2021 Audi RSQ3 (Vorsprung) Sportback 2.5 TFSI S-Tronic Quattro 400PS | Nardo Grey | Panoramic Glass Sunroof

2021 Audi RSQ3 (Vorsprung) Sportback 2.5 TFSI S-Tronic Quattro 400PS | Nardo Grey | Panoramic Glass Sunroof

Key Information

  • Vorsprung Model: Equipped with almost every factory optional extra available for the UK market when new

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  • £9,500 of Factory Optional Extras in addition to the Audi RSQ3 standard specification including Panoramic Glass Sunroof, Carbon Exterior and Interior Pack, Driver Assistance Pack, RS Adaptive Suspension and RS Sports Exhaust

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  • Ownership History: 1 owner from new. We sourced this example from its one and only owner from new

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  • Genuine Mileage Verified using Audi-grade dealer diagnostics
  • Launch Control Usage Verified: 0 launches since new (NEVER LAUNCHED!)

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  • Standard Unmodified Example: Completely stock, as supplied from factory
  • Full Audi Main Dealer & Specialist Service History fro

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  • 100-hour Pre-Sale Preparation Process: Comprehensive five-part pre-sale inspection, followed by up to 60-hours of in-house professional detailing, has been completed prior to sale (valued at £1,500, free of charge)

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  • Audi RS Specialists (Trust in Experience): Over 700 Audi RS models supplied since 2015, and we are recognised as group experts within the Audi RS Owners Club (RSOC)

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Factory (Vorsprung) Optional Extras (£9,500)
  • Nardo Grey Paintwork
  • 21-inch 5-Arm-Trigon Alloy Wheels: Anthracite Black with Diamond Cut Finish (£125)
  • RS Brakes with Calipers finished in Red (£325)

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  • Sportback Model (£1,150 Premium over SUV):
    • The Sportback variant features a more aggressive coupe-inspired design, with a 49mm lower roofline and enhanced rear styling, including a gloss black roof spoiler, giving the car a noticeably more performance-focused presence compared to the standard RSQ3 SUV

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  • RS Super Sport Electric Heated Seats with Alcantara Elements in Express Red:
    • Full Electronic Adjustment for Front Seats
    • Heated Function for Front Seats
    • 4-Way Lumbar Support for Front Seats
    • Fine Nappa Leather and Alcantara with Honeycomb Stitching: Black Leather with Express Red Stitching
    • Alcantara Seat Shoulders in Express Red
    • Alcantara Doorcard Armrests with Express Red Stitching
    • Alcantara Dashboard Upper Trim

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Vorsprung Model (£7,900 Worth of Factory Optional Extras):

 

Specified in Vorsprung form — representing the highest level of factory specification available on the RSQ 3 platform. These features sit above standard RSQ 3 specification and form part of the Vorsprung package:

 

  • Panoramic Tinted Glass Sunroof: Sliding and Tilting
  • RS Sports Exhaust System with Gloss Black Oval Tailpipes: Electronically controlled valve system

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  • 360-Degree Surround View Camera: Built-In cameras around the vehicle providing a bird’s-eye-view display to assist with parking
  • Bang & Olufsen 680-watt 3D Sound System: 15-speakers including subwoofer delivering a rich, immersive listening experience throughout the cabin

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  • RS Carbon-Fibre Package:
    • Carbon-Fibre Door Mirror Housings
    • Carbon-Fibre Interior Inlay with colour changing Quattro emblem

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  • RS Adaptive Suspension Control with Audi Drive Select:
    • 3x Electronic Suspension Settings (Comfort, Balanced & Dynamic)
    • RS-specific control for suspension characteristics with 10mm lower ride height

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  • Wireless Smartphone Charging (Audi Phone Box): Charging Tray in Centre Console
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto: Seamless Smartphone Integration via the infotainment system

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  • Advanced Key: Keyless Entry, Exit, Start & Stop
  • Power Operated Tailgate with Convenience Hands-Free Opening System

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  • Ambient Lighting Package Extended: Multi-coloured LED interior lighting with up to 30 selectable colour configurations
  • Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors (Electric, Heated & Folding): Electrically adjustable, heated and power-folding mirrors with auto-dimming function to reduce glare from headlights
  • Three-Zone Climate Control: Front and rear climate control system

