Compare the Audi RS3 Saloon vs Mercedes-Benz AMG A45
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Both of these high-performance models suffer from notable noise on the motorway, with the Audi RS3 Saloon transmitting road roar from its wide wheels and the Mercedes-Benz AMG A45 letting in tyre noise and a hint of wind. When it comes to seating comfort, the RS3 Saloon treats front occupants to comfortable seats, whereas the figure-hugging front chairs in the AMG A45 have cushions about as comfortable as placing leather over a wardrobe. In the rear, fitting three across the back is a squeeze in the Mercedes-Benz, while the Audi is only really fit for four occupants. The AMG A45 delivers more power and has a larger boot than the RS3 Saloon. For peace of mind, both provide three years of warranty cover, but Mercedes-Benz includes unlimited mileage while Audi caps protection at 60,000 miles.
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Compare the specs
Standard kit
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Android Auto
Mirrors your Android phone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Apple CarPlay
Mirrors your iPhone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Cruise control
Holds a steady speed on the motorway without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
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Heated seats
Warms the seat itself on cold mornings.
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Leather seats
Leather (or leather-look) seat upholstery instead of cloth.
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Navigation
Built-in sat nav on the car's own screen, no phone needed.
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Parking Camera
A rear (sometimes 360°) camera that shows what's behind you while parking.
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Parking Sensors
Beeps that get faster as you get closer to something while parking.
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Touchscreen infotainment
A touch-operated screen for media, settings and (often) navigation.
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Android Auto
Mirrors your Android phone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Apple CarPlay
Mirrors your iPhone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Climate control
Automatically keeps the cabin at a set temperature, rather than a manual heater dial.
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Cruise control
Holds a steady speed on the motorway without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
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Heated seats
Warms the seat itself on cold mornings.
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Leather seats
Leather (or leather-look) seat upholstery instead of cloth.
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Navigation
Built-in sat nav on the car's own screen, no phone needed.
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Parking Camera
A rear (sometimes 360°) camera that shows what's behind you while parking.
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Parking Sensors
Beeps that get faster as you get closer to something while parking.
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Touchscreen infotainment
A touch-operated screen for media, settings and (often) navigation.
Key information
| Body type Saloons, Sports cars | Body type Sports cars |
| Available fuel types Petrol | Available fuel types Petrol |
| Number of seats 5 | Number of seats 5 |
| Boot space, seats up 321 litres (2 suitcases) | Boot space, seats up 370 litres (3 suitcases) Best |
| Boot space, seats down — | Boot space, seats down 1,210 litres |
| External dimensions (L x W x H) 4,542 mm x ?? mm x 1,412 mm | External dimensions (L x W x H) 4,453 mm x 1,850 mm x 1,414 mm |
| Towing capacity — | Towing capacity 1,500 kg |
| First year tax rate £3,420 | First year tax rate £3,420 |
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Fuel economy
This measures how much fuel a car uses, according to official tests. It's measured in miles per gallon (MPG) and a higher number means the car is more fuel efficient.
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Fuel economy
This measures how much fuel a car uses, according to official tests. It's measured in miles per gallon (MPG) and a higher number means the car is more fuel efficient.
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| Drive type Four wheel drive | Drive type Four wheel drive |
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Insurance
The insurance group the car sits in, from 1 to 50. The lower the group, the cheaper it usually is to insure.
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Insurance
The insurance group the car sits in, from 1 to 50. The lower the group, the cheaper it usually is to insure.
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Drivetrain & power
| Engine name RS 3 TFSI Quattro 400 S Tronic | Engine name A45 S 4Matic+ Plus Auto |
| Engine size 2.5 L Petrol • 400 BHP | Engine size 2.0 L Petrol • 421 BHP |
| Body type Saloons, Sports cars | Body type Sports cars |
| Fuel type Petrol | Fuel type Petrol |
| Transmission Automatic | Transmission Automatic |
| Drive type Four wheel drive | Drive type Four wheel drive |
| Forward gears 7 | Forward gears 8 |
| Acceleration 3.8 s (0-60 mph) Best | Acceleration 3.9 s (0-60 mph) |
Dimensions & space
| Number of seats 5 | Number of seats 5 |
| Number of doors 4 | Number of doors 5 |
| Boot (seats up) 321 litres | Boot (seats up) 370 litres Best |
| Boot (seats down) — | Boot (seats down) 1,210 litres |
| Length 4,542 mm | Length 4,453 mm |
| Width — | Width 1,850 mm |
| Height 1,412 mm | Height 1,414 mm |
| Wheelbase 2.63 m | Wheelbase 2.73 m |
| Turning circle 12.0 m | Turning circle 11.54 m |
Full features list
*Please contact the dealer for a personalised quote, including terms and conditions. Quote is subject to dealer requirements, including status and availability. Illustrations are based on personal contract hire, 9 month upfront fee, 48 month term and 8000 miles annually, VAT included.