Next Generation Audi S3, 2013?

I know it's a while away from now, but i always like to plan for the future!

It seems to be that with both previous generation models (type 8L & 8P) the S3 variant is introduced 3 years on from the initial roll out of the A3. Why is this?

Assuming, for arguments sake, we see the next generation A3 released late next year, will we have to wait 3 years, as the past models would suggest, for the next generation S3 to appear on the market? If so what will happen to the current 8P S3 and S3 sportback? will production come to a stop like it did with the last RS4?

Lastly, how long is it normally before Audi decide to give the next generation S3 (the one i want) a facelift like they did with both previous models? Some clear and accurate views with knowledge would be very much appreciated.

thanks

Lou

:thumbsup:

thanks Jamie for your thoughts.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Audi_A3

First Generation 8L released 1996. 1st ever S3 released 1999, facelifted in 2001 with more added power and cosmetic enhancements.

Second Generation 8P released 2003. S3 released 2006, facelifted in 2008 for both A3 and S3 (mainly cosmetic for the S3 LED DRL's, nose job, front splitter, magnetic ride and of course sportback for the S3).

Is there some trend here, specific to Audi A3 having such an extensive choice of engines? When the A5 was released in 2007 so was the S5 at exactly the same time?

Any more offers anyone? Really nerdy stuff here lol lol Anyone from Audi wishing to comment

thanks

Lou