My full in-depth review and first drive of the 2018 Audi RS3 sports sedan! Can it compete against cars like the BMW M3 and Cadillac CTS-V?

The Audi RS3 engine is a 2.5-liter turbocharged inline-5 cylinder, which produces 400 horsepower and 354 lb-ft of torque. The unique cylinder firing order gives it a really cool engine exhaust sound, and the 7-speed DCT and torque-variable AWD give it a really cool driving feel. 0-60 is in just 3.9 seconds, with an electronically limited top speed of 155 (or 174) mph.

This Audi RS3 is finished in Nardo Grey with the optional Black Optic package. It's a very simple, clean design that doesn't draw too much attention to itself. It features LED headlights, the Audi RS singleframe grille, 19-inch rims, and RS-specific oval exhaust. It's not quite as aggressive-looking as the M3 or CTS-V, but still has a nice style.

The Audi RS3 interior is luxurious, with high-quality leather, Alcantara, and carbon fiber accents. The seats can be adjusted in 12 different ways, and have diamond stitching and an embroidered RS logo. This car has the optional MMI touchpad that can control the 7-inch infotainment screen, and a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster.

During my (brief) drive in the RS3, I noticed that the steering feels tight, the suspension is pretty stiff, and the acceleration is spot-on. While not as fun as my (also brief) ride in the BMW M3, it can still totally compete performance-wise.

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