Okay, so this can be a little bit of an uncommon comparability, as a result of one is a coupe and one is a sedan. Nonetheless, it’s one which’s price as a result of each automobiles are technically opponents, regardless of their totally different physique types. Each the BMW M2 and Audi RS3 characterize other ways of finally doing the identical factor—providing an exhilarating sports activities automotive expertise in a bundle that can be utilized on a regular basis. They’re additionally across the similar value, are comparable in dimension, and are available from rival automakers. So let’s verify ’em out.
Up Entrance
The Audi RS3 has the higher wanting entrance finish. There, that was straightforward. However when you require elaboration, right here goes. The BMW M2 is ok wanting up entrance. It isn’t ugly, it’s sporty sufficient, and it has good headlights. Nonetheless, the cruel rectangular shapes of the grilles and the entrance air intakes simply appear at odds with the remainder of the automotive they usually don’t look good. Particularly when you think about the good-looking 2 Collection entrance finish. On the flip-side, the Audi RS3 is extraordinarily good-looking up entrance. Its grille is giant however cohesively labored into the entrance finish, its headlights are sharp and sporty wanting, and its air intakes look like pure elements of the entrance fascia. The M2 isn’t ugly however the RS3 is nice wanting.
From the Facet
This can be a bit tough as a result of each automobiles look good in profile. Regardless of having totally different physique types, each have comparable design philosophies. They each characteristic shortish wheel bases, massively flared wheel arches, and large wheels. There are issues I actually like about every automotive from the aspect and it looks as if I favor the automotive I checked out most just lately. Nonetheless, I believe my tie-breaker is the M2’s abrupt rear fender flare. There’s simply one thing concerning the near-right angle of the place it ends behind the door that bothers me. So I’ve to offer it to the Audi RS3 once more.
Out Again
I believe the BMW M2 takes this one. Neither automotive is unhealthy wanting from the again. I attempted to seek out one thing that actually annoys me about each rear ends and I couldn’t. Whereas neither is ideal (the faux diffuser factor has to go, guys), they’re each actually good. I can barely consider a tie-breaker, as a result of I just like the RS3’s taillights extra however I additionally favor the M2’s quad exhausts. If I had to decide on, I believe I’d take the BMW M2 from the again, as a result of it seems to be extra just like the rear finish of a sports activities automotive, somewhat than a front-wheel drive sedan. Nevertheless it’s shut.
Inside
That is tough for me once more. I like sure issues about each interiors and like every for various causes. The RS3’s design is a bit higher, with a number of clear horizontal traces, razor-sharp angles, and cohesive wanting tech. Nonetheless, the M2’s extra driver-focused look, far superior seats, and higher seating place (judging by the two Collection and A3) makes it finally the higher cabin. I’d favor the RS3’s design however contact factors and h-point are extra necessary to me, so the BMW wins.
Total
That’s a two-two tie and that is sensible. Each automobiles have their execs and cons and I can see why any buyer would select both. If it had been my cash, primarily based purely on design, I’d go for the Audi RS3. I’ve pushed neither, so I can’t touch upon which I’d purchase for his or her dynamics however there’s one thing concerning the RS3 that I like extra. However I perceive if anybody chooses the M2 and don’t essentially disagree with them.
