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2023 Audi S3 review

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Audi S3 highlights

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Pros

  • Exciting performance and handling
  • Comfortable and well-equipped interior
  • Compact body helps with parking and maneuverability

Cons

  • Relatively small trunk
  • Some functions are hard to find 
  • Certain driver convenience tech is not standard

Mileage (EPA estimate)

23 city, 32 highway, 27 combined

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A sporty car for daily use

For the perfect blend of comfortable daily driving and exciting performance, the 2023 Audi S3 hits just the right balance. Positioned between the standard A3 and the top-end RS3, the S3 provides a spritely engine and a dynamic driving experience, without sacrificing all the comfort and practicality you could want from a midsize sedan. A roomy cabin, a packed feature list, and a litany of tech equipment make the 2023 S3 a very compelling choice if you’re looking for an exciting sports car you can live with and use every day.

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What is new for the 2023 Audi S3?

  • S3 trims have been upgraded with Sunroof(s), Automated Parking, and Run Flat Tires as standard equipment this year.
  • The Premium trim now comes with Rear Spoiler and Auxiliary Audio Input as standard equipment.
  • The Prestige trim now comes with Air Conditioning, Blind Spot Monitor, Smart Key, Memory Seat(s), Rear Spoiler, and Auxiliary Audio Input as standard equipment.
  • The Premium Plus trim now comes with Overhead Airbags, Power Hatch/Deck Lid, Bluetooth Technology, and Satellite Radio Ready as standard equipment.

2023 Audi S3 trims

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Premium Plus:

  • 306-hp, 295-lb-ft of torque 2.0L
  • Side Airbags
  • Automated Cruise Control
  • Rear Defroster
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Traction Control
  • Panoramic Sunroof
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Power Seats
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5 reasons to buy the 2023 Audi S3

1. Punchy standard engine offers sharp acceleration 

The beating heart of the 2023 Audi S3 is a 2.0L turbocharged four-cylinder engine, producing a stout 306 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque. This punchy powerplant is paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, with power going to all four wheels as needed thanks to the standard Quattro AWD. All of this forms an exciting package and means the 2023 Audi S3 can go from zero to 60 mph in 4.6 seconds — enough to surprise those around you the next time you put your foot down away from the lights.  

2. Exciting handling 

Straight-line performance is one thing, but the 2023 Audi S3 comes to life on a winding twisty road. Its relatively compact dimensions allow for agile handling and excellent maneuverability, and the all-wheel-drive system helps with grip and acceleration out of the corners. To enhance the driving experience, Premium Plus and Prestige models can be found with the S Sport package, which adds sports suspension with active dampers. This not only sharpens the handling but also helps provide a smooth ride for when you just want to cruise in comfort.  

3. Small on the outside, big on the inside 

It might not look like the largest vehicle around, but step inside the 2023 Audi S3 and you’ll find a spacious interior that belies its compact sedan roots. There’s seating for five inside the cabin, with 41.2 inches of front seat legroom and 35.2 inches of rear seat legroom for your passengers to stretch out into. Behind the rear seats, you get a useful 8.3 cu-ft of cargo volume in the trunk, ideal for weekly groceries and holiday luggage — if you need a bit more storage space, the rear seats can be folded flat.  

4. Stacked feature list 

The 2023 Audi S3 boasts an impressively lengthy feature list, full of desirable tech options and equipment across three separate trim levels. Standard on Premium models, you'll find front seats, a 10.1-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto wireless integration, a digital instrument panel, and driver convenience tech like forward collision mitigation and lane departure warning. Moving up to the Premium Plus trim adds adaptive cruise control and lane-keeping assist, and the top-line Prestige trim rounds things off with a navigation system and Bang & Olufsen® premium sound system. 

5. Well-equipped cabin 

Not only is the 2023 Audi S3’s cabin nicely spacious, but it's also very well kitted out for luxury equipment and features. And even better, a lot of this equipment comes as standard. Base Premium models have a panoramic sunroof, three-zone automatic climate control, heated front seats, and leather upholstery throughout, allowing you and your passengers to enjoy every mile of the journey. For an extra touch of class, the Premium Plus trim adds a wireless charging pad, with premium leather upholstery also available as a standalone upgrade. 

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Ratings & reliability

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Above Average

RepairPal gave the Audi S3 an overall reliability rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Audi S3 14th out of 25 among Luxury Compact Cars.

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Audi S3 features and specs

Premium 4WD/AWD 4D Sedan

Standard Features

  • 4WD/AWD
  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alloy Wheels
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Android Auto
  • Apple CarPlay
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • Cruise Control
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Leather Seats
  • Parking Sensors
  • Power Hatch/Deck Lid
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear Spoiler
  • Rear View Camera
  • Remote Start
  • Run Flat Tires
  • Side Airbags
  • Sunroof(s)
  • Traction Control
  • Turbo Charged Engine
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Memory Seat(s)
  • Satellite Radio Ready

Drive Wheels

All Wheel Drive (4WD/AWD)

Engine size

2.0L

Horsepower

306

Torque (ft-lbs)

295

Engine type

Turbo Gas

Fuel capacity

14.5

Wheelbase

103.5"

Overall length

177.3"

Width

71.5"

Height

55.7"

Leg room

F 41.2"/R 35.2"

Head room

F 36.8"/R 36.6"

Front tires

P225/40YR18

Rear tires

P225/40YR18

Seating capacity

5

Transmission

Automatic

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