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.

221 Used Audi S3 cars for sale

Audi S32015 (15) - S3 TFSI QUATTRO 4-Door

Low Mileage

£18,995

£370/pm (HP)

29.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Chapelfield Car Sales Ltd

01616946801 *

4.8/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£29,995

£440/pm (PCP)

2L
24.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Evolve Motor Company

01633741704 *

4.5/5 Stars

Audi S32007 (07) - 2.0 TFSI quattro 3dr

Low Mileage

£7,895

2L
103.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Money For Motors North East

01918144238 *

Audi S32015 (65) - 2.0 TFSI Cabriolet S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 2dr

Low Mileage

£12,995

£252/pm (HP)

2L
63.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Convertible

The Car Store

02036176799 *

Audi S32023 (23) - 2.0 TFSI S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 4dr

£30,975

2L
33.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

The Car Co

01618049214 *

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

Low Mileage

£19,999

£390/pm (HP)

2L
55.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Rom Motors Ltd

01455240096 *

Audi S32015 - 2.0 S3 Quattro 4WD 3dr

Low Mileage

£14,945

£293/pm (HP)

2L
63.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Carscierge

01694240555 *

Audi S32024 - 2.0 S3 Black Edition TFSI Quattro SA 4WD 4dr

Low Mileage

£36,995

£739/pm (HP)

2L
11.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Parkland Motors

01509276004 *

4.2/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£19,999

£433/pm (HP)

2L
58.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Sandles Car Supermarket

01553601835 *

4.7/5 Stars

Audi S32026 - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£50,340

10.0
Miles
Not Supplied
Automatic
Hatchback

Preston Audi

01772285533 *

4.8/5 Stars

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

Low Mileage

£17,994

£355/pm (PCP)

2L
56.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

BVG Automotive

01618048253 *

4.8/5 Stars

Audi S32010 (10) - 2.0 TFSi 5-Door

Reduced

£9,490

£178/pm (HP)

2L
74.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

JCT 7 Car Sales Ltd

01922661978 *

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

Reduced

£21,590

£423/pm (HP)

2L
41.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Prestige Cars Agent Group Ltd

02039375221 *

Audi S32025 (64) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

Low Mileage

£12,989

2L
73.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Auto Investments UK Ltd

01162165682 *

Audi S32022 - 2.0 TFSI Saloon 4dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps) - DAB - B

£28,186

2L
39.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Carsa Durham

01388217377 *

0/5 Stars

Audi S32021 - TFSI 5-Door

Reduced

£24,995

£384/pm (PCP)

2L
65.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Phoenix Car Centre

01962670197 *

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

Low Mileage

£24,495

£472/pm (PCP)

2L
46.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

Corner House Garage

01455249073 *

Audi S32016 (33) - 2.0 TFSI Saloon 4dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (Nav) (300 ps)

£14,490

£283/pm (HP)

2L
100.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Saloon

GIGI Automotive LTD

01604215233 *

Audi S32017 (67) - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

Reduced

£17,650

£342/pm (HP)

2L
76.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

DOCKLANDS MOTOR COMPANY LTD

01772957137 *

Audi S32019 (19) - 2.0 TFSI Cabriolet S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 2dr

Reduced

£24,495

£465/pm (PCP)

2L
17.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Convertible

Precision Motor Group

02039537318 *

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.

Used Audi S3 snapshot review

Author: Jack Evans

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

Audi S3 video review

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Used Audi S3 snapshot review

Author: Jack Evans

Pros

Cons

Engines and transmissions

Practicality

Safety

Technology

Which is the most popular engine in the Audi S3?

Which are the most popular trim levels?

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?

221 Used Audi S3 cars for sale

Audi S32015 (15) - S3 TFSI QUATTRO 4-Door

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

Audi S32007 (07) - 2.0 TFSI quattro 3dr

Audi S32015 (65) - 2.0 TFSI Cabriolet S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 2dr

Audi S32023 (23) - 2.0 TFSI S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 4dr

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

Audi S32015 - 2.0 S3 Quattro 4WD 3dr

Audi S32024 - 2.0 S3 Black Edition TFSI Quattro SA 4WD 4dr

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

Audi S32026 - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition Sportback S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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

Audi S32010 (10) - 2.0 TFSi 5-Door

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

Audi S32025 (64) - 2.0 TFSI Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (300 ps)

Audi S32022 - 2.0 TFSI Saloon 4dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (310 ps) - DAB - B

Audi S32021 - TFSI 5-Door

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

Audi S32016 (33) - 2.0 TFSI Saloon 4dr Petrol S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) (Nav) (300 ps)

Audi S32017 (67) - 2.0 TFSI Black Edition S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

Audi S32019 (19) - 2.0 TFSI Cabriolet S Tronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 2dr

Why buy a used Audi S3?

Used Audi S3 snapshot review

Author: Jack Evans

Pros

Cons

Audi S3 video review

Used Audi S3 buying guide

Engines and transmissions

Practicality

Safety

Technology

Used Audi S3 FAQ's

Which is the most popular engine in the Audi S3?

Which are the most popular trim levels?

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?