Is it just me or these new S3 rims are awful looks like something off a SE model 1.6 diesel??? Whats that about Audi? This is meant to be a performance car a S car surely they could of come up with something more appealing, especially being a S car.
@@carguy_0627 I’m actually looking to buy a S3 and only thing is those wheels, and some people may say just change them, but I like to keep the OEM look of the car by not having aftermarket wheels on if that makes sense, big let down from Audi, its as if they just give up on the design of them not nice at all very lazy looking
@@AppyG yeah I know what you mean but Imo I say go for the old S3 as I think it looks better and has nice wheels but then again it’s personal preference because I don’t think this new S3 is appealing enough for a performance s car
Defo agree, all the top car dealers have all gone backwards on their design in 2020 - ( Except the A class) New Gen Golf looks average at best BMW 1 series design is questionable Audi's Design trying way too hard to look sporty. (they have lost the sleeky design look from the previous version) Mercedes is the only hatchback advancing in its design style
@@uk7866 I think maybe with some black tyre gel it could help them stand out, or yeah a white car. Or like @bob bob said its to get customers to pay more.
Are VW and Audi in a battle to come up with the shittest GTI and S3’s ever created. They both look absolutely hideous. Is Steve Wonder picking the alloys too?
Na this S3 ain't it I'm sorry 😪. The best S3 by far is the 17 reg imo cos it looked good and had the sound aswell. This S3 is straight trash, again, that's just my opinion tho 🤦♂️
I feel that vag is clearly differentiating the Golf R from the S3. S3 is more on the plush side .... a gentlemens small saloon with a decent punch while the Golf R, more of a enthusiast's coup of tea. Btw, racebox times 100-200 kmh seem to make the new S3 at least 1.5s faster than the previous non opf 7.5R so i think that because it's more confortable and maybe better sound proof it tricks you into thinking it's not as fast.
TR Hamza: A man absolutely at home doing S3/RS3 Reviews. Totally effortless & natural. What the hell with the 5 Cylinder cockpit growl, and oh those wheels.. Come on Audi!!!
I Just don’t think any of these new A3s, A Class, GTis etc are interesting in any way. These new models lack any real character. Great video from yourself as usual though!
And plus I think tr hamza should do an full top pic video 20 to 30 mins long talking about 2.5 cylinder what made him like them engine and like focus st rs engine all 2.5 engine like llf with he done with Audi rs2 like documentary that would be pretty interesting video talking about all of manufactures 2.5 cylinder how they differ like you drove MK2 rs Ford one how it differs to Audi rs3 2.5 how to Volvo to all other brands honest option I think we need that video good idea any tr hamza
I've got to say in the 1st few minutes where you are walking round the car I noticed that the wheel and tyre combo on this car look absolutely horrific - it looks like some A1 wheels with some budgets on! The first thing I would do as a new one would fling them straight in the recycling! Thumbs up, nice little run down on this S3 gen.
Its funny to me how a '21 Skoda Octavia has more standard equipment than an S3 even though they are the same platform. Feels like Audi/VW have lost touch a little bit.
I agree as well, don’t even think you’re being biased.. I’ve properly driven FL 8V S3, it felt fast, but the steering feel wasn’t fun, kind of felt like I was driving a 4x4.. Got back into my GTI right after and it felt nice a true-r experience of what a hot hatch is..
As always - a great honest review. I have always been a fan of the Audi S & RS series cars being a VAG fanatic (I've aspired to an RS3 / TTRS after my current Golf Edition 30). However, i think Audi have lost their way here. This S3 looks very fussily designed, the wheels are terrible, and in the words of James May, I'd say the front is 'gopping'.
In Australia our VAG cars come straight away with most of options. Besides sunroof, and if you want some special colour . But with everything else . So I am talking Golf R , RS3 , S3 . I got RS 3 love IT :)
Its confusing me as well, but I think Audi will drop an RS3 on that has things the Golf R has, but with a bigger engine and much higher price. So it'll be a weird thing of - RS3 --> Golf R Performance Pack --> S3 / Base Golf R --> rest of hot hatches VAG do.
