S3 Sedan vs Golf R
Audi · Volkswagen
1/4 Mile winner
Golf R
Beats the S3 Sedan by 0.21s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Golf R beats the S3 Sedan comfortably, finishing 0.21 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Golf R thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
306 hp
315 hp
0–100 km/h
4.8s
4.6s
Top speed
250 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
I4
2.0L Turbo I4
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
400 Nm
420 Nm
Price
$52,000
$44,640
Simulated race times
Distance
S3 Sedan
Golf R
100 m
5.730s
5.621s
1/8 mile
8.480s
8.328s
1/4 mile
12.772s
12.562s
1 km
22.982s
22.679s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Golf R is $44,640 vs $52,000 for the S3 Sedan — a $7,360 gap. 0–100 km/h: Golf R is 0.20s quicker (4.8s vs 4.6s).
FAQ
Which is faster, the S3 Sedan or the Golf R?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Golf R is faster, beating the S3 Sedan by 0.21 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the S3 Sedan vs the Golf R?
The S3 Sedan hits 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds, while the Golf R does it in 4.6 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The S3 Sedan produces 306 hp; the Golf R produces 315 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The S3 Sedan tops out at 250 km/h, and the Golf R reaches 250 km/h.
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