New Audi RS 3 for Sale nearLocust Dale, VA

Is the Audi RS 3 a good car?

Yes — the Audi RS 3 is a compelling used pick if you want a compact performance sedan with serious pace and everyday usability. The all-generations owner rating is 5/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise its thrilling performance, strong handling, and power, and they also highlight how well it works as a daily driver. The 2025 model adds to that appeal with a high-quality interior and a comfortable, civilized ride when you’re not driving hard.

Expert reviews rate the 2025 and 2022 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs are limited cargo space and a value proposition that leans heavily toward performance and prestige rather than practicality.

35.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Audi RS 3 models reliable?

Owners consistently rate the RS 3 very highly, and the feedback points to a car that delivers exciting performance while still feeling usable day to day. Expert commentary also reinforces its strong driving character and everyday refinement.

• Owners rate the Audi RS 3 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is best managed by focusing on well-kept examples with clean history and regular maintenance.

What should I look for when buying a used Audi RS 3?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is excellent at 91.6% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, Park Assist Plus automated parking assistance, a 360-degree camera system, and automatic lane-centering.
• Infotainment: Audi’s Multimedia Interface (MMI) infotainment system with a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and 10.1-inch touchscreen, plus wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
• Fuel efficiency: It’s EPA-rated at 23 mpg combined (20 mpg city, 29 mpg highway) and our overall observed fuel economy was 22.8 mpg.

Which Audi RS 3 trim should I buy?

The 2025 Audi RS 3 offers these trims:

• RS 3: The RS 3’s unique turbocharged 2.5-liter five-cylinder engine, seven-speed dual-clutch transmission, all-wheel drive, adaptive damping, brake-based torque vectoring, and RS Torque Splitter define the model, while the optional Dynamic Plus Package adds carbon-ceramic front brakes and a higher top speed. The optional Carbon Optic Package adds a carbon fiber rear spoiler, mirror caps, and trim pieces, and the optional Design Plus Package adds accent stitching and trim in Express Red or Micrommata Green. This is the best-value choice if you want the full RS 3 experience without chasing every option.

What Audi RS 3 do most buyers choose?

The Audi RS 3 years with the most listings are 2025, 2024, and 2023.

These higher-volume years tend to be the easiest to shop because you get more inventory to compare, which can improve your odds of finding the right color, mileage, and condition. They also usually give you a broader spread of pricing and deal quality.

Is the Audi RS 3 safe?

• 2025: 7/10
• 2022: 7/10

The RS 3 comes standard with adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, Park Assist Plus automated parking assistance, a 360-degree camera system, and automatic lane-centering.

For the safest used buy, the 2022 and 2025 models both post the highest confirmed score of 7/10.

Should I buy a used Audi RS 3 now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Sweet-spot year: The 2025 model has the most listings. The Audi RS 3 offers a compact, performance-focused character with everyday drivability and a high-quality interior.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The latest model pairs a unique turbocharged 2.5-liter five-cylinder engine with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission and all-wheel drive, and it produces 394 horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque.
• Tech: The latest model includes a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, a 10.1-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a 15-speaker Sonos audio system.
• Safety: The latest model adds Park Assist Plus automated parking assistance, a 360-degree camera system, and automatic lane-centering.
• Starting price: Pricing starts at $67,395.

If you're buying used today, the 2025 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.