Nice review mate. No hiding fact you’re underwhelmed though. I’ve done same journey as you, 67 plate S3 with res delete - awesome car. Now have pre opf 18 plate RS3 and its epic on every level. Every review of this new S3, leaves me disappointed. It’s more of an A3 than an S3 now, if that makes sense. And WHY give new Golf R more BHP...confirms new S3’s demise.
Good video Hamza! Nothing on the MK3 saloon personally. I think it looked better and had a proper manual box option. This doesn’t cut it and the fake five pot sound is embarrassing.
Great video, thanks a bunch. Think i'm gonna actually have to go and buy one. Wish me strength though because i'll probably be waiting over half a year for delivery because all the electronics on the planet are mining bitcoins right now rather than ending up in cars.
You looked happier driving the Cupra 290 during a previous review. Admittedly, I may be biased as a Cupra driver but that S3 doesn't do anything for me. I appreciate the appeal of AWD but where is the fun factor? Previous posters are spot on, those alloys are pants for a performance car.
Feel like the old wheel (although is really nice) doesn’t suit the interior, everything so angular and sharp, would’ve suited the new squarer wheel you find in the other new Audi’s
@@armaaniqbal8425 the flat bottom is from the previous shape (facelift 8v). If you go for the driver assistance pack you'll get a more modern wheel (with a square horn surround) but it will be the full circle and not flat bottomed
I am warming to these facelift cars but hate this spec! What are those wheels about! Screams entry level! I'm sure with the blacked out details and some large diamond cuts on it would look the part.
You didn't seem thrilled a single bit by it, the first review from you that I've seen that feels extremely "mechanical", is the new s3 really that drab and dreary?
It’s just a ‘good’ car. Couldn’t really get too excited by it but then again I used to my RS3, I suppose it’s all about perspective, someone else might find it cool
2019 Cupra has the center tach too - my 2018 does not. Guess whats the difference.... the new Virtual Cockpit has the exact same Serial Number except they added the letter "A" on the 2019 one. Therefore i can not have this nice view added via Update. VAG man, they always find a stupid way to block you beeing just satisfied with their otherwise good cars. Would even pay a few bucks for the update but no, can't get it.
Can’t help but thinking back to the model progression of the past, say the Mk1 golf, great little car, but the Mk2 arguably the far better car right up , VW lost their way with the mk3 and mk4 aside from a couple of versions until the Mk5 put that right again. Seems history may be repeating itself with the Audi A3 range, seem to have focussed on tech and silly styling, the RS may be a bit more of a revelation, but i can’t help thinking it will be numbed by the opf and all the silly gadgets on it
I like the sides and the back of car but don’t like the front. There too much going on and it don’t blend in well with the bonnet. I prefer the older style grill..
Those sound Aktor things are annoying. There's one on my new Cupra and I'm going to try disable it. Fake noise that drowns out the natural noise of the exhaust.
I find Audis really frustrating. Whether they’re good or not, they’re usually held back buy terminal understeer that has been engineered into the car so they’re never as great as the could be. A real shame too cos I think they make the best looking hatches and saloons.
Happy New Year! Bit of a late upload today! Got a variety of videos coming up, including a Volvo update haha
I think later 2021 u should do some kind of oem+ sleeper like an e46 b6,but a4s
Happy new year! 😁
Wheels look ugly but the shape looks calm
Happy New Year 🥳
Drag.
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Can we say TR Hamza is the king of hot hatchbacks?
Yes
Congratulations TR Hamza! King of hot hatches 🚀
Ok but the s3 is a saloon
No
Moist
Is it just me or these new S3 rims are awful looks like something off a SE model 1.6 diesel??? Whats that about Audi? This is meant to be a performance car a S car surely they could of come up with something more appealing, especially being a S car.
