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Manhart S 400 based on Audi S3

For the beginning of 2023, Manhart revealed its new work, the Manhart S 400. The car is based on the Audi S3 sedan, which with its 306 hp provides exceptional performance. However, Manhart believes that the car can show much more.

The S 400 is powered by a turbocharged 2.0L four-cylinder engine with 405 hp (299 kW) and 380 lb-ft (515 Nm) of torque. That’s more power than the current sporty RS3, which has 400 hp (294 kW) and 369 lb-ft (500 Nm) of torque. Power is transmitted to all wheels via a 7-speed automatic transmission. The S 400’s performance hasn’t been announced, but considering the S3 hits 60 in 4.3 seconds with a top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h), the tuned model will be much better.

The tuner equipped the S 400 with a new exhaust system made by the company Remus, a new set of 19-inch Concave One aluminum rims with a finish in satin black wrapped in 235/35ZR19 tires, a tuned suspension with MANHART lowering H&R springs thanks to which it is 30 millimeters lower than the S3, two twin tailpipes and carbon casing, MANHART Carbon Air Intake and remapped MANHART ECU.

The Manhart S 400 will probably meet the criteria of most Audi enthusiasts as it offers more potential than the Audi RS3.

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Manhart S 400 based on Audi S3

Source: Manhart

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ABT RS3-R based on the Audi RS3

The Audi RS3 is a top-of-the-line car that, after its introduction last year, demonstrated its capabilities on the Nürburgring Nordschleife. However, the German company ABT Sportsline believes that the car can and must be better, so it presented a limited edition ABT RS3-R.

The ABT RS3-R is equipped with a special equipment kit that brings a lot of carbon parts with a high-gloss finish, sports stabilizer bars, ABT intercooler, adjustable suspension and ABT suspension springs that enable a lowering range of 20-40 mm at the front and rear axle. There’s also a set of 20-inch ABT High Performance HR20 alloy wheels wrapped in 245/30 R20 Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport R tires.

The limited edition ABT RS3-R is powered by a 2.5-liter 5-cylinder turbo gasoline engine with 500 hp (368 kW) and 443 lb-ft (600 Nm) of torque. That’s a significant increase considering the RS3 has 400 hp (294 kW) and 369 lb-ft (500 Nm) of torque. It reaches 62 mph in 3.3 seconds with a top speed of 186 mph (300 km/h). Drivers will be able to choose between ECO, SPORT or RACE mode.

Source: ABT Sportsline

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MANHART RS3 500 based on Audi RS3

German tuner company Manhart has unveiled its new project, the MANHART RS3 500. The car is based on the Audi RS3 which is equipped with a special equipment kit.

The latest generation Audi RS3 is one of the most powerful and fastest models in its segment, but tuners believe there is always room for improvement. The standard RS3 is powered by a 2.5L turbocharged Inline 5-cylinder engine with 400 hp (294 kW) and 369 lb-ft (500 Nm) of torque. Thanks to the MHtronik Powerbox, engine power has been increased by 100 hp, so the car now has an impressive 500 hp (368 kW). The tuner did not reveal the performance of the car. It is certain that the upgraded RS3 will reach 62 mph in less than 3.8 seconds, which is the time it takes for a standard model to reach the same speed.

The RS3 500 is adorned with a standard Manhart black body design with a golden decal set on both sides of the car as well as the entire length of the body. The first Manhart RS3 500 has not yet been competed, so the Wuppertal company has released a set of renders to show off the look. It got a new set of black 20-inch Concave One alloy wheels, a modified lower suspension for better looks and handling. Manhart has also developed a new stainless steel exhaust system with valve control for better sound.

Manhart is accepting pre-orders from owners who already own an Audi RS3 and want to improve its performance.

Source: Manhart