Not sure - can't remember now but the Audi website says "The driver can activate launch control at the push of a button. This manages starts with controlled wheel-spin to deliver maximum engine power to the road.". I have a manual (not a fan of Autos even though the S-tronic is very, very good).
My mate thought the same (he has had an 8p S3 too). Being honest it surprised me too. I guess 200kg makes a fair difference to a chassis that size. The 8V is a big step forward over the 8P. I din't actually like the 8P to drive and i test drove about half a dozen of them over a few years when...
I've just taken delivery of my new 8v S3 :)
I was lucky enough to get to test drive both an RS3 and an S3 sportback on the same day. The engine in the RS3 is awesome (mind you I owned a tuned Focus ST and then an RS so am fully aware of 5pot brutality) and makes the car feel special but I...
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