Yes, the new top of the range A3 model is ready to go and has the BMW 130i as its main target.
Under the S3's bonnet is the VW-group's renowned 2.0 TFSI engine. However in the S3 power output has been boosted to a whopping 195 kW at 6 000 r/min. . And at just 2 500 r/min it musters up an impressive 350 Nm of torque - this pulling power remains constant up to 5 000 r/min.
The sprint to 100 km/h is done in 5.7 seconds, and naturally top speed is limited to 250 km/h.
Power is transmitted by the six-speed gearbox and quattro permanent four-wheel drive, while it also gets sports suspension.