2023 Audi RS3 Review // Trick And Treat 

EXACTLY as James was walking along the tree line I was thinking "those are some pretty trees" and he said "British man walking along making hand gestures... you forgive him because of the trees" that made me laugh so much

I remember reading somewhere that a 5 cylinder engine naturally produces a strong overtone on a major 10th interval above the bass tone, which essentially makes it sound like a revving major chord - so yes, there are actually multiple notes happening at once lol

The shots of the car driving through leaves falling down are amazing, you guys have a great team!

Interesting thing about 5 and 10 cylinder engines. They sound generally pleasing to us as enthusiasts because they naturally create harmonies that would be in major chords and are extremely pleasing to the ear. In short more v10s and inline 5s please.

Soak it in. This may be the last time we see Audi make a car like this with a 5cyl. Period. I wish the US got the sportback but at this point, I'm just glad we're still getting one. Btw, the intro had me rollin'. Good job guys!

Awesome video, great editing. Immediately after James mentions that the 5 cylinder has multiple tones, they proceed to prove it with 1 sec clips of various sounds this engine makes. Legendary. Keep it up TH.

I’ve always been a big fan of the 5cylinder engines and the sound they make.. obviously before all the restrictions they’ve put on the exhaust systems due to regulations.

you guys really are the gold standard of car reviews at this point. Keep it up!

"Laughs in American." (and then cries because I probably can't afford one)

5 cylinders are some of my favorite engines. Had on in my 2005 Volvo s60r... was a super fun car with just a better tone than a 4 or 6.

Any time an "entry" level car can cost over 60k, it quickly reminds me that my salary has not yet caught up with inflation 😔

That five cylinder sounds so good! That and a flat six are such a joy to the ear.

I've always liked these. It would be cool for you guys to test drive it again after whatever tune Unitronic does to it (to see the difference).

I've literally just watched the last 8 seconds and wanted to let you guys know how much I appreciate what you do. Thank you bringing yourselves and humor to help us appreciate the artistry that goes into cars. Lol thanks to you and other RU-vidrs I stopped wasting my money on Netflix subscriptions. "RU-vid school" as I call it is giving audio and visual learners like myself greater enjoyment of information.

A new take on a classic intro? I’m here for it. Great fun as always, guys. 😂

I don't know why, but I love Audi Cars sooo much.

The intros in every single video of this channel are masterclass

What an exhilarating sensory experience. Mesmerizing videography and fantastic editing. Audi couldn't have come up with a more gorgeous ad for their RS3.

That cheeky grin from Thomas when testing the rear seats is hilarious 😂

I cannot put into words to fully express how much I love and appreciate the creativeness of this channel. I've been following for years and it's my absolute favorite out of all the car review channels. That intro literally made me scream at my TV in the basement because I also watch a lot of nature documentaries. 😂😂 Keep up the good work guys! 👍🏽

Most creative car reviewers and simply the 😆 funniest, great work as always, Thomas and James

I remember when this channel had about 500k subs and I could not believe it had so little for how good a channel it is. So it’s good to see this channel is beyond 2 million and I hope it just keeps going.

1:49 that sound OMG

TH is THE BEST RU-vid based car-review/messing about channel. This RS3 checks all the boxes. I have a unitronic tuned Mk 7.5 Alltrack and it’s a perfect combination of daily driving practicality and twisty road machine.

Your intros always get me. Please never stop doing them

"Masterclass" is the Perfect word for that interior. Outstanding layout. Love the minimalist but very functional interior. I LOVE it!

The RS3 has to probably be one of the coolest cars of all time

I've watched this video no less than 10 times and I fall in love with the RS3 more and more with each view. Thank you gents for the review. I'm saving my pennies for one and can't wait till the day I order. The M340i is a bit too long and the M240i only has 2 doors... this is the sweet spot. Keep up the good work, fellas. Love the channel.

You need to have one like button for your intros, and then for actual car review

Literally you guys are unique. Every time I watch your videos I know you’d come up with funny introductions then…😂😂😂 good on you. Oh yeah great quality videos🫡

Although I am not really an Audi fan (design, interior,…), I have to say I enjoyed this review. It was great 👍🏼 You 2 just work together perfectly. Concerning the criticism of paying more than the sticker price - it’s such an American thing 😂🙈 no one else in their right mind would be like “the car costs 65k, but sure, I’ll pay 75k for it.” This bs has to stop.

These sound clips were off the charts guys. Well done!

As a tall viewer of your channel I would appreciate a "Does Harrison fit?" segment on each car you review. Hint: see if he fits in the front too.

