This is what I want to see more of...the 0-60 acceleration and the handling...I don't like your other videos where you tend to baby the car in a congested road...keep up the good work!
Edward hellary Greek roads are awful too...but highway is smooth as fuck. So you can make your trip comfortably and not hear bang bang all the time, like you are traveling by train.
Being here in Korea for some time I do miss driving back in the US. Glad you make first person view vids of driving around :) looking forward too seeing more!!
I love how the S3 seems so at home despite you hammering it every other opportunity yet from what I can tell the roads are anything but optimal (I see puddles everywhere; big rainstorm before photoshoot?) yet the Audi never so much as squealed its tires.
The only negative factor of this car is that it doesn't have the 7th gear on the DSG, if you are cruisin' 130 on the highway the RPM's are already on 3000 that's a bit much.
Winding Road Magazine would you have preferred a manual over the DSG? or is it just better than manual (drive wise, not "feel wise", lets not get into that whole "manual vs auto feel" argument please (directed to everyone else), just asking which is more efficient of a system)
MatchuCT Not having the manual or auto choice is just wrong. Specially since both are build anyway at the factory. It does not have an handbrake either. The golf R does have the manual option and it's the same drivetrain... Anyway, the deal breaker with this car is more the hatchback, or lack thereof. The rear seats have ridiculously small seating and headroom. Plus with a few options, this car is only shy of a simillary equiped S4 by a few grands. Previous gen A3 where damn good hatchback. At least we are getting the Golf R.
julienjjj Its true, I was also very disappointed that they didn't bring the hatchback to NA. I live in Canada and they sell a lot of hatchbacks here, but still don't get it ): Problem I have with the Golf R is that it seems a bit too "flashy" compared to the A3. As in, its aimed for a younger group. A3/S3 seems a bit more grownup
julienjjj Audi is a Man´s car , Golf R is a teenager car for those who have rich parents to affort it , i find this S3 alot more refined, compared to Golf R.
I have question...do you need to put car in "N" to rev it like that on : 0:53 or just press gas pedal ? I'm asking myself how come that car didn't gone straight when he hit's the gas šedal. I do not have automatic car,so I'm asking :)
Am looking at this or the Focus RS mk3 and 2. The RS interior put me off but I haven't yet test driven the RS's. The mk2 is loads cheaper at £22k compared to the Audi S3 and the Focus RS mk3. Should I look more into getting an S3 or should I look into the RS or even the mk2 RS?
audi gives a premium look to the car but vw gives a more younger sportier look. but insane differences? maybe in amount of leather they put but thats it,and that slide out screenwhich by the looks of it from a person like my who barely sits 3inches over steering wheel without raising seat will bother my pov.
I still like the S4 much better, especially because the S3 interior was quite "meh" for Audi standards, but I respect the S3. Hopefully it's a sign of better things to come down the road from Audi. After all, the S4 and S5 desperately need replacements...
How does he do this: at 6:10 he accelerates but at the same time he is hitting the break pedal then releases the break pedal and starts faster? Is this how it works?
It depends on your car. Some sporty sedans and sports cars are equipped w/ the launch control, and it helps you a lot if you car is turbo charged. Unless you hold the launch control for too long, it won't hurt your car much. If your car isn't equipped w/ launch control and you try to imitate launch control by firmly holding your brake while giving a little bit of gas, sometimes it worsens the acceleration cuz of wheel spin and sometimes it doesn't. It all depends on the weather, temperature, traction, and etc. Just try accelerating a few times w/ launch control, w/ traction control off, and w/ traction on, and you'll notice what's best for your car.
Thank you, driving is the most pleasing experience for me, but right now I can only use my parents CRV and wanted to try it, but now I see it's not possible :(
dash capture's of Vermont i think it sounds a lot better and looks better. it's also just flat out substantially faster out of the box. but like i said, close second to it!
I saw you lots of UA-cam video, i think yu should drive audi S3, also i want to ask you something, you're driving A3 2.0T and S3, what do you think difference about this two Items? (i hope you can answer my question soon)
In my opinion it doesn't make any sense to have such a fast car if you aren't allowed to go faster than 85 mph! This car is made for the German Autobahn :-).
Love everything about this car except for the lack of MT and that stupid screen that goes up and down and will surely break at some point. Hopefully the new A4/S4 skips that stupid little screen.
+ansolguge The DSG won't ever shift into a gear that can cause damage to the engine, what i mean is if you try to shift from 6-7th gear to second while your driving 120 km/h the car just won't do it.
