Can't wait for the 2021 RS3 performance with 450 HP. It also has carbon ceramic brakes option, ton of standard features, more space....everything's getting better!
What made TopGear great was that they were brave enough to actually criticise in reviewing new stuff. It wasnt always about hyping things up. It was refreshing and now that time is over. Because everything is back to hyping things.
They're not out of reach. They're worth their price because they're as quick as Ferrari's to 60, can carry 4 people and you get that V10 sounding 5 cylinder (especially when you tune to 600/700HP)
Audi's 5 pot RS cars are unique. The sound and performance combination is awesome, and something we'll all miss in around 10 years time if a certain group of people get their own way. I'm a very happy owner of an RSQ3 (340bhp), would love an RS3, but being an old git with a bad back, I "settled" for the Q3. 0 - 62 in 4.8 seconds, 36 mpg on a run is possible.....and it's rare, less than 1k ever registered in the UK (including the earlier 310 bhp model). Like all the 5 pot RSs, great daily drivers....but a bit bonkers when you feel the need.....especially in a small SUV!
Great vid, lucky enough to own a 2017 RS3 Sportback. Amazing everyday car with 400ps 0-60 under 4s and that 5 pot sound and exhaust system on the 2017 never fails to make me smile! Shame they’ve changed it on the 2019
@@mrunknown2341 It won't necessarily sound exactly the same, but definitely better than stock. You could also remove the filter, just make sure to put it back before inspection.
@@TC-db5fm mine is still stock but I've had Chris's stage 2 APR and Shaun's stage 2 custom tune on before. We actually took them to the drags on the weekend and put them head to head,.the video will be up in the next few days.
I have this car here in Canada with the sport exhaust as well as all the options on your test car. This is a fantastic car. I very, very happy I bought it. Unfortunately we won't be receiving the 2022 model in Canada otherwise I would have bought one.
Great video! What do you think of the OPF filter in the exhaust in this update compared to the 2018 model? I think it still sounds very good surprisingly!
@@MaxSpeedMike mate trust me, got a one on stage 2 with water meth injection and e85 and destroyed a 18 e63 s off the line and pulled on it slowly from a roll. Both times were without the meth and e85 map just stage 2 and hardware. In the end the merc driver wanted to switch driver with passenger for re run 😂😂😂
This the car I really wanted but I got such a good deal on a 2020 A4 Avant Black Ed 40tfsi I went with that, £1.2k down £219 a month. Rs3 or S3 was £3k-£4.5k deposit and £400-£475 a month.
I have an end of 2018 RS3 sedan, and there are occasional pop and bangs, they are rewarding and they are big :) The general sound is better on the new RS3 though, IMO, especially at low RPM.
More or less same gen with a few expensive extras and sportback wheels lol if u have a saloon keep it and let's all hope they disband the 5 pot so our gen will appreciate 👍
Problem with the aftermarket exhaust is that if you get this car on finance which 90% of people will it’s against the agreement to make any changes until all payments are finished so u wouldn’t be able to do it for a long time into the owner ship
Nice, congrats man. I've got an S3 right now, and it's time to get something new, so I'm trying to decide between the RS3 and an M2. Do you mind if I ask how long it will take between your order and the actual delivery? Is it a month? Two? Three? Regardless of whether I go with the M2 or RS3 it looks like I'll have to order it, and the wait time is one of the main things I'm curious about. (I emailed my Audi sales rep a few weeks ago with some questions, but he wasn't very specific with that particular answer) Enjoy the new ride! I can't even imagine my current car with 100 more HP. I think you're gonna have some fun
@@hlf_coder6272 hold out for the rs3 man might be a six month wait though, my missus just ordered a ttrs in Jan due sometime in June Also depends on whether you prefer the rwd characteristics of m2 or raw brutal awd power of the audis. But coming from the s3 you'll love it. Second hand or nearly new rs3s going for a quite a bit cheaper (up to 3k on mileage) and are available too. Got mine used but almost 10k cheaper than brand new (considering extras and specs included) with 3k on the clock. Too worried about general depreciation off shown room floor. Good luck with you choice nonetheless 👍
@@AR-tj1no i have no idea but im not liking this OPF filter they have put in the exhaust from 2019> due to new emissions laws. It really muffles the sound. Still sounds better than the rs4 or rs5 though.
