First launched at 2013, Audi has released the new 2015 Audi RS Q3 with significant upgrades compared to its predecessor. The most accentuated change is addressed to the 2015 Audi Q3’s more aerodynamic and faster speed. This change is undoubtedly what expected from a sporty crossover with iconic Audi badge.
Impressive 2015 Audi RS Q3 Exterior and Interior Design
Let’s draw our attention to the exterior design of 2015 Audi RS Q3. On front side, you will find the new headlamps set along with silver frame for grille that continues to lamps and under the hood. Overall, the Audi RS Q3 sports the cool sporty crossover look which looks significantly different compared to the standard 2015 Audi Q3. As for the rear side, you will find its design is still unchanged, except for little changed taillights. Looking at the profile feature, there are only some revisions made for side skirts and wheel arches. However small the changes are, you can still sense it. It is seen on the wheel design, which features the 19 inch ones as standard. However, you can opt for 20 inch wheels picked from option list.
Entering this sporty crossover, you will be greeted by cool and surprisingly elegant choice of black color covering the 2015 Audi Q3 interior almost entirely. However, you can still grasp the sporty vibe to suit the impression this 2015 Audi RS Q3 sports. The comfortable seats for passengers and driver are cladded in style by Alcantara and leather or upholstered by Nappa leather with diamond quilts. The latter is available as optional interior package.
Inside this cool sporty crossover, you will find how its sportiness is brought to another level by installing specific instrument cluster along with special menu to provide useful driver information system for this RS series. In modern RS model, this system for 2015 Audi RS Q3 allows its drivers monitoring the oil temperature of engine and boost pressure while giving access to lap time. As for the cargo space, new Audi RS Q3 is designed with same capacity, which is the 44.5 cubic feet of space with the seats folded, or 12.5 cubic-feet when the rear seating area is up.
Improved 2015 Audi RS Q3 Engine Specs
The significant change is made for the 2015 Audi RS Q3 engine. The five-cylinder engine of 2.5 liter of displacement is capable of producing 340 hp and torque of 332 lb.-ft. It is a great change compared to its predecessor by generating more 30 horsepower and 22 lb.-ft. The great acceleration is produced by this cool crossover, starting from naught to 60 miles per hour speed only in 4.8 seconds. As for the top speed, it stays at 155 mph. This modern crossover is also renewed with faster gear shifts, thanks to its S tronic transmission in seven speeds. The power is distributed to the car’s quattro all-drive system by the transmission through the use of multi-plate new hydraulic clutch. Hot chassis updates are also included to new Audi RS Q3 2015 for dynamic handling system.
Undoubtedly, the price for RS Q3 would be more than 2015 Audi Q3 price, which is ranging around USD 70,300. However, this price surely can represent the top performance this crossover achieves from its enhanced drivetrain. The greater power and torque of the new 2015 Audi RS Q3 is a selling point here, as well as the excellent acceleration it demonstrates. The release date will be revealed soon by the company.