ABT’s 493bhp Audi RS3-R

ABT has taken the already quick Audi RS3 and squeezed serious extra performance out of it with the RS3-R tune. The result: a sharper car that’s as fun to drive as it is rare.

The RS3-R package delivers an extra 99 horsepower and 74 lb-ft of torque over the stock RS3. That power hike trims the 0–62 mph time from 3.8 seconds to 3.3 seconds, and top speed is electronically raised to 186 mph — which owners can unlock using a free companion phone app.

That extra pace makes the RS3-R especially tempting for anyone living near unrestricted roads like Germany’s Autobahn, although it’s equally at home on a twisty B-road or a track day.

More than just power

ABT’s upgrade isn’t limited to engine software. The RS3-R adds a number of hardware and styling updates to match the straight-line performance:

• Sportier suspension for improved body control and sharper turn-in
• Dedicated exhaust system that gives the five-cylinder a more aggressive note
• 20-inch forged wheels wrapped in performance rubber
• Carbon aero kit — spiky front lip, flicks, rear skirt insert and a spoiler to improve airflow and presence
• New mirror caps and other subtle styling cues

Interior & exclusivity

Inside, ABT/RS3-R branding is visible throughout the cabin to remind you this isn’t a run-of-the-mill RS3. The tuner has confirmed production will be strictly limited to 200 units, which makes the package as collectible as it is quick.

If you want more technical detail or to see the stock RS3 baseline, check our deep dive on the Audi RS3 tuning options.

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