Audi TT RS 8J or Audi RS3 8V? Both use the 2.5 five-cylinder. Here's how far each one goes, using the makers' and tuners' own figures from our two guides.
At a glance
| Audi TT RS 8J | Audi RS3 8V | |
|---|---|---|
| Years | 2009–2014 | 2015–2020 |
| Engine | 2.5 TFSI five-cylinder (CEPA), iron block | 2.5 TFSI EA855 EVO |
| Stock power | 340 PS / 450 Nm; plus: 360 PS / 465 Nm | 394 hp / 354 lb-ft (US, 2017+) |
Power by stage
| Audi TT RS 8J | Audi RS3 8V | |
|---|---|---|
| Stock | 340–360 PS | 394 hp |
| Stage 1 | 380–420 PS / hp | 459–542 hp |
| Stage 2 | 419–454 PS / hp | 493–574 hp |
| Stage 3 | 468–550 hp / PS | 700+ hp |
| Stage 4 | 600–800+ PS / hp | 800+ hp |
Figures are the tuners' own claims from each guide, on the fuel each tuner states.
Typical parts cost
| Audi TT RS 8J | Audi RS3 8V | |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 | remaps $526.95 (APR), $625 plus a $180 cable (034), €650 (BR-Performance), €599–€799 (TVS) or €999 fitted (HPerformance); S tronic software from £500 before VAT (TVS); plug-in boxes €499 (RaceChip) or €799 (DTE). | — |
| Stage 2 | intercooler $1,255.50 (Forge) or $1,480–$1,830 (Wagner); downpipe $1,480 (Wagner) or from €1,999 (HPerformance); cat-back exhaust £1,043.01–£1,240.07 (Milltek); manual clutch €647.10–€744.35 (Sachs). | — |
| Stage 3 | 034 RS500 kit $5,407; Loba LO500P €3,395; Turbo-Total 550 €2,637.78 before VAT; fuel-pump upgrade $390 (034) to €840.29 before VAT (BAR-TEK). | — |
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 TT RS 8J reaches 600–800+ PS / hp and the Audi RS3 8V 800+ hp.
Read the full guides
- The Audi TT RS 8J guide
- The Audi RS3 8V guide
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