2026 Audi RS 3 Specs: MPG, Gas Mileage, Engine Size & Dimensions

2017–2018 model years2 variantsUp to 22 MPG combined

2026 Audi RS 3 Specs at a Glance

The 2026 Audi RS 3 gets 22 mpg combined on the 2.5L All-Wheel Drive configuration, weighs 3,616 lbs, measures 178.3 in long. Every figure below comes from EPA, NHTSA, or manufacturer published data — no estimates.

Combined MPG
22 mpg (19 city / 28 hwy)
Best configuration: 2.5L · All-Wheel Drive · Automatic (AM-S7)
Engine
2.5L 5-cyl
2.5L · All-Wheel Drive · Automatic (AM-S7)
Curb weight
3,616 lbs
Heaviest recorded configuration: RS 3 4DR SEDAN
Length
178.3 in · 72.8 in wide · 55.5 in tall
Wheelbase
103.5 in

Detailed Specifications

Audi RS 3 — All Years Overview

YearTrimEngineTransDriveCityHwyCombinedFuel
2018Auto (AM-S7), 5 cyl, 2.5 L5 · 2.5LAutomatic (AM-S7)All-Wheel Drive192822Premium Gasoline
2017Auto (AM-S7), 5 cyl, 2.5 L5 · 2.5LAutomatic (AM-S7)All-Wheel Drive192822Premium Gasoline

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Audi RS 3 — Frequently Asked Questions

What is the fuel economy of the 2018 Audi RS 3?

The Audi RS 3 is EPA-rated at up to 22 MPG combined (19 city / 28 highway).

What engine does the 2018 Audi RS 3 have?

The Audi RS 3 uses a 2.5L 5-cylinder engine paired with an Automatic transmission.

What years of the Audi RS 3 are covered here?

This page documents 2 verified Audi RS 3 configurations across model years 2017–2018.

Which model year of the Audi RS 3 is the most fuel efficient?

Every documented Audi RS 3 model year lands on the same 22 MPG combined peak, so fuel economy is not a reason to prefer one year over another.

How many engine options does the Audi RS 3 have?

Across every year on record the Audi RS 3 uses one displacement, 2.5L, so trims differ by drivetrain and equipment rather than engine size.

Is the 2018 Audi RS 3 front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive?

Every Audi RS 3 configuration on record here is All-Wheel Drive; no alternative drivetrain appears in the 2017–2018 data.