We might nearly imagine Audi teases prototype merchandise as a result of it loves developing with new camouflage schemes. Audi despatched a 2025 S3 prototype to strut the asphalt tarmac in Oman and showcase this little spring/summer time camouflage in monochrome and pumpkin. Fortunately, the Ingolstadt automaker additionally supplied just a few highlights about what’s below this sticky pores and skin. Beginning with the phrases fanatics love to listen to, there’s extra energy from the turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder. Kicking the horse depend up by 23 and torque by 15 pound-feet would take peak efficiency in our market to 329 hp and 310 lb-ft, if that is what we find yourself getting, matching Europe’s Volkswagen Golf R 333 numbers.
The much more interesting phrases for fanatics are that modifications to the engine and drivetrain ought to imply extra pliant utility of the additional energy. A “preloaded” turbo is alleged to make sure “extra spontaneous energy supply.” Stronger clutch actuation within the seven-speed S-tronic gearbox permits takeoff at larger torque values, for faster acceleration. On high of that, the engine’s run at larger rpm at idle and below partial load when in common Drive mode, for faster response if the motive force hits the throttle. Shift modifications below full load occur in half the time wanted within the present S3, and upshifts come later, downshifts earlier when arduous on it.
Audi put in the multi-clutch rear axle torque splitting system from the RS3 which, mixed with the brand new Dynamic Plus mode and returned stability management, ought to equal extra peppiness out again and fewer understeer in entrance. Further mechanical enhancements include the brand new entrance knuckles that double unfavorable camber of the entrance wheels, labored by stiffer wishbones, all for higher cornering grip. There is a variable-rate steering rack, bigger, extra highly effective entrance brakes with two-piston calipers, and two new 19-inch Falken tires sized the identical 235/35 as the present S3’s non-obligatory 19-inch hoop, however sportier.
In spite of everything that, search for the same old tweaks to the Singleframe grille and mesh, bumpers, exterior lights, and diffuser. The reveal occurs later this 12 months, anticipate the goodies to exert measurable upward strain on the present S3’s $48,495 base worth.