I completely agree with you on this
@@carguy_0627 I’m actually looking to buy a S3 and only thing is those wheels, and some people may say just change them, but I like to keep the OEM look of the car by not having aftermarket wheels on if that makes sense, big let down from Audi, its as if they just give up on the design of them not nice at all very lazy looking
@@AppyG yeah I know what you mean but Imo I say go for the old S3 as I think it looks better and has nice wheels but then again it’s personal preference because I don’t think this new S3 is appealing enough for a performance s car
@@carguy_0627 Couldn’t agree more mate
If you were really gonna buy an s3 you'd just choose the better wheel from factory mate
I Feel like they’ve took a step back in these next gen hatch backs. (Imo)
Defo agree, all the top car dealers have all gone backwards on their design in 2020 - ( Except the A class)
New Gen Golf looks average at best
BMW 1 series design is questionable
Audi's Design trying way too hard to look sporty. (they have lost the sleeky design look from the previous version)
Mercedes is the only hatchback advancing in its design style
@@doomldn718 100% agree bud
Old is gold. Would take the older s3 over the latest one any day
What is it with these new S3 rims there horrible, looks like they come off a 1.6 Diesel SE model??
I agree, previous design was much better,
Those wheels don't suit it. 18s are not small, but the design of them makes them look 17.
Yeah awful design. Perhaps would look better on a white car.
Agreed !
@@uk7866 I think maybe with some black tyre gel it could help them stand out, or yeah a white car. Or like @bob bob said its to get customers to pay more.
Are VW and Audi in a battle to come up with the shittest GTI and S3’s ever created. They both look absolutely hideous. Is Steve Wonder picking the alloys too?
I feel like Audi's design on their cars in the last few years has taken a steep decline, the majority of them look so boring.
Both fucking ruined. GTi more so tbh.
😂
@@KKeef-lm5jt not the a8 or rsq8
Feel like Audi styling peaked a few years ago... now they change things for the sake of it, and it looks worse
Na this S3 ain't it I'm sorry 😪. The best S3 by far is the 17 reg imo cos it looked good and had the sound aswell. This S3 is straight trash, again, that's just my opinion tho 🤦♂️
This S3 is also worse than the A35,
I have a 17 plate saloon in Navara blue with res delete and it’s 👌🏼
@@Saif0412 Lol yeah trust me 🤦♂️
Bang on, audi and vw definitely peaked with the 17/18 gti and s3s
Would rather have an 8p s3 than one of these new shape defo not a fan
Compulsory wheel upgrade and dechrome needed
This S3 just isn’t upto standard. Look at those wheels 🤮
You have to spec it out properly for it to look good
They're the standard ones, the 770£ upgraded ones look bardddd
Looks decent but still prefer my modified 2012 S3 8p, I'm sure you'd agree Smithy 😉
@@phateuk11 of course! 🙌🏻🙌🏻
Didn't spec it well at all... Dead alloys and witbout the black styling pack!
the old one looks better
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I don’t like the look of this at all pretty dead tbf an them wheels are absolutely shit
I feel that vag is clearly differentiating the Golf R from the S3. S3 is more on the plush side .... a gentlemens small saloon with a decent punch while the Golf R, more of a enthusiast's coup of tea. Btw, racebox times 100-200 kmh seem to make the new S3 at least 1.5s faster than the previous non opf 7.5R so i think that because it's more confortable and maybe better sound proof it tricks you into thinking it's not as fast.
Exactly!!!!! I got golf and now own S3, boy the sound proofing really fools you! S3 is fast, similar to driving tesla u don't know ur at 90
TR Hamza: A man absolutely at home doing S3/RS3 Reviews. Totally effortless & natural. What the hell with the 5 Cylinder cockpit growl, and oh those wheels.. Come on Audi!!!
The wheels are awful! Like an old style audi from 10 years ago
Aha perfect description
This S3 got written off I just seen it on Tiktok 😭😭
165mph… the guys a nutcase😂
Prefer the previous model than this. Dont know what they're thinking with these new designs. Happy new year by the way
Probably safety and emissions regulations
Every one says this about new models
I Just don’t think any of these new A3s, A Class, GTis etc are interesting in any way. These new models lack any real character.
