New Audi S3 Review - Is this nearly R1million hot hatch worth it, or should you wait for the RS3?

[@NotYoAverageJoe]

There is a serious price problem with cars lately.

[@NotYoAverageJoe]

@@EqazeHQ ag baie geluk hoor.

[@EqazeHQ]

@@NotYoAverageJoe what

[@JustifyJustin]

@@EqazeHQ He said ' Well done to you *Slow clap* '

[@Hankblue]

@@EqazeHQ Only 4? If you'd decided to buy your fleet of new cars 5 years ago you'd have gotten 7 instead.

[@EqazeHQ]

@@Hankblue they wouldn’t be new if I got them 5 years ago Einstein

[@ftzondi5140]

I prefer the previous generation in terms of the looks. This looks like a bigger A1 and those fake vents at the back don't look great. Seats are great

[@flyingbear_fpv9291]

Yeah agree about those vents, at least on this color. On white, arrow grey, daytona grey and black it looks good. Not agree with "looks like a bigger A1", all audi's have the same looks. The sedan looks like a small A4, the A4 looks like a small A6 etc... normal 🙂

[@munzakamukwamba8465]

Heavy shoutout to the cinematography in this video

[@therambler3713]

Nearly a million for a hot-hatch???. That's insane.

[@SuperAspari]

The only type of person I see buying these cars are posers who aren’t authentic car enthusiasts... and it’s so sad because I remember how my heart used to jump at the thought of getting into a gen 1 S3...wow that car was epic

[@mvunipulengderrick]

Hallow!!!! It is exorbitant for a Hatchback. Jah!! Volkswagen took over the Skoda which is very cheap in the UK with the VW engine and very good looking. If you cannot afford the VW you have an option to buy a Skoda which is very good. I wish VW gives South Africans that option because VW cars are very expensive.

[@lasanheironagringa7846]

Let alone the fact they are being very cheap lately. For instance, in the previous generation, we could not see the bare body paint of the car on the A, B, and C pillars like we can on that new one.

[@tman1591]

😂 VW won't send those skodas our way, or they can somar close shope

[@farzana6676]

Prices of new cars are gone outrageous in the last 5 years. You could buy an S3 for R500k in South Africa a few years ago.

[@nikheilsingh8096]

The production value on this video is 🔥🔥🔥

[@deanpetzer6030]

Another great car review, straight talk without glossing over the hefty price tag. I agree 100% with your comments, still seriously considering buying one though!

[@davidniyi2483]

Get a mk 8 golf R. More power not to mention better all wheel drive system drift mode.

[@sizweshongwe331]

Go for it.

[@kmotch]

I ordered an s3 vorsprung in July and it ain’t coming until March 2022…I’d recommend you get a deposit down asap.

[@pcxdbg6668]

"Opening my microwave is a bit more exciting than changing gears in the Audi" that got me rolling 😂😂😂😂💔

[@SKPainify]

It's funny coz it's true!

[@pcxdbg6668]

@@SKPainify very true 😂😂😂😂

[@alessandrofaxelhas6628]

I literally looked back at my microwave and was totally in agreement with him🤣

[@sizweshongwe331]

That Line slaps

[@KingThabiso]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@robstone4537]

I have this on my short list in Australia. Price is $80k (Australian) for a pretty much fully loaded version - only thing not standard is the memory seats and mirrors, colour HUD and LED headlights. Even with Australia’s excessive luxury car tax (designed to protect a local car industry that no longer exists) that still WAY less than R1 million.

[@mvubu6823]

And there is no car industry to protect in Oz.... nuts. We have straight up import tax of 40%

[@frierbrandon1]

So the extras can almost pay for a decent polo vivo 🤔😅 so it costs like the price of 4 or 5 polo's

[@tkburn1439]

Except that a popo is still a popo

[@richardohaletse7396]

New cars are ridiculously expensive... 7.5 GTi or R still does it for me, I'd even look for a low mileage M140i if in the market for fast hatchback. Stupid expensive options on this Audi S3, BS

[@tsaki_titan]

Bruhh!! Not to mention these new cars sound poes shit!! They have a serious horrible sounding engine that gives me aneurysms everytime.🤮🤮

[@kevingainewe4542]

Speak on it....I'm an Audi fanboy but sheesh I feel this overpriced...better of getting a pre-owned 2017/2018 or 2019 if you lucky model S3 with low mileage...

