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.

262 Used Audi S3 cars for sale

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 *

4.6/5 Stars

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 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 S32025 (12)

£11,950

Finance available £245 pm

2L
85.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Not Supplied

Griffin Vehicle Solutions

01296254880 *

Audi S32019 (19) - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Saloon 4dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (300

Reduced

£22,990

Finance available £452 pm

2L
50.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Derby Trade Cars

01332315433 *

4.3/5 Stars

Audi S32024 (24) - 2.0 TFSI S3 Black Edition Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s

£38,499

2L
15.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Ask Motors

01922665493 *

Audi S32019 - S3 TFSI 300 Quattro Black Ed 5dr S Tronic [Tech]

£21,719

2L
57.8K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

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

Reduced

£18,495

Finance available £359 pm

2L
59.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

MH Prestige Limited

01274087579 *

Audi S32024 (74) - Black Edition TFSI 333 PS S tronic 5-Door

Low Mileage

£41,493

2L
3.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Dundee Audi

01382214047 *

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

£32,790

2L
22.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Audi Portsmouth

02393874620 *

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

Reduced

£18,949

Finance available £369 pm

2L
75.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

A1 Ortos

01613887641 *

0/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£13,995

Finance available £290 pm

2L
80.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

EVOLVE MOTOR GROUP LTD

01793680983 *

4.9/5 Stars

Audi S32018 (18) - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (

Low Mileage

£20,940

2L
44.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Dace Specialist Car Centre Stockport

01616945314 *

4.8/5 Stars

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

£17,495

Finance available £339 pm

2L
76.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

BEN HARRISON AUTOMOTIVE LTD

01202052313 *

4.5/5 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 S32020 (53) - 2.0 TFSI Saloon 4dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps) FULL SERV

Low Mileage

£27,995

2L
28.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Motor Trust UK Lancaster

01524938891 *

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

£16,995

Finance available £357 pm

2L
85.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

MERIT MOTORS LTD

01204324385 *

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 S32025 - S3 TFSI Quattro Black Edition 5dr S Tronic

£16,584

2L
82.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carbase - Weston

01934313340 *

4.5/5 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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Cons

Engine isn’t the most inspiring
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Is the Audi S3 a good family car?

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

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Audi S32019 - S3 TFSI 300 Quattro Black Ed 5dr S Tronic [Tech]

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

Audi S32024 (74) - Black Edition TFSI 333 PS S tronic 5-Door

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

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

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

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