Which is the most popular engine in the Audi S3?

Throughout its production, the S3 has only been available with one petrol engine per generation, though the newer ones have been upgraded to offer more power.

Which are the most popular trim levels?

The newest S3 lineup comes in two trim levels: Black Edition and Vorsprung. The Black Edition is the lower-cost option of the two, making it the favourite among S3 owners, while the Vorsprung provides additional specification, making them more desirable.

What optional extras should I look out for?

Customers should look out for models that include 19-inch Sport diamond cut alloy wheels and S suspension with damper control. A premium Bang & Olufsen sound system and advanced safety features are also available.

Is the Audi S3 a good family car?

Despite being focused on performance, the S3 has a lot to offer families. The rear seat room is accommodating in the saloon or estate models, and the boot is the same size as a normal family hatchback.

Is the Audi S3 available as an automatic?

The most recent iteration of the S3 came equipped with an automatic as standard, so they are easy to find on the used market. There are a handful of manual examples of the S3 out there on the used market, however.

Is there a four-wheel drive version available?

The Audi S3 has only ever been available with all-wheel drive. Audi calls this system 'Quattro', meaning that power is sent to all four wheels. With this capability, drivers can expect better handling and traction.

241 Used Audi S3 cars for sale

Audi S32013 (13) - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Sportback 5dr Petrol Manual quattro Euro 5 (265 ps)

Low Mileage

£11,895

Finance available £243 pm

2L
62.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motoring Way LTD

01633742355 *

Audi S32016 (66) - 2.0 TFSI Cabriolet S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 2dr

Low Mileage

£16,995

Finance available £357 pm

2L
60.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Convertible

Carplex Ltd

01323396590 *

Audi S32022 - 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps) - BLUE

Low Mileage

£29,060

2L
15.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carsa Bolton

01204323445 *

Audi S32021 (21) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Low Mileage

£29,995

2L
18.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Eclipse Car Sales Limited

02392006073 *

4.5/5 Stars

Audi S32018 (18) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Low Mileage

£20,295

Finance available £396 pm

2L
48.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Ace Prestige Autos

01134878957 *

Audi S32016 (65) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr (Nav)

£15,490

Finance available £324 pm

2L
84.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

JD Car Sales (East Anglia) LTD

01603567764 *

Audi S32020 - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition 5-Door

£18,995

Finance available £370 pm

2L
91.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Sam Jordan Cars ltd

01284338959 *

Audi S32023 (23) - S3 TFSI Quattro Vorsprung 5dr S Tronic

Low Mileage

£40,881

Finance available £819 pm

2L
9.8K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Bennett Renault Leeds

01134680623 *

Audi S32021 (21) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Low Mileage

£29,535

2L
27.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Prestige Cars Kent

01689669471 *

4.6/5 Stars

Audi S32021 - 2.0 TFSI Vorsprung Saloon 4dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

£35,500

Finance available £709 pm

2L
40.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

FS Performance Ltd

01582280332 *

Audi S32016 (66) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Low Mileage

£17,995

Finance available £349 pm

2L
48.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Shadow Automotive Ltd

01780431436 *

5/5 Stars

Audi S32022 - AUDI S3 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 p

£30,450

2L
22.9K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Chiswick Honda

02038934344 *

0/5 Stars

Audi S32023 - Black Edition TFSI 310 PS S tronic Automatic 5-Door

Reduced

£36,850

2L
10.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Cardiff Audi

02922679534 *

Audi S32018 (18) - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (

Reduced

£20,995

Finance available £411 pm

2L
41.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

ALTUS CONSULTANTS LIMITED T/A altus cars

01293217073 *

Audi S32020 (VU) - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (

£23,940

2L
53.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Dace Specialist Car Centre Manchester

01612417068 *

4.8/5 Stars

Audi S32022 - 2.0 TFSI Saloon 4dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps) - SPORTS

£28,376

2L
28.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Carsa Halesowen

01217525895 *

4.4/5 Stars

Audi S32018 (18) - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£20,495

Finance available £400 pm

2L
63.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Harpers Cumbria

01228273201 *

Audi S32015 (15) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£14,495

Finance available £302 pm

2L
85.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Derbyshire Performance

01332419213 *

0/5 Stars

Audi S32014 (64) - 2.0 TFSI S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

Low Mileage

£9,995

Finance available £201 pm

2L
55.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Precision Motor Group

02039537318 *

Audi S32022 (22) - 2.0 TFSI Saloon 4dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Low Mileage

£29,995

Finance available £596 pm

2L
18.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

CLYDEBANK CAR SALES LTD

01412601334 *

0/5 Stars

Why buy a used Audi S3?

If you're in the market for a sporty hatchback that's stylish and practical, then a used Audi S3 is a fantastic choice. As a performance-focused model, the Audi S3 provides fantastic acceleration and handling, along with a high-quality cabin. Not only is the interior comfortable, but the exterior styling is aggressive, yet subtle.

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Classy exterior
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Cons

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241 Used Audi S3 cars for sale

Audi S32013 (13) - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Sportback 5dr Petrol Manual quattro Euro 5 (265 ps)

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Audi S32016 (65) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr (Nav)

Audi S32020 - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition 5-Door

Audi S32023 (23) - S3 TFSI Quattro Vorsprung 5dr S Tronic

Audi S32021 (21) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

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Audi S32015 (15) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Audi S32014 (64) - 2.0 TFSI S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

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Is there a four-wheel drive version available?

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