hampshirephoto can you do an episode with a Leon cupra I’m getting one next year so if you haven’t done and episode with one by then I will hit you up 😂
Hi luke looking forward to the cupra. All being well i pick my seat leon cupra300 ST 4drive in a week or so. Is the one you have lined up a hatch or st?
Nick Horton far superior cabin In an S3? You must be delusional. The Golf R has so much more going on than an S3. The Audi interior is so plain and smallish compared to the Golf. It’s like there’s a lot more going on in the golf. But to give it to ya the exterior on the S3 is amazing especially that front end with all the chrome lines
Rarer than Golf R, you’re being sarcastic right. All I ever see is s3’s where I live bro. Currently contemplating between a s3 or a s5 (bit of a long car and I hate long cars) 😬
I'm gonna be real I've got m135i I'm just gonna say the truth the s3 is better looking out of all cars for its budget and holds the same power as the golf
It’s 2024 and that green Golf R looks killer. I’ve been leasing Mazda 3 GT AWD Turbo but recently just returned it. I have a 2015 Honda Accord Coupe V6-6 speed manual which is solid as a rock in so many ways , great car especially on the highway drive but I now am looking at something different and the S3 & the Golf R are on the list of tight little rockets to enjoy ripping round the city. Appreciate the video , helps to watch and hear the various perspectives on these cars. With all these horrible EV’s being released its nice to know that there are some solid machines left.
From my tests on my R - fuel will make a difference. Shell V-power gives me 0.2 faster on 0-60 than Tesco momentum 99. That's 2 runs on each, same conditions and having driven a week on the fuel before testing with dragy.....not sure what fuel either of you are using.
I’m a little disappointed that you guys didn’t do more 0-60 runs. I’ve heard the Golf R is actually faster than the S3 due to being lighter, would’ve loved to see it here
Never drove an S3 I have a 7.5 Golf R and the Golfs supposed to be the better driver car in the bends more supported seats while the S3 a bit more classer cabin
The reason an RS3 is slow on track is because of understeer. The S3 does not have that problem as it runs on the same platform as a golf R. An S3s and a golf Rs cornering is practically the same.
Problem I have with the s3 is there's a model above which is the rs3. Where golf r is top of the range. I just feel all s3 owners will get the same question asked, why didn't you get the rs3?
In reality the RS3 is simply too expensive for what it offers. A £1500 stage 2 tune will give an S3 close to 400 bhp. Ok you don't get the fantastic 5 pot engine but I personally think the S3 is a better choice unless your minted and money isn't an issue...
Why do you even want to eat the A45... comparing yourself to others will only bring you pain. You can afford what you can afford. I drive an A45 but I own a multimillion dollar property portfolio, to me, an A45 is like buying an average car. A Lambo is just ridiculous in the street, but I enjoy the A45. It’s enough for me.
Maybe Its because I’m from the US, and we don’t get the Audi in a hatchback and only in a sedan, but the golf is a true hatchback. Golf, GTI, Golf R ...whatever you call it it’s a hatchback and is a hatchback all day. To me the S3 is a sedan offered in a hatchback. Not to knock the car at all, but it’s really not comparable as hot hatch.
What I found strange was, the guy said this was his first time in a Golf R. If you are buying a brand new and end up with an Audi A3, then the golf R is also surely on the shopping list to test
I hear that the Golf R is a more entertaining driving experience but... It's the S3 for me; I'm seduced by how pretty they are and let's face it, they're far from slow. Also I think Rory should reconsider how much personalisation he puts on it (although I confess the front splitter does look good); his car was already great looking when he bought the thing.
Round three is a little biased though, seeing a the votes are from your insta followers which some presumably follow you through the interest in the Golf R in the first place. If he'd had a vote on his Instagram, it's more than likely the results would be the other way around. An impartial way of voting, maybe asking the general public on a high street/car park which they prefer would be better?
I'd take the S3 but i would say that as i have a 19 plate Ara blue S3 sportback . There pretty much the same car tho but the audi is notch above for me
I've got an Ara blue S3 sportback black edition..magnetic ride, supersports seats, Matrix LED's and the B&O stereo..love it to bits..and have averaged 32.4 over 8500 miles..a few long m'way journey's have helped. 👍🏻😁
Just me. The Interior and Exterior of the Golf i like better. The S3 is more agressive on the outside, it screams look at me im superfast and super loud when its really just a 300bhp 4 banger. The Golf is more subtle, its just a comfortable daily, almost a factory sleeper if you will but then it packs a crazy punch when you let it rip. Technically the are the same car, quattro or 4motion, DSG or S-Tronic its the same car assembled from the same exact parts from the same factorys in Asia.