Having owned a EVO X mr and now an Audi S3. I can say that they are about a tie. The SST will not shift for you in manual mode (except when you come to a stop, then down to first). You could drive around in first gear, red-lining and banging off the rev limiter all day if you want. The Super-Sport mode was insane. Shift are about the same speed. The Audi has a better launch control (evo would bog sometimes, And was quick to give you a warning if you did it too many times). Audi's DGS seems stronger than the EVO X's Getrag transmission. My Evo's trans needed to be replaced at 42k miles with signs of failure showing up as early as 20k miles. I have 20k miles on the S3 now and no signs of issues yet. I think they might have improved the transmission on the EVO X in 2010. The replacement transmission I got seemed stronger.
the whole point of the audi S3 is that it should be a fun little hatchback car with a beautiful engine, i dont understand why they didnt take the hatchback s3 to USA, specially considering they already have the S4, it makes this car feel a little bit useless.
***** you could have bought an audi a4/s4/s4avant a long time ago, that was audi's affordable saloon car, there was no point on converting the s3 to a saloon for the us market, the original s3 IS a hatchback, the car wasnt born with 4 doors and a boot.
+ThePersonWithoutAName these cars are not automatic. it's a dual clutch setup. 1 3 5 for one clutch, 2 4 6 for the other. much faster than any auto out there
This is one of those cars that turns you into a hooligan every time you get behind the wheel. It's a blessing and a curse ha ha.
What I really like on a Audi is the newer interior design, amazing engine sound and the power.
6:10 dang look at the speedometer
That transmission is fucking amazing
+Hank Hill DSG is the best in the business
Here a like simply because of this comment when combined with your profile pic is hilarious. 😂👍👌
@@vighneshramesh2569 Most unreliable too. Passat V6 has the same transmission.
Love the interior on this car, the outside looks are subtle, but the car sounds good overall. Seems like a fun daily driver!
1:36 that ball scratch tho
Brybryfabulous a
6:11 WHAT A PERFECT BURNOUT
This is what I want to see more of...the 0-60 acceleration and the handling...I don't like your other videos where you tend to baby the car in a congested road...keep up the good work!
Why are the roads like this? It's like they have putted blocks of concrete every few feet. You can hear "bang bang" all the time. It is frustrating.
Because road infrastructure is not a priority of most governments in the US.
LOL whut. You haven't seen Russian roads then. You guys are lucky to have such smooth roads
Edward hellary
Greek roads are awful too...but highway is smooth as fuck. So you can make your trip comfortably and not hear bang bang all the time, like you are traveling by train.
The car just has poor sound isolation..
Edward hellary Russian roads are built to a measure in contrast to the American
Being here in Korea for some time I do miss driving back in the US. Glad you make first person view vids of driving around :) looking forward too seeing more!!
I can say is one of the best packages out there (premium)
In the mean time, 6:08
Holy crap, that launch was just beautiful.
Indeed.I like it how it was a perfectly straight launch too!
Unbearable Pain How about 7:01?
I'm not a big fan of any automatic, but watching how freakin' quick this thing shifts would make me at least consider one if I wasn't poor.
+Matthew Hutzell haha you should see the rs3 abt :D
+Matthew Hutzell Stop bein poor, man. Get out there and get money get paid.
can get the DSG is a lot of cheaper cars now like the VW GTI
I used to think the same thing about automatics but believe me when u drive one u will change ur mind completely.
I love how the S3 seems so at home despite you hammering it every other opportunity yet from what I can tell the roads are anything but optimal (I see puddles everywhere; big rainstorm before photoshoot?) yet the Audi never so much as squealed its tires.
Sounds really good for 4 cylinder. I wish my E250 (petrol, 2.0, 211 HP) cabrio had sound like this thing.
very nice car to drive, produce such a good sound to hear and the transmision just shifts fast and proper
Wonderful car!
Favourite cars (A3 / S3 / RS3)
The only negative factor of this car is that it doesn't have the 7th gear on the DSG, if you are cruisin' 130 on the highway the RPM's are already on 3000 that's a bit much.
Is that really bad road noise or is something flapping against the car in the breeze? Never heard that in one of these POV videos before.
I love Audis.
Do another video, but driving at night. Audi's interiors always look good at night
When an S3 revs beyond 3000
My Face Melts in amazement 😵🤑
What's the orange light near center of tach? Traction/stability control off? Thanks for the great video.
Damn you're really having fun with that DSG aren't you
Sarin Murlidar haha, yep! This S3 was a blast.
Winding Road Magazine would you have preferred a manual over the DSG? or is it just better than manual (drive wise, not "feel wise", lets not get into that whole "manual vs auto feel" argument please (directed to everyone else), just asking which is more efficient of a system)
MatchuCT Not having the manual or auto choice is just wrong. Specially since both are build anyway at the factory.