[@tshepo7953]

I'm a huge Audi fanatic but would definitely not buy it at this price tag. Some of the extras you pay for come standard in cheaper cars.

[@kelvin_thecarguy]

Car manufacturers are milking consumers by slapping "performance car" badges on the cars. In my opinion, it should be within the 600k-750k range not the ridiculous price they're selling it for

[@yamjangubo]

The cinematography is insane on this video!

[@nyashaterencemutemi]

Its a performance hot hatchback , but at that price, there are other more sensible options that one can go for beyond the thrilling experience of owning a hot hatchback… the Amarok V6, or even some SUV. I wouldn’t spend that much for an Audi S3

[@jasonMB999]

Yeah it's a tiny car, not many grown men would want to buy it unless they can get it cheap as a budget car.

[@jamesbentham9904]

Has this video only been watched in South Africa? Because I bought one of these (I live in England) for £39,000 which is an absolute bargain for the level of performance. I’ve timed 0-60mph several times with a dragy with the worst time being 4.2 and the best 3.9.

[@malligrub]

Not sure if the current year has been a big step up or not, but it looks the same to me. These car guys are delusional from driving all these exotic cars and then being very harsh on cars like this S3. it is levels above the golf R in materials, design and build, and is a great drive with very sharp steering, beautiful brakes and amazing handling around corners with a nice little engine burble too - not amazing like the 5 cylinder RS3 but still quite nice. And it's not even the Glof R competitor - it's the GTI competitor and mops the floor with that in every respect. The RS3 is the full fat balls to the wall version, not this. There is almost nothing bad to say about this car except the cost of options which should all be standard at this price.

[@cyprianmulenga9540]

No, thanks I would look to buy an previous gen RS7 with something like 70000km and I would happy with that.

[@jldp24]

With 70k on the clock...you mad..Scotty Kilmer would label that a money pit of epic proportions

[@Neevarshan_Naicker]

I loved the review but the car Mehh. The price really hideously expensive. I rather buy a Toyota Supra or my favorite little hatchback out of every single hatchback out there... The Toyota GR Yaris!

[@SKPainify]

Weeb

[@ciankeulder802]

So youd buy a slower car?and a more impractical car?

[@Neevarshan_Naicker]

@@ciankeulder802 Yes. It's a way more fun car to drive, and for me a hot hatch is about fun not practicality. Or if you want practicality and Fun then the Honda civic type R is the car. But ultimately the Gr Yaris is the hatch for me

[@thobekanikhoza4038]

I think its socially accepted that this Audi sits on the same podium as the Golf R, in SA, people, at least in my community tend or seem to respect or admire Golf R more and more as an ultimate hot- hatchback

[@MasterAppels]

The last R and the current one look amazing tbf

[@alexroberts1801]

Used Porsche Cayman GTS from Porsche with motorplan for the same price? The value in the second hand market is just to much better.

[@TheNakea]

Much better than golf 8

[@beesteadyproductions]

Wow wow wow! What a step-up in the colour grading and cinematics - well done guys, REALLY stepping it up

[@TorqueDriven]

_You have nailed this review._ Especially with the costs breakdown. Great Video mate!

[@takeitforadrive]

Great review. Most other reviewers are praising Audi for sticking to what they know in regards to building a solid performance hatch, and Audi not trying to be something else. The problem is that for R1m nowadays there are not many options in SA that offers similar performance. Personally I would just buy a GR Yaris and save R400k.

[@juliuskona3299]

Buy a GR Yaris? come on bro, that is the most impractical car I have ever seen especially for how much it costs.

[@duzisparkz]

@@juliuskona3299 tf wdym

[@juliuskona3299]

@@duzisparkz That is just an overpriced tiny car. Tell me what you wanna do with it.

[@duzisparkz]

@@juliuskona3299 overpriced tiny car? Oh you mean the s3. 200kw, massive turbo, lightweight, fun to drive (have experienced irl) a rally car for the streets, hah. And its a toyota. Dont even get me started on its handling, and it has a manual gbox. Your point is irrelevant bro

[@juliuskona3299]

@@duzisparkz I'm not denying the fact that he s3 is overpriced. The GR Yaros is also overpriced and they not even selling that well in South Africa. R600k for a tiny GR Yaris no way.

