Audi RS 3 Sedan
0/5 (0)
$107,800
Manufacturer's List Price (MLP)
Excludes on-road costs
BMW 3 Series M340i xDrive
0/5 (0)
$119,000
Recommended Retail Price (RRP)
Excludes on-road costs

Vehicle Overview

Key specifications and features at a glance

RS 3 Sedan
Overview
3 Series M340i xDrive
2021 - Present
Year
2019 - Present
2480
Engine
2998
294
Power
285
Petrol
Fuel
Petrol
DCT
Transmission
Automatic
5
Seating
5

Detailed Specifications

Complete technical specifications comparison

Best comparable values are highlighted in green.

RS 3 Sedan
Specification
3 Series M340i xDrive
2480
Engine Capacity
2998
EA855 evo2
Engine Code
B58B30
Inline
Cylinder Configuration
Inline
5
Number of Cylinders
6
Turbocharged
Aspiration
Turbocharged
294
Power
285
500
Torque
500
250
Top Speed
250
AWD
Drive Type
AWD
—
Fuel Economy City
10.4
—
Fuel Economy Highway
6.3
8.2
Fuel Economy Combined
8
Euro 6
Emission Standard
—
265 / 30R19 front, 245 / 35R19 rear
Tyre Size
225 / 40 R19 front;255 / 35 R19 rear
19
Wheel Size
19
4
Number of Doors
4
5
Seating Capacity
5
Ventilated disc
Front Brakes
Ventilated disc
Ventilated disc
Rear Brakes
Ventilated disc
MacPherson strut
Front Suspension
Double-joint spring strut
Multi-link
Rear Suspension
Five-link
Electric power-assisted rack and pinion
Steering Type
Electric rack and pinion
7
Number of Airbags
8
0
Towing Capacity
1800
12.0
Turning Circle
12

Dimensions & Weight

Physical specifications and measurements

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RS 3 Sedan
Dimension
3 Series M340i xDrive
55
Fuel Tank Capacity
59
4533
Length
4713
1851
Width
1827
1406
Height
1440
2631
Wheelbase
2851
—
Ground Clearance
136
1696
Kerb Weight
1745
321
Boot Space
480

Features Comparison

Standard and optional equipment comparison

Safety

RS 3 Sedan
Feature
3 Series M340i xDrive
Adaptive Cruise Control
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keep Assist
Blind Spot Monitoring
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Traffic Sign Recognition
Driver Attention Monitor
Front Parking Sensors
Rear Parking Sensors
360 Camera
Reverse Camera
Hill Start Assist
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Rear Occupant Alert

Comfort

RS 3 Sedan
Feature
3 Series M340i xDrive
Keyless Entry
NFC Keyless Entry
Push Button Start
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Tri-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Ventilated Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Power Tailgate
Remote Start
Power Driver Seat
Power Passenger Seat
Memory Seats
Auto Dimming Mirror
Rain Sensing Wipers
Adaptive Headlights

Interior Exterior

RS 3 Sedan
Feature
3 Series M340i xDrive
Leather Seats
Fabric Seats
Ambient Lighting
Sunroof
Panoramic Roof
LED Headlights
Matrix LED Headlights
Daytime Running Lights
Alloy Wheels
Roof Rails
Rear Privacy Glass
Power Folding Mirrors

Technology

RS 3 Sedan
Feature
3 Series M340i xDrive
Touchscreen Display
Digital Instrument Cluster
Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless Phone Charging
Built-in Navigation
Premium Audio System
Head-Up Display
USB-C Ports
Bluetooth Connectivity
Voice Control
Connected Car App

Pros & Cons

Strengths and weaknesses of each vehicle

Audi RS 3 Sedan

Pros

  • +Distinctive five-cylinder performance
  • +Rapid 3.8 second acceleration
  • +Advanced quattro torque splitter
  • +Premium standard equipment
  • +More boot space than Sportback

Cons

  • −High Australian purchase price
  • −Expensive tyres and brakes
  • −Firm performance-focused ride
  • −Premium fuel required
  • −Not rated for towing

BMW 3 Series M340i xDrive

Pros

  • +Powerful six-cylinder performance
  • +Confident xDrive traction
  • +Rapid all-weather acceleration
  • +Practical 480-litre boot
  • +Comfortable long-distance cruiser

Cons

  • −Substantially higher price
  • −Higher fuel consumption
  • −Expensive performance tyres
  • −Firm ride on 19-inch wheels
  • −Costly insurance and servicing

Which one should you buy?

Best for Value: BMW 3 Series M340i xDrive

Boot space relative to list price contributes positively to the value score.

Best for Practicality / Space: BMW 3 Series M340i xDrive

Boot and practicality-related dimensions score well for everyday use.

Best Overall: BMW 3 Series M340i xDrive

Across performance, value, efficiency, and practicality, this variant shows a balanced overall profile.

Our Recommendation

Choose Audi RS 3 Sedan if: You prioritise performance and responsive power.

Choose BMW 3 Series M340i xDrive if: You prioritise performance and responsive power.

Bottom Line: BMW 3 Series M340i xDrive leads on value and BMW 3 Series M340i xDrive leads on practicality.

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