2021 Audi S3 sedan and sportback - Specs, price, release date. photos

The updated Audi A3 Sportback and Audi A3 Sedan models were launched back in the spring, and now the family has been replenished with "supercharged" versions of the Audi S3 2021. Technologically speaking, the Audi S3 2021 differs significantly from the basic cars and is also characterized by a different design of the body parts and a special interior design.

Model specifications The new generation of the Audi S3 hatchback and sedan have inherited the technology from their predecessors. Under the hood of the "esk" a four-cylinder turbo 2.0 TFSI with an output of 310 hp was registered. and 400 Nm. It is combined with the 7-speed S tronic robot and quattro all-wheel drive. The torque is distributed via a hydraulic multi-plate clutch installed in front of the rear axle. The new Audi S3 accelerates up to 100 km / h in 4.8 seconds, regardless of the body type, and the top speed is limited to 250 km / h.

The standard Audi S3 2021 suspension enables the vehicle to be fitted with a rear multi-link that reduces the ground clearance by 15 mm. The optional sports suspension allows the shock absorber settings to be individually adapted to the road and driving style. The appropriate driving mode is selected via Audi drive select - you can find comfort, auto and dynamic here.

The brakes on all four wheels of the Audi S3 models are equipped with ventilated discs. The brake calipers are painted black as standard, with a surcharge in red. Wheel sizes are 18 or 19 inches.

Body design and interior of the Audi S3 2021
The appearance of regular and athletic modifications is not so different. Signatures of the S versions are the larger air intakes in the bumper, another diamond-shaped single-frame radiator grille, an additional narrow slot on the front edge of the bonnet and black mirror caps. The rear of the loaded "triplets" has a pronounced diffuser and four round pipes for the exhaust system. The spoiler on the trunk lid of the sedan is also noticeable, while the tailgate has no roof rails.

New items will be available for sale in the European market in October 2020, although orders will be opened this month. The prices in Germany are as follows: Audi S3 Sportback costs at least 46,302 euros , Audi S3 sedan - 47,179 euros . The first to hit the market is the Special Edition.