Audi S3 Sportback Quattro 2.0 TFSI Review: High Five
Audi’s only hot hatch gains a couple of doors and a clutch, loses a foot pedal and costs cheaper – sounds like a tempting perspective to me.
What we like:
Extremely exploitable performance- inspired handling
- lightning quick gearbox
- discreet looks
- build quality
- practical
- reasonable price
- all-wheel drive stability
What we dislike:
Steering can do with more feel- handling not as inspiring as a GTI
- I am still not paid enough to buy one
As you’d expect, the S3 Sportback has a long list of standard kit, including Xenon headlamps, cruise control, electrically adjustable seats, Bose sound system with iPod connectivity, climate control, 18-inch wheels, rear parking sensors and so on.
Notable optional extras include a $5,678 panoramic roof and the TTS’ $2,385 Magnetic Ride system.
The S3 has always been ultra desirable but its high asking price of over $160,000, its three-door body and manual transmission are major deterrents for grown up hot hatch buyers. With the new S3 Sportback, Audi has addressed all the above mentioned shortcomings. The Sportback costs $158,000 while offering two extra doors and a twin clutch gearbox. Other than the numb steering, it is the near perfect hot hatch for grown men.
Credits: Story and photos by Raymond Lai
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