It does not have an handbrake either.
The golf R does have the manual option and it's the same drivetrain...
Anyway, the deal breaker with this car is more the hatchback, or lack thereof. The rear seats have ridiculously small seating and headroom. Plus with a few options, this car is only shy of a simillary equiped S4 by a few grands.
Previous gen A3 where damn good hatchback. At least we are getting the Golf R.
julienjjj Its true, I was also very disappointed that they didn't bring the hatchback to NA. I live in Canada and they sell a lot of hatchbacks here, but still don't get it ): Problem I have with the Golf R is that it seems a bit too "flashy" compared to the A3. As in, its aimed for a younger group. A3/S3 seems a bit more grownup
julienjjj Audi is a Man´s car , Golf R is a teenager car for those who have rich parents to affort it , i find this S3 alot more refined, compared to Golf R.
Always feel excited to see so outstanding car show.
really like this car. not insanely expensive either
Super Drive! I love the A3/S3, especially as sedan! Colour really rocks!
I have question...do you need to put car in "N" to rev it like that on : 0:53 or just press gas pedal ? I'm asking myself how come that car didn't gone straight when he hit's the gas šedal. I do not have automatic car,so I'm asking :)
Same drivetrain as the Golf R right? Very nice. A tune would send this beast skyrocketing. And those paddles look awesome. I want em on my GTI
Very nice car. Looks beautiful and drives very cool.
Am looking at this or the Focus RS mk3 and 2. The RS interior put me off but I haven't yet test driven the RS's. The mk2 is loads cheaper at £22k compared to the Audi S3 and the Focus RS mk3. Should I look more into getting an S3 or should I look into the RS or even the mk2 RS?
Wow !! Amazing video! this one is so nice and love the turbo sound !
Love the styling, will the 15' S3 come with a manual option?
not for the US market
Sound makes me happy 。Sports sound is important .
What a nice colour!
When you make a fast turn the gearbox shift really late also not “smooth” I own a s3 now has a exactly same reaction on the video 3:32 why?
The car notices you are in a turn and shifting in turns can offset the car so it stays in gear
audi gives a premium look to the car but vw gives a more younger sportier look. but insane differences? maybe in amount of leather they put but thats it,and that slide out screenwhich by the looks of it from a person like my who barely sits 3inches over steering wheel without raising seat will bother my pov.
I still like the S4 much better, especially because the S3 interior was quite "meh" for Audi standards, but I respect the S3. Hopefully it's a sign of better things to come down the road from Audi. After all, the S4 and S5 desperately need replacements...
Very good. Hoping for a Golf R, soon!
What camera are you using? It looks great!
I rather prefer the RS3. Just because of the 5 cylinder and the exhaust sounds. But S3 is also pretty nice.
the roads are shocking. Where was this filmed? NA or CANADA?
How does he do this: at 6:10 he accelerates but at the same time he is hitting the break pedal then releases the break pedal and starts faster? Is this how it works?
Also, is that bad for a car? can it be done with any including a SUV?
Daniel Gtz. That's launch control
Daniel Gtz. yea it's launch control, and no it can't be done on any car, only if it is fitted with the function
It depends on your car. Some sporty sedans and sports cars are equipped w/ the launch control, and it helps you a lot if you car is turbo charged. Unless you hold the launch control for too long, it won't hurt your car much. If your car isn't equipped w/ launch control and you try to imitate launch control by firmly holding your brake while giving a little bit of gas, sometimes it worsens the acceleration cuz of wheel spin and sometimes it doesn't. It all depends on the weather, temperature, traction, and etc. Just try accelerating a few times w/ launch control, w/ traction control off, and w/ traction on, and you'll notice what's best for your car.
Thank you, driving is the most pleasing experience for me, but right now I can only use my parents CRV and wanted to try it, but now I see it's not possible :(
Well, this guy can drive !
Welp, if i had 40 grand to toss down on one car in 2016, it'd be an Audi S3. golf R in close second.
dash capture's of Vermont i think it sounds a lot better and looks better. it's also just flat out substantially faster out of the box. but like i said, close second to it!
I'm planning to buy s series.. But I have a question how about the service cost about s series much higher ?
That’s definitely Michigan roads for ya 😂
would it fit 4 persons 6ft1-6ft4 heightwise comfortably on longer journeys?
I saw you lots of UA-cam video, i think yu should drive audi S3, also i want to ask you something, you're driving A3 2.0T and S3, what do you think difference about this two Items? (i hope you can answer my question soon)
A3 for the lower class. A for high class
S for the high class. Sorry typo
Might trade my 2016 a4 for this year and model
no standard backup camera?
good looking car, great transmission but really disappointing engine noise!
and is it me or the GTI sounds a lot better than this?!
