2025 RS3

[Crowlski]

Absolutely nuts, makes my $500 CAD refundable deposit sound like an insane deal

Yeah. Fortunately, it's dealer specific and not all want to rip you off. If you are willing to shop out of state and be patient you will find a good deal.

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[Crowlski]

Anyone interested, I have a dealer in PA who I had as a fallback to the one i work with in NJ who just left me a VM, said they have allocations for the RS3. It's Audi of Allentown. First come first serve!

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[Gunnarrrrr]

This is my first time dealing with Audi so y'all tell me if any of these are red flags from my dealer.

Audi Care 1799 - High?

Tire and Wheel protection 2500 for 48 months - Also feels high, no?

Markup $2500 - Someone please tell you placed your order with a markup to make me feel better.

Oh and they asked for $5K non-refundable deposit

You’re actually insane if you agree to any of those.

Counter offer with MSRP, no audi care, 1k refundable deposit, and 500 for the wheel and tire protection. firm. anything short of that, go find another dealer.

idk what you said to come off as that big of a mark to that sales guy but that has got to be one of the most laughable proposals i’ve seen


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[Crowlski]

You’re actually insane if you agree to any of those.

Counter offer with MSRP, no audi care, 1k refundable deposit, and 500 for the wheel and tire protection. firm. anything short of that, go find another dealer.

idk what you said to come off as that big of a mark to that sales guy but that has got to be one of the most laughable proposals i’ve seen


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Bro some dealers are crooks. Simple as that.

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[RudyH]

Personally I skip on Audi Care - their pricing is ridiculous regardless.
For my S3 I get it serviced at VW for a fraction of the price lol, the only difference is I can't get an espresso, only Keurig. The only thing is telling VW front desk people that the engine and transmission is the same as a Golf R, along with most of the car is the same.

The difference now will be the RS3, at which point I have a shop that does it for cheaper anyway and you just need to keep invoices for warranty realistically. Audi service pricing is ridiculous when you think you are saving with Audi Care.

Tires and Wheel protection is really something to consider. Previous years regarding potholes, was fine. This year has been the worse I can remember in at least 6-8 years. That said the issue occured on my aftermarket winter wheels and tires = not covered under the package, so for me it's pointless. Curb rash is self inflicted...I have a guy that takes care of it for $180 flat.

Honestly the markup, I think I posted here, in Canada they can't flat out charge out a markup. They tie in other crap...like $350 puddle lights or $250 rubber mats...one you might be able to get away with is during trade in, asking if they can give you a higher trade in value for the car. I think that's where my battle and anger is being saved for....but at least I can tell the dealer 'I want $350 for the puddle lights in my S3...'

[itsjustjed]

I got restless and went in another direction. If anyone wants my allocation from a coastal New Jersey dealership, feel free to PM me. Their cars are sold at MSRP. Excited for everyone finally getting allocations for their RS3s.

[randomguy111]

Been lurking here for months and finally decided to make an account once the order guide dropped. I’ve been refreshing this thread daily waiting for any sort of news on the US release so thank you all for being so diligent and quick with the news! Thanks to y’all I was able to get an allocation yesterday at one of the local dealers.

I had originally been working with a dealer for months trying to secure an 8Y but I joined the party a bit too late and most of them were sold out so I held out and waited for an 8.5Y instead. Unfortunately, they had an insane markup at $10k taking the total price from $70k as I spec’d to $80k before taxes/fees. I wasn’t willing to pay that (nor should anyone to be honest) so I called around. I’m lucky to have 4 different dealers around me so the next one I called offered it to me at MSRP. Went in, picked my options, and was out in about 20 minutes. They had a $5k non-refundable deposit but to me that wasn’t a big deal as I’m 100% sold on the car.

[bokiboki]

This is my first time dealing with Audi so y'all tell me if any of these are red flags from my dealer.

Audi Care 1799 - High?

I'd double check if the Audi Care includes 40k mile service and you have to figure out if you'll drive to that mileage for the duration of Audi Care coverage. I bought a used 2022 RS3 a year ago and when it hit 40k miles, the dealer informed me that the previous owner had Audi Care and that they can transfer it to me (for like $100) and they then used that to cover the cost of DSG oil change, rear diff oil change in addition to the regular engine oil/filters, brake fluid flush and etc. that all saved me some $1300 or so.

