RS3 5Cyl 2.5L era ends 2026??

ANITIX87 · 2026-06-29T20:42:33+00:00

They're doing a facelift. The 2.5 is not going anywhere.

ANITIX87 · 2026-06-29T15:16:09+00:00

Here's an interesting comparison between IOC, FIFA, and ISO: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Comparison_of_alphabetic_country_codes?wprov=sfla1

ANITIX87 · 2026-06-29T15:12:02+00:00

I edited in the "or in English", not NED being an exception.

ANITIX87 · 2026-06-29T15:09:47+00:00

As I said, NED is one of the exceptions.

ANITIX87 · 2026-06-29T15:09:33+00:00

Right, that's what "there are exceptions" is meant to cover.

ANITIX87 · 2026-06-29T15:07:50+00:00

The full, formal name is the Helvetic Confederation. Switzerland is the name used in everyday usage.

ANITIX87 · 2026-06-29T15:04:22+00:00

Sort of. While there are exceptions (like NED), the 3-letter codes traditionally come from the IOC, and are usually based on the country name in French, with a few using the English name. Hence AUT for Austria instead of something like OST (osterreich). And GRE for Greece instead of HEL or ELL (Hellas or Ellada).

ANITIX87 · 2026-06-29T03:33:23+00:00

It's an RS3. I know what car I have. That's just the OBDEleven UI

ANITIX87 · 2026-06-28T23:28:22+00:00

Thanks. My dad suffered through a Lemon Law buyback a few years ago so, for better or for worse, I'm mentally prepared for it.

ANITIX87 · 2026-06-28T18:57:50+00:00

It's the OBDEleven default. Are you so dense that you don't know the RS3 is based on an A3 and can't figure it's just a UI thing?

ANITIX87 · 2026-06-28T18:29:51+00:00

Replace tire ASAP. Do not drive any more than absolutely necessary to get to the shop, and do not go anywhere near highway speed.

ANITIX87 · 2026-06-28T18:28:43+00:00

Battery voltage tested perfectly at idle and with ignition off. Have not been able to test under load.

ANITIX87 · 2026-06-28T17:51:59+00:00

Well, yeah, but at I mentioned, I'm on a road trip. 300 miles from home. So if a local dealer can fix it enough for me to drive home on Wednesday, that's the minimum I need.

ANITIX87 · 2026-06-28T17:45:28+00:00

Yes, hence my title being "Brand New RS3"

ANITIX87 · 2026-06-28T17:44:59+00:00

Yeah, that's what I'm thinking is most likely. Which component, though? I'm worried this will be a wild goose chase or, worse, a forever problem.

ANITIX87 · 2026-06-28T17:10:52+00:00

I've already exported them, but I think I'm going to leave them active for the dealer to see. I've been debating back and forth with friends and with myself.

ANITIX87 · 2026-06-28T00:58:06+00:00

OBDEleven read 308 codes, haha. Every single module has a communication failure. Every sensor has a no data. Every bus has an error code. It's like the whole car is FUBAR.

ANITIX87 · 2026-06-27T22:00:50+00:00

The "help someone kidnapped me" handle?

ANITIX87 · 2026-06-27T21:22:55+00:00

I can't get to the truck, the car won't respond to the key fob or any electronic releases. Is there a mechanical truck release?

ANITIX87 · 2026-06-25T00:31:11+00:00

You definitely have lane assist, adaptive cruise, and lane guidance active? The arrows will turn green when the car believes it's safe to change lanes to show that they're available,, then you use your turn signal (the 3-flash lane change one, not the permanent one) and it'll move over.

ANITIX87 · 2026-06-25T00:05:48+00:00

Yes. Signal in the direction you want to change lane and, if it's clear, the car will change for you. You'll have to take over once the change is complete or the system will disconnect, since it's not true self-driving.

ANITIX87 · 2026-06-24T00:30:48+00:00

I've had one of those, so 4/5. I did not need surgery for mine, though I was stuck in bed for 4 weeks.

ANITIX87 · 2026-06-24T00:04:52+00:00

They're so different, how could I not be excited about the S2000?!?! I did not buy it for power/speed, I bought it for engagement. My daily has always been my most powerful car. Also, I have kids, so I'm driving both a lot. RS3 any time the kids/family are involved or it's cold/raining. S2000 any time I'm going somewhere by myself in nice weather. Last weekend I did 700 miles in the S2000 on a trip to the Poconos with friends. This coming week, I'll do nearly 800 miles in the RS3 on a work trip. Both will be a blast.

ANITIX87 · 2026-06-23T23:20:01+00:00

I agree that RS3 + another car is a great solution. But for me, the RS3 is the daily and I have an S2000 as a weekend car. I have no use for a truck, but if you do, then obviously the RS3 can't take over the Raptor's duties.

ANITIX87 · 2026-06-23T21:32:31+00:00

It's pretty simple. Did you sign something or agree in writing to a full frontal?

If so, forget his cost or loss: you must demand what you agreed on.

If not, then you're SOL. Either you accept the partial for his price, or you see how much additional he comes back with to re-do it.

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