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.

256 Used Audi S3 cars for sale

Audi S32025 - 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 4 (265 ps)

£8,000

£156/pm (HP)

2L
86.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

CLEVER CAR COLLECTION LTD

02380017191 *

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

Low Mileage

£18,995

£370/pm (HP)

2L
48.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

DERWENT MOTORS LTD

01332414504 *

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

Low Mileage

£22,490

2L
37.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motor Match Crewe

01270441019 *

4.7/5 Stars

Audi S32009 (59) - 2.0 TFSI Hatchback 3dr Petrol S Tronic quattro (193 g/km, 261 bhp)

Reduced

£6,499

£133/pm (HP)

2L
107.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

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01918144196 *

Audi S32013 (63) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£9,495

£178/pm (HP)

2L
114.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Precision Motor Group

02039537318 *

Audi S32017 - 2.0 TFSI Hatchback 3dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

Low Mileage

£19,495

£380/pm (HP)

2L
54.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

LHK Performance Cars Ltd

01743290953 *

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

£45,980

33.0
Miles
Not Supplied
Automatic
Hatchback

Stafford Audi

01785338461 *

4.9/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£33,500

2L
16.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Bristol Audi

01173320494 *

4.7/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£28,450

2L
27.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Reynolds Motor Group

01268988968 *

0/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£21,621

£466/pm (PCP)

2L
52.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Harpers Cumbria

01228273201 *

Audi S32018 (18) - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Sportback Automatic 5dr

Reduced

£16,699

£351/pm (HP)

2L
86.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

AW Car House Ltd

01827213842 *

Audi S32017 (67) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£19,399

2L
62.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Sandles Car Supermarket

01553601835 *

4.7/5 Stars

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

£13,695

£266/pm (HP)

2L
109.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Hartington Motors

01942365314 *

Audi S32019 (68) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

£18,950

2L
66.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Reynolds Motor Group

01268988968 *

0/5 Stars

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

£10,990

£223/pm (HP)

2L
118.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Podium PCL

01908953493 *

Audi S32019 - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Saloon 4dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (300

£17,495

£339/pm (HP)

2L
100.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Ideal Car Centre Ltd

01902544596 *

Audi S32012 (61) - 2.0 TFSI Quattro Black Edition 5dr [Technology] TOP SPEC

Low Mileage

£7,495

£145/pm (HP)

2L
100.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Quality Car Sales

01924667062 *

Audi S32018 (67) - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Saloon 4dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310

Reduced

£20,720

£438/pm (PCP)

2L
66.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Buy and Go Cars

02920108594 *

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

Low Mileage

£19,995

£390/pm (HP)

2L
53.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Rose Specialist & Performance Ltd

01296327363 *

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

Reduced

£24,990

£608/pm (PCP)

2L
51.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Your Car Group

01633749117 *

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
High-quality interior
Great performance

Cons

Engine isn’t the most inspiring
Fiddly infotainment system
Some rivals are more fun to drive

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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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256 Used Audi S3 cars for sale

Audi S32025 - 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 4 (265 ps)

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

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

Audi S32009 (59) - 2.0 TFSI Hatchback 3dr Petrol S Tronic quattro (193 g/km, 261 bhp)

Audi S32013 (63) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Audi S32017 - 2.0 TFSI Hatchback 3dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

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

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

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

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Audi S32017 (67) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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

Audi S32019 (68) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

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

Audi S32019 - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Saloon 4dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (300

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