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 S32022 (71) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Low Mileage

£30,381

Finance available £604 pm

2L
23.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Car City UK Catterick

01748900779 *

4.7/5 Stars

Audi S32022 (22) - 2.0 TFSI Vorsprung S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 4dr

Reduced

£33,995

Finance available £678 pm

2L
31.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

W R Car Sales Limited

01274087616 *

4.7/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£15,995

Finance available £335 pm

54.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

SOUTH HAMS AUTOS LTD

01364700699 *

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

Low Mileage

£27,295

2L
15.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carsa Towcester

01327221488 *

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

Low Mileage

£30,650

2L
13.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Saxton 4x4

01245202306 *

4.4/5 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 S32016 (00) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (Nav) (300 ps)

£17,995

Finance available £349 pm

2L
75.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Baskeyfield Motors Limited

01782917824 *

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 *

4.7/5 Stars

Audi S32016 - 2.0 TFSI Saloon 4dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (Nav) (300 ps)

Low Mileage

£17,990

Finance available £349 pm

2L
65.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Redgate Lodge

01916077194 *

Audi S32018 (67) - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£16,995

Finance available £357 pm

2L
90.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

MERIT MOTORS LTD

01204324385 *

Audi S32006 (56) - 2.0 TFSI quattro 3dr

Low Mileage

£4,495

Finance available £78 pm

2L
133.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Harris Motor Group

01924942328 *

Audi S32018 - 2.0 TFSI 5-Door

Low Mileage

£18,995

Finance available £370 pm

2.5L
56.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

DMS Prestige Limited

01992661584 *

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

Low Mileage

£30,500

2L
18.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Saxton 4x4

01245202306 *

4.4/5 Stars

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

£11,500

2L
119.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

BINCA

01908953487 *

4.5/5 Stars

Audi S32011 (11) - S-LINE QUATRO 2.0 PETROL 2011(11) UL.FREE, BEFORE 9195£ 4-Door

£8,195

Finance available £161 pm

2L
77.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

MH UK MOTORS LTD

02038933705 *

Audi S32015 (64) - 2.0 TFSI Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

Reduced

£13,250

Finance available £274 pm

2L
88.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

N K Car Sales Ltd

01143086541 *

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

£12,495

Finance available £257 pm

2L
104.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

The Car Lounge

01616944760 *

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

Reduced

£37,500

Finance available £750 pm

2L
13.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Peebles Autocentre

01721540117 *

Audi S32017 (67) - 2.0 S3 TFSI QUATTRO BLACK EDITION 3d 306 BHP 3-Door

Low Mileage

£19,990

2L
58.6K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Formula 1 Car Supermarket

01324464853 *

3.9/5 Stars

Audi S32017 - QUATTRO 4-Door

Low Mileage

£21,995

Finance available £431 pm

2L
59.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Saloon

Williams Automotive Ltd

01235636668 *

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

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?

231 Used Audi S3 cars for sale

Audi S32022 (71) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Audi S32022 (22) - 2.0 TFSI Vorsprung S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 4dr

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

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

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

Audi S32016 (00) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (Nav) (300 ps)

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

Audi S32016 - 2.0 TFSI Saloon 4dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (Nav) (300 ps)

Audi S32018 (67) - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Audi S32006 (56) - 2.0 TFSI quattro 3dr

Audi S32018 - 2.0 TFSI 5-Door

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

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

Audi S32011 (11) - S-LINE QUATRO 2.0 PETROL 2011(11) UL.FREE, BEFORE 9195£ 4-Door

Audi S32015 (64) - 2.0 TFSI Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

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

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

Audi S32017 (67) - 2.0 S3 TFSI QUATTRO BLACK EDITION 3d 306 BHP 3-Door

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