Born and raised an Audi fanatic and these guys take the reviews to another level! Love all their content! Would love if they did the new S6 to my 4.0 S6 even though it’s tuned I could see James having the time of his life !

Excellent video review! Great job. Chemistry of the team is excellent. I'm the owner of a 2018 RS3 and love it. However, just placed an order for a 2024 model. Kemora Grey actually. This review really made me feel good about changing from a near perfect car to a more perfecter car. Scrabble word, I know but it fit. Now only have to wait until June or so to take delivery. Thanks again for the great review.

Pretty sure the 5 cylinder is half of the V10 found in the R8/Hurancan, so its no surprise is sounds so good.

I'm trading in my M2 for one of these in a couple weeks when it finally arrives. I kept waiting for the review from Throttle House though. For whatever reason I didn't connect the dots that they're in Canada and didn't really have access to it. Nice to see they give it a thumbs up. They pretty much sold me on my M2.

You guys get better at the intros every time!

Beautiful car. Some would say it's ideal as a daily and track driver, but I still think it's overpriced by about $10k.

The unitronic owner killed it with this spec!

THIS is the reason I love you guys 1000x better than The Straight Pipes. They don't even compare to this quality, and comical finesse. Keep it up!

James does a phenomenal impersonation of Sir Attenborough. I would totally watch a whole nature documentary about the two car enthusiasts! 😂

The shifter conversation was EPIC!🤣

these intros are brilliant, love it

One of your guys best openers ever. Audi's seem like a feat of engineering that are somewhat attainable or close enough to dream about but never touch.

AND I'M JAMES is the best part of every episode for me

Owned a 2017 S3 and loved it, then Audi forgot the RS3 and instead I bought a 2020 BMW M340 xdrive. Now they finally brought back the RS3 and I’d get one in a heartbeat. But…I love the M340 and with prices the way they are, I’m holding onto the Beemer as long as possible. Love the new RS3!

I bought my 2018 RS3 with an MSRP of $62,400CAD, sure makes it feel worth it hearing the price of the new one (that yea, I can’t even buy here). But wow, some good improvements! The front tires are even 265 vice the last gen’s 255! Thanks for the review! Poor Canada. Thanks PM for your new noise law. Really saving lives 😑

Seen 3.3seconds to 100km/h by The Topher. Just madness

I am just glad Unitronic has one for testing. I am waiting to see what they come up with for ECU and TCU tunes!

Just picked up the RS3 couple days ago and it is just wow. Leave me wanting to drive more and more even if I'm going no where. I've driven the 2022 rs5 as well and it's no where as fun as the new rs3. Nice vid! Just picked up the RS3 couple days ago and it is just wow. Leave me wanting to drive more and more even if I'm going no where. I've driven the 2022 rs5 as well and it's no where as fun as the new rs3. The sound of the five cylinder just isn't loud enough though...

What a breathtaking autumn scenario 🥰🥰🥰 it just couldn’t be better for a car review. And the shifter size theory made me burst out my tea 😂😂😂 thanks

This magnificent example of a car makes me proud to own a 5 cylinder. Thanks for another great video guys!

Good to see the Unitronic name on the channel. They have the most reliable tunes for VAG.

the one thing i love about the rs3 is the option/ destiny you choose for the car. Many choose it stock but a certain group take this to 700+whp

As a classical music, I truly appreciate how James accurately and descriptively spoke of the engine sound.

I am becoming a huge fan of Audi.

I have a tuned and straight piped Golf with the 2.5l 5 cylinder. It sounds amazing!

This is the perfect car for me in the current car market. It's flawless...... If one day it comes to Canada I am buying it.

This is by far the greatest intro I've ever watched when reviewing any car. Thanks for the laughs. And the commentating is second to none, beating only by the legend himself, Sir David Attenborough.

Been loving my RS3! Yeah, there's some artificial exhaust pumped in. But for $60,000, you get amazing fit and finish, performance, and not many cars can boast +/- 3,600-lbs. Have yet to try launching and torque-split. Incredible daily!!!

Awesome video. Thank you so much for your hard work!

Your videos keep getting more and more engaging and fun to watch.. ❤‍🔥

David Attenborough would be proud of that intro!

Best compact sleeper ever, and halfway to v10, which can't be overestimated.

I wanna go from an Elantra N to an RS3 so your civic type R comment was spot on

those trees are gorgeous

When you think the last intro will not be outdone, Thomas and James strikes again🔥🔥🔥

I enjoy the sound these make on the top end. I get hints of Audi/Lambo V10 sound and freakin love it!

