The 2026 Audi RS3 ($78,250 starting in Canada, $66,100 starting in the US) was recently refreshed but still stands fast as the last turbocharged 5-cylinder engine on the market. With some new upgrades and design changes, Thomas and James were curious how this new RS3 fares as a sporty daily driver, and how it compares to its competition. Does it provide what you would expect of an Audi RS model? And is it worth the premium over the Golf R? Thomas and James can’t wait to find out! We hope you enjoy the episode. Subscribe! Videography: Karston Chong and Daniel Mason Editing: Daniel Mason Sound: Harrison Dickson and Daniel Mason Magical Genius Logistics Planners: James Engelsman and Joey Alford Was present: Thomas Holland EXTRA THROTTLE HOUSE! https://www.youtube.com/c/ExtraThrottleHouse Throttle House Merch! https://www.thethrottlehouse.com/merchandise/ Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/thethrottlehouse/ #Audi #RS3 #5Cylinders
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ARE ESS TREE MA BRUDDAH - Faisal, 27, Bradford UK
"Oh it's one of the new greys" 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Prefacelift looks so much better. Such a shame we didnt have it in Canada.
I didnt mean to... but shortly after watching this video, I went to test drive an RS3. Now I own a yellow RS3. thanks TH
You guys need to drive 2025/2026 RS3 around a track. We have a 2025 RS3 and a friend of mine has a 2024. There is a huge difference between how they handle around the track.
Reminds me of the sweet, sweet sound of the 2.5L Jetta engine of the early 00s uncorked. Amazing what we used to get, even in econo boxes.
1:15 I like that new description, it's very fitting
"All I can smell is the schawarma burp you did 5 minutes ago". You guys always crack me up. I'm here for the laughs, thanks guys!
Pretty sure the Cupra Formentor vs5 now has this engine also, so not the only car with this engine
I was hours away from pulling the trigger on a Golf R to be responsible . Then I saw this video and I got in a progressive red 26 RS3 the next day. The pure joy on my face every time I get in it is well worth the premium. Keep up the videos!
Glad I snagged my TT RS before they were discontinued. Y’all get this RS3 for that 5 cyl engine while it’s still around! It is amazing and super unique.
I’m so glad the helmet knock is still surviving.
the video of the new RS3 is awesome
You guys are probably the only car channel who hasn’t done a review of the C8 ZR1X!!
FYI, the Cupra Formentor VZ5 and KTM X-Bow both run the same 2.5L five-cylinder TFSI engine or the EA855 for short. It’s a shame it doesn’t have a memorable technical name like the B58 or 2JZ because it’s an absolute gem and deserves way more recognition.
8:23 weirdly yes I smell Audi ever time I drive mine
I was like yeeeah they finally did the 2026 RS3... Love you guys
RS3 MKII owner here and I can confirm RS3 have always been great.
Pure joy watching this. Thanks guys!
10:07 "thats one of the new greys" james is hilarious