[Crowlski]

I got restless and went in another direction. If anyone wants my allocation from a coastal New Jersey dealership, feel free to PM me. Their cars are sold at MSRP. Excited for everyone finally getting allocations for their RS3s.

+1 if anyone wants my allocation at a central NJ Audi dealer PM me ASAP. They have 1 allocation and holding it for me.

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[RMode]

Audicare has been $1799 for an RS3 for a long time now.

It includes all scheduled maintenance at 10k, 20k,30k and 40k, along with 1 brake fluid flush.

The actual plan is valid till either 52k mikes or 60 months from original sold-date, whichever happens first. In case you own the car longer but don’t drive it all that much. This was the case on my S4, which I’m 6.5 years into ownership, but still haven’t passed even 5k miles yet. It follows the VIN, so it’s transferable to a new owner. It’s good at any dealer in the country, which I’ve found convenient on many past cars. Ymmv.

These intervals will cover not only the normal oil, filter, cabin, but also front differential, torque splitter, plugs.

I’ve always personally opted for it, due to the fact that quick stuff was able to be done while I waited and if not, I got a loaner, without running all over creation. Despite the fact that there isn’t much I can’t do on my own cars.

Wheel and tire coverage I’ve had on lots of cars. I’ve had to use it a couple times. I won’t get it on this, if it comes to fruition, as I won’t be keeping the stock wheels on the car in the first place.


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[StrongOnline007]

Audicare has been $1799 for an RS3 for a long time now.

It includes all scheduled maintenance at 10k, 20k,30k and 40k, along with 1 brake fluid flush.

The actual plan is valid till either 52k mikes or 60 months from original sold-date, whichever happens first. In case you own the car longer but don’t drive it all that much. This was the case on my S4, which I’m 6.5 years into ownership, but still haven’t passed even 5k miles yet. It follows the VIN, so it’s transferable to a new owner. It’s good at any dealer in the country, which I’ve found convenient on many past cars. Ymmv.

These intervals will cover not only the normal oil, filter, cabin, but also front differential, torque splitter, plugs.

I’ve always personally opted for it, due to the fact that quick stuff was able to be done while I waited and if not, I got a loaner, without running all over creation. Despite the fact that there isn’t much I can’t do on my own cars.

Wheel and tire coverage I’ve had on lots of cars. I’ve had to use it a couple times. I won’t get it on this, if it comes to fruition, as I won’t be keeping the stock wheels on the car in the first place.


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What is "a long time now" to you? Back in 2022 it was $1399, then in 2023 it increased to $1499. Then to $1699 and in July 2024 to $1799.

[RMode]

What is "a long time now" to you? Back in 2022 it was $1399, then in 2023 it increased to $1499. Then to $1699 and in July 2024 to $1799.

I’d say approaching a year is. To me at least.

The service rates at many dealers and shops goes up annually, and so do parts prices. All goes hand in hand.

Either way, there’s nothing that needs to be decided on any aftercare offerings until the day you take delivery of the car. Audicare you can get after you take delivery too. Idk about wheel and tire or other stuff anymore, I’ve forgotten.

On my RS3, it was free, due to port delays with the cars being released. On my S4, I paid for it, at dealer cost; that was a whopping $75 or $100 difference to retail price.

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[Crowlski]

My dealer called me and said while most dealers are asking $10k-$15k above MSRP, they are not doing that. HOWEVER, they require a trade-in. Just putting that out there for those in the market. Crazy to think the over-sticker price puts you in RS5 territory. Nuts I say.

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[skinnyD]

In 2025 no one should be paying anything over MSRP especially for a facelift model.

In fact you should negotiate a discount.


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[Crowlski]

In 2025 no one should be paying anything over MSRP especially for a facelift model.

In fact you should negotiate a discount.


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+1

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[ZRated_]

I wonder when Audi US will “officially” announce it, or at least update their website.


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[AdamSheikh]

In 2025 no one should be paying anything over MSRP especially for a facelift model.

In fact you should negotiate a discount.

This.

I took delivery of my 24 in Dec 23 and paid MSRP without even needing to give them a deposit in the first place. Only requirement was that I finance through them, and the only add-on was a $1500 Lithia package that included LoJack, interior protection, etc. which I had to pay, but had them skip on installing/applying.

[StrongOnline007]

I don't think a discount is happening for '25s as there's pent up demand from the car not being available new for ~8 months. But yeah I got my '24 last year at $4K off MSRP with no add-ons. Being that dealers were advertising allocations, I don't think it should be too long before the facelift goes for under MSRP — maybe winter 2026?