[@AR-fw5bn]

Not an Audi fan but on Autotrader there is an Audi s3 for 898 000 whilst a golf 8 GTI is 899 000, there is just no comparison. Can't really complain about Audi pricing if a fwd GTI is slightly more.

[@atobee2595]

Pricing is absolutely ridiculous!

[@kgothatsotlhabadira6290]

Can we be honest, the last generation Golf R/S3/RS3 are peak VW hatchback heaven...these new cars are YAWN, trick headlights or more screens in the cabin won't hide how boring these new cars are...they do look good but they pale in comparison to the last generation of cars...and they're wayyy too expensive for what they are!!!

[@SKPainify]

How does this channel not have a million subs?

[@karabohlabana4701]

To be honest, I have a 228kw S3 and does 0-100km's in 4.6 seconds, this is a serious downgrade. The only nice thing is the interior and exterior. The previous generation still stands for me and I won't trade it for the new one. The new one won't be as exiting as the previous generation 228kw

[@jasdreamcatcher668]

On car wow they compared the new s3 and old not much difference..not worth upgrading to the new s3.

[@ratlhaa]

They should have dropped weight a bit

[@Mfundo]

Love the reviews but please invest in a better mic. The background road noise made it hard to focus on the review.

[@nhlanhlaradebe8]

He superbly audible than most youtube reviews from international channels. I don't have problem. It is boring to listen to a voice over and not hear the actual sound of car's engine.

[@burgerzz1467]

I drive a Audi S3 228kw. I dont think I'll ever upgrade (downgrade) to this. RS3 is the way to go. With just under 300kw and 3.8 seconds 0 to 100. Apparently its the fastest hot hatch in the world. Beating the Mercedes-Benz A45s. But price should be around R1.5 million next year.

[@phenamenol]

Sir this is a luxury car … if you need a car that is more “Sports like “ get the golf R ….

[@TehMr]

This type of car In this class (Golf GTI,R,BMW M135i, A35,A45) isn’t for pure performance fans but rather a status symbol for young executives and youthful people.

[@arslanalam4325]

Beautiful review 😍, fpv drone shots are amazing

[@carcrazyguysa4059]

Having driven both which would you guys prefer the Golf 8 GTI or S3?

[@lavaughnsullaphen6463]

Drone footage is crazy awesome

[@reabetswethipe2190]

Could buy 2 fully loaded Haval Jolion's and a Polo Vivo and still have change to fill all 3 cars up to full tank😂

[@wernergolombick1553]

Good review ! Fully agree, price is way off ?

[@leroypakade1312]

Who's buying these new cars, coz it's not worth it compared to old modules and from an affordable point where is these prices hiking to, would be nice to see how much vw spend making these cars

[@phedishonchabeleng9422]

Glad I'm not the only one on the gear knob

[@John_code]

Prices of Hatches and Bakkies are really getting out of hand

[@mlulekideandladla]

General Cars in South Africa

[@ernest7420]

Who would have thought a mere hilux would cost R900 Thousand

[@carcrazyguysa4059]

The prices of all cars are getting out of hand making it more and more impossible for the average person to buy

[@John_code]

@@ernest7420 I like hilux but that's is pure rip off for a bakkie

[@KingThabiso]

Getting out of hand???? I think you mean OUT OF BLOODY HAND ALREADY!!

[@YusufGinnah]

I think we've already popped the cherry on that _Million Rand Hatchback_ with the A45... 😆🤣👍🏼

[@CiroDeSiena]

Good point!

[@lesliecnreddy2618]

Please review the standard A3. Really looking forward to that.

[@dominiquegaming7789]

Sedan looks much prettier in my opinion, either than that golf 8R would do

[@imadsouissi]

The nicest introduction ever ❤

[@yusufmoola3869]

Love this guy's humor

[@straighttalk-q3e]

U telling me when I upgrade my 228kw s3.. il actually be down grading.. BMW please give me a call.

[@ad_2211]

The engine covers in both the new S3 and Golf R are a disgrace for that price.

[@RRSmurf]

So are you saying that if the engine covers were of a better quality plastic, the price would be justified?

[@jacqueshavenga4145]

Jip, tooooo much Tupperware underneath the bonnet these days...

[@ad_2211]

@@RRSmurf no I’m just saying it looks cheap probably amongst other things for a small luxury saloon, I have owned both the previous gen S3 and RS3 and if you’re a performance enthusiast you value a nicely branded cover for that price tag.

