It's obvious you don't read all posts launch editions are demos and press cars it was the same with the RS4/5/RS6/7 all with options and spec not configurable hence only 96 carsyeah why just 96 ?
RS3 UK Pricing and Specifications
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I am of an age where l buy with my brain and not my heart... to be honest if l want a RS3 ill get one my better half has always known this, in the past the 8v RS3 pfl and RS3 fl variants have always been released after I've just purchased a new car and l have kicked myself for bad timing etc etc this time around isn't any different but l aint bothered at all simply because of the delays this flu has caused and will for the next year plus add in the fact the software in the A3/S3 and no doubt in the RS3 aint the most reliable...delays and software unreliability these are facts and not me being negatory
You speak absolute sense jassy
But can a ask
What’s a brain ????
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The circular center cush design on the Vorsprung RS3 is to hint at the style of the Q3s front grille lol
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How do you guys picture the depreciation on the new model? With current 8V models still fetching good money, do you think this will help the 8Y retain its value in the years to come?
I remember someone mentioning on one of the 8V threads that they lost just under £8k in 2 years which works at around 15% depreciation (from base price of £45k that is but not sure how specced up that car was so could be a couple/few more %)
I remember someone mentioning on one of the 8V threads that they lost just under £8k in 2 years which works at around 15% depreciation (from base price of £45k that is but not sure how specced up that car was so could be a couple/few more %)
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I don’t know if anyone has noticed but there is no mention in the spec list of the phone box or wireless charging except on the launch edition.
Whilst this isn’t exactly a deal breaker it seems strange; there is no code on the detailed PDF breakdowns.
Also not clear is if the cars will have wireless Android Auto and Carplay although I understand all 22 model year cars should do.
Whilst this isn’t exactly a deal breaker it seems strange; there is no code on the detailed PDF breakdowns.
Also not clear is if the cars will have wireless Android Auto and Carplay although I understand all 22 model year cars should do.
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Lots of factors to play out here.
Positive - At the moment we have very high used car prices due to a lack of supply of new. This is likely to continue for another 2/3 years as there will be a dearth of 2020/21 and possibly even 2022 stock. The RS3 is traditionally sought after and will therefore likely be above average residuals.
Negative - EVs. Specifically what will the Govt do to begin the acceleration towards them. Will we see high VED or congestion charging for all hydrocarbon cars. Will we see a transition to pay for mile as tax revenue is lost at the pumps, and will that be a two tier system. Will we see tax at the pumps increase exponentially to compensate for lost EV revenue.
EV’s are years off being mainstream, uk infrastructure is way off where it needs to be now or in the future to support mass charging - but let’s not get into that debate !
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Sorry before someone corrects my numbers above, small typo, mind was elsewhere! Lol. Works at around 17% depreciation on those numbers.
But agreed, many factors to play out and just like we never saw the pandemic coming and the shortage of new cars/high used car prices it is very difficult to say where these cars will be in the future in terms of price. Like you mentioned though, the rs3 will still be sought after as always.
When is it typical for discounts to start flowing in? Someone mentioned they managed 5% but every one else has had to pay full list price.
... like a little ray of sunshine ...
Sorry for bring up the topic LOL. I think we should go back to discussing peeling stickers
Your correct, looks like you need 9ZE option for it according to German price list which is NOT! On the Vorsprung spec
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Audi smart phone interface is though IU1
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I’d say discounts quite soon…Sorry before someone corrects my numbers above, small typo, mind was elsewhere! Lol. Works at around 17% depreciation on those numbers.
But agreed, many factors to play out and just like we never saw the pandemic coming and the shortage of new cars/high used car prices it is very difficult to say where these cars will be in the future in terms of price. Like you mentioned though, the rs3 will still be sought after as always.
When is it typical for discounts to start flowing in? Someone mentioned they managed 5% but every one else has had to pay full list price.
Sorry for bring up the topic LOL. I think we should go back to discussing peeling stickers
As soon as Audi Uk realise they fu*#ed up by short changing the Uk on spec options and the showrooms have more demonstrators than buyers cos pple are taking their deposits back and buying fiat chicachento’s cos they got better wheel, interior options and a flat bottom wheel, and the pops and bangs from the exhaust won’t cost you £5k
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So on an RS3 Vorsprung, if you already have the sports exhaust and adaptive suspension are you just paying 5k for front ceramic brakes and 6mph more top speed?
Or am I missing something and the suspension or exhaust is also upgraded again?
Not sure on this 5k pack at all and don't understand whats actually in it for Vorsprung cars.
Or am I missing something and the suspension or exhaust is also upgraded again?
Not sure on this 5k pack at all and don't understand whats actually in it for Vorsprung cars.
Don’t worry your £5k is safe, you can’t choose dynamic pack with Vorsprung. You get Adaptive suspension and sports Exhaust and speed increase to 174mph.
So you can’t choose ceramics on the Vorsprung
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You can on the Vorsprung sportback if you use the dealer configurator site. There’s supposed to be an update on Monday
so yeah, why is it still £5k that does not make any sense. Perhaps the updates then will also correct some pricing...?
