Audi celebrates the 10th anniversary of the Audi RS Q3 with the launch of a new limited special series: theAudi RS Q3 10 Years Edition. Since its launch in 2013, the sporty compact SUV has gone through two generations, the latest of which now features a 2.5-liter turbocharged five-cylinder engine that develops a whopping 400 horsepower and 480 Nm of torque.
Audi RS Q3 10 Years Edition: aggressive style
The exterior styling of the Audi RS Q3 10 Years Edition stands out two body colors : Silver Rosé with matte effect or metallic Chronos Grey. This latter color is specific to this special edition, which features new black 21-inch wheels shod with 255/35 R 21 tires.
The dress contrasts with many black elements : there are, in particular, matrix LED headlights with a tinted background, black exterior mirror housings, while the roof, window frames, front bumper blades, rear diffuser and door inserts are finished in gloss black. Finally, the RS Q3 lettering and the brand’s four-ring logo are also painted in gloss black.
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Audi RS Q3 10 Years Edition: sports saloon
On board Audi RS Q3 10 Years Edition RS bucket seats which are different matte carbon back, as well as Dinamica leather and black microfiber upholstery. This material, which consists of approximately 45% recycled plastic fibers, can also be found on the instrument panel, while copper-colored stitching creates a contrast on the dashboard, on the honeycomb seats, center armrest, door armrest, steering wheel or even the black floor mats with embroidered RS Q3 lettering shiny copper.
The interior is also enlivened with exclusive carbon trim inserts, while the MMI touchscreen has a carbon design and is numbered “X of 555” to remind you of the model’s exclusivity. Finally, the door sills are illuminated, and when the door is opened, a specific illumination is projected onto the ground in the form of a red 3D diamond.
Audi RS Q3 10 Years Edition: only 555 examples worldwide
With its 2.5 liter TFSI engine 400 horsepower and 480 Nm of torque and its seven-speed S Tronic gearbox, the Audi RS Q3 10 Years Edition is able to swallow Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in just 4.5 seconds, for a maximum speed of 250 km/h. As an option, it can also be released at a speed of 280 km/h.
Started at 1Er In the quarter of 2023, the Audi RS Q3 10 Years Edition is presented at the starting price from €92,000 for the Chronos Gray metallic version, while the version with Rosé Silver matte paint costs from 96,000 euros. The model will be mass produced limited to 555 copies worldwide, including 10 for France in the Sportback version.
The Audi Q3, which has been on the market since 2011, is an elegant SUV with a high-quality finish. A bargain for less than €22,000. https://t.co/j0FPNx7nYj
— AutoPlus (@AutoPlusMag) December 10, 2021
Source: Auto Plus
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