Good to see James Attenborough back to do another episode of Planet VW.

I can say having the new 8Y verses the old model it is much more engaging. Love to see you take it for a few laps and do a comparo vs the all time list.

im always like, they can't top their previous video production level. and then they go an bring this joy of entertainment. well done.

Glad yall did this one- I own an 8V RS3 and although there are a lot of design things I heavily dislike about the refreshed 8y, an RS3 is an RS3, and they’re all amazing.

I can not understand why the bmw guy is so biased! The fact is, Audi is the Definitive German technological pioneer For the last decade. Name all the major breakthrough technology and you will find the Audi name coming up most of the time. It’s AUDI all the way bro!!

Omg the intro 😂😂😂 You guys never disappoint

I’ve loved the sound of the straight 5 since the days of Stig Blomqvist and his “Ur Quattro” Rally days.

Great stuff, gents! Love the RS3. Good chance that when I graduate from my GLI that an RS3 will be high on the list. Love that 5 cylinder.

I get what your saying about how the MQB cars always had that under steer but there was always a simple solution. A thicker RSB! In the fwd cars this is a tremendous aid as it allows you to rotate the rear end around corners via lift off oversteer.

I agree with James: previous RS 3 was definitely the best looking RS 3~~ I still like the look of this, and I think it's the best RS 3 made so far, but the look of the previous generation was just perfect to me.

The shiny black flares in the front grill make the front end look cheap. I miss the look of the 2020 S3/RS3. That generation was sporty yet elegant. These new generations look like they're trying too hard.

theyre unfortunately very hard to get. I went into the dealership 3 months ago and they said they werent even allowed to start ordering them yet. now you can order one and youre looking at a minimum of 6 months wait. Really, its probably more likely youre looking at 9 months. This is what I would have picked though. I was fortunate enough to at least drive one two weeks ago. Yes, it is built for a front wheel bias haldex system. yes, it is still understeery compared to any of the bimmers. Make no mistake though, its still the most fun any of the germans can offer without losing two of the doors. I had to go the bmw route. I was very lucky to have first dibs on a 340i last week, in virtually my ideal spec, and I was very disappointed even when disregarding the fact that the 340 was about $5k USD more expensive than the RS3. It was a very composed vehicle, but it was very much a GTish highway ripper. Nowhere near as fun on winding back roads. On the highway I just felt like I was going faster than I should have been, and not realizing it unless I was staring at the speedo. It just wasnt very fun for $68 grand. truly like an e90 on Zoloft. I couldnt say that about the RS3, but Ive also been dealing with the headache of trying to find a new car amongst a chip shortages and shipping woes for over a year now. I wasnt going to wait until this spring or summer to get behind the wheel of my next vehicle. I ended up getting a 330i with every option other than the 5g hotspot. it was about $57k USD so if I am sacrificing a bit of fun at least I am saving 10 grand. It will be here in about 70 days.

"This makes men feel like KINGS!"

Just about to hit 10,000 miles in my 23' model. Still feels new and smiles per gallon are over the moon!

Throttle House in 2022- More capable and better than they have ever been!!

Amazing as always! I’d love to see a comparison video between the R and RS3 on the road and track!

Thomas was most definitely sick during the filming of this

Definitely an incredible all-rounder. I like the styling of the new interior, but I do feel like the previous gen was a touch classier and felt higher quality.

If only it came in manual, especially the hatchback version

Very good looking car inside out.. Looks way better than the m2

Unitronic is the best tuning and hardware company and could always rely on them!! Best from Montreal 🔥🔥

Your videos are great as always , the RS3 is masterpiece for me .

My biggest gripe about the S3/RS3 is they never gave it an optional manual.

I died at the Attenborough intro….amazing lol.

Any insight as to the real reason why Audi cancelled this in Canada, or whether they’ll eventually sell it here? I’m so upset that we can’t buy this as it was going to be my next car… Great video.

Love the RS3 it's my favorite Audi and I want one

Expensive as hell, but absolutely love it, I would happily downgrade from my RSQ8, to daily drive one of these. Especially if they offered the hatchback.

Best video of the RS3 I’ve seen! Good job! I bought my 2018 RS3 a few months back and love it - still watching videos of it too🤣

It looks fucking sick inside and out, by far the best one ever made and it’s not even relatively close. They dominate this segment.

James "if the Honda civic wants to grow up a little bit" ahhahah you guys make my day. Great video as always.

Great review! always amazing to see you guys get your hands on the new tech. Maybe an unpopular opinion, but i definitely prefer this one over the hatchback. Just really sets it apart from the golf R, and looks dope as hell.