Chris Atkinson
2023 Audi RS3 performance review
Atko takes Audi's compact Nurburgring record holder onto Queensland Raceway to see if it's quicker than the Mercedes-AMG A45 S.
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Audi RS 3 vs Mercedes-AMG A45
Comparing 2 of 3 vehicles
2022 Audi RS 3 - Base
2.5L, 7-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, 4x4
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Overview
Variant
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Variant
Mercedes-Amg
Body type
Hatchback
Body type
Hatchback
Engine size
2.5 L
Engine size
2.0 L
Drive type
4x4
Drive type
4x4
Fuel efficiency (combined)
8.3 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
7.6 / 100 km
Power and torque
294kW / 500Nm
Power and torque
225kW / 400Nm
663km
671km
Warranty
5 years
Warranty
5 years
Doors
5
Doors
5
Seats
5
Seats
5
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Safety rating
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Safety rating
5.00 Stars
Specifications
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Cruise Control
Manufacturer Name: Active Distance Assist Distronic
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Steering: yes
Suspension: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Steering: yes
Illuminated Entry System
Logo Projection: yes
Illuminated Entry System
Logo Projection: yes
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Media Control
Touch Screen: yes
Media Control
Touch Pad: yes
Touch Screen: yes
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Other Months Subscription Included: 0
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Other Months Subscription Included: 0
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Navigation System: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Virtual Assistant: Other
Voice Activating System
Includes Air Conditioning: yes
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Navigation System: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Virtual Assistant: Other
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: Satellite View
Screen Size (in): 10.1
Traffic Info: yes
Traffic Info Months of Subscription: Unlimited
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Screen Size (in): 10.3
Traffic Info: yes
Over Air Updates
Type: Ota Updates
Over Air Updates
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Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Semi-Auto Park, Perpendicular & Exit
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Semi-Automatic Park & Exit
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Sensor & Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Sensor & Camera
Remote Services
Beep Flash: yes
Find My Car: yes
Geo Fencing: yes
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Send Destination To Car: yes
Speed Alert: yes
Remote Services
Beep Flash: yes
Find My Car: yes
Geo Fencing: yes
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Send Destination To Car: yes
Speed Alert: yes
Theft Alert: yes
Vehicle Start: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Type: Automatic
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Type: Automatic
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 3
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 1
Facial Gesture Control
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Facial Gesture Control
Location: Front
Remote HVAC Control
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Remote HVAC Control
Includes Phone: yes
Includes Timer: yes
Telematics
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Telematics
Advanced Auto Collision Notification: yes
Breakdown Assistance: yes
Concierge Months Included: 0
Connection Type: Via Sim In Vehicle
Tracker System: yes
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 190
Standard Met: Eu6.2 (C And D-Temp)
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 150
CO2 Level (Combined): 172
CO2 Level (Urban): 210
Standard Met: EU6
Energy Recuperation
Engine: yes
Energy Recuperation
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Engine
Bore Engine: 82.5
Engine (cc): 2480
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2.5
Number of Cylinders: 5
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 92.8
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Engine
Bore Engine: 83.0
Engine (cc): 1991
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: M 260
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 92.0
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 98
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 98
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 98
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 98
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 14.5
Main Capacity (L): 55
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 12.1
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 13.5
Main Capacity (L): 51
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 11.2
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
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Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 10.1
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 12.3
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 10.3
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 10.3
Instrument Cluster
Head Up Display: Windscreen
Reconfigurable: yes
Instrument Cluster
Head Up Display: Windscreen
Reconfigurable: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 663
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 412
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 12.0
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 8.3
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 34
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 28
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 671
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 417
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 13.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 7.6
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 37
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 31
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 15.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 6.6
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 43
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 36
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 10.8
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 9.3
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 30
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 25
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 3.8
Maximum Speed (km/h): 250
Maximum Speed (mph): 155
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 4.7
Maximum Speed (km/h): 250
Maximum Speed (mph): 155
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 400
Maximum Power (kW): 294
Maximum Torque (Nm): 500
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5600
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2250
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 306
Maximum Power (kW): 225
Maximum Torque (Nm): 400
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5800
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3000
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 8.3
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 7.6
Drive
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Drive
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full And Part-Time
Selection: Automatic
Transmission
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Speeds: 7
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Speeds: 7
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Painted Calipers: yes
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Painted Calipers: yes
Power Steering
Variable Rack: yes
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Power Steering
Variable Rack: yes
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Suede & Leather
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Alloy & Leather
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Type: Electronic
Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Type: Electronic
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Diameter: 19
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 93
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 30
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 265