I wanted an S3, but my wife found it extremely painful on her feet to drive, which is odd cos she's totally comfortable in the R, would've thought the pedal/seat positioning would've been the same given it's the same chassis and running gear etc, but clearly not. So, anyway, had to be an R for us but I still think the S3 has classier interior (Audi salesman on the other hand seemed like he didn't want to sell us one, very odd experience !!)
please improve on your mics because every time it goes to a cut scene the music is too loud and have to keep fiddling with my speakers, nice vid though bro
Did you tell your insurance about the res delete an if so did it cost you (Might have already asked you this but can’t remember) Debating deleting mine
I have a full cat back custom stainless exhaust and is declared with insurance (direct line) and only added 20 quid or so on my premium. I would guess a res delete would be similar.
The Audi has a much better cabin that comes better equipped as standard everything is an extra for the golf. That said the the RS3 makes the s3 less desirable. But the golf wins it for me just something about it.
@@adrianchiu8415 hey mate what the 4drive?? Ah amazing if so. Have you seen the new cupra r version looks mental with the copper highlights. I saw the normal 4drive so subtle only thing was the exhaust is so quite apparently because estate and more family orientated lol.
@@chriscringle9263 yes the st300 4drive. I have seen the cupra r and the carbon edition. Unfortunately they are a bit out of my budget. I will prob get a res delete done.
@@adrianchiu8415 ah lovely carbon edition is great. All same engine which is what matters. Think the new cupra r is about 40k sterling!!!!! ABT do a 500 pound stage 1 it's well worth it if u can carwow did a vid on it last week.
I' love Audi... for some reasons they alwasy underestimates their cars power and timings...those cars always do better then what Audi claims! On the other side, I feel like the golf is a little bit more "playful" to drive
res delete*..as in resonator delete.I don't have much knowledge on this but i think It's some type of exhaust modification to make the exhaust more louder .
This was a close one!! Which one for you? S3 or Golf R?
hampshirephoto can you do an episode with a Leon cupra I’m getting one next year so if you haven’t done and episode with one by then I will hit you up 😂
I have one planned!
hampshirephoto unfortunately we don’t get the S3 hatchback in the USA 🇺🇸, only the sedan, so for me it’s the Golf R. Great video as always!
Hi luke looking forward to the cupra. All being well i pick my seat leon cupra300 ST 4drive in a week or so. Is the one you have lined up a hatch or st?
hampshirephoto which is the better car to buy and value for its money an the Quattro or 4motion better
S3, would love an Rs3 but can't afford to run...... Right now 😏
What was up for showing the score for 15 seconds each time
yeah so annoying
The S3 for me personally looks borderline on the shape of an estate car
S3. Better image, far superior cabin, and rarer than the R. That's why I bought one😄
Nick Horton far superior cabin In an S3? You must be delusional. The Golf R has so much more going on than an S3. The Audi interior is so plain and smallish compared to the Golf. It’s like there’s a lot more going on in the golf. But to give it to ya the exterior on the S3 is amazing especially that front end with all the chrome lines
Your car is literally the same as a golf r. Both boring and soulless cars!
Rarer than Golf R, you’re being sarcastic right. All I ever see is s3’s where I live bro. Currently contemplating between a s3 or a s5 (bit of a long car and I hate long cars) 😬
I just think the floating tablet-style infotainment screen looks garbage compared to the Golf R
Golf r interior is actually better than rs3 too
100% would rather have the S3.
Me too, but the green on the GOLF R is SICKKK
7R interior is way better, S3 interior looks poor 🤣
Geen Toegang ^Said nobody ever 🤣
@@denispalt9184 Literally
I'm gonna be real I've got m135i I'm just gonna say the truth the s3 is better looking out of all cars for its budget and holds the same power as the golf
It’s 2024 and that green Golf R looks killer. I’ve been leasing Mazda 3 GT AWD Turbo but recently just returned it. I have a 2015 Honda Accord Coupe V6-6 speed manual which is solid as a rock in so many ways , great car especially on the highway drive but I now am looking at something different and the S3 & the Golf R are on the list of tight little rockets to enjoy ripping round the city.
Appreciate the video , helps to watch and hear the various perspectives on these cars. With all these horrible EV’s being released its nice to know that there are some solid machines left.
