Steve Q

It's been a long time coming, but Audi enthusiasts in the United States will soon have a new sports sedan to enjoy. The RS 3 is slated to reach dealerships in the summer, and its MSRP will start at just under $60,000. And we do mean just. Audi lists the RS 3 at $58,900, with a mandatory destination fee of $1,095 being extra. Added together, the total is $59,995 and for that, you actually get quite a bit. All RS 3 models have the same turbocharged 2.5-liter inline-five, making 401 horsepower (299 kilowatts). For the record, that's a few ponies more than you'll find in the RS 3 across the pond, and power still goes to all four wheels through a seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox. It's enough to send the sedan to 60 mph in 3.6 seconds, and if you really love the bright green exterior, it's a no-charge color. However, it's the only no-charge color Audi offers, so being less conspicuous will cost you. You'll pay $595 for any other color on the palette, or if none of those meet your needs, you can choose something custom through Audi's $3,900 exclusive special paint color option. To find the most expensive RS 3 you can get, we naturally selected that option in our fictional build. Other options include the RS Technology package for $2,750. That gives you a few notable items including a heads-up display, navigation, the upgraded Bang & Olufsen stereo, and a six-month subscription to Audi Connect, among other things. The $5,500 Dynamic Plus package adds ceramic front brakes, a carbon engine cover, and a bump in the speed limiter to 180 mph. More carbon fiber is available in the Carbon package, adding the material to the side mirrors, side sill inlays, and spoiler. Other miscellaneous items like Audi Side Assist with cross-traffic alert and a sport exhaust system take us to the grand total: $76,245. Audi also offers a few packages that are only available with the green exterior. Those include the Black Optic Plus package and the RS Design package green, but a Kyalami Green RS 3 with every option selected still isn't as much as choosing something with a custom paint job. The total with these items selected is $74,595. Those who choose no options still get a seriously quick sports sedan that's nicely equipped. 19-inch wheels are standard, as is a sport-tuned suspension. Inside you'll find a fully digital cockpit with a 12.3-inch driver display, a 10.1-inch center screen, and numerous drive modes to make the most of the power. And while 180 mph is a neat bragging point with friends at the pub, a zero-option RS 3 still accelerates to 155 mph just as quick as a fully-loaded model. https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.motor1.com/news/583848/2022-audi-rs3-price/amp/

In a recent interview with Automotive News Europe, an unidentified contact within the talks for Audi to join Formula One via a McLaren investment is becoming more unlikely. The unnamed contact explained to Automotive News Europe that price expectations between the two automotive giants are just too far apart at this point in time. Could this end Audi’s Formula One Aspirations? In a VW Group Livestream called "Dialog with Diess" held in German on the official VW Group page on YouTube, Volkswagen Group CEO Herbert Diess revealed that both Audi and Porsche plan to join Formula One for the 2026 season. This exciting news confirmed months of rumors about both Audi and Porsche’s involvement in F1. Diess explained that both Audi and Porsche would join Formula One since this highly competitive space is the perfect way to promote these prominent luxury brands. The VW Group CEO explained that the upcoming 2026 regulation changes are the perfect time to enter the sport. This is mainly because of F1’s plan to phase in fully sustainable fuels to run their internal combustion engines which feeds into VW Group’s focus on green technology. Both Audi and Porsche have started to work on developing their own engines for the 2026 Formula One season, however, it is still unclear how they plan to join the starting grid. According to rumors, Porsche may join Redbull as an engine supplier to take the place of Honda who recently departed F1 in 2021 after Redbull driver Max Verstappen won the World Drivers Championship. As for Audi, rumors suggested they would invest heavily in the McLaren F1 team to secure a controlling stake and supply its new engine to the team. The McLaren F1 team currently uses a Mercedes-AMG sourced powertrain to power its Formula One car. This exciting new prospect seems to be in jeopardy according to the latest leak shared by Automotive News Europe as it seems pricing has become a sticking point between McLaren and Audi. Rumors suggest that Audi is also looking into teams like Alpha Romeo which is owned by the independent racing organization Sauber and uses Ferrari engines or even Aston Martin, which is another smaller F1 team. https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.motor1.com/news/584417/audi-mclaren-f1-team-deal/amp/

No probs. The Bromley pageant of motoring is a mixed event which might appeal to you. If we can get more members from Milton Keynes interested then we could get a regular meet, I'll put it on the Facebook group too 👍

If you've built up a rapport with them what's making you question it?

It's funny you mention this as I'm trying to start regular meets. Have a look at the midlands section and see if you'd be interested in any of them. Also there's Jap vs German show tomorrow (look under national events), you'd be more welcome to display your car with us tomorrow 🙂

Glad you got sorted 🙂 it's amazing how often it is the pump.

Even if they find faults you don't have to have them repaired there. It's a tough decision. I'd be getting recommendations for each garage.

No probs at all 🙂

Good plan, I'm still surprised the previous owner didn't code the battery.

I'd get the battery coded first of all as the mmi might have gone into a safe mode for security. Whilst the diagnostic Machine is plug in you may as well see what fault codes flag up. As you may find the mmi needs a reset or has failed. If it does boot up but you haven't got a code Audi can supply you with one. Regarding the gearbox when was the oil last changed? The CVT boxes aren't the strongest but if you check the codes for the mmi issue then you might find a fault with the gearbox. As it could be a module.

You could look at upgraded hoses (silicone) and regarding the limp mode I'd be getting a diagnostic check. Was the remap done on a rolling road or just via a computer on your drive?

Ford did the same in the 70s with the pinto or similar in the US. Along with Chevrolet with the corvair in the 60s.

You're welcome 🙂 next show is this Sunday (Jap Vs german) we have a club display and you've be more than welcome to come along and display your car. Have a look under the events section for more info 👍

Sorry you're experiencing these issues. If you bought it on finance you could contact them to explain the issues and say it's not fit for purpose and you want to return it. See what they say. I'm sure when they speak to Audi something will be done then!

That is very surprising!

Glad this forum helped you 🙂

Welcome to the forum you'll find the members on here are a friendly and helpful bunch 🙂 Nice looking A5 you have there 🙂

Glad this thread helped and glad you got the part ordered 🙂 you'll be back on your way in no time 👍

Sorry to hear of your situation. Hope you find a job soon 🙂 I'm with Steve on this one and I'd definitely fit the thermostat to see if that cures the issues.

You're most welcome, glad this thread helped 🙂 the most up-to-date part ends in a letter b 👍

If it's roughly the same era then should fit. Your other option is to fit an aftermarket radio. What radio is fitted currently? As the easiest option would be to replace it with the same.

Hope it gets sorted Tony 🙂

Spoke to the event organiser today. Those wishing to display their cars need to arrive no later than 9:30. Looks like it's going to be their biggest show yet!

Make sure you have pictures of the tyres before you send them off. As well as pictures of all the numbers in the side as I'm sure they'll be a batch number or something on them.

A5 kev 🙂 If it were me I'd be looking at sourcing one from eBay. It's amazing how many speakers seem to go on the a5s.