Thanks for the review!
I was also having a tough time deciding between these 2, and the easy-tune nature of the RS3 and low 10 second 1/4 mile times with just a tune almost had me (my drag roots showing!
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As it turned out though, the MT option, RWD, and early reviews swung me hard to the M2. In 4k miles and 8 months, I haven't once thought I made the wrong choice...
but if I do replace my other car, it might be an RS3 that replaces it