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.

231 Used Audi S3 cars for sale

Audi S32012 - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition 5-Door

Low Mileage

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

2L
66.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Vettura Motors Limited

01144788873 *

Audi S32017 - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition 5-Door

£20,999

Finance available £411 pm

2L
75.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

CARVIEWS LTD

01217288890 *

Audi S32021 (70) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps) * HUGE

Low Mileage

£30,995

Finance available £616 pm

2L
19.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

MJM Car Sales

01833600271 *

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

£37,500

2L
14.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Cardiff Audi

02922679534 *

4.7/5 Stars

Audi S32010 (6F) - 2 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Sportback 5dr Petrol Manual quattro Euro 5 (265 ps

Low Mileage

£5,650

Finance available £104 pm

2L
99.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Per4mance Cars Limited

01625468256 *

Audi S32024 - Black Edition TFSI 310 PS S tronic 4-Door

Low Mileage

£36,992

2L
6.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Carlisle Audi

01228273203 *

4.9/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£16,495

Finance available £346 pm

2L
43.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Convertible

Ace Car Sales Bury

01618042294 *

4.5/5 Stars

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

Reduced

£37,950

Finance available £759 pm

2L
13.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Peebles Autocentre

01721540117 *

Audi S32017 - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition 5-Door

Low Mileage

£21,499

Finance available £421 pm

2L
54.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

BCPerformance

01453705159 *

4.7/5 Stars

Audi S32014 (14) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

Low Mileage

£15,100

Finance available £315 pm

2L
64.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Hammond Cars Ipswich

01473927579 *

4.5/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£29,995

2L
18.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Eclipse Car Sales Limited

02392006073 *

4.6/5 Stars

Audi S32002 - 1.8 Hatchback 3dr track car s3 bam (223 g/km, 225 bhp)

100

£4,995

Finance available £89 pm

1.8L
0.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Dubbers Sports LTD

01484507999 *

5/5 Stars

Audi S32024 - Black Edition TFSI 333 PS S tronic Automatic 4-Door

£41,000

2L
11.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Cardiff Audi

02922679534 *

4.7/5 Stars

Audi S32017 (67) - 2.0 TFSI Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Low Mileage

£17,345

2L
55.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motortrust UK Garstang

01942365158 *

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

£12,489

Finance available £257 pm

2L
112.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Select Motors GB

02037808222 *

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

Low Mileage

£21,499

2L
51.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Sandles Car Supermarket

01553601835 *

4.7/5 Stars

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

£17,450

Finance available £338 pm

2L
91.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Beehive Cars

01204969299 *

4.1/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£21,695

Finance available £425 pm

2L
47.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Evolve Motor Company

01633741704 *

4.6/5 Stars

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

£26,480

2L
58.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Dace Car Supermarket

01616945306 *

4.8/5 Stars

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

Reduced

£44,250

8.0
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Stoke Audi

01782940801 *

4.4/5 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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Great performance

Cons

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Fiddly infotainment system
Some rivals are more fun to drive

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Audi S32012 - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition 5-Door

Audi S32017 - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition 5-Door

Audi S32021 (70) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps) * HUGE

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Audi S32010 (6F) - 2 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Sportback 5dr Petrol Manual quattro Euro 5 (265 ps

Audi S32024 - Black Edition TFSI 310 PS S tronic 4-Door

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

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

Audi S32017 - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition 5-Door

Audi S32014 (14) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

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

Audi S32002 - 1.8 Hatchback 3dr track car s3 bam (223 g/km, 225 bhp)

Audi S32024 - Black Edition TFSI 333 PS S tronic Automatic 4-Door

Audi S32017 (67) - 2.0 TFSI Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

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

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

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

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

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