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.

258 Used Audi S3 cars for sale

Audi S32025 - 2.0 TFSI Vorsprung S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 4dr

Reduced

£52,890

17.0
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Crewe Audi

01270441079 *

4.9/5 Stars

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

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

2L
91.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

K & O Motors Ltd

01702418737 *

Audi S3(74) - 2.0 TFSI Vorsprung Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (333

Low Mileage

£41,989

9.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

Audi Southampton

02380017835 *

Audi S32018 (68) - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Saloon 4dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (300

Reduced

£19,990

Finance available £390 pm

2L
67.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

gaston gate garage

01483917782 *

4.3/5 Stars

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

£15,381

Finance available £321 pm

2L
86.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Eye Green Cars

01733794296 *

3.7/5 Stars

Audi S32015 (15) - 2.0 TFSI quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

Low Mileage

£12,489

Finance available £257 pm

2L
76.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Simple Car Sales Ltd

01539769118 *

Audi S32021 (21) - 2.0 TFSI Saloon 4dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps) * HUGE SP

Low Mileage

£30,995

Finance available £616 pm

2L
23.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

MJM Car Sales

01833600271 *

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

Low Mileage

£29,150

2L
19.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Saxton 4x4

01245202306 *

4.4/5 Stars

Audi S32024 - Black Edition TFSI 333 PS S tronic 5-Door

Low Mileage

£40,950

2L
2.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Stoke Audi

01782940801 *

4.4/5 Stars

Audi S32017 (17) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Low Mileage

£18,000

Finance available £349 pm

2L
57.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Beechwood Autos Ltd

01623709945 *

4.5/5 Stars

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

£17,499

Finance available £339 pm

2L
75.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Top Rides Group Ltd

01296324588 *

Audi S32016 (16) - 2.0 TFSI Cabriolet 2dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (Nav) (300 ps)

Low Mileage

£14,480

Finance available £301 pm

2L
55.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Convertible

Premier Cars

01708932385 *

Audi S32014 (63) - 2.0 TFSI quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

£10,995

Finance available £223 pm

2L
96.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

1ST TIME CAR SALES LTD

01243213596 *

Audi S32011 (61) - 2.0 TFSI quattro Euro 5 3dr

Reduced

£7,350

Finance available £142 pm

2L
96.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Audenshaw Motor Company Ltd TA Audenshaw Motors

01614139877 *

4/5 Stars

Audi S32019 - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition 4-Door

Low Mileage

£25,495

2L
29.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Cavendish UK Car Sales Limited

01787323385 *

4.9/5 Stars

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

Reduced

£22,495

Finance available £442 pm

2L
53.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

TRINITY MOTOR SALES LTD

01422411698 *

0/5 Stars

Audi S32019 - 2.0 TFSI Cabriolet 2dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

Low Mileage

£22,868

2L
16.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Convertible

Carbase - Lympsham

01934312926 *

4.5/5 Stars

Audi S32017 (67) - 2.0 TFSI Saloon 4dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Low Mileage

£19,995

Finance available £390 pm

2L
42.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Evolve Motor Company

01633741704 *

4.6/5 Stars

Audi S32019 (19) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

Low Mileage

£21,895

Finance available £429 pm

2L
47.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Evolve Motor Company

01633741704 *

4.6/5 Stars

Audi S32020 - S3 TFSI 300 Quattro Black Edition 5dr S Tronic

Low Mileage

£24,399

2L
34.1K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 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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Pros

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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258 Used Audi S3 cars for sale

Audi S32025 - 2.0 TFSI Vorsprung S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 4dr

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Audi S3(74) - 2.0 TFSI Vorsprung Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (333

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Audi S32021 (21) - 2.0 TFSI Saloon 4dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps) * HUGE SP

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Audi S32024 - Black Edition TFSI 333 PS S tronic 5-Door

Audi S32017 (17) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

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Audi S32016 (16) - 2.0 TFSI Cabriolet 2dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (Nav) (300 ps)

Audi S32014 (63) - 2.0 TFSI quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

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

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Audi S32017 (67) - 2.0 TFSI Saloon 4dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Audi S32019 (19) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

Audi S32020 - S3 TFSI 300 Quattro Black Edition 5dr S Tronic

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