2024 2023

Audi S3

Starts at:

$46,800

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Key specifications

Highlights

Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4

Engine Type

23 City / 32 Hwy

MPG

306 hp

Horsepower

Seating Capacity

Engine

Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4

Engine Type

2.0 L/121

Displacement

306 @ 5450

SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM

295 @ 2000

SAE Net Torque @ RPM

Suspension

Strut

Suspension Type - Front

Multi-Link

Suspension Type - Rear

Strut

Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)

Multi-Link

Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)

Weight & Capacity

15 gal

Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx

N/A

Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx

3,527 lbs

Base Curb Weight

N/A

Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.

Safety

Standard

Stability Control

Standard

Backup Camera

Standard

Automatic Emergency Braking

Entertainment

Standard

Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto®

Electrical

N/A

Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)

380

Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)

Brakes

4-Wheel Disc

Brake Type

4-Wheel

Brake ABS System

N/A

Brake ABS System (Second Line)

Yes

Disc - Front (Yes or )

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Factory warranties

Basic

4 years / 50,000 miles

Corrosion

12 years

Powertrain

4 years / 50,000 miles

Roadside Assistance

4 years

The good & the bad

The good

Responsive steering

User-friendly infotainment system

Plentiful standard features on base trim

Grip with optional AWD

The bad

Transmission hesitation

Firm ride with sport suspension

Some underwhelming cabin materials

Tight backseat

Small trunk

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2023 Audi S3 review: Our expert's take

What Is the 2023 Audi A3?

The Audi A3 is Audi’s smallest and least expensive sedan, but you might not know it from behind the wheel. This little Audi four-door is fun to drive, with sharp steering and an eager 201-horsepower, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder paired to a 48-volt mild-hybrid system. Front-wheel drive and a seven-speed automatic transmission are standard, with all-wheel drive optional (it’s standard on the zestier 306-hp S3 version). If you want even more thrills from Audi’s petite sedan, the RS 3 boasts a 410-hp, turbocharged 2.5-liter five-cylinder that rockets from 0-60 mph in roughly 3.6 seconds. Competitors of the A3/S3/RS 3 include the Acura Integra, BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe, Cadillac CT4 and Genesis G70.

What’s New on the 2023 Audi A3?

After a 2022 redesign, the A3 enters 2023 with only minor updates. Every A3 is now equipped with LED headlights and upgraded armrests, and the range-topping Prestige trim has been dropped. Adaptive cruise control is now a stand-alone option on the base A3 and S3.

What Features in the 2023 Audi A3 Are Most Important?

Standard features include:

10.1-inch touchscreen
Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Tri-zone climate control
Automatic high-beam headlights
Rain-sensing wipers
Leather seating surfaces
Panoramic moonroof
Heated front seats
Power-adjustable front seats

Available features include:

Wireless smartphone charging
Blind spot warning
Rear cross-traffic alert
Satellite radio
Navigation
12.3-inch Virtual Cockpit digital gauge cluster
Head-up instrument display
Sport exhaust system

Should I Buy the 2023 Audi A3?

The A3 is a small, well-rounded luxury sedan that’s a zippy little runabout — or a pint-sized performance monster if you opt for the RS 3. Keep in mind, though, that version carries a hefty asking price of around $62,000. Space up front is decent, and the dash design is attractive. Adults relegated to the backseat, however, won’t want to be back there for extended voyages. The trunk is also modest, though many car shoppers will appreciate the A3’s city-friendly proportions, as well as the entry-level trim’s fuel-sipping nature.