A picture showing the Audi RS 3 LMS race car on display.

Audi RS 3 LMS

The Audi RS 3 LMS represents cost-effective motorsport and close door-to-door racing. With much success since its introduction in the TCR category in 2016, the second generation of the entry-level model from Audi Sport customer racing made its debut in 2021. The model continues to be a front-runner in the hands of customer teams worldwide. Adding to the achievements are four “TCR Model of the Year” titles, three of which were scored in succession.

Power up to
250 (340)

kW (hp)

Torque up to
420

Nm

Dry weight
1,115

kg

Established by BoP

Highlights of the Audi RS 3 LMS

The second generation of the Audi RS 3 LMS is an entry-level touring car.

  • Cost-effective purchasing price and maintenance
  • The fourth generation of the two-liter four-cylinder engine called EA888 is used
  • The engine is mostly standard
  • Impressive drivability with 250 kW (340 hp)
  • Equipped with Hewland’s pneumatically actuated six-speed transmission
  • Optimized cooling in the areas of coolant and charge air
  • Suspended rear wing for optimized aerodynamics
  • The McPherson design on the front axle makes it possible to implement changes to the kinematics faster through the use of shims
  • Excellent safety features
  • Improved ergonomics in the cockpit, when compared to the first-generation model
A picture showing the Audi RS 3 LMS race car on display.

Video published on February 5, 2021

Video published on February 5, 2021

The sound of the Audi RS 3 LMS


Gallery

A picture showing the engine of the Audi RS 3 LMS race car.
A picture showing the door of the Audi RS 3 LMS race car.
A picture showing the interior of the Audi RS 3 LMS race car.
A picture showing the rear wing of the Audi RS 3 LMS race car.

Technical data

Table
Vehicle typeTouring car according to TCR regulations
EngineTurbocharged four-cylinder gasoline engine
Cubic capacity1,984 cc
PowerUp to 250 kW (340 hp)
TorqueUp to 420 Nm
Type of driveFront-wheel drive
TransmissionSequential 6-speed racing transmission
Dimensions4,650 / 1,950 / 1,250
Length / Width / Height (mm)
Dry weight1,115 kg*
Fuel cell capacity100 l
BOP* established by BoP of the series organizers

Video published on February 5, 2021

Video published on February 5, 2021

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