@@JamieS1874 I completely agree, I honestly think it sounds better than the stock RS 7. I know I will get a lot of hate for that comment. A custom exhaust and tune might fix that filter!
who would spend that kind of money on audi's version of honda civic type R. sure the engine sounds nice and its a rocket but it still a german version of a civic. the interior feels like a civic.
@@golfmaniac007 civic type R isn't even in the same league as the S3 audi seriously dude..... and i looked at PCP on the civic and RS3 and the differance was extra£1000 on initial and £50 per month more for RS3 and that is with £8k's of extras you'd have to be a clinical moron to PCP the civic !!
@@djaveitlarge i never said the Civic type R is in the same league. i said its Audi's version of the Civic type R. for Audi's luxury standards, the interior of the A3 is pretty cheap looking. very basic. just that in the RS3 you get the juicy engine.
This channel has fully died I used to watch him a year ago and watched him every day I dunno this channel no new cars and that Lamborghini though being such a good car it was good for it’s time not now also we liked it when he used to link up with Archie and Tom also tony it was a good laugh and top gear style video this is what we want also when you used to go Monaco with Seb Delanney and what happened between you and seen through glass?
The repackaging is terrible, 'sports edition' with a horrible heavy roof. They haven't done this for the benefit of buyers, they've done it to reduce the number of individual emissions checks they have to do to reach our shores; all the options are available separate in Germany.
Not quite the case, you cannot spec in the supersports seats, new alloys and a few additional bits. It wouldn't be so bad if you could just de-select the sunroof!
I consider the bottom has dropped out of the RS3 market I have just bought a 69 plate 2 month old for 7 grand off list My 1st RS3 i only got free metallic I REST MY CASE
When you own an RS3 and still watch reviews about your car LOL
Snap lol
How much was yours?
@@brandonknable7890 £39,000
Same here...every day ha! My family think I’m a sad 60 year old chav!!
In it
Audi do us all a favor and NEVER get rid of the 5 pot
This will be the last RS3 having the 2.5 TFSI. The next one will come as hybrid with 4 pots.
Get rid of it so current gen goes up in value 😝
Jan Britt are you being serious??
@@AR-tj1no Sadly, I am.
@@GeneralBritt Definitely a good time to get the 2019 RS 3 then? That definitely sways my opinion.
I'd buy it straight away...but the problem is money...
right with you mate..just about to head off to Audi - wait, haven't the cash.
That's fine just sell a testicle or a kidney.
Same but a 2008/2011 1.9Tdi A3 remaped to 250BHP will do for now
@@MrHussain1998 Ninja 650
Just find a way to make money guys!!! Never say i can’t afford it!!!😃
Audi and bmw have been supporting alot of car content on alot of channel's
Allen Saunders yeah its not for propaganda or anything
Can't wait for the 2021 RS3 performance with 450 HP. It also has carbon ceramic brakes option, ton of standard features, more space....everything's getting better!
I want an RS3 SO BAD. Also, great having Joe in the channel. He is great!
If you work hard you'll get it 👍. I'm sure they mentioned on the video about financing these.
What made TopGear great was that they were brave enough to actually criticise in reviewing new stuff. It wasnt always about hyping things up. It was refreshing and now that time is over. Because everything is back to hyping things.
Ford ranger wildtrack 3.2 has a 5 cylinder
Harri Greenaway but it’s a ford 😂
Fords are my favourite cars
If only the Ranger Raptor. 😠
Dagenham dustbin
What happened to becoming a pro drifter Paul? 🤣
Gone the same way as his Lambo.....a non starter
@@tonyrussell1026 like every other idea hes ever had.....
I’m certain you guys have followed through on every idea you’ve ever conceived.
Lol proper fail!
That was bullshit.
The ford ranger has a 5 cylinder diesel and I don’t know if they still use them but mercedes had some five cylinder diesels in the past
They are far too expensive for what they are but a great car with a fantastic engine none the less, love a 5 cylinder
+1
They're not out of reach. They're worth their price because they're as quick as Ferrari's to 60, can carry 4 people and you get that V10 sounding 5 cylinder (especially when you tune to 600/700HP)
What would you buy instead?
