Audi RS 7 vs. Audi S3
When comparing the Audi RS 7 to the Audi S3, the Audi RS 7 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Audi S3 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Audi RS 7 versus the Audi S3, the Audi S3 is a better car than the Audi RS 7.
Audi RS 7 versus Audi S3 Pricing
A used 2023 Audi RS 7 ranges from $129,999 to $156,609 while a used 2023 Audi S3 is priced between $49,888 to $58,868. For a new model, the Audi RS 7's price is between $131,871 and $155,793, with the Audi S3 priced between $50,332 and $59,953.
Audi RS 7 versus Audi S3 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi RS 7 is 7.2 out of 10 while the Audi S3's quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Audi RS 7 being ranked 12 out of 25 Best Luxury Large Cars and the Audi S3 being ranked 10 out of 39 Best Luxury Small Cars.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi RS 7’s base engine makes 591 horsepower, and the Audi S3 base engine makes 306 horsepower. The RS 7 is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 405 miles. The S3 is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 464 miles. Both models use premium unleaded.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Audi S3 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$131,871 - $155,793
Used Asking Price:
$129,999 - $156,609
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
54.1%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$50,332 - $59,953
Used Asking Price:
$49,888 - $58,868
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
44.2%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
6.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Luxury Large Cars with Best Resale Value
Ranking
8 out of / 25Most Reliable Luxury Large Cars
Ranking
11 out of / 25Ranking
12 out of / 25iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
10 out of / 39Luxury Small Cars with Best Resale Value
Ranking
12 out of / 39Most Reliable Luxury Small Cars
Ranking
19 out of / 39Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
4.0T quattro
Trim Levels
2.0T quattro Premium, 2.0T quattro Premium Plus, 2.0T quattro Prestige
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
591 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
590 foot-lbs @ 2050 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.120 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
306 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 1900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.087 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 21 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
270 / 405 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 32 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
334 / 464 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
24.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53 inches
Cargo Space:
8.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
86.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4938 lbs
Width:
83.4 inches
Height:
56.1 inches
Length:
197.2 inches
Wheelbase:
115.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3527 lbs
Width:
78.1 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
177.3 inches
Wheelbase:
103.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
21.0 x 10.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
275/35R21
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
225/40R18
