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.

250 Used Audi S3 cars for sale

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

£16,488

2L
89.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carbase - Lympsham

01934312926 *

4.5/5 Stars

Audi S32010 (60) - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition quattro Euro 5 3dr

Low Mileage

£10,000

2L
67.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

M J Car Sales

01283907023 *

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

Low Mileage

£33,510

£470/pm (PCP)

2L
12.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Buy and Go Cars

02920108594 *

Audi S32022 (71) - TFSI 310 PS S tronic 5-Door

Low Mileage

£29,993

2L
22.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Dundee Audi

01382214047 *

Audi S32022 (71) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Low Mileage

£28,733

£412/pm (PCP)

2L
23.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Car City UK Catterick

01748900779 *

Audi S32016 (65) - 2.0 TFSI S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr (Nav)

£11,495

£234/pm (HP)

2L
106.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Pavilion Motor Company

01614139866 *

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

£48,715

7.0
Miles
Not Supplied
Automatic
Hatchback

Stoke Audi

01782940801 *

Audi S32014 (14) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£11,995

£266/pm (HP)

2L
79.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

MMK AUTOMOTIVE LIMITED

01524237300 *

Audi S3(65) - 2.0 TFSI S Tronic Quattro Euro 6 4dr

Low Mileage

£17,995

48.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

W R Car Sales Limited

01274087616 *

Audi S32016 (66) - 2.0 TFSI Cabriolet 2dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Low Mileage

£16,995

£357/pm (HP)

2L
60.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Convertible

Carplex Ltd

01323396590 *

Audi S32014 (64) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£11,495

£234/pm (HP)

2L
117.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Large Motor Company

01635885044 *

Audi S32013 (63) - 2.0 TFSI quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

£8,995

£211/pm (HP)

2L
116.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Middleton Car Group

01827215681 *

Audi S32014 (14) - 2.0 TFSI quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 4dr

Low Mileage

£12,850

£286/pm (HP)

2L
89.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Saloon

Premier Cars

02895908386 *

Audi S32017 (17) - 2.0 TFSI Hatchback 3dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Reduced

£17,250

£334/pm (HP)

2L
68.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Beehive Cars

01204969299 *

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

£16,495

£346/pm (HP)

2L
93.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

K & O Motors Ltd

01702418737 *

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

Low Mileage

£16,990

£357/pm (HP)

2L
65.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

East Anglia Car Sales Ltd

01394331718 *

Audi S32022 - Vorsprung TFSI 310 PS S tronic Automatic 5-Door

£37,500

2L
29.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Bath Audi

01761252505 *

4.7/5 Stars

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

£12,795

£264/pm (HP)

2L
95.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Pavilion Motor Company

01614139866 *

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

£46,250

17.0
Miles
Not Supplied
Automatic
Hatchback

Crewe Audi

01270441079 *

4.9/5 Stars

Audi S32016 (17) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£18,475

£359/pm (HP)

2L
51.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

JMV

01634564263 *

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

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Is the Audi S3 a good family car?

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Is there a four-wheel drive version available?

250 Used Audi S3 cars for sale

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Audi S32010 (60) - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition quattro Euro 5 3dr

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

Audi S32022 (71) - TFSI 310 PS S tronic 5-Door

Audi S32022 (71) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Audi S32016 (65) - 2.0 TFSI S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr (Nav)

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

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Audi S32016 (66) - 2.0 TFSI Cabriolet 2dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Audi S32014 (64) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Audi S32013 (63) - 2.0 TFSI quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

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Audi S32017 (17) - 2.0 TFSI Hatchback 3dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

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

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

Audi S32022 - Vorsprung TFSI 310 PS S tronic Automatic 5-Door

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

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

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