CG Report Card


Room and Consolation	C+
Energy and Efficiency	A
Match and End	B-
Gas Financial system	B
Worth	C

Report-card grades are derived from a consensus of test-driver evaluations. All grades are versus different automobiles in the identical class. Worth grade is for particular trim stage evaluated, and should not mirror Shopper Information’s impressions of the whole mannequin lineup.

Huge & Tall Consolation

Huge Man	B
Tall Man	B

Huge & Tall consolation rankings are for entrance seats solely. “Huge” ranking based mostly on male tester weighing roughly 350 kilos, “Tall” ranking based mostly on 6’6″-tall male tester.

Drivetrain
Engine Specs	401 horsepower
Engine Sort	2.5-liter 5-cylinder
Transmission	7-speed DCT computerized
Drive Wheels	AWD

Actual-world gasoline economic system: 21.2 mpg

Driving combine: 65% metropolis, 35% freeway

EPA-estimated gasoline economic system: 20/29/23 (mpg metropolis/freeway/mixed)

Gas kind: Premium Gasoline

Base worth: $58,900 (not together with $1095 destination charge)

Choices on take a look at car: RS Expertise Package deal ($2750), RS Sport Exhaust System ($1000), Black Optic Package deal ($750), Aspect Help Package deal ($350)

Worth as examined: $64,845

Fast Hits

The good: Sports activities-car expertise

The nice: Respectable gasoline economic system. Roomy entrance seating row

The not so good: Restricted rear-seat area, no handbook transmission

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CG Says:

After skipping the 2021 mannequin yr, Audi’s entry-level automotive is redesigned on a barely bigger platform for 2022, gaining angular new styling, up to date engines, a dynamic new inside format, and a number of other new know-how options. Just like the previous-generation A3, the brand new model might be provided in A3, S3, and RS3 fashions, which differ markedly of their efficiency, options, and costs. The bottom A3 is powered by a 201-horsepower turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder with a 48-volt mild-hybrid system. The sporty S3 model has a non-hybrid 306-horsepower 2.0-liter 4-cylinder. Out there midyear is the high-performance RS3 will return to the road, with a 401-horsepower 2.5-liter 5-cylinder. All engines pair with a 7-speed dual-clutch computerized transmission. The A3 is obtainable with front-wheel drive or Audi’s Quattro all-wheel drive. The S3 and RS3 come customary with all-wheel drive.

A ten.3-inch digital instrument panel is customary, and a 12.3-inch Digital Cockpit show with added options is obtainable. A ten.1-inch touchscreen controls infotainment options, which embody Apple CarPlay/Android Auto connectivity and WiFi hotspot functionality. Local weather controls and different secondary capabilities are chosen by bodily switchgear. Lane-departure warning and ahead collision warning with computerized emergency braking and pedestrian detection are customary. A blind-spot monitor, lane-keep help, 360-degree surround-view monitor, and adaptive cruise management with lane centering can be found. The Audi A3 has earned a faithful following amongst automotive fans for its useful compact measurement, pleasing highway manners, and understated upscale vibe. This newest model carries on that custom effectively, whereas including a welcome little bit of added inside area, richer cabin furnishings, and extra know-how options. For many who need some further spice in that blend, the S3 does a fantastic job of turning up the warmth, with energy that elevates the already succesful A3 into the realm of true efficiency automobiles.

Our take a look at RS3 lived as much as it sporty appears with loads of energy and sports-carlike dealing with. Agency, responsive steering and robust brakes add to the driving enjoyable. Regardless of the ability—and the enjoyable available tapping it—we noticed higher than 21 mpg, near the EPA mixed estimate of 23.

Inside, the RS3 appears and feels fashionable, with an easy-to-read instrument panel that helps enthusiastic driving. We have been dissatisfied by the quantity of arduous plastic within the automotive, particularly across the middle console. Appears “junior” Audis aren’t elevated to the identical luxurious ranges as bigger and more-expensive fashions. Nonetheless, the RS3 cabin is a cushty place for front-row passengers to spend time. The cramped second row is greatest used solely often, after which by smaller occupants.

At greater than $65,000 as geared up, the RS3 is perhaps priced simply out of attain of the younger fans who would doubtless take pleasure in it most. However in case you have the cash, this little Audi is a complete lot of enjoyable to drive, and fairly stylish as well.

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