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that price make zero sense then on the SB vorsprung as you already get Sports Exhaust and Adaptive Suspension, 5k for ceramics only ????
If you buy a standard or carbon, SB - you're effectively paying £500 then for sports exhaust + adaptive suspension when selection the dynamic pack - bargain or misprint !?!?!??????
If you buy a standard or carbon, SB - you're effectively paying £500 then for sports exhaust + adaptive suspension when selection the dynamic pack - bargain or misprint !?!?!??????
I was looking at Dealer site too.
So do we know what the 5k is buying us on Vorsprung models.
If the suspension and exhaust are getting no extra upgrades I’m not paying 5k for front ceramic brakes and 6mph more top speed.
Anyone we can ask from Audi UK?
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So do we know what the 5k is buying us on Vorsprung models.
If the suspension and exhaust are getting no extra upgrades I’m not paying 5k for front ceramic brakes and 6mph more top speed.
Anyone we can ask from Audi UK?
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wait for now, it's not possible to configure that on the UK configurator only DCC so something is amiss
Agreed guess we have to wait and see maybe will ask my retailer as they're pretty decent with me.
My thoughts exactly about the pricing.
Still disappointed they didnt increase the power a little. Unless they are lying. lol
Stock spec and carbon spec and pricing is crazy. Vorsprung is a no brainer. Huge amount more for approx £8K.
Pano roof
Carbon inlays
sports exhaust
nicer wheels
speed increase (bit useless for most though)
matrix lights
electric seas
lumber support
B& O
Inlays are carbon
Driver Assistance
Different steering wheel
powered tailgate
powered folding mirrors
adaptive suspension
advanced key
Ceramic front brakes - wow!!!
Quite amusing that you immediately have a £575 option for paint and there is no £0 cost option. Wonder if you asked for a £0 option and the car comes totally unpainted
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Agreed, when i saw the saloon in Ara blue in 2016-7 i said "I want that!!Been experimenting with the colours etc and to be honest i can’t really find a colour that suits itI love Glacier but it doesn’t suit the front.
This is the 1st RS3 I’m not overly liking at all.
To me that front end is still overtaking the rest of the car, and still looks out of proportion.
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Didn't have that felling with this one, but its growing on me. Quite how its so much quicker around the Ring is a real mystery, the suspension has obviously been massively reworked and it has more torque and better software etc but me thinks Audi have lied about the true bhp
Agree re colours, i would struggling a bit
Daytona looks best but hides the lines and the black styling elements
Glacier white is ok
Green and Yellow are gross and really doesnt suit the car
Blue is too light and really doesnt suit the car
Red look ok if a bit bright
Wonder if Ara blue would suit it better - 2400 option lol
The more i look at the 8Y RS3, the more it cements my decision to stick with my 16000 mile 2017 fully loaded ara blue rs3 saloon. lol
Crazy decisions by Audi, no increase in power, big increase in price, round steering wheel, horrible colours, pano roof/many options only on vorsprung edition. Only surprising thing was they included front ceramic brakes in the vorsprung edition. But i guess thats the model they are hoping people will buy.
Ceramic front brakes was a £4350 option on my 2017 car! - though they are only good for the track, unless you drive like an idiot car thief on public roads
Probably right, but one of the issues being used values are mental so would cost even more £’s, and unless you buy cash (find via other means) used finance is even more of a rip
Off than the 6.2% they are doing on the PCP .
On ceramics, all well and good but cost a lot more to replace the pads and obv. Discs vs “normal” discs and pads
- RS sport exhaust system is clearly listedJust spoke with my dealership.
@S15THM finance numbers he said aren't out yet. Probably tomorrow.
Also, he is adamant Carbon Black version does NOT have the sports exhaust, so needs the RS pack. I get a Carbon black with just the Comfort & Sound pack and RS Pack and metallic at £62,320 OTR.
The Vorsprung which has every option already and metallic is just £59,225... Bear in mind this has pano roof, ACC, chassis control etc etc, it seems a no-brainer to go Vorsprung. BUT, that steering wheel
Its because the dynamic pack is already included in the vorsprung model. Vorsprung model is a no brainer, comes with everything....its just that round steering wheel is horrible!!!!
no discounts...WTF....with everything else....a defo no from me, sticking with my 2017 saloonI have it on good authority the torque splitter is available as standard on all the models. I also have my finance figures and the rate is 6.2% across the board. I have a 2.9% discount if I order but told there is no discounts available for anybody unless you're very close to someone high up
Can also echo the thoughts regarding exhaust on the carbon edition.
As far as I’m aware Vorsprung does not have RS Dynamic Pack,
What I’m trying to figure out is are we literally paying 5k for front carbon brakes only and 6mph more top speed, or is there extra settings on the suspension and/or is the exhaust a “better” version with more adjustability/settings/flaps.
If the suspension and exhaust are identical, I’m not paying 5k for front ceramic brakes and 6mph more top speed.
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What I’m trying to figure out is are we literally paying 5k for front carbon brakes only and 6mph more top speed, or is there extra settings on the suspension and/or is the exhaust a “better” version with more adjustability/settings/flaps.
If the suspension and exhaust are identical, I’m not paying 5k for front ceramic brakes and 6mph more top speed.
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