One Year Update Owning The 2024 8Y Audi RS3!! *The Ultimate Wife Car*

[@DekiaryCarter]

Two RS3 videos in one day? Let's go!!!!!! My wife and I have an SQ5 and A3 with plans to get the 8Y or 8Y.5 RS3. I love the FL5, but this one makes more sense for us to get as a family. I know my wife is gonna have fun in this. Can't wait.

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

Oh cool! Yeah the RS3 has that extra refinement level that my wife really likes. Really can drive like a nice Audi but still turn into a rocket of a sportscar!

[@sparky240fps7]

8y.5?

[@DekiaryCarter]

@@sparky240fps7 it's just another way to say the facelifted 2025+ RS3 that were announced recently. The last gen was referred to as 8V or 8.5V

[@cliffordgeorge7351]

Loving the RS3 content here in Cape Town, South Africa

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@JVette01]

Glad to hear you guys are enjoying the RS3!

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

Yeah it's a fun car!

[@NathanTen]

Very interested in the long term reliability of the RS3. Would love to have a video detailing that and possibly future videos of the reliability!

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

I have an oil change video on the channel now. That's the only maintenance I've done with the car

[@cquillon1]

I have an RS5. In comfort mode, it is absolutely tame.

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

Oh nice! Yeah thats a great car. RS3 is a very on edge car

[@speeddemonRS3]

@BrosFOURRSpeed RS3 has a wild, untamed beast of an engine! 5 cylinder ftw😂

[@alexkoch5330]

Keep the videos coming man! You sold me on the mid pipes and Awe exhaust, have the same setup on my 24 now, love it

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

Oh nice! The mods really wake it up!

[@Daveyboy_RS3]

I actually feel the opposite... I find that full-on comfort mode makes the car way too anemic. At least as far as the power and transmission goes. The one way that you can completely transform the car is when you go from D to S in the transmission. If you're driving in comfort mode and put the transmission in S, it still feels super sporty, but if you put everything into full aggressive, but leave the transmission in D, it feels like a Civic EX. The thing does not move. And then when you put it in RS performance, Even if you're just gently feathering the throttle it will stay in first all the way till red line, then in second all the way till red line, even if you're just gently applying the throttle, it just sits in that gear. That's one weird thing about the transmission. In my golf R, Even in full race mode, if I was just gently cruising and pushing the throttle maybe 20%, it would shift around 3500, because the DCT would realize I'm Not trying to push it. So it actually did some thinking for you. RS3 and performance mode just goes to redline whether you're flooring it or whether you're just slightly touching the throttle. I mean those are tiny little nothing gripes. Overall it's amazing, and I wouldn't change it for the world

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

Yeah it's an interesting car overall. Has some unique aspects. Lots of fun overall with good luxuries that we enjoy

[@anonmeatcheesebun]

I wish unitronic would release their tune. I feel like we're close

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

Yeah should be cool!

[@bokiNYC]

And APR is about to release their tune too. I like that rolling anti lag from Unitronic though.

[@mirandaJean]

If you both have your own key when you unlock the car and open the door the seat should automatically adjust according to the seat position you saved when you last drove.

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

Oh thats cool. We do have two keys. But I keep all our spare keys in a separate spot. We really only drive this car together and most of the time switch driving during the day while already out and about. Easy enough to press the button on the door

[@amiller2121]

Great video.

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

Thanks!

[@LostInSpice]

If you think this car feels like a caffeinated toddler the M2 would be really frustrating. I drove them back-to-back and went with the RS3. The M2 felt so high strung that I didn't think I'd be able to put up with it on a day-to-day basis.

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

Glad that's what you enjoy. I'll get an M2 at some point soon, it's a fun car!

[@dizz81]

3:30 This is definitely part of the problem with most new cars these days. SO much tech thrown in that 99% of people will never use.

