# Aggressive Race Cars The Audi RS3 LMS is An Entry-Level Professional Racing Machine By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-10-03 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aggressive-race-car References: [newatlas](http://newatlas.com/audi-rs3-lms-sedan-paris-motor-show/45722/) & [audi-mediacenter](https://www.audi-mediacenter.com/en/press-releases/audi-sport-develops-racing-version-of-the-audi-rs-3-6828) German automaker [Audi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-rs-etron-gt) has gone ahead and taken full advantage of the Paris Motor Show by going ahead an unveiling an extraordinarily aggressive race car, dubbed the Audi RS3 LMS, to compliment its more sedate road-going [RS3 sedan](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-a6-sedan) offering. The Audi RS3 LMS is fitted with a four-cylinder engine that is capable of pumping out 330 horsepower. While this figure may not sound like much compared to the hypercars of this world, it's important to bear in mind that this aggressive race car is designed to meet a variety of specific racing rules and regulations pertaining to the TCR touring car race circuit. Set to be made available for a price of $111,200, it's clear that the Audi RS3 LMS is designed to function as a relatively accessible professional race car. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 26% | Activity: 11% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Entry-level Professional Racing:** The Audi RS3 LMS offers an affordable and accessible option for professional racing teams. - **Compliance with Racing Regulations:** Designing cars that meet specific racing regulations is important for automakers trying to break into the professional racing industry. - **Aggressive Racing Machines:** The demand for high-performance racing cars is growing as more automakers introduce their own versions. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive Industry:** Automakers can capitalize on the growing demand for racing cars by creating specialized models for professional racing teams. - **Professional Racing Industry:** The Audi RS3 LMS provides a more affordable option for professional racing teams and can help increase competition in the industry. - **Motorsports Equipment Industry:** Specialized equipment such as tires and suspension systems for racing cars are in high demand as more people invest in professional racing. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sleekly-Designed Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-rs-etron-gt.md) - [Reimagined Road-Legal Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roadlegal-supercar.md) - [Desert Race Car-Inspired Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-emtb.md) - [Track-Ready Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gt-black-series.md) - [Retro-Inspired Electric Racing Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-s1-hoonitron.md) - [Customized Soccer Team Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2024-mls-cup.md) - [Track-Centric Premium Race Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vantage-gt3-1.md) - [High-Performance Hatchback Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2024-volkswagen-golf-r-333-limited-edition.md) - [Limited-Run Flagship Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alpine-a110-r-ultime.md)