Audi A3 RS3 8V Front Bumper 8V4807437
Audi RS3 8V Front Bumper (Part No. 8V4807437) is the genuine OEM front fascia for the Pre-Facelift (PFL) RS3 Sportback/Hatchback, specifically for the 2015–2017 model years (often listed as 2013–2016 depending on the region).
As a specialist in performance parts, here is the technical breakdown of this specific bumper and its application for conversions.
Technical Specifications
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OEM Part Number:
8V4807437(Base bumper skin). -
Fitment Type: Original Equipment (Genuine Audi).
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Material: High-grade Polypropylene (PP).
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Design Language: Features the signature large hexagonal side intakes and a deep lower center section designed to accommodate the RS3’s front-mounted intercooler.
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Configurations: Typically comes with 4 PDC (Parking Distance Control) sensor holes and SRA (Headlight Washer) jet cutouts.
Fitment Guide & Compatibility
If you are sourcing this for a client looking to upgrade a standard A3 or S3, there are critical fitment details to keep in mind:
| Vehicle Model | Compatibility | Notes |
| RS3 8V Sportback (PFL) | Direct Fit | This is the factory-correct replacement part. |
| A3/S3 8V Hatch (2013–2016) | Modification Required | Genuine RS3 bumpers are wider. To fit this OEM skin to a standard A3/S3, you typically need the RS3 wider front fenders (wings) and liners for proper alignment. |
| A3/S3 8V Sedan (Saloon) | Incompatible | The Hatchback (Sportback) and Sedan front ends have slightly different headlight shapes and fender lines on the 8V PFL platform. |
| 8V Facelift (2017+) | No | The facelift models use “teardrop” style headlights; this bumper is for the straight-edge PFL headlights. |
Conversion Checklist
If you are providing this bumper as part of a “RS Look” conversion kit for a standard A3/S3, you will also need to source the following components, as they are rarely included with the raw bumper skin (8V4807437):
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Main Grille: RS Honeycomb (usually with the “Quattro” lower frame).
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Side Air Intakes: Left and right closed or open honeycomb grilles.
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Lower Spoiler/Lip: The silver or gloss black “blade” that runs along the bottom.
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Bumper Retainers: Specialized brackets for the wider RS profile.
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Fog Light Delete: Standard A3s with fog lights will require “error cancellers” or coding, as the RS3 bumper uses these areas for cooling ducts instead.
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