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

Yup! I'm finding all I need is a backup camera screen with HD graphics and wireless Apple CarPlay. I do like a screen to monitor engine vitals tho like what the Type-R has. But thats it. All the other stuff in the screen I never even touch

[@TrevorKNYC]

You said that the RPMs hang a little too long even in comfort mode. In my 24 S3 as long as I have it in comfort and I have the shifter in “D” instead of “S” the car calms down. I’m sure you know this but just in case. I appreciate your videos 👍

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

Yeah the S3 is much different. We had an S3 before this and it did a great job in each mode. RS3 even in D in comfort will hold the revs very high for quite a while thinking your still driving aggressive. In S it's even more which makes sense. But I wish D could chill out a bit

[@speeddemonRS3]

@@BrosFOURRSpeed RS3 likes to stay in kill mode a bit once you get the 5 pot all worked up! Lol

[@TrevorKNYC]

@@BrosFOURRSpeed that makes sense. I hope one day to find out for myself about the RS3

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

@@speeddemonRS3 it sure does! Once you hit the gas past half throttle, it’s awake for a bit 😅

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

@@TrevorKNYC great car overall!

[@MyMusiKfaVorite]

any oil consumption after the first oil change?

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

Nope. Changed it at 1k miles and everything looked perfect

[@stevenrulz225]

When you lowered it, did you have any issues with ride height control? I’ve heard there may be a calibration needed? Looking to get mine lowered soon. Thanks for the videos!

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

Nope! Never saw a problem with that. The H&R springs aren't crazy low and the suspension seems to have adapted fine to it brosfourrspeed.com/parts-%26-merchandise/ols/categories/audi-s3-parts Let us know if you need anything!

[@AlPetronis]

Great video! As much as I like the car, it's too small for me (6' 3"). Can't even fit my left arm (bending it in the window frame) when driving with the window open. Are you considering any electric or hybrid vehicles at any point? Looking forward to when you get the RS6 wagon!

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

Yeah at 5ft 11 I'm right at the top of being too tall. We will never buy an EV. Not a fan at all. They have no soul and no character. I wouldn't say no to a hybrid. But non of the cars on our radar for the next few years will be hybrid tho. Big twin turbo V8 will be the next power plant for sure to keep things old school!

[@bokiNYC]

​@BrosFOURRSpeed So you are getting the new ZR1 Corvette then? 😂👍 Or the RS6/7 maybe?...Ah, I was commenting while watching, just finished and you did say that you are thinking about getting the RS6 - that would be awesome, I'd like to see your review of one.

[@cardreamtv]

@BrosFOURRSpeed would you take BMW M440 or m850 over RS3 ?

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

The RS3, since that is what we bought lol. M440 is a nice car but nothing on the lines of the handling characteristics as the RS3. M850 is a good luxury 4 door, but we don't need the space yet

[@fzr1000981]

I knew speedemon would be here haha....fun little cars but I always felt I was driving a very fast Corolla with cool sounding motor

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

Has much nicer interior materials then the Corolla tho. It's certainly a compact sedan. But when you do some mods it starts feeling like a budget M3 or GTR over anything else

[@fzr1000981]

@BrosFOURRSpeed my preference is rwd or rear biased, just feels more natural in corners

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

@@fzr1000981I do agree with that. M2 is what I’d personally buy over the RS3. But my wife likes the AWD and 4 doors. So this is her ideal car. It it’s fun to have the traction with the RS3’s AWD system. It hooks and makes it super fun to drive

[@MuggyWinner8149]

What cars do you and your brother own?

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/jJaofnqNnLRjb6c Here's a garage update I did. Brother has the R8 and X5

[@jonblase8140]

I have a 2024 RS3 and I don't have the high gear/high RPMs in D - Auto. The car is quite comfortable and subdued in that mode.

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

If you floor it in normal mode auto, it will stay in a high RPM for a bit longer then other cars do. Overall it's very comfortable. But go full throttle and see how long it takes to relax

[@jonblase8140]

@@BrosFOURRSpeed If I need to floor it, I just put it into S mode real quick, shrug.