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  • Driving Assistance Package (Radar and Camera Based):
    • Adaptive Cruise Assist with Emergency Assist: Automatic distance regulation, adaptive cruise control combined with lane change assist to support braking and acceleration, maintaining a safe distance to vehicles ahead while providing gentle steering input to keep the vehicle centered in lane, with Emergency Assist intervention if required
    • Lane Change Assistant with Lane Departure Warning: Detects lane markings and supports the driver with lane keeping and lane changing, with corrective steering inputs or alerts
    • Side Assist (Blind Spot Monitoring) with Exit Warning & Rear Cross Traffic Assist: Monitors blind spots and surrounding traffic, providing visual alerts via the side mirrors for vehicles in adjacent lanes, when reversing, or when opening doors, with braking intervention where necessary
    • Speed Limit and Traffic Sign Recognition (Camera-Based): Detects speed limits and road restrictions using camera and navigation data, with a customisable visual warning when the speed limit is exceeded
    • Audi Pre-Sense Safety System (Front and Rear): Includes forward collision warning with pedestrian and cyclist detection, emergency braking capability, and pre-emptive safety measures such as seatbelt tensioning and window closure.
    • Advanced Driver Assistance System for motorway and urban driving, designed to make driving more relaxed. The system can be overridden by the driver at any time

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  • Matrix LED (Tinted) Headlights & Rear Lights with Dynamic Sweeping Indicators:
    • Audi Matrix LED Technology with High-Beam Assist: Provides maximum visibility without dazzling other road users by selectively dimming individual LEDs
    • Dark-Tined RS-specific Headlights and Rear Lights with Signature Daytime Running Lights
    • Dynamic Sweeping Indicators: Front & Rear

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  • RS Gloss Black Styling Package:
    • Gloss Black Exterior Trim: Front spoiler blade, rear diffuser trim, window trims, side blades and door trim strips
    • Gloss Black Audi Rings and RS Q3 Badging (front and rear)

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  • Audi Drive Select with RS Driving Modes:
    • Includes Efficiency, Comfort, Auto, Dynamic and Individual driving modes
    • RS-specific modes: RS1 and RS2 (individually customisable vehicle settings)
    • RS-Mode button on steering wheel to access RS1 and RS2 quickly, and automatically opens RS-specific display on Virtual Cockpit

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  • Audi Virtual Cockpit with RS-Specific Display:
    • 3-inch digital instrument cluster with customisable display layouts
    • RS display modes: RS Sport and RS Performance with central rev counter, gear indicator and g-force meter

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  • RS 3-Spoke Steering Wheel: RS Mode Selector with Multifunction Controls

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  • 2.5L TFSI Turbo 5-Cylinder Petrol Engine: 400PS & 480NM
  • 7-Speed S-Tronic Double-Clutch Automatic Transmission
  • Quattro Permanent 4-Wheel Drive System
  • 0-62 MPH in 4.5 Seconds
  • RS Torque Splitting Rear Differential: RS-specific torque vectoring system that actively distributes power between the rear wheels to maximise traction and deliver sharper, more engaging cornering performance
  • RS Performance Braking System: 6-Piston Front Calipers (375mm Front and 310mm Rear Discs)
Audi RSQ3 Standard Specification
  • Illuminated RSQ 3 Door Sill Trims
  • Audi Beam (Audi Sport Logo Projection): LED projection of Audi Sport logo onto the ground when opening the door

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  • Keyless Start: Engine start button in centre console
  • Progressive Steering: Variable steering ratio for improved low-speed agility and high-speed stability

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  • Privacy Glass: Tinted Rear Windows
  • Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror
  • Windscreen with Acoustic Glazing

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  • Audi MMI Navigation Plus with Touchscreen Interface:
    • 10.1-inch high-resolution touchscreen infotainment display
    • Integrated navigation system with 3D map display and real-time route guidance
    • Touch-sensitive controls with intuitive operation and handwriting recognition
    • Natural voice control for key vehicle and navigation functions
    • Online services including live traffic updates and map updates
    • DAB Digital Radio
    • USB-C Connections

