Audi S3 is a five-seat small-size vehicle in the Luxury Sedan category. For the 2018 model year, there are two trim-lines to choose from, both with the same 2.0L Inline-4 Turbo engine that produces 292 horsepower, which is enough for the 3,462 lbs. sedan to reach 60 mph from zero in just 4.7 seconds. EPA-estimated annual premium gasoline expense is $2,800, which over the course of five years will cost you $3,500 in extra fuel spending. It has a 5-stars overall crash safety rating by NHTSA. 2018 Audi S3 2.0 TFSI Premium Plus can be leased from $409 per month.
According to research by Vehie.com, auto brokers currently offer special lease program on 2018 Audi S3 2.0 TFSI Premium Plus starting from $409 a month with $2,999 due at signing.
2018 S3 has a relatively short wheelbase ( 103.6 in) on a narrower body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively lighter with curb weight of 3462 lbs.
2018 S3 seats five adults. On first-row passenger room it falls below average on all four measurements: legs, shoulders, hips, and head room. When it comes to second-row passenger room, S3 falls below average on all four measurements: legs, shoulders, hips, and head room. Trunk volume is smaller than average with 10.0 cu. ft.
Trim | 2018 S3 2.0 TFSI Premium Plus quattro | 2018 S3 2.0 TFSI Prestige quattro |
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Starging MSRP | $43,650 | $48,950 |
Engine | 2.0L Inline-4 Turbo | 2.0L Inline-4 Turbo |
HP | 292 hp | 292 hp |
Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
0-60 mph | 4.7 sec | 4.7 sec |
City | 22 MPG | 22 MPG |
Highway | 28 MPG | 28 MPG |
Combined | 25 MPG | 25 MPG |
Annual Fuel Cost | $2,800 | $2,800 |
2018 S3 Sedan comes in two trim levels, with an average price that is $48,082 less compared to its rivals. With a lighter body, and on average less powerful engine, S3 has higher-than-average combined fuel economy of 25 mpg.
2018 S3 Sedan has a 5-star NHTSA overall crash safety rating, which is higher than the average among other competing models. Furthermore, it has higher than average ratings for all three crash tests: Front, Side, and Side Plole. Customers have filed four complaints, which is less than the average for its rivals. There is also one recall issued by Audi.