That tiny mirror though😂
In my opinion it doesn't make any sense to have such a fast car if you aren't allowed to go faster than 85 mph! This car is made for the German Autobahn :-).
Love everything about this car except for the lack of MT and that stupid screen that goes up and down and will surely break at some point. Hopefully the new A4/S4 skips that stupid little screen.
What's gonna happen if you accidentally press the start/stop button while driving?
It will ask a second time to make sure you want to turn the car off
what is the noise from at 2:42 ?
What type of camera do you guys use?
Power starts things themselves own.
can i grow up the rpm's in launch control (5200RPM)????or it's standard the rpms in launch?
Welcome to Detroit!
The DSG sounds nice, but I much prefer a manual.
I like the sound of makes on the highway
does the manual come with rev matching on downshifts?
6:32 -- stupid Audi shifter setup. Amirite? You had the right instinct.
Can you post BMW M235i driving video? Thanks
What happens if you shift back too early? Does the car do it or is there a warning signal or something like that?
+ansolguge The DSG won't ever shift into a gear that can cause damage to the engine, what i mean is if you try to shift from 6-7th gear to second while your driving 120 km/h the car just won't do it.
he is having fun
Heyyy, I recognize that parking garage (Abarth POV).
Is front window tint illegal in Michigan?
love that color!
This car looks like a blast to drive and it overall looks like an awesome DD. Maybe a hatchback version sometime? ;P
6:09
the most difficult choice. Bmw 1 or Audi a3?
Redlined the shit out of it at 3:33
THIS or C450? I need you guys' opinion!! Pros/cons?
S3 but Mercedes is Very good too :)
How did he get RS style paddle shifters??
6:09 would be even faster on a dry road
how does the s-tronic compare to the evo x TC-SST honestly? lol both pros and cons
Having owned a EVO X mr and now an Audi S3. I can say that they are about a tie. The SST will not shift for you in manual mode (except when you come to a stop, then down to first). You could drive around in first gear, red-lining and banging off the rev limiter all day if you want. The Super-Sport mode was insane. Shift are about the same speed. The Audi has a better launch control (evo would bog sometimes, And was quick to give you a warning if you did it too many times). Audi's DGS seems stronger than the EVO X's Getrag transmission. My Evo's trans needed to be replaced at 42k miles with signs of failure showing up as early as 20k miles. I have 20k miles on the S3 now and no signs of issues yet. I think they might have improved the transmission on the EVO X in 2010. The replacement transmission I got seemed stronger.
the whole point of the audi S3 is that it should be a fun little hatchback car with a beautiful engine, i dont understand why they didnt take the hatchback s3 to USA, specially considering they already have the S4, it makes this car feel a little bit useless.
hear hear!
***** you could have bought an audi a4/s4/s4avant a long time ago, that was audi's affordable saloon car, there was no point on converting the s3 to a saloon for the us market, the original s3 IS a hatchback, the car wasnt born with 4 doors and a boot.
can you drive the Golf R?
This car is the living proof that not all automatics are boring.
What about Ferrari? Lamborghini? Golf R? Audi R8 V10? All automatic cars. The best cars are always automatic
+ThePersonWithoutAName these cars are not automatic. it's a dual clutch setup. 1 3 5 for one clutch, 2 4 6 for the other. much faster than any auto out there
Lajcsi Vagyok I know. I drive a DSG in my Golf GTI Clubsport.
But the DSG/DKG depends to the caregory AUTOMATIC with tiptronic the most time
I may hear bad, but when he gets to highway i hear some terrible sound, what is it?
very nice car a color
is the premium package or the prestige one?
+ali and whats the difference?
In Germany we would say "Was'n Lachs" 🤪😆
I've never seen someone turning a steering wheel like that 😨, never overlap or cross your arms.
Maybe stick with motorbikes Robert
Wait.. isnt this car based off of the Jetta?
2:13 launch control fail 😂😂😂
el mejor Auto!
best youtube channel EVER !!!
Nowadays car stereos have become to access to additional ones.
5.000 sec to 60 that is very quick
not really
Nice car
no rear backing camera...??
+RR Pasha You can order it for additional 350-400$ or so.
Hi. Do you know how to use the LAUNCH CONTROL in this car?
This is a v4 ????
nice car
i'm not a hater (volkswagen is my favorite automotive company (despite the scandal)) but i absolutely hate this interior
+J robinson rand you hate this interior? Why are u more of a trucker kind of woman......
You've obviously never been in it then
will it slide
No