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2017 Audi RS 3

US · Subcompact Cars

The 2017 Audi RS 3 is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine
2.5L 5-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
Transmission
7-speed dual-clutch
Drivetrain
AWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Economy
22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) combined
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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
2.5L 5-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
Combined Economy
22 MPG US (10.7 L/100 km) · EPA
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
7-speed dual-clutch
Market: US·Switch units to convert the figures shown.
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
Engine2.5L 5-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
Displacement2.5 L
Cylinders5
AspirationTurbocharged
Fuel typeGasoline

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionDual-clutch
Gears7
DrivetrainAWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km)
City19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km)
Highway28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

1 configuration listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 10, 2026.

  • 19V474000: AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Audi S3 Sedan, 2015-2019 A3 Sedan and A3 Cabriolet, 2016-2018 A3 e-tron, and 2017-2019 RS3 vehicles. An improper electrical contact may cause the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) to falsely detect a malfunction and deactivate the passenger air bag.

    Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the connector and reroute the cable, free of charge. The recall began September 12, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall…

    Reported June 19, 2019. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 5, 2026 · US Government public data
  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 12, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: November 5, 2026

Data verified: November 5, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

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Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2017 Audi RS 3 have?

2.5L 5-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2017 Audi RS 3?

Combined fuel economy is 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2017 Audi RS 3 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: AWD.

Are there recalls for the 2017 Audi RS 3?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 10, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.