Great video from yourself as usual though!
Defo keeping my 8v for a while
TR hamza just makes my day with his videos nowadays
The colour, alloys and a pan roof would completely change the look of this car and the opinion of many! E.g. Ara blue
And plus I think tr hamza should do an full top pic video 20 to 30 mins long talking about 2.5 cylinder what made him like them engine and like focus st rs engine all 2.5 engine like llf with he done with Audi rs2 like documentary that would be pretty interesting video talking about all of manufactures 2.5 cylinder how they differ like you drove MK2 rs Ford one how it differs to Audi rs3 2.5 how to Volvo to all other brands honest option I think we need that video good idea any tr hamza
I've got to say in the 1st few minutes where you are walking round the car I noticed that the wheel and tyre combo on this car look absolutely horrific - it looks like some A1 wheels with some budgets on!
The first thing I would do as a new one would fling them straight in the recycling!
Thumbs up, nice little run down on this S3 gen.
When the horses interrupt the tunnel run
Probs wouldn’t have made much noise anyway 😂
Its funny to me how a '21 Skoda Octavia has more standard equipment than an S3 even though they are the same platform. Feels like Audi/VW have lost touch a little bit.
My ones great 👌🏼
Love your vids bro
Great vids pal waiting for your s3 on your channel
Id definitely take this over the m135i and a35.Good review though bro
Love the new interior. I never liked the dash on the previous gen.
S3 is a really good little performance car. Make no mistake about that. Just can’t wait for that RS3 with its baby R8 engine.
Imo I think the old S3 looks better nice review tho bro keep it up and have a happy new year
Spot on review man. I am getting an S3 sportback in Jan/ Feb. Your right they have improved chassis and steering weight.
Good spot with the select button on the steering very cheeky from Audi.
We need at least 3 or 4 videos a week hamza but love the flipping content when the a45s review coming out and can you review new g80 m3 as well ?
Takes time to edit! A45 S is next 👍🏼 Filmed yesterday
@@TRHamza don't let um pressure u into doing more videos mate the pace you've already got is spot on always look forward to the weekend 👍
@@dalebloomfield2594 this !!!
@Dhanyaal Hussain if you want to watch 3-4 episodes a week I suggest you stick to coronation street!
S3 8P facelift was the best (biased opinion lol) Audi S3’s have been going downhill after that shape
I think 8v was the biggest improvement over the p, miles better interior alot quicker sounds better and looks way better, no offense, i like ur car
I agree as well, don’t even think you’re being biased..
I’ve properly driven FL 8V S3, it felt fast, but the steering feel wasn’t fun, kind of felt like I was driving a 4x4..
Got back into my GTI right after and it felt nice a true-r experience of what a hot hatch is..
This car has now been written off in a 169mph Police chase on the m1 the lads blew it from Bradford to Luton 160 all the way 😂😂😂
As always - a great honest review. I have always been a fan of the Audi S & RS series cars being a VAG fanatic (I've aspired to an RS3 / TTRS after my current Golf Edition 30). However, i think Audi have lost their way here. This S3 looks very fussily designed, the wheels are terrible, and in the words of James May, I'd say the front is 'gopping'.
If you own a Golf 7.5 GTI/R or Audi 8v S3/RS3 HOLD ONTO IT!!! With these new cars I cant see who wouldn't opt for an older model....
Sounds like an RS3 on the inside 😂
Think the sound is fake through the speakers.
Reminds me of the ‘just like a Golf’ advert
S3 with SE wheels
In Australia our VAG cars come straight away with most of options. Besides sunroof, and if you want some special colour . But with everything else . So I am talking Golf R , RS3 , S3 .
I got RS 3 love IT :)
A bit baffling how they made the Golf 8 all buttonless and the “premium” Audis they kept buttons. Hard to say which direction they are going.