[@Alayeluwa]

Great 1-year review! I noticed you mentioned NC, and I remember your 'I Drove My Lamborghini To My Old High School' video, was shot around Raleigh as well. Were you the one driving through North Hills, Raleigh (Six Forks Road) a few weeks ago? I saw a Turbo Blue RS3 that flashed their lights at me (I was driving the 2024 Kyalami Green RS3), and I flashed back. :D

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

I was in the Lambo when I was in the Raleigh area. We're closer to the Charlotte area. Our RS3 hasn't left our zip code lol

[@Alayeluwa]

@ Haha. Ok. Keep them videos coming!

[@AP-cc1uw]

How does it compare to the Giulia QV?

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

Similar in some ways. I'd say the Alfa is a bit more tossable in the corners and feels lighter on its toes. This does better with grip and all out acceleration. But the Alfa is a blast and well worth cross shopping. Resale and reliability and tech is much better on the RS3 tho

[@AP-cc1uw]

@ makes sense. I have the Giulia QV but am looking for a winter car with AWD that’s still fun and unique.

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

@@AP-cc1uw You’d probably like this. RS3 has a lot of character. Definitely different from the Alfa. But the Alfa has character too

[@annenominous7220]

dude, have you driven any other RS3's My experience is that it is very similar to my RS7... comfort is a totally different car in both My RS3 and my RS7. I know you modded yours, so maybe that is the problem?

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

This is the only 8Y RS3 I've driven. When did I talk about having a problem? Or comparing this to an RS7?

[@DolmarPedro]

Damn, I got my RS3 this year in March and I already have 8K miles on it. 😂

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

Oh cool! Hard to rack up those miles when my wife works from home and I own two cars and always have a press car each week. I put about 10k miles a year on press cars alone. And then maybe 4k on my Lambo and already 1k on my type R in a few months. Not everybody commutes on a daily basis

[@CEOshaqo]

bro do u play runescape? my homie just told me he got one of these a year ago and his wife loved it LOL small world.

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

lol no. I hardly ever play videos games. Fun cars tho!

[@CEOshaqo]

@@BrosFOURRSpeed you the second dude I know who’s got approval from his wife to get one. Ima go beg mine right now . 😭😭 video update will be up if I can convince her to let me spend MY OWN MONEY 😭😭😭

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

@@CEOshaqo This is my wife’s car 😅 She picked it out and had me talk to the dealers to order it for her. She loves it. Very well rounded sedan for the family and performance driving. We’d recommend one!

[@annenominous7220]

I am losing faith that my 2025 RS3 dream is going to come true, I blame the Ferrari Roma! I don't need both.

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

You bought a Roma? Fun car I'm sure!

[@speeddemonRS3]

You have to put more miles on this car instead of letting it collect dust bro 😅

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

I drive it as much as possible. However we have weekly press cars and other cars. My wife works from home too. So we just don't have a daily commute to rack up miles.

[@speeddemonRS3]

@BrosFOURRSpeed I absolutely get it honestly, but I'm joking around because I want to drive the car constantly it's amazing, my friend!

[@speeddemonRS3]

23 mpg actually means 18 mpg in reality when you fill up and do the math with the miles per gallon instead of looking at the computer unfortunately 😅

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

hmmm I'l have to do that and see! Would be pretty interesting if it wasn't accurate. But we do get about 270 on the range which is 18ish lol. I'll have to do the math next time I fill up

[@marcm7692]

You just mad that you own a ladies mall car 😂

[@BrosFOURRSpeed]

huh? MPG is not top on my priority. However it'd be funny if the computer was wrong. Doesn't make a difference but is interesting if it's wrong

[@speeddemonRS3]

@BrosFOURRSpeed I got this info from multiple sources and a place where people post their actual mpg! 😀 I used to think I was getting between 24 and 26 mpg until I realized it's 5 mpg of so I'm averaging around 20 mpg 😆

[@susanmiller442]

I regularly get a calculated mpg of 29-31 mpg. I accelerate hard and drive turnpike speeds of 80mph plus. My S3 got 34mpg on the hwy. Racing, I get 5 mpg.