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.

239 Used Audi S3 cars for sale

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

Low Mileage

£17,495

£339/pm (HP)

2L
67.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Swale Auto Sales II LTD

01748906162 *

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

Low Mileage

£15,495

2L
75.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

V12 Sports and Classics Hinckley

01455244504 *

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 S32022 (72) - TFSI 310 PS S tronic 5-Door

Low Mileage

£31,999

£450/pm (PCP)

2L
12.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Drift Bridge Audi Approved Epsom

01372230333 *

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

£14,981

£312/pm (HP)

2L
86.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Eye Green Cars

01733794296 *

Audi S32022 (72) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

£31,389

2L
24.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Audi Southampton

02382146235 *

Audi S32024 (24) - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (

Low Mileage

£38,490

2L
4.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Audi Southampton

02382146235 *

Audi S32014 (64) - 2.0 TFSI S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 4dr

Low Mileage

£15,795

£331/pm (HP)

2L
63.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Renown Motors

01613887637 *

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

£38,623

£565/pm (PCP)

2L
18.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Carsa Portsmouth

01329551291 *

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

Low Mileage

£24,494

2L
34.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carsa Bolton

01204323445 *

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

£42,480

81.0
Miles
Not Supplied
Automatic
Hatchback

Blackburn Audi

01254457252 *

4.7/5 Stars

Audi S32017 (17) - 2.0 TFSI S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 4dr

Low Mileage

£19,490

£380/pm (HP)

2L
56.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

JD Car Sales (East Anglia) LTD

01603567764 *

Audi S32015 (15) - 2.0 TFSI S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 4dr

Low Mileage

£18,495

£359/pm (HP)

2L
48.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Rodden Road Cars

01373481367 *

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

Reduced

£22,450

£383/pm (PCP)

2L
43.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Beehive Cars

01204969299 *

Audi S32019 (19) - TFSI 300 PS S tronic 2-Door

Low Mileage

£22,999

£474/pm (PCP)

2L
35.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Convertible

Drift Bridge Audi Approved Epsom

01372230333 *

Audi S32019 - S3 TFSI 300 Quattro 5dr S Tronic

£21,320

£396/pm (PCP)

2L
54.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Cheshire Auto Group

01616944738 *

Audi S32015 (65) - 2.0 TFSI Hatchback 3dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (Nav) (300 ps)

Low Mileage

£17,495

£339/pm (HP)

2L
41.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

The Plough Garage

01252415414 *

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

£19,950

£355/pm (PCP)

2L
75.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Rix Motors

01925917564 *

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

£42,450

7.0
Miles
Not Supplied
Automatic
Hatchback

Stoke Audi

01782940801 *

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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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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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?

Is the Audi S3 available as an automatic?

Is there a four-wheel drive version available?

239 Used Audi S3 cars for sale

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

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

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

Audi S32022 (72) - TFSI 310 PS S tronic 5-Door

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

Audi S32022 (72) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Audi S32024 (24) - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (

Audi S32014 (64) - 2.0 TFSI S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 4dr

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

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Audi S32017 (17) - 2.0 TFSI S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 4dr

Audi S32015 (15) - 2.0 TFSI S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 4dr

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

Audi S32019 (19) - TFSI 300 PS S tronic 2-Door

Audi S32019 - S3 TFSI 300 Quattro 5dr S Tronic

Audi S32015 (65) - 2.0 TFSI Hatchback 3dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (Nav) (300 ps)

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

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

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