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.

237 Used Audi S3 cars for sale

Audi S32008 (58) - 2.0 TFSI S Tronic quattro 5dr

Low Mileage

£9,995

Finance available £201 pm

2L
83.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Derbyshire Performance

01332419213 *

0/5 Stars

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

Reduced

£17,490

Finance available £339 pm

2L
63.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Auto Haus

01274087673 *

4.4/5 Stars

Audi S32025 - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£46,995

10.0
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Preston Audi

01772285533 *

4.7/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£14,695

Finance available £306 pm

56.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Canfield Garage

01371700436 *

Audi S32015 (65) - 2.0 TFSI S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 4dr

£14,981

Finance available £312 pm

2L
86.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Eye Green Cars

01733794296 *

3.7/5 Stars

Audi S32016 (66) - 2.0 TFSI Hatchback 3dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Low Mileage

£17,499

Finance available £339 pm

2L
57.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Wearside Autoparc

01913002146 *

0/5 Stars

Audi S32016 (16) - 2.0 TFSI Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (Nav) (300 ps)

Low Mileage

£13,995

2L
55.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Stoneacre Nottingham

01158967433 *

Audi S32023 (73) - 2.0 TFSI Saloon 4dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Low Mileage

£33,510

Finance available £668 pm

2L
12.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Buy and Go Cars

02920108594 *

4.8/5 Stars

Audi S32008 (08) - 2.0 TFSI Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual quattro (217 g/km, 261 bhp)

Low Mileage

£7,995

Finance available £156 pm

2L
101.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

wirksworthcarscom Ltd

01629701306 *

0/5 Stars

Audi S32018 - S3 TFSI Quattro Black Edition 5dr S Tronic

Low Mileage

£22,079

2L
36.4K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.2/5 Stars

Audi S32017 - QUATTRO 4-Door

Low Mileage

£21,995

Finance available £431 pm

2L
59.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Saloon

Williams Automotive Ltd

01235636668 *

Audi S32016 (16) - 2.0 TFSI S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr (Nav)

£14,000

2L
99.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

BINCA

01908953487 *

4.5/5 Stars

Audi S32020 (20) - TFSI QUATTRO BLACK EDITION 4-Door

Low Mileage

£25,450

Finance available £502 pm

2L
17.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Beehive Cars

01204969299 *

4.1/5 Stars

Audi S32007 (07) - 2.0 TFSI Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual quattro (217 g/km, 261 bhp)

Low Mileage

£4,999

Finance available £89 pm

2L
143.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

AA Car Sales Ltd

01243211485 *

0/5 Stars

Audi S32015 (65) - 2.0 TFSI quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

Reduced

£8,900

Finance available £177 pm

2L
128.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Mayfair Motors

01164029071 *

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

Low Mileage

£24,600

Finance available £485 pm

2L
40.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Kingsbridge

01904237124 *

Audi S32019 (19) - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (

£19,995

2L
59.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Anchor Vans

01182079095 *

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

Reduced

£37,500

Finance available £750 pm

2L
13.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Peebles Autocentre

01721540117 *

Audi S32014 (64) - 2.0 TFSI Cabriolet S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 2dr

Low Mileage

£15,890

2L
49.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Convertible

Howard Dean Car Sales Ltd

02038731433 *

Audi S32025 - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£50,690

17.0
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Crewe Audi

01270441079 *

4.8/5 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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Fiddly infotainment system
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Which is the most popular engine in the Audi S3?

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What optional extras should I look out for?

Is the Audi S3 a good family car?

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237 Used Audi S3 cars for sale

Audi S32008 (58) - 2.0 TFSI S Tronic quattro 5dr

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

Audi S32025 - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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Audi S32016 (66) - 2.0 TFSI Hatchback 3dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Audi S32016 (16) - 2.0 TFSI Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (Nav) (300 ps)

Audi S32023 (73) - 2.0 TFSI Saloon 4dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Audi S32008 (08) - 2.0 TFSI Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual quattro (217 g/km, 261 bhp)

Audi S32018 - S3 TFSI Quattro Black Edition 5dr S Tronic

Audi S32017 - QUATTRO 4-Door

Audi S32016 (16) - 2.0 TFSI S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr (Nav)

Audi S32020 (20) - TFSI QUATTRO BLACK EDITION 4-Door

Audi S32007 (07) - 2.0 TFSI Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual quattro (217 g/km, 261 bhp)

Audi S32015 (65) - 2.0 TFSI quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

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

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

Audi S32014 (64) - 2.0 TFSI Cabriolet S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 2dr

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