Audi's 5 pot RS cars are unique. The sound and performance combination is awesome, and something we'll all miss in around 10 years time if a certain group of people get their own way. I'm a very happy owner of an RSQ3 (340bhp), would love an RS3, but being an old git with a bad back, I "settled" for the Q3. 0 - 62 in 4.8 seconds, 36 mpg on a run is possible.....and it's rare, less than 1k ever registered in the UK (including the earlier 310 bhp model). Like all the 5 pot RSs, great daily drivers....but a bit bonkers when you feel the need.....especially in a small SUV!
Great vid, lucky enough to own a 2017 RS3 Sportback. Amazing everyday car with 400ps 0-60 under 4s and that 5 pot sound and exhaust system on the 2017 never fails to make me smile! Shame they’ve changed it on the 2019
howsk71 what have they changed on the 19 bro
@@jasonelliott8101 Shitty exhaust filter that ruins the sound and makes the car slower.
TriHard Cx if you put an after market exhaust then does it sound the same as the older one?
@@mrunknown2341 It won't necessarily sound exactly the same, but definitely better than stock. You could also remove the filter, just make sure to put it back before inspection.
TriHard Cx thanks for your response bro
Should do some slightly more budget reviews, such as S3, Golf GTi, Leon Cupra etc.
Check out Hamza tr, officiallygassed and livinglifefast.they produce better/more relatable content
phantom2k10 Yh been watching them for ages, talking for the benefit of Paul and his watchers
So the only thing new about the facelift of the facelift RS3 is that it’s quieter?
Panroof, minuscule bits of carbon on the interior and the sport seats
And the handling it's not so nose heavy now
Took delivery of my North America 2019 RS3 without the OPF last week and love it.. Will go stage II in a few thousand miles or so...
highflysugar why did you get the 2019 and not wait for the 2020. Do you have any idea if they are changing the 2020 dramatically ?
It’s still so much quieter than the ones without the new filter even with sports exhaust
The best spec RS3...daytona grey with tints and black optics. love the rs3 !!
My nardo grey looks way better!
+1
Good old RS3. Can't go wrong with them!?
A45....
M Jam flop car
M Jam boring
M Jam just doesn’t come as old as RS3 Hatch
@@minnaala-mantila929 ugly
Still loving my RS3
Hows the build going mate last time I saw on your channel I think it was stage 2. Beautiful car 👌
@@TC-db5fm mine is still stock but I've had Chris's stage 2 APR and Shaun's stage 2 custom tune on before. We actually took them to the drags on the weekend and put them head to head,.the video will be up in the next few days.
Here in Australia you have a 5cylinder turbo Diesel engine in out ford rangers
Gotta love the RS3. What a car 👌
i love my Audi Rs3 its so much fun just made it stage 2
I have this car here in Canada with the sport exhaust as well as all the options on your test car. This is a fantastic car. I very, very happy I bought it. Unfortunately we won't be receiving the 2022 model in Canada otherwise I would have bought one.
Why don’t you buy one as a daily?
Great video! What do you think of the OPF filter in the exhaust in this update compared to the 2018 model? I think it still sounds very good surprisingly!
Honestly just get this as a daily ffs
9 Times Champion TFSI 2.5 👌🏼
It's half of a v10. That's it. I'm sold.
You must love inline 6’s then, being half a V12 haha
@@xDAAAZEx lmaoo
They really do sound close to a v10 though, and have you seen what upgraded turbos do to the rs3? Running insane numbers
@@MaxSpeedMike mate trust me, got a one on stage 2 with water meth injection and e85 and destroyed a 18 e63 s off the line and pulled on it slowly from a roll. Both times were without the meth and e85 map just stage 2 and hardware.
In the end the merc driver wanted to switch driver with passenger for re run 😂😂😂
@@TC-db5fm lmaoo that's awesome man
This the car I really wanted but I got such a good deal on a 2020 A4 Avant Black Ed 40tfsi I went with that, £1.2k down £219 a month. Rs3 or S3 was £3k-£4.5k deposit and £400-£475 a month.
i prefer the a45 mate.
good sound
beter interior and ex
like the sound more of the a45.
The problem is not in picking the right car tho it’s all about how much u got in your pocket
Main reason i bought my MK2 Focus ST is because it's a 5 cylinder. Sounds epic with a straight through 😍
I have an end of 2018 RS3 sedan, and there are occasional pop and bangs, they are rewarding and they are big :) The general sound is better on the new RS3 though, IMO, especially at low RPM.