In looks he's definitely modded better golf one doesn't have a splitter
From my tests on my R - fuel will make a difference. Shell V-power gives me 0.2 faster on 0-60 than Tesco momentum 99. That's 2 runs on each, same conditions and having driven a week on the fuel before testing with dragy.....not sure what fuel either of you are using.
That's pretty interesting, I always get momentum as it's same octane and a lot cheaper and thought it'd make no odds.
I’m a little disappointed that you guys didn’t do more 0-60 runs. I’ve heard the Golf R is actually faster than the S3 due to being lighter, would’ve loved to see it here
Golf R obviously, as I have one. Tyres and tread make a real difference on grip and the 0 to 60mph times though!
Both amazing cars to be fair....
Never drove an S3 I have a 7.5 Golf R and the Golfs supposed to be the better driver car in the bends more supported seats while the S3 a bit more classer cabin
Driven both and I prefer the Audi
I wouldn’t lower either of those cars, they look good and handle well as stock
You need to lower the Audi and get the golf on spacers
Golf R all the way. The Golf beats the RS3 round a track, so it will demolish an S3. Beast of a motor.
What you on about ya absolute weapon. S3 demolishes this on every other channel and in real world driving. Ahaha
Farhan simmer down - czcams.com/video/-3jWVTKYcP0/video.html
@@poddyea2k9 lol on a one sided video have a word with yourself.
@@mfd7289 0-1
The reason an RS3 is slow on track is because of understeer. The S3 does not have that problem as it runs on the same platform as a golf R. An S3s and a golf Rs cornering is practically the same.
I have a Golf R myself but the MK7. Was either that or an S3 but the Golf edged it for me. S3’s do look a bit more “classy” though
Not a bit, way more classy lol
This has been my favorite out of this series yet. Although I love both cars,I'd take the Golf R over the S3. RS3 is different story tho.
True
Problem I have with the s3 is there's a model above which is the rs3. Where golf r is top of the range. I just feel all s3 owners will get the same question asked, why didn't you get the rs3?
Because they are a rip off, 50k..u can just tune a s3 n match the performance
In reality the RS3 is simply too expensive for what it offers. A £1500 stage 2 tune will give an S3 close to 400 bhp. Ok you don't get the fantastic 5 pot engine but I personally think the S3 is a better choice unless your minted and money isn't an issue...
Nick Horton but its not an rs3 tho is it
Didn’t Carwow do an RS3 review and the spec was like over £60k?
OpWinston welllll Audi rs3 ?? Well it’s not exactly an rs6 is it ?????
Rather Have the S3.
Golf r I have one but really keen on the new RS3 in a year or 2 , beat that A45s.
Why do you even want to eat the A45... comparing yourself to others will only bring you pain. You can afford what you can afford. I drive an A45 but I own a multimillion dollar property portfolio, to me, an A45 is like buying an average car. A Lambo is just ridiculous in the street, but I enjoy the A45. It’s enough for me.
no digital dash on the S3? urghhhhh
No hate but please take that wrap off! We need the lapiz blue back.
It's coming back soon!! :)
I 2nd this comment the green does nothing for the golf
I second this comment the blue is much nicer mate
“cheers” from california! 😆 makes me proud to own a golf r, been killin most cars except ss camaros and corvettes!!
A stage II setup/tune will fix taking an L from a Camaro
So basically you been killing all the regular traffic and the fast cars are faster
@@amg863 😂😂😂😂
Golf.. you made me love that car
That's great to hear!!
Love these head2heads. Just waiting on the TCR or Clubsport 😄
Thanks buddy!!
S3 for me 👍
the golf r has a option for a akrapovic exhaust system that's why its slightly quieter then the s3 in stock from
the s3 often not stock , stock has no pop corn revs even in sport mode
Wow 4 adverts in 13 minutes new record
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Bro they have the same engine.. its just body
Even though the cars are mechanically extremely similar, the S3 just seems like the more attractive proposition.
In your opinion
David mcgloan Yeah... which is also known as fact
@@bambychoi9366 🎣
David mcgloan finishing rod.. alarm... not quite getting it keyboard warrior...
@@bambychoi9366 calm down
Maybe Its because I’m from the US, and we don’t get the Audi in a hatchback and only in a sedan, but the golf is a true hatchback. Golf, GTI, Golf R ...whatever you call it it’s a hatchback and is a hatchback all day. To me the S3 is a sedan offered in a hatchback. Not to knock the car at all, but it’s really not comparable as hot hatch.
