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Audi RS3 8V (1st US Generation)

2017–2020 · 8V · sedan

First US RS3. DAZA 2.5L turbocharged inline-five — 400 hp / 354 lb-ft. 7-speed S tronic DSG. Quattro AWD with Haldex. Sedan only for the US. The five-cylinder firing order (1-2-4-5-3) is the signature — no other small sport sedan sounded like this. Direct competitor to the M2, AMG CLA 45, M-B A45 — and the only one with a 5-cyl.

Watch out: DAZA five-cylinder needs premium 5W-40 oil and shorter intervals than Audi's generous service guide suggests. Carbon buildup on intake valves around 60-80k miles. Haldex rear coupling fluid + filter service. PCV valve diaphragms tear (same EA888-era pattern). Highly tuneable — buy used with thorough service history and a mod inspection.

What your RS3 takes

The parts and fluids that fit this generation. Specs we publish are confirmed against two independent sources; the rest fill in as we verify them.

  • Tire size235/35R19✓ VerifiedView
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