Its confusing me as well, but I think Audi will drop an RS3 on that has things the Golf R has, but with a bigger engine and much higher price. So it'll be a weird thing of - RS3 --> Golf R Performance Pack --> S3 / Base Golf R --> rest of hot hatches VAG do.
Nice review mate. No hiding fact you’re underwhelmed though. I’ve done same journey as you, 67 plate S3 with res delete - awesome car. Now have pre opf 18 plate RS3 and its epic on every level. Every review of this new S3, leaves me disappointed. It’s more of an A3 than an S3 now, if that makes sense. And WHY give new Golf R more BHP...confirms new S3’s demise.
Very enjoyable video. Excellent insight into a lot of aspects of this car.
The new golf R review coming soon I guess 👀
Hopefully
Once ur an Audi fan boy u always will be aint I right hamza
Hamzaaaaaa Killing it with the Reviews, Happy new year to you and everyone
Thank you 👍🏼 Happy New year!
If won't rev and false engine noise, it's emissions related maybe. I'd have previous model. And the second pause with gearbox.
Happy new Year Hamza! Get a Mk8 R lined up for when they land. A review by your good self will be very well received👍
The interior is nice, however personally I'd still pick the older one. Dope review! Cool point of view shots, more would be even cooler.
Don't understand why the new A3 gets the last gen steering wheel. Looks so outdated
Exactly what I felt too when I compared my new gen car against the previous gen on my channel
Dolores- ballpoint 🎧 Nice video! Loved the vid in the snow too, in the Netherlands no snow yet. Hopefully this week. quattro season ! 😀
@tr hamza would you prefer the golf r mk8 or Audi S3 new as a daily driver?
Hey, what camera did you use for the pov shots? Looks great
Has a a class sedan and/or jetta looking vibe
Good video Hamza! Nothing on the MK3 saloon personally. I think it looked better and had a proper manual box option. This doesn’t cut it and the fake five pot sound is embarrassing.
A step down from the 8V generation.
How can you say you'd have this over the m135i when in a later vid on 128Ti you say you havnt driven it.
Question. Why do you prefer the S3 above the Merc??
"8v being Bit of a pudding" funny description, good video
The wheel arch gap and wheels make this car look like a 1.6 diesel
I think you said in the video that the golf R will be between the audi S3 and the RS in terms of specification?
This generation S3 has lost it, much prefer the A35, M135i
100%
Great video, thanks a bunch. Think i'm gonna actually have to go and buy one. Wish me strength though because i'll probably be waiting over half a year for delivery because all the electronics on the planet are mining bitcoins right now rather than ending up in cars.
How does it sound like a rs3 😂 when you did launch control it sounded completely different
Yeah it’s nearly silent on the outside. Makes less noise than the MK8 GTI
@Adam7890 yeah it's crazy. When he was inside you heard everything. When he did launch is was like this ain't the same car 😂
@@TRHamza So when you pay for optional extras you get a better speaker set up so you can hear your car make more rs3 noises lol
Nice review, not impressed with that new S3. Having the 2017 one I see very little point in upgrading unless really wanting the new look.
thx for the review hamza!!!
what's that switch where the gear shift used to be? I need a gear shifter, not just the paddles.
That looks far to sensible for an S3, those wheels need to be upgraded.
I haven't driven an S3 that was fun yet. Hope this one is better.
You looked happier driving the Cupra 290 during a previous review. Admittedly, I may be biased as a Cupra driver but that S3 doesn't do anything for me. I appreciate the appeal of AWD but where is the fun factor? Previous posters are spot on, those alloys are pants for a performance car.
Love my S3 saloon.