Rear Wheels Tire Diameter: 19
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 92
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 35
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 245
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Diameter: 19
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 35
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 235
Rear Wheels Tire Diameter: 19
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 35
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 235
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 19
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 9.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 19
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 19
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 19
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Rear Two Tone: yes
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Platform Code: Mqb-Evo
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Platform Code: Mfa2
Wheelbase Type: Short
Black Trim
Around Side Windows: yes
Black Trim
Around Side Windows: yes
Exhaust Pipe: yes
Spoiler
Roof Spoiler Colour: Toned
Location: Roof
Spoiler
Roof Spoiler Colour: Toned
Location: Roof
Roof Spoiler Type: Wing
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 39.0
Rear Seat Down (L): 1104
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 10.0
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 282
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 42.7
Rear Seat Down (L): 1210
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 13.1
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 370
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 62.7
Front Track (mm): 1592
Overall Height (in): 56.5
Overall Height (mm): 1436
Overall Length (in): 172.8
Overall Length (mm): 4389
Overall Width (in): 72.9
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 78.1
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 1984
Overall Width (mm): 1851
Rear Track (in): 60.0
Rear Track (mm): 1524
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 39.4
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 12000
Wheelbase (in): 103.6
Wheelbase (mm): 2631
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10500
Front Track (in): 61.7
Front Track (mm): 1567
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 4.1
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 104
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 34.4
Overall Height (in): 56.7
Overall Height (mm): 1440
Overall Length (in): 174.0
Overall Length (mm): 4419
Overall Width (in): 70.7
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 84.9
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2157
Overall Width (mm): 1796
Rear Track (in): 60.9
Rear Track (mm): 1547
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 36.1
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11000
Wheelbase (in): 107.4
Wheelbase (mm): 2729
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 40.5
Front Headroom (mm): 1028
Rear Headroom (in): 37.6
Rear Headroom (mm): 955
Front Hip Room (in): 54.8
Front Hip Room (mm): 1392
Rear Hip Room (in): 53.0
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1346
Front Shoulder Room (in): 57.4
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1459
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 56.1
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1425
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 40.3
Front Headroom (mm): 1024
Rear Headroom (in): 37.8
Rear Headroom (mm): 960
Front Hip Room (in): 52.9
Front Hip Room (mm): 1344
Rear Hip Room (in): 50.7
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1287
Front Shoulder Room (in): 55.1
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1400
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 54.0
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1372
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Hands Free Release: yes
Type: Lifting Gate
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Headlight Control
Active High Beam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Fog Light Function: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Matrix: yes
Headlight Control
Active High Beam: yes
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Fog Light Function: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Matrix: yes
Paint
External Colour: red
Type: Pearl
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Gloss
Roof Rails
Colour: Black
Roof Rails
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Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Remote
Front Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front Sunroof Tilting: yes
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Remote
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 0
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2075
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4575
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1570
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3461
Tare Weight (kg): 1536
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 0
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1800
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3968
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2025
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4464
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1555
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3428
Tare Weight (kg): 1524
Audio System
Audio Player Reads MP3: yes
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Audio Player Reads MP3: yes
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total Front USB Connections: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total Front USB Connections: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Brand: Bang & Olufsen
Number of Speakers: 15
Subwoofer: yes
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 8
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Door Sill Protector
Illuminated: yes
Door Sill Protector
Illuminated: yes
Floor Mats
Material: Textile
Floor Mats
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Luxury Trim
Doors: Carbon Fibre
Instrument Panel: Carbon Fibre
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy
Doors: Synthetic Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 9
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Level: 1 - Driver Assistance
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Maximum Speed For Operation (km/h): 250
Maximum Speed For Operation (mph): 155
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Brakes: yes
Activates Steering: yes
Maximum Speed For Operation (km/h): 200
Maximum Speed For Operation (mph): 124
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Buzzer: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Buzzer: yes
Manufacturer Code: 234
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
Crash Test Results
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Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 96.00
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 91.00
ANCAP Date Tested: 20181024
ANCAP Overall: 5.00
ANCAP Pedestrian: Good
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 92.00
ANCAP Rating Year: 2018
ANCAP Rear Crash Protect Head Restraint Rating: Good
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 73.00
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Active Massage: yes
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 2
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Thigh Support Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Suede
Main Seat Material: Premium Leather
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Premium Leather
Main Seat Material: Premium Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Heater Type: Combustion
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Heater Type: Combustion
Power Locks
Includes Power Windows: yes
Operation: Card Key
Power Locks
Includes Power Windows: yes
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 25000
Distance (miles): 15534
Period (Months): 12
Variable Distance Period: yes
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Audi's littlest RS model soldiers on with sonorous five-cylinder grunt and is as quick and engaging as ever. AMG A45 who?
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