Audi RS3: this is Manhart's proposal to raise the power of the German model

While the Audi RS3 is one of the most powerful cars from the German brand in its segment, it seems some people are not entirely satisfied with what it offers. So Manhart’s professionals have set about preparing this model to make it even more attractive, both aesthetically and in terms of power and performance.

The first modified Audi RS3 is not ready yet, so what we are going to see is a preview of what is going to be created. The body kit the Audi itself has used is quite aggressive, with large air intakes and sculpted wheel arches. So Manhart has limited itself to adding several stickers with stripes and gold details on the bodywork to reinforce its presence.

Another of the elements added to the exterior look of the Audi RS3 are the 20-inch Concave One black alloy wheels. The two existing variants, the compact and the saloon, have also benefited from a change to the active suspension. This lowers the ride height, gaining control and improving handling.

The sound has also been improved, with the addition of a twin stainless steel exhaust with valve control, although it keeps the oval-shaped twin outlet typical of the RS range.

Manhart RS3 engine

The Audi RS3 that leaves the factory has a turbocharged five-cylinder 2.5-litre engine. This produces 400 CV in the European specification and 407 CV for the US market. Manhart has added the MHtronik Powerbox module to the engine and has raised that power to 493 CV.

Manhart has not detailed the changes made to the engine, but we are sure these modifications will mean the 0 to 100 km/h acceleration time drops below 3.8 seconds offered by the factory version.