No pops and bangs???? I'll keep my 2017 RS3 saloon thanks.
More or less same gen with a few expensive extras and sportback wheels lol if u have a saloon keep it and let's all hope they disband the 5 pot so our gen will appreciate 👍
Problem with the aftermarket exhaust is that if you get this car on finance which 90% of people will it’s against the agreement to make any changes until all payments are finished so u wouldn’t be able to do it for a long time into the owner ship
The problem is after the recall they sound muted compared to last year
Mercs fanboy here but if i ever went elsewhere it's got to be audi
Orderd mine two weeks ago as a sportback ;)
Nice, congrats man. I've got an S3 right now, and it's time to get something new, so I'm trying to decide between the RS3 and an M2. Do you mind if I ask how long it will take between your order and the actual delivery? Is it a month? Two? Three? Regardless of whether I go with the M2 or RS3 it looks like I'll have to order it, and the wait time is one of the main things I'm curious about. (I emailed my Audi sales rep a few weeks ago with some questions, but he wasn't very specific with that particular answer)
Enjoy the new ride! I can't even imagine my current car with 100 more HP. I think you're gonna have some fun
@@hlf_coder6272 hold out for the rs3 man might be a six month wait though, my missus just ordered a ttrs in Jan due sometime in June
Also depends on whether you prefer the rwd characteristics of m2 or raw brutal awd power of the audis. But coming from the s3 you'll love it.
Second hand or nearly new rs3s going for a quite a bit cheaper (up to 3k on mileage) and are available too. Got mine used but almost 10k cheaper than brand new (considering extras and specs included) with 3k on the clock. Too worried about general depreciation off shown room floor. Good luck with you choice nonetheless 👍
Ford Ranger Wildtrak has a 3.2 litre 5 cylinder i5 diesel
Because it sounds similar a V10!!!
eh, subaru never did a 5 cylinder engine....
Stuart thought so
Great day buddy, could have done with a few days up there... Enjoy Monaco you lucky bugger!
Really giving it a lot of thought about buying an s3
Your old rs3 video from 2015 made me buy an rs3 in 2016 and im thinking of a new one for 2020 and this might be the video that persuades me.
Jamie any idea if they are changing a lot in the car from the 2019-2020
@@AR-tj1no i have no idea but im not liking this OPF filter they have put in the exhaust from 2019> due to new emissions laws. It really muffles the sound. Still sounds better than the rs4 or rs5 though.
@@JamieS1874 I completely agree, I honestly think it sounds better than the stock RS 7. I know I will get a lot of hate for that comment. A custom exhaust and tune might fix that filter!
Get the 2019 RS 3 or wait for the 2020 RS 3?
Ford produce a 5 pot for the Ranger don't they?
Ford Ranger / Everest / Endeavour has a 3.2L 5 cylinder search it up guys
In the Netherlands the price starts at almost 84K pounds for the TTRS, and for the RS3 almost 75K pounds. So do'nt complain about expensive;)
In Denmark the RS3 starts at around 135.000 euro.. So yea, please dont complain 😉
Sounds amazing for 19 plate
Got mine in July. So much fun.
surprised me because i was told by audi sales employees that the 2018 RS3 was no longer in production run that was 6-8 months ago..
who would spend that kind of money on audi's version of honda civic type R. sure the engine sounds nice and its a rocket but it still a german version of a civic. the interior feels like a civic.
@@golfmaniac007 civic type R isn't even in the same league as the S3 audi seriously dude..... and i looked at PCP on the civic and RS3 and the differance was extra£1000 on initial and £50 per month more for RS3 and that is with £8k's of extras you'd have to be a clinical moron to PCP the civic !!
@@djaveitlarge i never said the Civic type R is in the same league. i said its Audi's version of the Civic type R. for Audi's luxury standards, the interior of the A3 is pretty cheap looking. very basic. just that in the RS3 you get the juicy engine.
I have a 19 plate audi s3 and it is very quiet not what i expected at all
Man I love this car! Must be a sedan though....
That dap up the was clean 😮💨
Joe Achillies channel is well worth following. No click bait shite there. Good humour.
Not a car but the Ford Ranger and the Ford Everest(SUV) comes in a 3.2L 5cyl. So the RS3 might be the only car/hatch with a 5cyl engine.
hope Audi has sorted out the little " going missing " problem
Is this car a worthy upgrade from a mk7 golf r?
