RS3 VS S3 DRIVING POV/REVIEW // IS THE RS3 WORTH THE EXTRA CHEDDAR?

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[JonesThePhysics]

Am lucky enough to have had a 2017 S3 (310ps) and now have a 2018 RS3 (400ps), both pre-filter age and stock. S3 was much more responsive, very fun and more than you would ever need on UK public roads. But the 5 pot and a sports exhaust, my word. No noise comes close.

[KJR-vhrh]

I'm always looking out for when you post new review videos. Way better than any other motoring journalist, very comprehensive videos. Keep doing what you are doing absolutely love it!

[Adamlllllllllllljjjljljjjjj]

Great video! Id have the S3 as a daily. The RS3 is so hardcore I think I’d lose my license and feel too restricted with its performance due to the speed limits and traffic. Whereas the S3 I think will be nice to drive when in traffic as it’s like a normal A3

[steviep_]

I have watched this many times. I think Im just not able to afford the RS3 just yet, and my current A3 is showing more problems that I dont want to fix. I will be getting an S3 within the next couple of weeks, I am too impatient to wait to get an RS3 a little bit down the line, So I will just have to believe that my S3 is an RS3 😀 But I am more likely to A.. loose my licence, B go bankrupt with fueling the thing.

Lovely video as always

[samspencer]

Had the TVS gearbox software installed on my RS3 it's transformed the car, it's how it should've been from factory. Good that you highlighted the understeer situation with the FL RS3 because on the road it's non-existent.

[The_Invisible_Voice]

Tom your videos always make my day! Keep doing what you’re doing bro

[maxmustermann]

Perfect timing as I just picked up my "new" 2017 S3 sedan. It's plenty of power for everyday sporty driving, even on German Autobahn. Can't say I crave for more power, a sharper steering would be nice but really it's the perfect balance of decent comfort and sport. RS3 is a different performance league and the obvious choice for track days or as a weekend fun ride.

[SilveryFoxster]

I have a 2018 S3 with all the toys. It’s has a Stage1 remap with a Scorpion resdelete exhaust. It looks, sounds and performs perfectly. The RS3 is nice but I’m more than happy with my S3.

[AdamKellow]

Great video as always, would love to see an A3/S3/RS3 8Y on the channel to see how they compare to the 8V’s. looking to upgrade but not sure if it’s worth while

[laurencemoore]

Had both. Day to day S3 does 9/10 of what the RS3 does on UK roads. For the ~£20 delta I just bought a 911 996 4s. Perfect 2 car garage for RS3 money

[Birmingham_racing]

I think everyone s3 owner wants a rs3 but it's all down to if you have the finances

[DulcBkbyBrantn]

rs3 is literally overpowered even in stock form. if money was nothing id buy like 3 rs3s so when one breaks i have more

[ProLexHD]

I had a trip last summer from Norway to Germany with my rs3, and it was lovely! My average fuel economy was ~6L/100km... until i went on the german autobahn! I had no problems at all with the car, and it handled the 4000+km trip fantastic! would 100% recommend an rs3!

[jonathanphang]

Seeing as they are very similar in a lot of ways, how would you compare and contrast the S3 and Golf R? Personally, I actually prefer the interior (with the right leather) in the Golf, and also the infotainment just looks nicer one the 7.5 - All a bit subjective though as people will usualy cite Audi as having a higher class interior. Would be interesting to hear any thoughts on driving dynmamics differences.

[incognito]

You cant have semi skimmed milk, when theres full fat on offer. RS3 all day.

[AidenWrenPierce]

How long until we see you review the current RS3? Can't wait to hear your thoughts!

[beano]

Mag Ride will financially ruin you when it goes wrong 😂

[oliverscott]

Love the car, but according to the busy bodies on the Audi forums the Ferodo DS2500 pads are not for road use and void insurance if found to be using them!

[grayed]

Clocks look way cooler with the redline/ shift lights in the RS3

[murlocmerc]

At an indy mechanic, how are the maintenance costs going from an s3 to the rs3