Golf R vs S3 quattro

Volkswagen · Audi

1/4 Mile winner

Golf R

Beats the S3 quattro by 0.11s

The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the Golf R beats the S3 quattro comfortably, finishing 0.11 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

315 hp

328 hp

0–100 km/h

4.6s

4.7s

Top speed

250 km/h

Engine

2.0L Turbo I4

Fuel

Petrol

Torque

420 Nm

Price

$44,640

$49,500

Simulated race times

Distance

Golf R

S3 quattro

100 m

5.621s

5.676s

1/8 mile

8.328s

8.404s

1/4 mile

12.562s

12.667s

1 km

22.679s

22.831s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: Golf R is $44,640 vs $49,500 for the S3 quattro — a $4,860 gap. Power: S3 quattro makes 13 hp more (315 vs 328). 0–100 km/h: Golf R is 0.10s quicker (4.6s vs 4.7s).

FAQ

Which is faster, the Golf R or the S3 quattro?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Golf R is faster, beating the S3 quattro by 0.11 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Golf R vs the S3 quattro?

The Golf R hits 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds, while the S3 quattro does it in 4.7 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The Golf R produces 315 hp; the S3 quattro produces 328 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The Golf R tops out at 250 km/h, and the S3 quattro reaches 250 km/h.

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