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Audi S3: My Pure, Unfiltered Joy on UAE Roads

Audi S3 III (8V) Facelift, 2017, 310 hp (C / 2.0 MT / I4)

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Audi S3 III (8V) Facelift, 2017, 310 hp (C / 2.0 MT / I4)•‌
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It's a different kind of beast compared to the new ones, and I absolutely love it. In a world of automatic everything, the manual transmission in this car is my secret weapon. Rowing through the gears myself on an open road like the E311 towards Abu Dhabi is an experience that modern cars just can't replicate.

Sure, it's not as flashy as the latest models, but that 2.0L turbo engine with 310 hp is still seriously quick. It feels raw and connected. The quattro system gives you unshakable grip, and the timeless design still turns heads. It's firm over bumps, but I don't mind – you feel every bit of the road.

For me, it's the perfect blend of daily luxury and pure, old-school driving fun. It’s a reminder that driving can still be an event, not just a way to get from one skyscraper to another.

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Author's rating — 5

Owns a car for 3-5 years

  • Appearance 5

  • Comfort 5

  • Driving performance 5

  • Safety 5

  • Reliability 5

Pros

  • Noise insulation
  • Dynamics
  • Handling
  • Build quality

Cons

The author did not highlight the cons

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Audi S3

III (8V) Facelift 2016 — 2020

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1 review

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