[@comics-on]

A 2017 Lexus LC 500 with 5000km is R1.3 million on AutoTrader. If you can spend R1 million on an Audi hatchback, you can spare a few extra 100k to get a car worth the money.

[@tiisetsohlatshwayo536]

I hate that tiny gear selector knob as well it was more exciting popping the car into Sports mode in the older S3 and GTIs by pushing that thing to the right then having an option to shift gears with it as well

[@sisiphombana5082]

Great review as always... Please review a kia sonet

[@janusbarnard3751]

Need the 128ti review

[@Fabian-bv2dz]

R3500 just for back seats to fold😅

[@germanator0]

You pay for Audi hinges... I guess.

[@tshepangaugosi9928]

Would you go for Audi S3 or golf 8 gti?

[@devondewit6655]

This is my argument as to why we should have SEAT back so there is options, cause it would be for everyone else that's does not wanna pay for the premium S3 that doesn't feel so premium anymore.

[@bathembufutshane1462]

Fantastic car. My preferred one over the 8R purely because of the premium factor, but horribly expensive. I'll gladly wait for an 18-24 months old, gladly.

[@LightHouse31073]

I'm 100% with you on that one. I think they stripped away all of the premium feel in the 8R to make up for the profits they lost through the scandal. They even removed all badges on the engine covers of the VW/Audi group to try to cut production costs while maintaining the price for the customer. It's sad.

[@thokozanigab]

8:38 ha guys yoh cars are so expensive these days !!😓 I can buy a current gen pre facelift certified preowned RS3 and still have money leftover😓 hell I can probably even buy an RS5😭😭 Great video churro🔥🔥

[@adriaanserrao2016]

what annoys me is that a kia Picanto for 200000 rand comes with more as standard. i still miss the Kia Cerato in the segment

[@B0rn2succeed]

That pizza comparison doesn't add up but great review anyway.

[@mazibukomail]

True, he should have said charging 4 different prices for the same pizza.

[@Solwazi34]

Please do a Corolla Cross review

[@menzigumbi349]

How can they release this Ciro. Where is the Golf R

[@panzoxpress4759]

Great review 🙌🏽🔥

[@khwelisilelukhuleni4528]

Where do they find these gorgeous roads to drive on

[@deanpetzer6030]

Whilst I agree with many of the comments below about the pricing, the biggest impact by far on the price, is our SA rand which continues to deprecate in value against the Euro each and every month so the price is just going to keep on going up and up due the S3 being a fully imported vehicle.

[@deonhrupnarain]

Thanks for this video , will remember the price tag when looking for my next…..

[@etienneolivier]

A 2nd hand Alfa Romeo Giulietta Squadra Corse is more than half the price of this and is a lot more exciting.

[@pony7462]

Very nice car but the price is a huge slap in the face. You can get the previous gen RS3 for less and it's nowhere near terrible. It's fantastic!

[@Iam_chriscardo]

I think it is made more for a day to day drive. Like going to work, shopping runs, and maybe road trip hence the extra power for some fun on the road. RS3 is for the more aggressive feel of the A3 line. I would buy it instead of the RS 3. that 213kW is enough for me. The price is a bit crazy though

[@RacerK49]

Excellent review👏🏼

[@malumnator2763]

Please do a comparison between Mahindra Karoo S11 4x4 vs GWM P Series 4x4 top spec

[@lukemorena9357]

Heita bro. Can you also mention the Horse power. Thanks. Great channel 👍

[@quentindunlop]

He mentioned that it has 213Kw

[@vainondovala6578]

Something has to be said about the price of new vehicles in this country!! We're being fleeced! Don't be surprised when you see more Havals on the road cause they seem to get the equation right between quality and pricing. Brand snobbery will cost you a kidney forget the arm and a leg.

[@antonioporra7210]

Spot on

[@chrisikin2]

How did you get a flat bottom steering wheel?

[@sandisiwefumba6774]

If this cost close to a million rand, I just wonder how much will a RS cost😏

[@siyandantozonkesibiya8139]

wow! I'm definitely gonna buy it for my sister in 5 years.

[@musamathevula9139]

I stand to be corrected I think, Volkswagen is the only company that is building form different car with the same chassis and drivetrain I don't know how they get it right But that price tag ? Let's wait for the RS3 especially the Sedan

[@mphoramudzwagi7292]

I love that number plate

[@terokaakinen7061]

Front end looks really good, but those fake vents at back makes the rear end look stubby...

