2023 Audi RS3 Vorsprung Sportback

This 2023 Audi RS3 Sportback sits at the top of the current Vorsprung specification, which bundles the full option list into one package. Power comes from the long-serving 2.5-litre turbocharged five-cylinder, an engine whose off-beat warble is a large part of the car's appeal. It drives through a seven-speed S tronic dual-clutch gearbox and quattro four-wheel drive, with the torque-splitting rear differential that lets the car adopt a more rear-biased, drift-capable stance in the right drive mode.

This example is finished in Mythos Black metallic, a deep and understated colour that suits the RS3's aggressive bodywork. It has covered 27,400 miles, a moderate figure for a three-year-old hot hatch, and is offered at £49,995. Vorsprung cars typically add the more expensive equipment such as upgraded audio and lighting, plus the visual and comfort extras, so it is the version to look for if you want the complete RS3 experience.

The RS3 remains one of the few compact performance cars with real everyday usability, combining a five-door body and a usable boot with straight-line pace that rivals far pricier machinery. It is sold by a Silverstone dealer group, and the page lists no previous ownership details or service history, so these would need confirming with the seller.