Audi S3 8V or Audi RS3 8V? They share a platform, with different power. Here's how far each one goes, using the makers' and tuners' own figures from our two guides.
At a glance
| Audi S3 8V | Audi RS3 8V | |
|---|---|---|
| Years | 2013–2020 | 2015–2020 |
| Engine | 2.0 TSI EA888 Gen 3 | 2.5 TFSI EA855 EVO |
| Stock power | 288–292 hp / 280 lb-ft (US) | 394 hp / 354 lb-ft (US, 2017+) |
Power by stage
| Audi S3 8V | Audi RS3 8V | |
|---|---|---|
| Stock | 292 hp | 394 hp |
| Stage 1 | 357–381 hp | 459–542 hp |
| Stage 2 | 372–397 hp | 493–574 hp |
| Stage 3 | 470–536 hp | 700+ hp |
| Stage 4 | 550+ hp | 800+ hp |
Figures are the tuners' own claims from each guide, on the fuel each tuner states.
Typical parts cost
| Audi S3 8V | Audi RS3 8V | |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 | APR software $560. Unitronic sells through dealers only. | — |
| Stage 2 | the same APR file ($560); intake $521 (034) or £316–£930 (APR, Eventuri); intercooler $1,200 (Mishimoto) or £899 (Wagner). | — |
| Stage 3 | IE software for bigger turbos $750; the turbo is extra. | — |
List prices from the guides, before shipping, import tax and fitting. "—" means that guide has no cost line for the stage.
Where each one ends up
At Stage 4 the Audi S3 8V reaches 550+ hp and the Audi RS3 8V 800+ hp.
Read the full guides
- The Audi S3 8V guide
- The Audi RS3 8V guide
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