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  • Audi Connect Navigation, Infotainment and Remote Services:
    • Integrated online services providing real-time navigation, information and entertainment
    • Live traffic updates, online destination search and points of interest
    • High-resolution satellite imagery and 3D map display via Google Earth
    • Online media streaming and hybrid radio functionality
    • Connected services including weather updates, news and hazard alerts
    • Emergency call function providing automatic assistance in the event of an incident
    • Remote access to vehicle functions and status via Audi Connect services
    • Enables monitoring and control of selected vehicle features via smartphone
    • Includes a three-year subscription from first registration, with the option to renew

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  • Hill Descent Control & Hill Hold Assist
  • Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
  • Cruise Control System with Speed Limiter

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  • Audi Parking Assistance Package: Front & Rear Parking Sensors
  • Automatic Headlights & Rain-Sensing Wipers

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  • Split-Folding Rear Seats with Through-Loading System and Centre Armrest
  • Pedals in Stainless Steel
  • LED Interior Light Package

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  • RS Bodystyling:
    • Flared Wheel Arches by 10mm: Front and Rear
    • RS Front Bumper with enlarged Air-Intakes
    • RS Rear Bumper with enlarged RS Diffuser
    • RS Honeycomb Front Grille
    • RS Rear Spoiler
    • RS Exterior Model Badging
    • RS Oval Tailpipes
100-hour Pre-Sale Preparation Process

Preparation That Goes Beyond Perfection:

Our preparation process goes far beyond industry norms – What follows outlines the intensive inspection, detailing, and restoration work carried out on every vehicle we offer for sale.

This Audi RSQ3 Vorsprung Pan Roof Carbon Pack UK has been subject to our innovative, industry-leading preparation process, involving up to 100-hours of labour-intensive work, designed to satisfy even the most pedantic automotive enthusiast. At every stage, our exacting standards must be met before this Audi RSQ3 2021 Vorsprung Nardo Grey UK can be offered for sale by Automotive Addiction.

The first phase of this process is our crucial pre-sale inspections, a comprehensive five-part assessment. This includes a deep-dive diagnostic inspection to verify mileage authenticity, review the launch-control counter, and identify any stored fault codes. This is followed by a 260-point mechanical inspection and road test to ensure that what lies beneath the paintwork meets the highest standards of mechanical integrity.

 

An in-depth 150-point visual inspection of all exterior and interior surfaces is then carried out, including bodywork, paintwork, wheels, glass, and interior materials. We also complete a rigorous paint depth analysis, allowing us to verify the originality of the paintwork and body panels. Finally, a service and maintenance inspection is conducted to determine whether any time or mileage-sensitive servicing, maintenance, or manufacturer recall items require attention before progressing to our professional pre-sale detailing work.

This Audi RSQ3 Vorsprung Sportback Nardo Grey For Sale UK Used has successfully passed all pre-sale inspections, enabling us to confidently offer this example for sale today.

Prior to advertisement, up to 60-hours of meticulous detailing preparation has been completed by our highly skilled, in-house professional detailers, each with over 10 years of experience. This £1,500 worth of work is carried out free of charge and includes a deep wheels-off decontamination cleanse, pre-paint correction preparation, brake disc centre refurbishment, exhaust system polishing, steam cleaning of intricate areas, and underbody and wheel arch rejuvenation. This is followed by our signature multi-stage machine paint correction. Interior surfaces are restored with equal precision, ensuring this Audi RSQ3 Sportback is presented in the most optimal condition possible, regardless of age or mileage.

The result is a finish that often surpasses factory standards when new — because we believe a vehicle should look as exceptional as it feels to drive.

This unique, industry-leading preparation process has been fully documented through both images and video. Selected images can be found within the gallery for this advert, along with a short clip included in the walkaround video. Additional documentation of the preparation work can be supplied to prospective buyers upon request.

Automotive Addiction has grown from an unrivalled passion for perfection in vehicle preparation and performance.

Please contact us without delay for a full breakdown of the preparation carried out on this Audi RSQ3 Vorsprung Sportback Nardo Grey

Protect | Modify | Retrofit – Our Bespoke In-House Services:
When purchasing a vehicle from Automotive Addiction, we offer a range of bespoke in-house services designed to protect, modify, and retrofit genuine OEM equipment to your new vehicle prior to delivery.

