Audi A3 Sedan launched from RM332K, booking open for RS3 Sedan from RM650K

By CARSIFU | 10 October 2022


KUALA LUMPUR: The new Audi A3 Sedan was launched in Malaysia last week.

The model in S Line trim is priced at RM331,990 (inclusive of duties and sales tax).

At the same time , new Audi distributor PHS Automotive Malaysia also announced that the RS 3 Sedan is open for booking. Pricing is expected to range from RM650,000 to RM750,000.

The A3 combines a new design language with advanced technologies, and promises an even more engaging driving experience.

The cabin is roomier than before, featuring the Audi virtual cockpit, 10.1-inch MMI navigation plus touch display and Audi connect plus services as standard.

The front of the car is dominated by a large Singleframe with honeycomb grille flanked by striking headlights. The body line on the Sedan extends up to the rear bumper, which emphasises its length and gives
the rear an elegant appearance.

Audi A3 Sedan


The concave surface under the broad body shoulder further accentuates the quattro blisters and the sill. The roof line slopes down from the B-pillar dynamically – just like on a coupé.

Its streamlined body, paired with a higher rear end and a large diffuser contributes to reduced drag coefficient values, which in turn reduces C02 emissions and fuel.

The A3 also features controllable cooling-air inlet with two electrically actuated louvre modules behind the Singleframe.

They regulate the flow of air and according to the driving situation. In addition, the panelled underbody, the exterior mirrors with improved aerodynamics, and the active brake cooling reduces air resistance.

Audi A3 Sedan


The third-generation modular infotainment platform (MIB 3) boasts computing power 10 times higher than in the predecessor model, and can connect to smartphones via the Audi smartphone interface,
which integrates iOS and Android cell phones with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

The suspension of the new A3 Sedan has been tuned to be sporty, allowing for faster reaction speeds and increased precision driving, especially for those who enjoy hard cornering.

All this is thanks to the central dynamic handling system that ensures optimal interaction between all the components to the transverse dynamics.

The A3  is available in a choice of eight colours: two solid paint finish and five metallic, and one pearl effect shades.

Audi RS 3 Sedan


On to the sportiest variant of the A3.

The RS3 Sedan is compact yet mighty boasting impressive agility and dynamic handling, courtesy of a 2.5 litre TFSI turbo inline-five cylinder petrol mill making 395hp/500Nm. The prodigious power is relayed to both axles via a 7-speed S tronic dual-clutch automatic.

It takes 3.8s to go from 0-100kph, with top speed capped at 250kph.

In June 2021, the RS 3 became the fastest compact model on the Nürburgring Nordschleife with a time of 7:40.748 minutes. It was also the firsdt Audi model to get a torque splitter, which distributes torque fully adjustably between the rear wheels.

Audi RS 3 Sedan


All Audi models are offered with 3 years free maintenance, 5 years unlimited mileage warranty and 5 years roadside assistance.

Bookings for the A3 Sedan and the RS 3 can be made at all Audi Centres at Setia Alam, Glenmarie and Juru.

Audi RS 3 Sedan

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