Why was the Audi RS3 discontinued?

[CamillaLynn]

The reason for the discontinuation of the Audi RS3 is: Due to the upcoming global implementation of the Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicles Test Procedure (WLTP), the Volkswagen Group had to make new adjustments to the models under its brands to comply with relevant environmental regulations. This applies to Volkswagen, SEAT, Porsche, and of course, Audi as well. Drawbacks of NEDC: The NEDC (New European Driving Cycle) test previously used by the EU indeed had many shortcomings, and its scientific validity and accuracy have been widely questioned. Therefore, the new WLTP test cycle was introduced, and future new cars can only continue to be sold if they meet the regulations through re-tuning. Impact on the RS3: As a high-performance model of Audi, the RS3 was inevitably among the first to be affected. After all, balancing performance and environmental compliance is a challenging task. Overseas, the Audi RS3 Sportback and RS3 Sedan have temporarily halted production for models supplied to the EU region, even affecting Australia. However, Audi expects to resume production early next year, so the RS3 isn't saying goodbye just yet.