What I found strange was, the guy said this was his first time in a Golf R. If you are buying a brand new and end up with an Audi A3, then the golf R is also surely on the shopping list to test
ive got he s3 and thinking of changing to golf R, massively confusing choice
Why downgrade?
@@chiquicat1 how is it a downgrade lol
Should do interior quality too bro
mr Heisenberg no point in comparing interior in these two cars, the Audi is far superior.
We want to see a drag race , plz !
S3 whips the golf in a drag race.. seen it happen, not even close which is strange because they are the same engine.
you didn't know that the s3 is Quattro....wow...😂😂😂
Mike Sear haldex poo fake quattro
Would definitely rather have the S3, golf R is a fantastic car though. Much preferred your car when it was in blue.
Golf R is better as you get more spec as standard and it's also more spacious, simple.
Not to mention it’s cheaper to buy in the first place
Chris I bought the S3 three days ago and thought I may have made the wrong decision. Now I can sleep at night.
Nice one 👍 By the way what do you use to measure the 0-60 time ?
Trite format and point system is daft
how didn’t you know s3 was Quattro
I'm probably biased as I own a GTI Clubsport. But how can it not be obvious that the Golf looks so much better.
I hear that the Golf R is a more entertaining driving experience but...
It's the S3 for me; I'm seduced by how pretty they are and let's face it, they're far from slow. Also I think Rory should reconsider how much personalisation he puts on it (although I confess the front splitter does look good); his car was already great looking when he bought the thing.
Round three is a little biased though, seeing a the votes are from your insta followers which some presumably follow you through the interest in the Golf R in the first place. If he'd had a vote on his Instagram, it's more than likely the results would be the other way around. An impartial way of voting, maybe asking the general public on a high street/car park which they prefer would be better?
5:27 is yours all wheel drive 😳 I had to rewind that and I still can’t believe he ask him that 🤔
Costs more for the Audi brand, both mechanically same. So probs Golf R for me.
Love the S3, RS3 is too much in my Opinion
Yep RS absolutely ridiculous in the street, unless losing your license is your objective, lol
The s3 only looks cool until a rs3 goes by. The r has no such worry as its top of the vw tree. There's why I picked the golf
Yeah but could tune it for no more than 3 grand make it faster and still cheaper than a rs3 😊
Lads like this will never know what actual graft is, both bank of mom and dad all day long lmao
Someone jealous
Can you please send me the green code for that GOLF?
Good video
Thanks buddy!
Both great cars, but the golf R wins on things no one cares about haha. S3 for me all day
Comparing these two is like comparing toast with marmalade or jam
I'd take the S3 but i would say that as i have a 19 plate Ara blue S3 sportback . There pretty much the same car tho but the audi is notch above for me
I've got an Ara blue S3 sportback black edition..magnetic ride, supersports seats, Matrix LED's and the B&O stereo..love it to bits..and have averaged 32.4 over 8500 miles..a few long m'way journey's have helped. 👍🏻😁
That green is sick
chrisY i never thought I’d love a green car but it’s as pretty as an Emerald
Just me. The Interior and Exterior of the Golf i like better. The S3 is more agressive on the outside, it screams look at me im superfast and super loud when its really just a 300bhp 4 banger. The Golf is more subtle, its just a comfortable daily, almost a factory sleeper if you will but then it packs a crazy punch when you let it rip. Technically the are the same car, quattro or 4motion, DSG or S-Tronic its the same car assembled from the same exact parts from the same factorys in Asia.
I need to test drive the R, planning on getting one in the next 6-12 months.
Finally get rid of my 1.2 Fiesta 😂😂😂
S3 but I have an S1 and an A3 so natural progression
Simon Taylor
I have an S3 and my wife has an S1...love my S3 as an all rounder..but for sheer fun you can't beat an S1! 👍🏻❤
@@douglasb.5601 yeah, I love my S1 mate and not been in an S3 so I respect your opinion 👍
Simon Taylor
Enjoy your S1 and hang onto it..I think it may become a future classic. 👍🏻🙂
Douglas B. What year S1 as I’m thinking of buying one. Thanks
I was contemplating the S1 but ended up buying an S3. Let’s just say, very happy with my purchase
R. All day. Every day 😃
Why? Have you driven the S3 to compare? I love sitting in the luxury and extra comfortable cabin of the S3 every day.
Not even a mention of handling or braking..