[nicholascanada]

Amazed that ADMs would still be out there and on RS3’s…

[rbrantis]

Paul Miller in NJ called me today saying they had 3 allocations with expected delivery in July/August. No idea if it's true or not. I had a deposit to buy at MSRP, which actually wound up getting refunded to me by mistake but they kept my slot on the list. I told them no because I wound up going with an M2 last month.

[NYRS6]

Audicare has been $1799 for an RS3 for a long time now.

It includes all scheduled maintenance at 10k, 20k,30k and 40k, along with 1 brake fluid flush.

The actual plan is valid till either 52k mikes or 60 months from original sold-date, whichever happens first. In case you own the car longer but don’t drive it all that much. This was the case on my S4, which I’m 6.5 years into ownership, but still haven’t passed even 5k miles yet. It follows the VIN, so it’s transferable to a new owner. It’s good at any dealer in the country, which I’ve found convenient on many past cars. Ymmv.

These intervals will cover not only the normal oil, filter, cabin, but also front differential, torque splitter, plugs.

I’ve always personally opted for it, due to the fact that quick stuff was able to be done while I waited and if not, I got a loaner, without running all over creation. Despite the fact that there isn’t much I can’t do on my own cars.

Wheel and tire coverage I’ve had on lots of cars. I’ve had to use it a couple times. I won’t get it on this, if it comes to fruition, as I won’t be keeping the stock wheels on the car in the first place.


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Agree 100%. Although I think you get 2 brake fluid flushes since its due every 2 years regardless of miles.

This car does not have the same maint schedule as a S3. spark plugs need to be changed at 3 years or 30k miles. Add all the diff and dsg fluid changes the $1800 will be paid for by the time you hit the 30k mile service. Yes you can go to an independent shop and try to save a few bucks but $1800 will be hard to beat. Yeah it does suck it was $1300 not too long ago but #inflation lol

[Crowlski]

A dealer in North NJ reached out and said they have a dealer optioned 2025 RS3 coming in Kemora Gray, black interior/red stitching. Not sure of other options. Besides that they sent me the order guide. If anyone is interested on the dealer optioned RS3 PM me for their contact info. Looks like you'll probably get this faster than a CO.

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[tlaudi]

Anyone notice the MSRP went from $77,500 CAD to $80,950 CAD for Canada? Do dealers typically honour the price of the order is already in or will it be this new MSRP?


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[Crowlski]

Anyone notice the MSRP went from $77,500 CAD to $80,950 CAD for Canada? Do dealers typically honour the price of the order is already in or will it be this new MSRP?


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Funny you should mention this. I asked that NJ dealer if they had an MSRP on the dealer ordered RS3 and they replied that it hasn't been delivered yet but expect it to be about $76-78k. Unn WHA?? The options listed did not include cc brakes. Sounds like dealer markup to me. This is crazy. For a facelift we are flirting with $80k.

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[ZRated_]

Funny you should mention this. I asked that NJ dealer if they had an MSRP on the dealer ordered RS3 and they replied that it hasn't been delivered yet but expect it to be about $76-78k. Unn WHA?? The options listed did not include cc brakes. Sounds like dealer markup to me. This is crazy. For a facelift we are flirting with $80k.

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$80k for an RS3 is insanity unless fully spec’d out to the max. And I’m talkin with all the EU options, not the watered down 3-4 options we get here in the US.


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[Crowlski]

$80k for an RS3 is insanity unless fully spec’d out to the max. And I’m talkin with all the EU options, not the watered down 3-4 options we get here in the US.


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Yup. Agree completely. Those cf seats better be in the mix. This is a facelift. The power is the same. And the handling tweaks are nice but who's really gonna experience them on a regular basis?? Also keep in mind $80k is tickling RS5 and base M3 territory. Kinda glad I went another direction tbh.

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[SebT]

Anyone notice the MSRP went from $77,500 CAD to $80,950 CAD for Canada? Do dealers typically honour the price of the order is already in or will it be this new MSRP?


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The ''base'' price is still $77,500. But you need to add the Freight and PDI ($2850) + Dealer Administration Fee ($500) + Federal Air Conditioner Exise Tax ($100)

If you sum up all of these, you will end up at the real Base number $80,950 CAD.