Paint Protection

Paint Protection Film (PPF): As a Suntek Approved PPF Installer, we offer premium paint protection film solutions designed to preserve your vehicle’s paintwork against stone chips, road debris, scratches, and everyday wear. Using plotter-cut, vehicle-specific patterns, PPF is applied with exceptional accuracy for a seamless, factory-quality finish. The film features self-healing properties, allowing light scratches and swirl marks to disappear with heat, helping to maintain a flawless appearance over time. Coverage options range from high-impact areas to full-vehicle protection, ensuring long-term preservation without compromising appearance.

Ceramic Coating Paint Protection: We are a CarPro Approved Installer and also offer Gtechniq ceramic coatings, providing durable, high-performance paint protection with a deep, gloss finish. Ceramic coatings help protect against UV exposure, environmental contaminants, and chemical staining, while significantly reducing maintenance requirements and keeping your vehicle looking its best for longer.

Security Protection

Thatcham & TASSA Approved Security System: We supply and install Global Telemetrics Thatcham-approved tracking systems, including S5+, S5, and S7 options, with immobilisation available where applicable. These insurer-recognised systems provide advanced theft protection and real-time vehicle monitoring. We also offer the TASSA-approved Autowatch Ghost Immobiliser 2, a discreet, keyless security solution. Both options are professionally installed in-house, offering enhanced security and complete peace of mind.

Retrofit (Factory OEM)

Have you found a vehicle you love, but it’s missing a factory option you would really like? No problem — we’ve got you covered.

Our Factory Retrofit Service allows genuine manufacturer options that were available from new, but not originally specified, to be professionally retrofitted prior to sale. Popular retrofit options include Apple CarPlay / Android Auto, reversing cameras, heated seats, folding mirrors, and tyre pressure monitoring systems, among others (model dependent). All work is completed in-house using genuine OEM manufacturer parts and correct coding, ensuring a seamless, factory-correct finish — as if the vehicle left the factory with the option installed.

Modify

Our in-house modification services range from subtle factory-style OEM+ enhancements to full bespoke builds. With extensive experience, we deliver projects of any scale, tailored entirely to your vision.

Cosmetic Modifications: This can be as understated or as bold as you choose. Options include badge colour changes, brake caliper colour refinishing, complete wheel design upgrades, and the supply and installation of bodykits, including carbon-fibre kits, plus much more. Every visual modification is completed with close attention to detail, whether the aim is subtle personalisation or a more aggressive aesthetic.

Performance Modifications: This can range from subtle enhancements to comprehensive performance builds. Options include professional ECU and TCU calibrations, engine and transmission upgrades, suspension enhancements such as coilover systems, and selected chassis improvements, all specified to suit the vehicle and its intended use. Whether the aim is increased performance, improved drivability, or sharper handling, each modification is carefully planned and executed to deliver the desired results while maintaining reliability and everyday usability.

To discuss paint protection, security, modifications, or factory retrofit options for your new vehicle, please get in touch today.

Model Overview:

This 2021 Audi RSQ3 Vorsprung Sportback, finished in the iconic Nardo Grey, represents a highly specified and exceptionally well-preserved example of Audi’s flagship performance SUV. Combining Vorsprung-level specification with £9,500 of factory optional extras and a verified one-owner history, this example stands out as a rare opportunity within the current market. Examples offering this level of specification, provenance and condition rarely become available.

Specified in Vorsprung form, this RSQ3 benefits from one of the highest factory specifications available, further enhanced by desirable options including the panoramic glass sunroof, carbon exterior and interior package, RS adaptive suspension and RS sports exhaust system. The Sportback variant adds an additional layer of desirability, with its more aggressive coupe-inspired design and enhanced rear styling, offering a more focused and dynamic presence over the standard SUV. The combination of Nardo Grey paintwork, carbon detailing and Vorsprung specification creates a particularly strong and sought-after configuration.

Sourced directly from its original owner, this example has covered just 24,500 miles from new and is supported by a full Audi main dealer and specialist service history. The vehicle remains completely standard and unmodified, exactly as supplied from factory, with mileage verified using Audi-grade dealer diagnostics and zero recorded launch control activations. Such provenance, combined with careful ownership and restrained use, is rarely seen and further reinforces the quality of this example.

Presented in exceptional condition, this RSQ3 has undergone our comprehensive 100-hour pre-sale preparation process, including a full five-part inspection followed by over 60 hours of in-house professional detailing. The vehicle retains its original factory paintwork, verified through consistent paint depth readings across all panels, and has been prepared to the standard expected of an Automotive Addiction vehicle.

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