Great video car 🚘 content. Very happy new year to u U are up there with carwow. 🙋🏼♂️
Feel like the old wheel (although is really nice) doesn’t suit the interior, everything so angular and sharp, would’ve suited the new squarer wheel you find in the other new Audi’s
You're right, they should have used the new a6/a5 wheel
Yep I felt exactly the same and mentioned it when comparing the 8v to 8y on my channel
You can get it as an option, a better one
@@armaaniqbal8425 the flat bottom is from the previous shape (facelift 8v). If you go for the driver assistance pack you'll get a more modern wheel (with a square horn surround) but it will be the full circle and not flat bottomed
@@CRD90 ye true, I prefer the standard one anyway, the upgraded one looks retarded😂
Can't wait for u to get hold of the Golf 8R
I had the first generation S3 from new ! I’m feeling old.
not a fan of the 5cyl noise, seems so pointless
@@MT-kx2uc the artificial 5cyl noise in the cabin.
Nice one mate! Great review 👍👍
Them wheels look shit on that s3 n tbh the 8v saloons look abit more aggressive to me
First thing that came to my mind!
The 8V saloon was a very well executed design, this one looks quite odd at some angles
@@racetofindglitches5112 I think these are the worst rims you can choose.Other wheels change the look
If I were to go for an s3 it would be the 8v
Great vid! Would you keep you flipping hands on the wheel though?! 😆🤷♂️
Pre facelift s3 (2017-19) looked a lot better aesthetically in my opinion.
Gear Selector... That sounds about right I say...
I don't mind the look of the car in general but them bvents look like they've been stuck on afterwards, next to the steering wheel
Don't like the front lights or the general look they have gone for from the previous model, design already looks softened and old.
Are you going to get hold of new golf r mk8 plz get hold of that plz
I am warming to these facelift cars but hate this spec! What are those wheels about! Screams entry level! I'm sure with the blacked out details and some large diamond cuts on it would look the part.
He has configured it all wrong that's why it looks dead. Black styling pack is a must and also the upgraded alloys
Wow it actually sounds like an rs3
Fake noise,
@@Saif0412 Yeh through the speakers or something like that.
Love the reviews! Keep it up!
You didn't seem thrilled a single bit by it, the first review from you that I've seen that feels extremely "mechanical", is the new s3 really that drab and dreary?
It’s just a ‘good’ car. Couldn’t really get too excited by it but then again I used to my RS3, I suppose it’s all about perspective, someone else might find it cool
Make a podcast or a q&a video
Just curious how tall are you? Looking to get an s3 but at 6’3” I’m a little concerned I’d be too tall for it.
Im 6'3 and fit in mine just fine
@@kingtutzmarley2781 Thank you for the reply.
2019 Cupra has the center tach too - my 2018 does not.
Guess whats the difference.... the new Virtual Cockpit has the exact same Serial Number except they added the letter "A" on the 2019 one.
Therefore i can not have this nice view added via Update.
VAG man, they always find a stupid way to block you beeing just satisfied with their otherwise good cars.
Would even pay a few bucks for the update but no, can't get it.
Can we get a drag race with this and a the new Golf R 😈
Can’t help but thinking back to the model progression of the past, say the Mk1 golf, great little car, but the Mk2 arguably the far better car right up , VW lost their way with the mk3 and mk4 aside from a couple of versions until the Mk5 put that right again.
Seems history may be repeating itself with the Audi A3 range, seem to have focussed on tech and silly styling, the RS may be a bit more of a revelation, but i can’t help thinking it will be numbed by the opf and all the silly gadgets on it
I like the sides and the back of car but don’t like the front. There too much going on and it don’t blend in well with the bonnet. I prefer the older style grill..
Cars are getting uglier. We need some old school looks with modern day features.
Love these
Looks like a SE
Damn that is one ugly machine looks like it has some vw passat wheels on it.
Those sound Aktor things are annoying. There's one on my new Cupra and I'm going to try disable it. Fake noise that drowns out the natural noise of the exhaust.
I find Audis really frustrating. Whether they’re good or not, they’re usually held back buy terminal understeer that has been engineered into the car so they’re never as great as the could be. A real shame too cos I think they make the best looking hatches and saloons.
Is that opinion based on experiences driving them?