[Crowlski]

So for the dealer provided spec sheet on the RS3 that I was offered, the breakdown comes as follows:
Base price: $63,400
KEMORA GRAY
Options by code: OP8, 6H4, PEJ RED, PQC, XDP, XRT
All for a grand total of $77,640.
This includes destination and the paint upcharge of pearl mettalic. Tax extra and any upcharges if they plan to tack on.
Is it me, or does this seem higher than expected? Keep in mind this does include Dynamic plus at $5,600.

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[RMode]

So for the dealer provided spec sheet on the RS3 that I was offered, the breakdown comes as follows:
Base price: $63,400
KEMORA GRAY
Options by code: OP8, 6H4, PEJ RED, PQC, XDP, XRT
All for a grand total of $77,640.
This includes destination and the paint upcharge of pearl mettalic. Tax extra and any upcharges if they plan to tack on.
Is it me, or does this seem higher than expected? Keep in mind this does include Dynamic plus at $5,600.

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Seems logical to me

Base price went up a bit, as is expected, as did destination by a few bucks.

Options cost seem to have stayed basically the same except black roof




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[IanCH]

a few of the main options are less.

Base price up, delivery up, options cheaper.

Don't know why anyone would spec CCB on a street/daily driven car. They do not last as long as people claim and are absurdly expensive to service. Not to mention the trofeo R tires that you now need to immediately replace or buy wheels/tires to swap out.

[LazyEvul]

So for the dealer provided spec sheet on the RS3 that I was offered, the breakdown comes as follows:
Base price: $63,400
KEMORA GRAY
Options by code: OP8, 6H4, PEJ RED, PQC, XDP, XRT
All for a grand total of $77,640.
This includes destination and the paint upcharge of pearl mettalic. Tax extra and any upcharges if they plan to tack on.
Is it me, or does this seem higher than expected? Keep in mind this does include Dynamic plus at $5,600.

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I'm somewhat surprised they're pre-configuring cars with the carbon ceramics, that's really inflating the price there... but maybe they figure it's an easy way to get someone impatient to pony up more cash, hah.

[Crowlski]

I wish I could share the build sheet. My thoughts exactly on the cc brakes. I'd lease the car, tbh just because of those brakes.

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[ZRated_]

They must be updating or doin something to the website. All other cars you can “explore” but the RS3 link wants you to “download the website”… unless my phone and laptop are on the fritz. It did go one time, but subsequent attempts try to download a blank file.


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[LazyEvul]

Yep, good catch - if you play around with the URLs, you'll see the configurator is now up for Audi USA: https://www.audiusa.com/en/models/a3...verview/build/

Found the overview page for the 2025 car as well: https://www.audiusa.com/en/models/a3...2025/overview/

[RMode]

I wish I could share the build sheet. My thoughts exactly on the cc brakes. I'd lease the car, tbh just because of those brakes.

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Having owned cars with ccb, they do last considerably longer. But, more susceptible to damage too.

This car will lease horrendously. RS’s generally do. There’s a coverage offered which covers brakes, and some other things, which is usually in the $2k ish mark, if replacement is worrisome. I didn’t get my current one with CCB’s, never missed it. Other cars, different story tbh


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[Crowlski]

Having owned cars with ccb, they do last considerably longer. But, more susceptible to damage too.

This car will lease horrendously. RS’s generally do. There’s a coverage offered which covers brakes, and some other things, which is usually in the $2k ish mark, if replacement is worrisome. I didn’t get my current one with CCB’s, never missed it. Other cars, different story tbh


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Why what's the residual?

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[SebT]

Even after looking on the Audiusa and the Audi.ca web sites, I still cannot figure if the surrounding of the rear diffuser will be carbon fiber when you take the Carbon package.
It will be very stupid if it is not included in the package for the NA market.

[Crowlski]

Seems logical to me

Base price went up a bit, as is expected, as did destination by a few bucks.

Options cost seem to have stayed basically the same except black roof




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Really?? Wow. I guess I wasn't expecting to see this touch $80k. I think i paid $68k or so for mine in 22.

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[ZRated_]

So the 2025 is officially rated at 394hp vs 401hp pre-facelift. I wonder what changed, if anything. Probably emissions related, but in regard to the US, what would’ve changed? We don’t do OPF like EU.


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[RMode]

Why what's the residual?

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No idea, I doubt programs exist yet in the first place, but the interest rate will be through the roof. They aren’t cars audi wants to lease, and the programs always reflect them.


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