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 S32014 (64) - 2.0 TFSI quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

Low Mileage

£14,290

Finance available £297 pm

2L
54.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Livingstone Motor Group Cranswick

01377310203 *

Audi S32017 (67) - 2.0 TFSI Cabriolet 2dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

£15,950

Finance available £334 pm

2L
97.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Convertible

Falling Lane Cars

01895541825 *

Audi S32020 - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 4dr

£24,995

Finance available £493 pm

2L
53.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Wrights Motors

01366310748 *

Audi S32016 (16) - 2.0 TFSI Hatchback 3dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (Nav) (300 ps)

Low Mileage

£18,495

Finance available £359 pm

2L
37.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

SIMPSON MOTORS

01383347764 *

Audi S32008 - 2008 AUDI S3 QUATTRO TFSI 2.0L Diesel Manual 3 Door Hatchback Red

Low Mileage

£7,495

Finance available £145 pm

2L
98.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Swans Motor Group LTD

01603516692 *

4.4/5 Stars

Audi S32023 (23) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

£29,000

2L
31.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Wimbledon

02038235453 *

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

Low Mileage

£12,450

Finance available £256 pm

2L
92.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Sarah Cox Cars Ltd

01623706190 *

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

Low Mileage

£36,550

2L
16.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Saxton 4x4

01245202306 *

4.4/5 Stars

Audi S32022 (22) - 2.0 TFSI Vorsprung Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£37,495

Finance available £750 pm

2L
17.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

H and M Cars Ltd

07921081064 *

Audi S32016 (66) - 2.0 TFSI S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

£14,450

Finance available £301 pm

2L
87.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Cambridgeshire Motor House LTD

01733666971 *

4.7/5 Stars

Audi S32008 (58) - 2.0 TFSI S Tronic quattro 5dr

Low Mileage

£9,995

Finance available £201 pm

2L
83.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Derbyshire Performance

01332419213 *

0/5 Stars

Audi S32003 (03) - 1.8 Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual quattro (223 g/km, 225 bhp)

Low Mileage

£8,499

Finance available £168 pm

1.8L
67.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Tycoon Autos Ltd

02039112039 *

Audi S32022 (22) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Low Mileage

£33,786

Finance available £674 pm

2L
22.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Kingsbridge

01904237124 *

Audi S32020 (20) - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Saloon 4dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (300

Low Mileage

£26,999

Finance available £534 pm

2L
33.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Rom Motors Ltd

01455240096 *

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

Reduced

£22,795

Finance available £448 pm

2L
33.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Shadow Automotive Ltd

01780431436 *

5/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£16,490

Finance available £346 pm

2L
60.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Cars Direct Peterborough Limited

01733971397 *

4.6/5 Stars

Audi S32014 (64) - 2.0 TFSI quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

£9,989

Finance available £201 pm

2L
96.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Motorhub

01535281058 *

Audi S32017 (17) - 2.0 TFSI Saloon 4dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Low Mileage

£19,970

2L
61.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Dace Specialist Car Centre Manchester

01612417068 *

4.8/5 Stars

Audi S32002 (02) - 1.8 quattro 3dr

Reduced

£3,690

Finance available £60 pm

1.8L
179.4K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

MH Prestige Limited

01274087579 *

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 *

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
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Cons

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Some rivals are more fun to drive

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231 Used Audi S3 cars for sale

Audi S32014 (64) - 2.0 TFSI quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

Audi S32017 (67) - 2.0 TFSI Cabriolet 2dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Audi S32020 - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 4dr

Audi S32016 (16) - 2.0 TFSI Hatchback 3dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (Nav) (300 ps)

Audi S32008 - 2008 AUDI S3 QUATTRO TFSI 2.0L Diesel Manual 3 Door Hatchback Red

Audi S32023 (23) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

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

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

Audi S32022 (22) - 2.0 TFSI Vorsprung Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Audi S32016 (66) - 2.0 TFSI S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

Audi S32008 (58) - 2.0 TFSI S Tronic quattro 5dr

Audi S32003 (03) - 1.8 Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual quattro (223 g/km, 225 bhp)

Audi S32022 (22) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Audi S32020 (20) - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Saloon 4dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (300

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Audi S32017 (17) - 2.0 TFSI Saloon 4dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Audi S32002 (02) - 1.8 quattro 3dr

Audi S32023 (10) - 2.0 TFSi

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