Audi RS 3 Sedan
400 hp, 3,8 s 0-100 : among the 4 compacts 2024–2028, the RS 3 Sedan ranks 0–100 km/h, Top speed, Power-to-weight. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.
- Power
- 400 hp
- 500 Nm
- 0 → 100 km/h
- 3.8 s
- VMax 250 km/h
- Cons.
- 9.3 L
- /100 km
- Tank
- 55 L
Full specifications
Manufacturer data. Consumption and range estimated from the WLTP cycle; performance simulated by the Caralogy physics engine.
Powertrain
- Displacement
- 2,480 cm³
- Power
- 400 hp
- Couple
- 500 Nm
- Gearbox
- Convertisseur de couple 7 rapports Automatique
- Transmission
- Integrale (AWD)
Consumption
- Cons. WLTP
- 9.3 L/100 km
- Tank
- 55 L
Performance
- 0 → 100 km/h
- 3,8 s
- VMax
- 250 km/h
Dimensions and environment
- Length
- 4,533 mm
- Wheelbase
- 2,629 mm
- Width
- 1,851 mm
- Height
- 1,393 mm
- Boot
- 321 L
- Kerb weight
- 1,565 kg
- Cd
- 0.32
- CO₂ WLTP
- 210 g/km
Caralogy Methodology
Performance (0-100, top speed) simulated by the Caralogy physics engine (SCx, Crr, real torque curves). Motorway consumption values estimated from the manufacturer WLTP cycle.
See full methodologyManufacturer data · WLTP-estimated consumption · Caralogy-simulated performance
Among the 4 compacts, the RS 3 Sedan ranks in acceleration. Caralogy simulates its real-world performance: motorway simulation, performance simulation and consumption simulation.
Tailored to this vehicle?
Demanding drivers: 0–100 km/h (3.8 s), Power-to-weight (256 hp/t). 0–100 km/h (3.8 s), Power-to-weight (256 hp/t).
Frequent urban trips with stop-and-go. At 9,3 L/100 km on the combined cycle, consumption rises in the city without electric assistance. An HEV or PHEV would be more economical for this use profile.
If the priority is 0–100 km/h, the Audi RS 3 Sportback (1st with 3.8 s) takes the lead. If the priority is Top speed, the Audi S3 Sportback (1st with 250 km/h) takes the lead.
Acceleration: 3.8 s 0-100 (0–100 km/h)
In pure acceleration, the RS 3 Sedan ranks 0–100 km/h, 0.0 s off the reference Audi RS 3 Sportback (3.8 s).
Top speed: 250 km/h (Top speed)
Top speed of 250 km/h. The segment reference reaches 250 km/h.
Go beyond this analysis
Recalculate everything for your own profile with the three physics simulators that power this page.
Running cost for your profile
Adjust mileage, driving mix and charging type to estimate your annual energy budget.
Launch simulatorLong-distance trip
Simulate any motorway trip: time, charging stops, total cost.
Simulate a tripTimes & acceleration
0-100, 0-200, speed curve, segment position.
See the performanceWhere the RS 3 Sedan stands against compacts
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Cross-energy alternatives
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Audi RS 3 Sedan: what you need to know
Well-argued answers to the most asked questions about this model, based on Caralogy data and simulations.
Where does the RS 3 Sedan rank in its segment?
Among the 4 compacts 2024–2028, the RS 3 Sedan ranks 0–100 km/h (3.8 s, behind the Audi RS 3 Sportback), Top speed (250 km/h, behind the Audi S3 Sportback), Power-to-weight (256 hp/t, behind the Audi RS 3 Sportback).
How much does the RS 3 Sedan cost to run?
Running costs depend on your profile (mileage, charging type, city/highway mix). Use the Caralogy consumption simulator for a personalised estimate.
Why not a Audi RS 3 Sportback instead?
The Audi RS 3 Sportback leads in 0–100 km/h (3.8 s vs 3.8 s). The choice depends on your priorities: check the RS 3 Sedan vs Audi RS 3 Sportback duel for a detailed comparison.
How does Caralogy calculate its figures?
Caralogy does not reproduce manufacturer figures: we recalculate every number through physics simulation, starting from SCx, mass and the power curve. This is why our figures at 130 km/h differ from WLTP. Full methodology on the dedicated page.