. just put a awe track exhaust on and god damn its good.

[@PacMan790]

@ IDK about that. I have a 2024 MK8 R DSG and I paid $51k out the door. I guess it depends on where you live. $60k for a Golf R is egregious.

[@andybidochka9193]

@@PacMan790 yea just my experience im including the mark ups

[@DHC8100]

Very simple…YUP. Owned both, both amazing, however RS3 is worth the extra.

[@Daveyboy_RS3]

Got my fully loaded 24 RS3 for almost 6K under MSRP. Two dealers in Florida were willing to do that. So it ended up being $66,000. Whereas Golf R is upwards of 58,000 loaded. Obvious choice

[@scottrobertson307]

I love Audi but no more manual and way over priced I’ll stick with my Golf R

[@jamalhill2470]

In 5 years it’s gonna be all electric 😂😂

[@cammgt3rs370]

So this thing is eventually going to beat 2500 hp Lambos and 3500 whp GTRs 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂.

[@KevinUrban-u1z]

Not with that hideous grille. Wtf Audi ? The 8V looks so much better.

[@bokiNYC]

Yea, that's the only reason I got my 8Y in mythos black - looks much better when all black. 👍

[@dB_944]

No manual, no go. Shame Audi!!

[@gureno19]

Brother...they haven't had a manual on the RS3 for 10 years 😂

[@dB_944]

@ So what? They’ve never had a manual RS3 here in the US. Only the TTRS. Bring back manuals Audi! 2008 was the last year for a manual Avant. If you want a newer one, you have to swap it yourself.

[@dB_944]

@@gureno19 Also: Their loss!!

[@speeddemonRS3]

​@@dB_944Your loss since you won't own one however 😂

[@cammgt3rs370]

You will never feel the powa of a turbo 5 cylinder

[@hulk-mh4ol]

it doesn't sound good

[@david-89-shikha]

Thank you from georgia for help AKEBSTAR