2025 Audi RS 3: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2025 Audi RS 3 gets a meaningful mid-cycle refresh led by revised exterior styling and sharper chassis and driveline tuning. It is not a full redesign.
About the 2025 Audi RS 3
8Y-generation RS 3 sedan (current US-generation), mid-cycle refresh year.
Audi positions the RS 3 as a compact sport sedan that brings track-honed performance into everyday use. The big draw is the unusual turbocharged five-cylinder engine, paired with all-wheel drive that can actively shift power across the rear axle for a more playful feel. Compared with rivals, the RS 3’s identity centers on its distinctive sound, hard acceleration, strong all-weather traction, and daily-driver usability in a smaller, easier-to-live-with package.
Audi positions the 2025 RS 3 as a compact four-door that mixes track-ready responses with everyday usability. Its signature hardware includes a 394-hp turbocharged five-cylinder engine, torque-splitting all-wheel drive, adaptive suspension, and a 10.1-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Adaptive cruise assistance with lane guidance adds everyday convenience.
What changed, by category
2025 Audi RS 3 specs and features by trim
| Feature | |
|---|---|
| Engine | 5-Cyl, Turbo, 2.5 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 7-Spd w/Dual-Clutch & S tronic |
| Drivetrain | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| MPG City | 20 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 29 mpg |
| Horsepower | 401 hp |
| Torque | 369 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 8.3 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 35.2 in |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |
| Blindspot Sensors | |
| Active Lane Keep Assistance | |
| Park Assist | |
| Alloy Wheels | |
| LED Headlights | |
| Panorama Moon Roof | |
| Rear Spoiler | |
| Navigation System | |
| Premium Audio | |
| Smartphone Interface | |
| Touch Screen Monitor | |
| Heated Front Seats | |
| Leather Seats | |
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2025 Audi RS 3 a full redesign?
No. The 2025 Audi RS 3 is a mid-cycle update of the existing 8Y-generation sedan, with revised styling, updated cabin details, and retuned handling rather than an all-new platform.
What changed on the 2025 Audi RS 3 compared with the 2024 model?
The 2025 RS 3 gets redesigned front and rear details, new lighting graphics, a new steering wheel, revised driver-display graphics, and sharper chassis and driveline tuning. Blind-spot sensors and premium audio also become standard, while the U.S. power rating changes from 401 to 394 horsepower.
Does the 2025 Audi RS 3 still have a five-cylinder engine?
Yes. The 2025 Audi RS 3 retains its turbocharged 2.5-liter five-cylinder engine, paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic and torque-splitting all-wheel drive. It is rated at 394 horsepower in the U.S.
Did the 2025 Audi RS 3 become less powerful?
The U.S. rating is lower on paper at 394 horsepower, compared with 401 horsepower for 2024. Audi also recalibrated the chassis and driveline and retuned the adaptive suspension to make the car respond more sharply.
Is the 2025 Audi RS 3 worth choosing over the 2024 model?
The 2025 model is the better fit if refreshed styling, sharper handling responses, and more standard equipment matter most. The 2024 model has the higher published power rating, while both belong to the same generation and use the same basic five-cylinder layout.