Andy_Bangle Posted February 20, 2013 Report Share Posted February 20, 2013 The de-tuned TT RS- and RS3-sourced 2.5-litre turbocharged unit, drops power from 350hp (355PS) to 306hp (310PS) and produces a peak torque figure of 420Nm (309.8 lb-ft) available between 1,500 and 5,200 rpm. Connected to a standard seven-speed S tronic dual clutch transmission that transfers power to all four corners via Audi's quattro permanent all-wheel drive system with a hydraulically operated and electronically controlled multi-plate clutch located at the rear axle. So how fast is the production RS Q3? According to Ingolstadt, it takes 5.5 seconds to complete the sprint from 0 to 100 km/h (62mph), and its top speed is electronically governed to 250 km/h (155mph). As far as fuel economy is concerned, the performance version of the Q3 series returns a combined figure of 8.8lt/100 km (32.1 UK mpg). To improve handling, quattro engineers tweaked the suspension and lowered the ride height by 25mm (about an 1 inch), placed the battery in the luggage compartment (for better weight distribution), and added ventilated and perforated brake discs up front and larger discs at the back gripped by eight-piston calipers. Furthermore, the electronic stabilization control (ESC) has a sport mode, and it can also be deactivated entirely, while there's a Launch Control function as well. Audi says the RS Q3 weighs in at 1,730 kg (3814.00 lb). On the outside, Audi made sure to separate the RS model from the plebeian Q3s through a number of visual highlights, such as the exclusive 19-inch or optionally, 20-inch wheels, body accents and roof rails in matt aluminum, high-gloss black honeycomb front grille, RS front bumper, a rear diffuser with a single oval tailpipe and a roof spoiler. The interior is upgraded with bespoke sport seats upholstered in black Alcantara and leather, with diamond stitching offered as an option, a revised instrument cluster with gray gauges and white scales and red pointers, a flat –bottom steering wheel, and plenty of aluminum trims and parts. First deliveries in Europe will start this fall, with pricing in Germany to start from €54,600. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimdiesel Posted February 20, 2013 Report Share Posted February 20, 2013 Very strange from a marketing point of view. The petrol RS model is slower form 0-62mph, than the diesel S model. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garcon magnifique Posted February 20, 2013 Report Share Posted February 20, 2013 This seems to sum things up nicely... Audi loses control of model range « Sniff Petrol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiser647 Posted February 20, 2013 Report Share Posted February 20, 2013 Why oh why do they 'waste' that engine in just the '3' model? Why can't they share it out to other VAG cars? It's about time it got used and heard more! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimdiesel Posted February 20, 2013 Report Share Posted February 20, 2013 Very strange from a marketing point of view.The petrol RS model is slower form 0-62mph, than the diesel S model. Of course I mean the SQ5 v the RSQ3. Damn it is confusing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy_Bangle Posted February 20, 2013 Author Report Share Posted February 20, 2013 Damn it is confusing! And it will only get more confusing ... A new report indicates Audi is working on Q2, Q4 and Q6 models which will be sportier compared to the firm's current three SUVs. It is believed the Crosslane Coupe Concept will be the foundation for the Audi Q2.This piece of information comes from a person familiar with Audi's strategy who says the larger Q6 will be manufactured in Mexico alongside the Q5. He also mentions the German firm expects 40 percent of all sales to be SUVs, in comparison to last year when approximately a quarter of deliveries were SUVs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian_C Posted February 20, 2013 Report Share Posted February 20, 2013 Only 15 years ago it was just A3 A4 A6 A8 and TT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Milo Posted February 20, 2013 Report Share Posted February 20, 2013 A new report indicates Audi is working on Q2, Q4 and Q6 models which will be sportier compared to the firm's current three SUVs. It is believed the Crosslane Coupe Concept will be the foundation for the Audi Q2.This piece of information comes from a person familiar with Audi's strategy who says the larger Q6 will be manufactured in Mexico alongside the Q5. He also mentions the German firm expects 40 percent of all sales to be SUVs, in comparison to last year when approximately a quarter of deliveries were SUVs. I'm a fan of of SUVs, crossovers etc. I'm also a fan of Audis. However I'm not a fan of Audi's offerings. I once looked closely at getting a Q7 and I'm pleased I didn't. The Q5 does nothing for me (other than make me baulk at the price - a decent specced 2.0TFSI quattro was almost S5 money) and the Q3 is OKish but the price would make me look elsewhere if I was in the market for something that size. I can't see a Q2, Q4 or Q6 being anything to get excited about. How you can have 6(?) sizes of SUVs and expect all to sell in sufficient quantities to be viable is one for he accountants I guess. Maybe that's why they're so expensive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy_Bangle Posted February 20, 2013 Author Report Share Posted February 20, 2013 Of course I mean the SQ5 v the RSQ3. Which SQ5? ... diesel-powered in Europe, petrol-powered in North America Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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