2025 Audi RS 3 First Drive: Beast in a Cage

Auto123 get in a first drive of the 2025 Audi RS 3.

Barcelona, Spain – There are cars that turns heads, and there are those that cause whiplash - like the 2025 Audi RS 3. With its predatory looks and explosive engine, this little devil on four wheels is the automotive equivalent of a pocket-sized tiger. Imagine a wild feline, lurking in your garage, ready to pounce... that gives you an idea!

But beyond the impressive roar, what does this RS 3 really have in its belly? Is this new version more than just a racing beast with a fiery temperament? Hang on to your hats.

A daily driver? Yes!
We often hear that compact sports cars are a compromise between the madness of an exotic car and the mundane needs of everyday driving. The 2025 RS 3 takes this idea to the extreme. Imagine tackling the track on a Sunday and commuting to work on Monday morning, all in the same car. One foot on the racetrack, the other quiet suburban streets.

But does the RS 3 manage this balance without losing its soul? The answer is a firm Yes... but. Let's just say you have to be prepared to tame the beast to really enjoy it.

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