2026 Audi RS 3
5.0
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Fuel Economy
23 combined mpg
Horsepower
394 hp
Engine
5-Cyl, Turbo, 2.5 Liter
Cargo Volume
8.3 cu ft
2026 Audi RS 3 Overview
Overall 2026 Audi RS 3 Quality
User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 2026 Audi RS 3 is above average for its class. Owners rated the 2026 Audi RS 3 quality a 5 out of 5.
2026 Audi RS 3 Reliability
The 2026 Audi RS 3 receives an average consumer rating of 5 overall and a 5 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.
Favorite 2026 RS 3 Features
According to drivers of the 2026 RS 3, here are some of its best features:
- Good everything except looks
2026 Audi RS 3 MPG by Trim
2026 Audi RS 3 - city 20 MPG - hwy 29 MPG
2026 RS 3 Safety
2026 Audi RS 3 Safety Features
- Child Door Locks
- Child Seat Anchors
- Driver Airbag
- Passenger Airbag
- Rear Side Airbag
- Stability Control
- Traction Control
- Blind-Spot Alert
- Collision Warning System
- Driver Knee Airbag
- Emergency & Security Services
- Front & Rear Parking Sensors
- Front Head Curtain Airbag
- Front Knee Airbag
- Front Side Airbag
- Lane Departure Warning System
- Lane Departure Warning System with Auto Brake
- Rear Parking Sensors
- Rear View Camera
- Top View Camera
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KBB.com Consumer Reviews
5.0
Consumer Rating
100%Recommend this vehicle
Value
5.0
Performance
5.0
Quality
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Reliability
5.0
Styling
4.0
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Specifications
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
Curb Weight | 3627 lbs. | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 36.5 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 41.2 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 5 | ||
Overall Length | 178.8 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 54.8 inches | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 8.3 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 40.4 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 103.6 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 78.1 inches |
Exterior
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Moon Roof/Sun Roof | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 4 doors | ||
Panorama Moon Roof | Available | ||
LED Headlights | Available | ||
Rear Spoiler | Available |
Fuel Economy
City | 20 mpg | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Highway | 29 mpg | ||
Combined | 23 mpg |
Mechanical
Drivetrain | AWD | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Transmission Type | Automatic | ||
7 speed | Available | ||
Recommended Fuel | Premium | ||
Dual-Clutch Automatic Transmission | Available | ||
Hill Start Assist | Available | ||
Parking Assist System | Available |
Performance
Horsepower | 394 @ 5600 RPM | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Torque | 369 @ 2250 rpm | ||
Engine | 5-Cyl, Turbo, 2.5 Liter | ||
0 to 60 | 3.6 seconds | ||
Top Speed | 155 mph |
Warranty
Basic | 4 years / 50000 miles | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Powertrain | 4 years / 50000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 12 years / Unlimited miles |
Comfort & Convenience
Entertainment
Interior
Seating
Technology
2026 Audi RS 3 Safety
Safety Features & Technology
Compare to Similar Vehicles
 New 2026 Audi RS 3 |  New 2026 BMW 3 Series |  New 2026 Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-AMG CLA |  New 2025 Audi S7 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | N/A | $64,875 | $68,800 | $86,995 | |
| KBB.com Rating | N/A | 4.4 | N/A | 4.6 | |
| Consumer Rating | 5.0 | N/A | 5.0 | 4.8 | |
| Fuel Economy | City 20/Hwy 29/Comb 23 MPG | City 26/Hwy 33/Comb 29 MPG | City 20/Hwy 28/Comb 23 MPG | City 19/Hwy 27/Comb 22 MPG | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
5 Year Cost To Own 5-Year Cost to Own includes out of pocket expenses like fuel and insurance, plus the car’s loss in value over time (depreciation). | N/A | N/A | N/A | $125,950 | |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | |
| Basic Warranty | 4 years or 50000 miles | 4 years or 50000 miles | 4 years or 50000 miles | 4 years or 50000 miles | |
| Horsepower | 394 @ 5600 RPM | 386 @ 6250 RPM | 416 @ 6750 RPM | 444 HP | |
| Engine | 5-Cyl, Turbo, 2.5 Liter | 6-Cyl, Turbo, 3.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | V6, Twin Turbo, 2.9 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
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FAQs
Is 2026 a good year for a Audi RS 3?
Owners of the vehicle give it 5 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 2026 RS 3 is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.
Is the Audi RS 3 2026 a good Sedan?
Owners of the vehicle give it 5 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 2026 RS 3 is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.
What is the MPG for a 2026 Audi RS 3?
The 2026 Audi RS 3 gets 20 mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway.
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