2023 Audi RSQ3 version 10 years revealed, not sure for Australia

Audi Sport is celebrating a decade of the RSQ3 efficiency crossover, revealing a brand new special-edition package deal with unique appointments and gear – however whether or not it’ll come to Australia is unclear at this stage.

The Audi RSQ3 version 10 years, because it’s known as by the four-ringed marque, might be restricted to only 555 items globally and might be obtainable to order in its dwelling market this month.

Audi’s native division says it’s “below analysis” for our market, however “there may be presently no particular launch timing or pricing for this mannequin”.

Highlights embody an unique exterior paint possibility, new 21-inch alloy wheels, and swish RS bucket seats upholstered in sustainable microfibre.

The version 10 years package deal is a €5990 ($9187) possibility in Germany. In Australia, the RSQ3 begins at $96,100, with the RSQ3 Sportback kicking off from $99,100 – costs exclude on-road prices.

Externally, the anniversary version is distinguished by the choice of Chronos Grey metallic paint (unique to the version 10 years) or Dew Silver matte, the latter solely lately turning into obtainable on the RSQ3 in choose markets.

There’s black 21-inch gentle alloy wheels, behind-which sit 19-inch high-performance brakes with Anthracite Grey polished brake calipers (crimson and blue additionally obtainable). Audi continues to supply ceramic brakes as an possibility, that includes carbon-fibre-reinforced discs.

Audi has decked out the RSQ3 version 10 years with loads of black-themed add-ons too, together with darkened Matrix LED headlight items, gloss black badging, and black accents for the entrance spoiler blades and rear diffuser insert.

Inside, the particular version will get unique RS bucket seats with matte carbon backing – used for the primary time in an RSQ3.

The pews are upholstered in a leather-based/Dinamica microfibre mixture with black/jet black color scheme. The Dinamica trim, as famous earlier, is produced from round 45 per cent recycled PET fibres, and in addition options on surfaces just like the instrument panel.

Copper stitching options all through – very like VW Group subsidiary Cupra – together with on the seat inserts, centre armrest and the steering wheel. Apparently, the RSQ3 version 10 years provides spherical and flat-bottom steering wheel choices.

Ornamental inlays in carbon-fibre match the carbon-look show theme of the ten.1-inch MMI infotainment system, which additionally will get ‘1 of 555’ lettering. Rounding out the visible adjustments are edition-specific illuminated door sill trims that additionally undertaking a crimson three-dimensional diamond onto the bottom when opened.

Energy comes from the acquainted 2.5-litre five-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine, boasting the identical 294kW and 480Nm (2250-5850rpm) because the ‘commonplace’ RSQ3.

That grunt is channelled to a quattro everlasting all-wheel drive system by way of a seven-speed S tronic dual-clutch automated transmission.

Each the RSQ3 and RSQ3 Sportback quote 0-100 occasions of 4.5 seconds, and a prime velocity restricted to 250km/h. Nevertheless, the limiter will be raised to 280km/h “on request”.

The unique RSQ3 developed 228kW when it was launched 10 years in the past, and was bumped to 250kW later in life.

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