This channel has fully died I used to watch him a year ago and watched him every day I dunno this channel no new cars and that Lamborghini though being such a good car it was good for it’s time not now also we liked it when he used to link up with Archie and Tom also tony it was a good laugh and top gear style video this is what we want also when you used to go Monaco with Seb Delanney and what happened between you and seen through glass?
My favorite car audi rs3 sedan
Baby R8 is the one✌🔥
this is actually a sick daily
That's Dope😍
One of the best sounding engine's too!5 cyl Porn!
If I could afford the insurance this would be on my drive rn
The Ford Ranger 3.2 is a 5 pot diesel😂
PaulBeats would it sound a little like an RS3 ?
Still doesn't sound as good as the rally quattro's of the 80's
The older block still sounds insane nevertheless this is a awesome car
That is easily resolved with aftermarket exhaust, to horror of neighbors
In Australia there is a 5 cylinder ford focus xr5 turbo and it does sound amazing....loving the content paul keep it up!!!!
Not available any, and that was Volvo's 5 cylinder :)
"Two grand at the end is like..nothing" said nobody I know...ever
Ford Endeavour 3.2 L spec has 5 cylinders
So which to buy.... M2 comp....or the RS3????
Mindy G the correct answer is "both!" Those two, plus a 4Runner, are the perfect three car, year round, ~ $170k family-man garage.
@@jimettamarna417 I can only get one for daily driving so you pick.
That jumper is sick
It doesn't look that bad.....
LOVE my RS3!
Audi tt rs is way better same engine but lighter/ edit just heard you are using that car too lol
I loved my TT, definitely having another one at some point. RS4 for the family wagon and TT S/RS for me :)
TT will be discontinued after the 2019s, Audi announced 3 weeks or so back. So if you are going to have one, now's the time...
And with small Mods with stock Turbo you are a lot faster than the Audi R8 ;)
I was looking at the saloon version of the RS3 but settled instead for the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio. I must say I don’t regret it!
think sebs been behind this Joe chap before
Chevrolet uses a 5 cylinder engine in its midsize pick up trucks....
It has not for years....
I guess not.... i didnt reslize that. Great engine, shame they quit using it....
RS3😍😍😍
Not an audi fan but they sound incredible
The repackaging is terrible, 'sports edition' with a horrible heavy roof. They haven't done this for the benefit of buyers, they've done it to reduce the number of individual emissions checks they have to do to reach our shores; all the options are available separate in Germany.
Ian the options are still available separate but you have to select just the standard RS3 instead of the Audi Sport version on their website.
Not quite the case, you cannot spec in the supersports seats, new alloys and a few additional bits. It wouldn't be so bad if you could just de-select the sunroof!
Hey Paul that RS3 is one Hell of a car .I live up in Vancouver British Columbia Canada and those car are very limited in my area. 😎👍
Yoo love Scotland love audis this video was great man
I consider the bottom has dropped out of the RS3 market
I have just bought a 69 plate 2 month old for 7 grand off list
My 1st RS3 i only got free metallic I REST MY CASE
But you told me I should buy a Cupra Ateca ... and I'm in the process of doing so after my test drive today.
And you took his word instead of doing your own research??
@@joshoprayy How have I not done my own research? Are you spying on me?
I'm going to be moving to Scotland as it seems they have no speed limits joy !
Only 70kg between them. Not 200kg! Great cars though. 7/10th the car the R8 is.
Some Iroz motorsport goodies and that thing becomes untouchable. 8second 1/4s, Low 3 second 100-200s etc.
Rs3 = greatest affordable hatchback/saloon available
Sexy wheels. They had a few years where the factory wheels were trash
no pop ands bang is the only disappointment about the 2018 RS3 over the 2015
What’s this filter they keep talking about?
Sure I'll buy it, after I sold everything else I own, including my organs.
Carnt afford either but id love an ausi TT S line TFSI
The opf has destroyed what was once a good sounding car, gone will be the days of having a great sounding petrol
They start selling it?
Bought one! Super happy
Where is the Hoodie from?
Is there any easy way to reduce turbo lag in the RS3? thx
Frank Halavy Honestly I’ve noticed it in mine, worth a scan in case it needs some tlc?