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I haven't looked at a tuning project from MR Racing in about two years. Back then, vinyl wrap and TDI engines were the hot schnitzels, and these German specialists showed a blueberry-colored A7 with a 3-liter diesel engine. But now they've outdone themselves with this mighty RS3 Sportback.
We think most people underestimate how small the RS3 is because it looks so beefy. But from one end to the other, it's about 4.3 meters long. So to squeeze a 2.5-liter turbocharged engine and all-wheel drive is quite an achievement.
For those who feel that's not enough, ABT offers a 430 hp power kit. Still not enough? MTM is specialized in tuning the 2.5-liter turbo engine and can get it to 502 PS. Not happy with that either? Well, the RS3 Sportback made by MR Racing is the best one yet, featuring a massive 535 PS and 700 Nm of torque (517 lb-ft).
As usual, there's no word on performance. We could tell you that a standard RS3 will do 100 km/h in 4.3 seconds and that it will reach 174 mph (280 kph). But it's kind of pointless. Our best guess is that a hatchback with this much power can theoretically reach 190 miles per hour, shaming most Jaguars.
The adjustments made to the 2.5-liter turbocharged engine include the usually modified air intake system and stainless steel sports exhaust by “Friedrich Motorsport” at the rear. This last part consists of a larger downpipe, HJS metal sport catalytic converters and an active valve control system that lets the driver control the sound level. However, we don't expect it to be civilized under any circumstances.
The standard low-lag turbocharger Audi used has been replaced by a larger TTE 500 turbocharger, helped by a larger fuel pump and intercooler.
Esthetically, not much has changed. The white RS3 features some red and blue graphics, 19-inch ATS GTR alloy wheels finished in “traffic red” with 235/35R19 Pirelli tires, and lowered suspension. Yeah, it looks tuned, but nobody will suspect you're hiding a Ferrari F430 under there.
For those who feel that's not enough, ABT offers a 430 hp power kit. Still not enough? MTM is specialized in tuning the 2.5-liter turbo engine and can get it to 502 PS. Not happy with that either? Well, the RS3 Sportback made by MR Racing is the best one yet, featuring a massive 535 PS and 700 Nm of torque (517 lb-ft).
As usual, there's no word on performance. We could tell you that a standard RS3 will do 100 km/h in 4.3 seconds and that it will reach 174 mph (280 kph). But it's kind of pointless. Our best guess is that a hatchback with this much power can theoretically reach 190 miles per hour, shaming most Jaguars.
The adjustments made to the 2.5-liter turbocharged engine include the usually modified air intake system and stainless steel sports exhaust by “Friedrich Motorsport” at the rear. This last part consists of a larger downpipe, HJS metal sport catalytic converters and an active valve control system that lets the driver control the sound level. However, we don't expect it to be civilized under any circumstances.
The standard low-lag turbocharger Audi used has been replaced by a larger TTE 500 turbocharger, helped by a larger fuel pump and intercooler.
Esthetically, not much has changed. The white RS3 features some red and blue graphics, 19-inch ATS GTR alloy wheels finished in “traffic red” with 235/35R19 Pirelli tires, and lowered suspension. Yeah, it looks tuned, but nobody will suspect you're hiding a Ferrari F430 under there.
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