Few tuners are as experienced with modifying Audi models as much as ABT and for its latest project, it’s focused on the baby of the RS range; the Audi RS3. This isn’t the first time ABT has worked its magic on the current generation of RS3. In late 2022, it unveiled its RS3-R Limited Edition, sporting a plethora of dramatic visual modifications that made it stand out. This time around, ABT has opted for some more subtle alterations and as such, has named this creation the RS3-S.
The changes start with the suspension
where the car has been lowered by 30 mm at all four corners. It
has then bolted on a set of 20×9 front and 20×8.5 rear wheels. ABT has then
added black gills behind the front fenders and fitted a carbon fiber rear
diffuser. The hatch also gets a sharp carbon fiber roof spoiler while the sedan
adopts a small carbon lip.
Various modifications have also been made
to the Audi’s cabin. These include new RS3-S badges, integrated entrance lights
with the ABT logo, new floor mats, and a custom start-stop button. Buyers can
also option new paddle shifters and additional carbon fiber parts. Rounding out
the available parts are new anti-roll bars and matte black stainless-steel
tailpipes.
Like its RS3-R, ABT
has decided against messing with the car’s 2.5-liter turbocharged
five-cylinder. While that’s a shame, this engine already delivers 401 hp and 500 Nm, enough to propel the car to 96 km/h in just 3.6
seconds and through to a 290 km/h top speed. RS3 owners also aren’t
short on options when it comes to tuners that will happily boost power from the
five-cylinder.
