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Used 2023 Audi RS 3 Sedan Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The RS 3 is a high-performance version of Audi's regular A3 sedan. It comes with a turbocharged 2.5-liter five-cylinder engine (401 horsepower, 369 lb-ft of torque) paired to a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic suspension and all-wheel drive. Standard and optional feature highlights include:

  • LED headlights
  • 19-inch wheels
  • High-performance summer tires
  • Panoramic sunroof
  • Keyless entry and ignition
  • Auto-dimming mirrors (with power-folding side mirrors)
  • Premium leather upholstery with diamond quilt stitching
  • Power-adjustable and heated front seats with driver seat memory
  • Three-zone automatic climate control
  • LED interior lighting
  • Digital instrument cluster
  • 10.1-inch touchscreen display
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration (includes wireless connectivity)
  • Wireless charging pad
  • Two rear USB ports
  • Automated parking system (steers into a parking spot with little or no driver intervention)

Advanced driver assist features include:

  • Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
  • Lane departure warning (alerts you if the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane)
  • Adaptive cruise control (adjusts speed to maintain a constant distance between the vehicle and the car in front)
  • Lane keeping assistance (steers the A3 back into its lane if it begins to drift over the lane marker)

The RS 3 also offers several packages and a few stand-alone options to further enhance the RS 3. Highlights include:

  • RS Technology package
    • Integrated navigation system
    • Head-up display (displays important information in your sight line on the windshield)
    • Premium Bang & Olufsen audio system
  • Black Optic Plus package
    • 19-inch wheels in matte black finish
    • Black roof
    • Black badging
  • Dynamic Plus package
    • Raises top speed to 180 mph
    • Carbon-fiber engine cover
    • Carbon-ceramic front brakes with red calipers
  • RS sport exhaust
  • High-performance Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R tires
  • Blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning (alerts you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while in reverse)

Which RS 3 trim does Edmunds recommend?

The RS 3 comes in just one trim, but it offers some options for extra performance or personalization. We'd opt for the Technology package for the navigation system and premium Bang & Olufsen sound system. We also think the upgraded RS sport exhaust is a near must-have.

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RS 3 Base
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Features

Bluetooth
standard
Navigation
optional
Satellite radio
standard
Keyless Ignition
standard
Cruise control
standard
Adaptive cruise control
standard
Parking assistance
standard
Upholstery
premium leather
Heated seats
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
Not available
Folding rear seats
standard
Sunroof
standard
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Specifications

Drivetrain
all wheel drive
Engine power
401 hp @ 6,500 rpm
Engine torque
369 lb-ft @ 3,500 rpm
Engine displacement
2.5 l
Engine configuration
inline 5
Transmission
7-speed automated manual
Tire size
265/30R19 (FRONT) 245/35R19 (REAR)
Wheel size
Wheel type
painted alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
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Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
20 / 29 / 23 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
14.5 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
290 / 421 miles
Fuel Type
premium unleaded (required)
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Dimensions

Turning circle
40.4 ft.
Curb weight
3,649 lb.
Ground Clearance
Overall Width with Mirrors
78.1 in.
Overall Width without Mirrors
72.9 in.
Height
55.6 in.
Length
178.8 in.
Wheelbase
103.6 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
8.3 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
36.8 in.
Front Leg Room
41.2 in.
Front Shoulder Room
54.8 in.
Rear Head Room
36.6 in.
Rear Leg Room
35.2 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
53.0 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
$71,666
Average Cost Per Mile
$0.96
Depreciation
$22,684
Financing
$8,886
Taxes & Fees
$3,313
Fuel
$12,462
Insurance
$9,434
Maintenance
$10,084
Repairs
$4,803
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Colors

Interior
Black Fine Nappa/Super Black Stitching, premium leather
Black Fine Nappa/Micrommata Green Stitching, premium leather
Black Fine Nappa/Express Red Stitching, premium leather
Exterior
Kyalami Green
Tango Red Metallic
Turbo Blue
Kemora Gray Metallic
Daytona Gray Pearl Effect
Mythos Black Metallic
Glacier White Metallic
Python Yellow Metallic