[@oomstu]

The EU/$ price is more or less constant, welcome to a crap currency in SA making these cars more expensive than they need to be.

[@dumitshabs8719]

Woa, woa, no crap currency here, we are being fleeced by the local dealers. As long as we buy , they will increase prices. The latest ripoff is in used cars - lame justification is demand, it is a step up from the so called book values.

[@bonta0240]

Don't forget the import duties by our government even before considering the 15% vat.

[@oomstu]

@@dumitshabs8719 I'm sorry my friend, perhaps you want to investigate how the Rand has performed against the $ over the last 15 years.

[@dumitshabs8719]

@@oomstu Put exchange rate aside, how do they justify double the price compared to markets with similar cars to ours - right handdrive eg Australia and United Kingdom. The government (SARS) does take its share but us poor buyers bear the brunt of greediness of the manufactures and dealerships. This is not just in cars but also all importers of electronic goods are are in the same boat. Now then can you explain why a BMW X3 , Merc C class and Ford Rangers made here in SA still cost double compared to the markets they are exported to. I have travelled extensively globally and worked overseas, I can confirm without a doubt that we locals pay more for everything including foodstuffs.

[@njabulodube4176]

The song that queues in after you say, "so let me do my job..." is amazing, could anyone please help with the title and artist. Shazam is not winning.

[@CiroDeSiena]

I'll look for you tomorrow and reply here. Thanks for watching!

[@njabulodube4176]

@@CiroDeSiena Thanks for being the best, I appreciate it much Ciro. Great work!

[@njabulodube4176]

@@CiroDeSiena hi Ciro, I'm sure you're busy, being someone who's got a lot on his plate, just popping in to remind you about the song, when you are good though I will wait. Thanks again.

[@Carscoza]

@@njabulodube4176 Ah sorry about the delay, please drop us an email and we'll get back to you: youtubeadmin - at - cars.co.za

[@TasimanaOG]

in australia its only R 705,000

[@mazibukomail]

Can't compare directly due to purchasing power parity.

[@luegimsomi795]

I used to think that one day when i finally earn 600k - 700K I'd be able to afford a brand new S3 without a balloon. All one can afford is a new Toyota corrola X or A1. fcnk ridiculous.

[@waynemurray5084]

Ciro, maybe get a few Allergex. It is the season for hayfever...

[@NtonkaR]

There are too many (possibly better) options out there for R900k+

[@joedu7320]

What is this accent? South Africa?

[@jldp24]

Who buys brand new Audis and Volkswagen in Sa..they are just over the top expensive.

[@Sira_MasterOfNone]

@ 7:33 .. 🤣🤣🤣🤣 tagging them in style

[@ChiefOfProtocol_ZW]

For close to a million rand it better not have a soft limiter

[@nhlanhlaradebe8]

LOL. We get Europe spec cars soft limiter is there.

[@big-mike2955]

beautiful car all round & great review as always.

[@dumanimjo609]

If I had R978k burning a hole in my pocket...I'd get a BMW 1M

[@thembinkosisamuel9475]

Id rather wait for the new audi RS3 !!!

[@mo9650]

If you want something small and premium for that price, get the BMW 128ti or M135i

[@kripstoe]

The new M135i ? Extremely boring to drive.

[@mo9650]

@@kripstoe just like the Audi, but it’s cheaper and has an equally solid build quality as the Audi, with a better badge for street cred 😂. I can tell you know that even the Golf R will be just as “mandane” as the Audi. Another option would be the Mercedes-AMG A35 (sedan) its much more stylish, and its more exciting than the S3. Buy if you want excitement, just get the M128ti 🔥🔥🔥

[@maxperlov7071]

BMW 128ti review?

[@bradleylefika9209]

Like you mentioned, this price point is to justify having the GTI cost over 700k which is ridiculous. Price point aside, the previous generations are better

[@snipers2914]

wow amazing track with view, please do a Cupra Leon review

[@RRSmurf]

Ship one over to south africa then?

[@MorenaNzimande]

The price is ridiculous, if I have money I would buy the used 2019 BMW 1 Series M140i 5-dr Edition Shadow Auto.

[@tinothagoat]

Im definitely getting ittt omg 😭