The 2017 Audi S3 is documented here with 1 trim and full specifications. It belongs to the audi-s3-sportback-8v-facelift-2016 generation (2016–2020). Performance figures reach up to 310 hp, a top speed of 250 km/h, and 0–100 km/h in as little as 4.5 s. The most efficient trim returns 9.8 L/100 km combined.
2017 S3 at a glance
- Max power
- 310 hp
- Top speed
- up to 250 km/h
- 0–100 km/h
- from 4.50 sec
- Best fuel economy
- 9.8 L/100km combined
- Lowest CO₂
- 232 g/km
- Length
- 4322 mm
About the audi-s3-sportback-8v-facelift-2016 generation
2016–2020 | Hatchback | length 4322 mm, width 1785 mm, height 1404 mm, wheelbase 2631 mm | Engines: 2.0 TFSI (310 Hp) quattro S tronic, 2.0 TFSI (310 Hp) quattro, 2.0 TFSI (300 Hp) quattro S tronic
Produced 2016–2020. See all generations →
Recalls & safety notices (2)
Source: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration). Applicable to US-market 2017 Audi S3 vehicles.
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21V198000 AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER 2021-03-22
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Audi S3 Sedan, A3 Sedan, 2016-2018 A3 Etron, 2017-2020 RS3 Sedan, and 2015-2019 A3 Cabriolet vehicles. The passenger occupant detection system (PODS) may malfunction and switch off the passenger air bag even when the seat is occupied.
Consequence: A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the PODS sensor mat and update the PODS control module, free of charge. Owners letters were mailed December 23, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69BY.
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17V196000 AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION 2017-03-22
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Audi A3 and S3 Sedan vehicles. In a lower-speed crash situation, the air bag control unit software may deploy the passenger frontal air bag improperly if the front seat passenger is sitting on the edge of the seat or is laying in the seat with the seat reclined. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence: If the air bag deploys with more force than intended, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will update the air bag control module software, free of charge. The recall began April 20, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69Q3.
Frequently asked questions
How powerful is the 2017 Audi S3?
The 2017 Audi S3 produces up to 310 hp across its trims, with a top speed of 250 km/h.
Is the 2017 Audi S3 fuel efficient?
The most efficient 2017 S3 trim returns about 9.8 L/100 km in combined driving.
Are there recalls on the 2017 Audi S3?
Yes — 2 recall campaigns from the U.S. NHTSA are listed for the 2017 Audi S3 below, including the affected component and the official remedy.