About the Audi S3
- Production
- 2020–2026 (6 years)
- Generations
- 15 generations, across 10 model years
- Body type
- hatchback
- Transmission
- 6-speed manual or S-Tronic
- Recall campaigns
- 15 campaigns across 7 model years (US-NHTSA)
- Latest MSRP (2026, US)
- $27,900–$39,400 USD est.
Overview
The Audi S3 is a hatchback produced from 2020 to 2026. Our catalog covers 15 generations of the S3 across 10 model years, with detailed specifications for every trim. For the most recent year on record, the estimated price is $27,900–$39,400 USD. 15 safety recall campaigns have been recorded with the U.S. NHTSA — the year pages below break these down.
Reviews on YouTube (3)
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Audi S3: 3 Reasons to Buy it (And 1 Reason to Walk Away)
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Audi S3 review: 0-60mph + 1/4-mile tested... and almost crashed on Autobahn!?!
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1st Drive New Audi S3, is it worth £47k....? 2024 Hot Hatch.
Curated YouTube reviews. Clicking opens video on youtube.com.
Generations
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audi-s3-sportback-8y 2020–2024
2020–2024 | Hatchback | length 4351 mm, width 1816 mm, height 1438 mm, wheelbase 2630 mm | Engines: 2.0 TFSI (310 Hp) quattro S tronic
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audi-s3-sedan-8y 2020–2024
2020–2024 | Sedan | length 4504 mm, width 1816 mm, height 1415 mm, wheelbase 2630 mm | Engines: 2.0 TFSI (310 Hp) quattro S tronic
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audi-s3-sportback-8v-facelift-2016 2016–2020
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
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audi-s3-sedan-8v-facelift-2016 2016–2020
2016–2020 | Sedan | length 4466 mm, width 1796 mm, height 1392 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
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audi-s3-cabriolet-8v-facelift-2016 2016–2020
2016–2020 | Cabriolet | length 4431 mm, width 1793 mm, height 1388 mm, wheelbase 2596 mm | Engines: 2.0 TFSI (310 Hp) quattro S tronic, 2.0 TFSI (300 Hp) quattro S tronic
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audi-s3-8v-facelift-2016 2016–2018
2016–2018 | Hatchback | length 4252 mm, width 1777 mm, height 1401 mm, wheelbase 2596 mm | Engines: 2.0 TFSI (310 Hp) quattro S tronic, 2.0 TFSI (310 Hp) quattro
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audi-s3-cabriolet-8v 2014–2016
2014–2016 | Cabriolet | length 4434 mm, width 1793 mm, height 1388 mm, wheelbase 2596 mm | Engines: 2.0 TFSI (300 Hp) quattro S tronic
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audi-s3-sportback-8v 2013–2016
2013–2016 | Hatchback | length 4324 mm, width 1785 mm, height 1404 mm, wheelbase 2631 mm | Engines: 2.0 TFSI (300 Hp) quattro S tronic, 2.0 TFSI (300 Hp) quattro
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audi-s3-sedan-8v 2013–2016
2013–2016 | Sedan | length 4469 mm, width 1796 mm, height 1392 mm, wheelbase 2631 mm | Engines: 2.0 TFSI (300 Hp) quattro S tronic, 2.0 TFSI (300 Hp) quattro, 2.0 TFSI (292 Hp) quattro S tronic
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audi-s3-8v 2013–2016
2013–2016 | Hatchback | length 4254 mm, width 1777 mm, height 1401 mm, wheelbase 2596 mm | Engines: 2.0 TFSI (300 Hp) quattro S tronic, 2.0 TFSI (300 Hp) quattro
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audi-s3-sportback-8pa 2008–2012
2008–2012 | Hatchback | length 4302 mm, width 1765 mm, height 1402 mm, wheelbase 2578 mm | Engines: 2.0 TFSI (265 Hp) quattro S tronic, 2.0 TFSI (265 Hp) quattro, +2 more; up to 265 Hp
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audi-s3-8p-facelift-2008 2008–2012
2008–2012 | Hatchback | length 4230 mm, width 1765 mm, height 1399 mm, wheelbase 2578 mm | Engines: 2.0 TFSI (265 Hp) quattro S tronic, 2.0 TFSI (265 Hp) quattro, +2 more; up to 265 Hp
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audi-s3-8p 2006–2008
2006–2008 | Hatchback | length 4214 mm, width 1765 mm, height 1399 mm, wheelbase 2578 mm | Engines: 2.0 TFSI (265 Hp) quattro
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audi-s3-8l-facelift-2001 2001–2003
2001–2003 | Hatchback | length 4159 mm, width 1763 mm, height 1415 mm, wheelbase 2519 mm | Engines: 1.8 T (225 Hp) quattro
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audi-s3-8l 1998–2000
1998–2000 | Hatchback | length 4159 mm, width 1763 mm, height 1415 mm, wheelbase 2519 mm | Engines: 1.8 T (210 Hp) quattro
Years & trims
Frequently asked questions
What years was the Audi S3 made?
The Audi S3 was produced from 2020 to 2026, which is 10 model years in our catalog.
How many generations of the Audi S3 are there?
Our catalog tracks 15 generations of the S3, spread across 10 model years.
How much does a Audi S3 cost?
The latest estimated price for the Audi S3 is $27,900–$39,400 USD. This estimate is derived from the model's segment and specifications, so always confirm the real figure with an authorized dealer.
What kind of car is the Audi S3?
The Audi S3 is a hatchback.
Does the Audi S3 have any recalls?
15 recall campaigns have been reported to the U.S. NHTSA across 7 model years. Open the relevant year page for the campaign number, affected components, and the remedy.
Where can I watch Audi S3 reviews?
We feature 3 hand-picked video reviews of the S3 from YouTube on this page.