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.

242 Used Audi S3 cars for sale

Audi S32015 (15) - 2.0 TFSI quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

Low Mileage

£12,450

Finance available £256 pm

2L
76.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Simple Car Sales Ltd

01539769118 *

Audi S32025 - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£42,995

10.0
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Preston Audi

01772285533 *

4.7/5 Stars

Audi S32018 - 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Low Mileage

£20,295

Finance available £396 pm

2L
52.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Surrey Hills Motor Company

01372230646 *

0/5 Stars

Audi S32024 - Black Edition TFSI 333 PS S tronic Automatic 4-Door

£42,450

2L
6.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Cardiff Audi

02922679534 *

4.6/5 Stars

Audi S3(16) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr (Nav)

Low Mileage

£17,990

Finance available £349 pm

45.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Not Supplied

M&C Specialist Motors

01182274321 *

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

£38,490

2L
13.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Stafford Audi

01785338461 *

4.8/5 Stars

Audi S32020 - TFSI 310 PS S tronic Automatic 5-Door

£26,850

2L
44.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Cardiff Audi

02922679534 *

4.6/5 Stars

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

Reduced

£37,950

Finance available £759 pm

2L
13.2K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Peebles Autocentre

01721540117 *

Audi S32012 - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition 5-Door

Low Mileage

£12,995

Finance available £268 pm

2L
66.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Vettura Motors Limited

01144788873 *

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 S32018 - 2.0 TFSI 4-Door

Low Mileage

£24,995

Finance available £493 pm

2L
47.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Streamline Cars Limited

01525308863 *

Audi S32014 (64) - 2.0 TFSI S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 4dr

£13,490

Finance available £279 pm

2L
98.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Cars Direct Peterborough Limited

01733971397 *

4.7/5 Stars

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

Reduced

£16,989

Finance available £357 pm

2L
78.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorhub

01535281058 *

Audi S32025 - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£46,995

10.0
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Preston Audi

01772285533 *

4.7/5 Stars

Audi S32021 (21) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Low Mileage

£29,995

2L
18.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Eclipse Car Sales Limited

02392006073 *

4.6/5 Stars

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 S32017 (17) - 2.0 TFSI Hatchback 3dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

£17,450

Finance available £338 pm

2L
68.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Beehive Cars

01204969299 *

4.1/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£6,995

Finance available £134 pm

2L
81.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

One Stop Motors Dewsbury

01924665170 *

Audi S32022 - TFSI 310 PS S tronic Automatic 5-Door

Low Mileage

£29,991

2L
23.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Sinclair Audi Bridgend

01656335469 *

0/5 Stars

Audi S3TFSI 310 PS S tronic Automatic 4-Door

£29,991

2L
41.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Sinclair Audi Bridgend

01656335469 *

0/5 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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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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Is the Audi S3 a good family car?

Is the Audi S3 available as an automatic?

Is there a four-wheel drive version available?

242 Used Audi S3 cars for sale

Audi S32015 (15) - 2.0 TFSI quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

Audi S32025 - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Audi S32018 - 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

Audi S32024 - Black Edition TFSI 333 PS S tronic Automatic 4-Door

Audi S3(16) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr (Nav)

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

Audi S32020 - TFSI 310 PS S tronic Automatic 5-Door

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

Audi S32012 - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition 5-Door

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

Audi S32018 - 2.0 TFSI 4-Door

Audi S32014 (64) - 2.0 TFSI S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 4dr

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

Audi S32025 - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Audi S32021 (21) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

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

Audi S32017 (17) - 2.0 TFSI Hatchback 3dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps)

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

Audi S32022 - TFSI 310 PS S tronic Automatic 5-Door

Audi S3TFSI 310 PS S tronic Automatic 4-Door

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