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.

245 Used Audi S3 cars for sale

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

Low Mileage

£18,500

Finance available £360 pm

2L
67.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

BSP Motor Vehicles Ltd

01332419208 *

5/5 Stars

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

£28,795

Finance available £571 pm

2L
41.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

FIDA MOTORS LIMITED

01279215830 *

4.7/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£7,495

Finance available £145 pm

2L
81.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

One Stop Motors Dewsbury

01924665170 *

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

Low Mileage

£13,695

Finance available £284 pm

2L
57.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

The Drivers Gallery Ltd

01572491189 *

0/5 Stars

Audi S32002 (52) - 1.8T 300BHP Quattro Factory Stage 3 MTM Conversion Red Movit MK1 8L 3-Door

£8,999

Finance available £179 pm

1.8L
215.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Circuit Automotive Ltd

01252415056 *

0/5 Stars

Audi S32015 (65) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£10,284

Finance available £207 pm

2L
86.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

New Street Car Centre

01952967003 *

4.5/5 Stars

Audi S32023 (23) - S3 TFSI Quattro Vorsprung 5dr S Tronic

Low Mileage

£40,881

Finance available £819 pm

2L
9.8K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Bennett Renault Leeds

01134680623 *

Audi S3(15) - 2.0 TFSI S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 4dr

Low Mileage

£16,995

Finance available £357 pm

54.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

SOUTH HAMS AUTOS LTD

01364700699 *

Audi S32019 (69) - 2.0 SPORTBACK TFSI QUATTRO BLACK EDITION 5d 300 BHP 5-Door

Reduced

£21,995

Finance available £431 pm

2L
44.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Oakwood Specialist Cars

01918237768 *

Audi S32014 (14) - 2.0 TFSI S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

Reduced

£17,880

Finance available £347 pm

2L
9.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Wembley Prestige Cars

02037803372 *

0/5 Stars

Audi S32022 - 2.0 TFSI Vorsprung S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 4dr

Low Mileage

£36,000

2L
16.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Saxton 4x4

01245202306 *

4.4/5 Stars

Audi S32023 (10) - 2.0 TFSi

Low Mileage

£10,290

Finance available £208 pm

2L
74.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

JCT 7 Car Sales Ltd

01922661978 *

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

Low Mileage

£19,700

2L
52.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Sheffield

01145510576 *

Audi S32016 (16) - 2.0 TFSI S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 4dr (Nav)

Reduced

£16,795

Finance available £353 pm

2L
77.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Derbyshire Performance

01332419213 *

0/5 Stars

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

£16,995

2L
77.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Just Audi VW

01522459180 *

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 S32020 (70) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£25,500

2L
41.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Car Planet Watford

01923927636 *

4.5/5 Stars

Audi S32016 (66) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£11,990

Finance available £246 pm

2L
66.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

MPT MOTORS LTD

01942590045 *

Audi S3(18) - 2.0 TFSI Cabriolet S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 2dr

Low Mileage

£20,995

Finance available £411 pm

46.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

Precision Motor Group

02039537318 *

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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Cons

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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?

Is the Audi S3 available as an automatic?

Is there a four-wheel drive version available?

245 Used Audi S3 cars for sale

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

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

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

Audi S32002 (52) - 1.8T 300BHP Quattro Factory Stage 3 MTM Conversion Red Movit MK1 8L 3-Door

Audi S32015 (65) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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Audi S3(15) - 2.0 TFSI S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 4dr

Audi S32019 (69) - 2.0 SPORTBACK TFSI QUATTRO BLACK EDITION 5d 300 BHP 5-Door

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