I wanted an S3, but my wife found it extremely painful on her feet to drive, which is odd cos she's totally comfortable in the R, would've thought the pedal/seat positioning would've been the same given it's the same chassis and running gear etc, but clearly not. So, anyway, had to be an R for us but I still think the S3 has classier interior (Audi salesman on the other hand seemed like he didn't want to sell us one, very odd experience !!)
please improve on your mics because every time it goes to a cut scene the music is too loud and have to keep fiddling with my speakers, nice vid though bro
Clutch packs might be more worn due to all the launch controls. Have you tried the traction in sport rather than fully off?
Are you able to do launch control with traction control still on?
Fancy a test of an MRC stage 2 TTS?
Also the 0-60 times were slightly off especially for the R. Should at least be 4.6 into the 4.5s
Real world with a passenger 4.7 isn’t bad
Can someone help me? How do i the same regarding res delete on my audi s3 8v? Need pointing in the right direction please :)
Golf 7 R is better everyday
get some wind deflectors for on windows, it looks pretty good
S3 for me because quattro is better than the Hauldex awd system in the Golf R but nevertheless but are great daily drivers!!
They both have haldex..
Both use Haldex but Audi retain the Quattro trademark
Did you tell your insurance about the res delete an if so did it cost you
(Might have already asked you this but can’t remember)
Debating deleting mine
I have a full cat back custom stainless exhaust and is declared with insurance (direct line) and only added 20 quid or so on my premium. I would guess a res delete would be similar.
@@adrianchiu8415 Admiral for me just class all mine ad exhaust mods, it was similar cost to yours.
The Audi has a much better cabin that comes better equipped as standard everything is an extra for the golf. That said the the RS3 makes the s3 less desirable. But the golf wins it for me just something about it.
Now this is a proper comparison
Is there a difference between the res delete on the euro r vs North American?
S3 all day
Why would you want a granny's car over a sporty looking car.
Great vid mate. Be quality to see if anyone has the seat Leon cupra 300 st 4 drive 0-60 4.8 secs in estate form...
I will be collecting mine in a week or so.
@@adrianchiu8415 hey mate what the 4drive?? Ah amazing if so. Have you seen the new cupra r version looks mental with the copper highlights. I saw the normal 4drive so subtle only thing was the exhaust is so quite apparently because estate and more family orientated lol.
@@chriscringle9263 yes the st300 4drive. I have seen the cupra r and the carbon edition. Unfortunately they are a bit out of my budget. I will prob get a res delete done.
@@adrianchiu8415 ah lovely carbon edition is great. All same engine which is what matters. Think the new cupra r is about 40k sterling!!!!! ABT do a 500 pound stage 1 it's well worth it if u can carwow did a vid on it last week.
@@chriscringle9263 yeah i saw the vid. Prob get a tuning box from tdi tuning which takes it to 370 as its on a pcp. Cant wait to get it now lol
Where did you get the black audi badge
Fuel irrelevant for that test as it was long term
and not reset at the same time on both cars.
gent with the glasses was kak subjective tho
wasnt expecting this comment here. kak true though
South African confirmed lol
All s3 fans here probably owning a golf r now 😂😂
Awesome green color.
Loving the color of your new R!
No way s3 night an day
Woo I've been looking forward to this 😁😁
Hope you enjoyed it!
Fair comparison finally...
Both cars have what in their exhaust system?
redo the 0-60 with better drivers ;x
ive seen R's with the DSG do low 4s ... making us all look bad!
The S3 has a louder exhaust system so no surprise.
Might be a silly question but what does a res delete add to the vehicle?
Straight pipe instead of centre resonator. Just makes the car louder really.
I' love Audi... for some reasons they alwasy underestimates their cars power and timings...those cars always do better then what Audi claims! On the other side, I feel like the golf is a little bit more "playful" to drive
what does this mean at 2:22? restilite? restylit? sorry english is not my native language
res delete*..as in resonator delete.I don't have much knowledge on this but i think It's some type of exhaust modification to make the exhaust more louder .
what are you pressing to get the driving data up ?
I use Dragy
RS3 Saloon best thing after the RS6
I have had both S3 and 2018 Golf R 7.5 - I prefer the golf - more fun drive with the manual gear box
What splitter is that?
s3 still better then the golf r
Harry Potter in a golf
🤣🤣
Are they remapped or straight pipe? The growl? Help please?
N O R T H S I D E B A B Y ! Resonator Delete
Don't ever Straight Pipe your S3 or Golf R, Please.
VW Golf R =No brainer lol
S3 anyday
At 7:00 I've seen more driver involvement from a 6yr old on an arcade machine.
What do you expect from a modern automatic awd sports car going straight 0-60 ?
Neat video mate!