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 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 S32018 (18) - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Sportback Automatic 5dr

£16,999

Finance available £357 pm

2L
86.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

AW Car House Ltd

01827213842 *

4.9/5 Stars

Audi S32024 - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Saloon 4dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310

£36,891

2L
12.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Carsa Bolton

01204323445 *

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

£27,495

2L
36.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Norman Motors Poole

01202076853 *

4.9/5 Stars

Audi S32014 (64) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£12,495

2L
91.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

K & O Motors Ltd

01702418737 *

Audi S32024 - Black Edition TFSI 310 PS S tronic 5-Door

£38,490

2L
13.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Stafford Audi

01785338461 *

4.9/5 Stars

Audi S32015 - 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (Nav) (300 ps)

Low Mileage

£18,255

2L
42.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Carbase - Bristol

01172331396 *

4.4/5 Stars

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 S32008 - 2.0 TFSI quattro 3dr

Reduced

£6,295

2L
102.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

AQS CAR SPECIALISTS

01733306260 *

Audi S32025 (25) - 2.0 TFSI Vorsprung Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (333

£51,990

2L
2.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Audi Five Oaks

01403331227 *

Audi S32016 (65) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr (Nav)

Reduced

£17,490

Finance available £339 pm

2L
63.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Auto Haus

01274087673 *

4.4/5 Stars

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

Reduced

£39,241

2L
8.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Sinclair Audi Swansea

01792001567 *

0/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£22,650

Finance available £445 pm

2L
43.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Beehive Cars

01204969299 *

4.1/5 Stars

Audi S32016 - 2.0 TFSI [300PS] Hatchback 3dr S Tronic quattro

Low Mileage

£17,995

Finance available £349 pm

2L
30.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Cambrian Cars and Commericals

01686805037 *

Audi S32010 (59) - 2.0 TFSI S TRONIC 5-Door

Low Mileage

£7,495

2L
72.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

London Autos Ltd

01628561148 *

Audi S32023 - TFSI 310 PS S tronic 5-Door

Low Mileage

£31,950

2L
4.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Stoke Audi

01782940801 *

4.4/5 Stars

Audi S32020 - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition 5-Door

Reduced

£18,000

Finance available £349 pm

2L
91.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Sam Jordan Cars ltd

01284338959 *

Audi S32018 - TFSI Black Edition 5-Door

£19,795

Finance available £386 pm

2L
60.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Phoenix Car Centre

01962670197 *

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

100

£4,995

1.8L
0.0
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Dubbers Sports LTD

01484507999 *

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 *

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
High-quality interior
Great performance

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

Audi S32018 (18) - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Sportback Automatic 5dr

Audi S32024 - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Saloon 4dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310

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

Audi S32014 (64) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Audi S32024 - Black Edition TFSI 310 PS S tronic 5-Door

Audi S32015 - 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (Nav) (300 ps)

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

Audi S32008 - 2.0 TFSI quattro 3dr

Audi S32025 (25) - 2.0 TFSI Vorsprung Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (333

Audi S32016 (65) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr (Nav)

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

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

Audi S32016 - 2.0 TFSI [300PS] Hatchback 3dr S Tronic quattro

Audi S32010 (59) - 2.0 TFSI S TRONIC 5-Door

Audi S32023 - TFSI 310 PS S tronic 5-Door

Audi S32020 - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition 5-Door

Audi S32018 - TFSI Black Edition 5-Door

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

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

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