Used Audi S3 for SaleNationwide

How much does the Audi S3 cost in today's market?

Used Audi S3 prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Audi S3's current nationwide average price is $37,448, and over the past year it reached a low of $28,479. Recently, prices have come down for the 2016 and 2023 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Audi S3 a good car?

Yes — the Audi S3 earns strong owner approval across the lineup, and the newest expert review describes it as a compact sport sedan that blends performance, comfort, luxury, and technology. The all-generations owner rating is 4.86/5 across every model year in the data.

Expert reviews rate the 2022 model among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs to keep in mind are a slight delay in power delivery, limited cargo space, and higher pricing in upper trims.

36.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Audi S3 models reliable?

Owners consistently rate the Audi S3 highly, and the newest expert review praises its fun-to-drive character, excellent ride quality, and easy-to-use technology. The model also earns credit for delivering a polished everyday driving experience with strong comfort and a well-controlled ride.

• Owners rate the Audi S3 between 4.0 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For long-term ownership, the strongest used buys are the years with the highest owner ratings and the cleanest listing histories.

What should I look for when buying a used Audi S3?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 80.2% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2020 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: frontal collision mitigation, lane-departure warning, and rear parking sensors on the base S3; blind-spot monitoring, lane-keep assist, rear cross-traffic alert, and adaptive cruise control on Premium Plus.
• Infotainment: a smaller touchscreen with physical switches, plus standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity.
• Fuel efficiency: 23 mpg city, 32 mpg highway and 27 mpg in combined driving.

Which Audi S3 trim should I buy?

The 2022 Audi S3 offers these trims:

• Premium: the base trim brings summer tires, LED headlights, a digital instrument cluster, leather upholstery, a sunroof, and heated front seats.
• Premium Plus: this is the best-value trim, adding adaptive cruise control, lane-keep assist, and a wireless charging pad.
• Prestige: this top trim adds a head-up display and upgraded Matrix LED headlights.

What Audi S3 do most buyers choose?

The Audi S3 years with the most listings are 2023, 2024, and 2022.

Higher-volume years tend to draw more shoppers because they usually offer a broader mix of prices, trims, and listing choices. That makes them easier places to compare options and find a good deal.

What is the Audi S3's resale value?

Prices are moving lower for both model years shown, which can work in your favor if you're shopping used. The larger drop points to more room for negotiation on one year, while the smaller decline suggests steadier pricing on the other.

The 2016 and 2023 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Audi S3 safe?

• 2022: 7/10

The base S3 comes standard with frontal collision mitigation, lane-departure warning, and rear parking sensors.

For the safest used buy, the 2022 model posts the highest confirmed score of 7/10.

Should I buy a used Audi S3 now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2023 model is at −7.66% versus a year ago, and the 2016 model is at −1.6%.
• Deal availability: The 2023 model has 39.6% good and great deals, and the 2016 model has 34.8%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2023 model has the most listings at a current average price of $35,906. The Audi S3 offers a balanced mix of sporty handling and everyday comfort.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The 2022 Audi S3 is built for fun, sporting a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that produces 306 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque.
• Tech: A digital instrument cluster is standard, and an upgraded Audi Virtual Cockpit Plus version is available as part of an optional Technology package.
• Safety: Stepping up to the mid-grade Premium Plus trim adds blind-spot monitoring, lane-keep assist, rear cross-traffic alert, and adaptive cruise control.
• Starting price: The 2022 Audi S3 has a starting price of $46,895 for the base Premium trim.

If you're buying used today, the 2023 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 13, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.