An “S” appears in its trunk, which creates a perfect conjunction with the 3 that accompanies it. That letter, which resembles two linked curves, also found on the red brake calipers. The “S” is not just a letter, it is a symbol that Audi represents the world of competition.
One of the first was the Quattro, which served as the basis for the legendary S1with which Walter Röhrl won the Sanremo Rally in 1985. Ten years later, Audi turned the “S” models into a saga, of which the emblematic “S2 Coupé” was a pioneer.
The new version of the Audi S3 is not only more powerful, but also more muscular and stylish. The hexagonal Singleframe grille has been enlarged, as have the side air intakes, offering an imposing presence. Matrix LED headlights, With 24 pixel elements, they not only improve visibility, but also add greater character.
At the rear, the dynamism is reflected in the diffuser divided into two, the vertical reflectors and the four exhaust outlets. He sound of this beast depends on the driving mode selected. And the S3 offers six different modes that allow you to customize the settings of the engine, transmission, steering, stability control and adaptive suspension.
Let’s talk about what really matters in this version, what’s under the hood. This S3 It incorporates a 2.0 TFSI engine that now delivers 333 HP, 23 more than its predecessor. This improvement results in acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in just 4.7 seconds, a tenth of a second faster than before. The turbo system, which keeps rotating at a constant speed at a fixed speed, ensures an instantaneous yet efficient response.
The S3 is very fast, but even faster is its seven-speed S tronic transmission, Optimized to cut gear shift time in half, allowing lighter starts and increasing engine revolutions. Which leads to a greater feeling of power and better control at the wheel.
We continue with innovations, but this time from within. With fabric inserts, ambient lighting, synthetic leather armrests and a sports steering wheel with chrome paddles, the atmosphere is both sporty and luxurious. The seats, with a racing design, include integrated headrests and side bolsters to maintain comfort at high speeds.
Audi has not forgotten the importance of safety, incorporating driver assistance technologies that have a front radar with a range of 160 meters, two rear radar sensors, a front camera and twelve ultrasonic sensors. In addition, the passenger compartment, made of high-strength steel, offers robust protection without compromising the vehicle’s agility.
