2018 Audi S3 Prestige
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- Photo: 2019 Audi S3 Technik in Black, Front Right, 04-03-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2017 Audi S3 Front by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2017 Audi S3 8V Sedan IMG 6104 by Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2017 Audi S3 (8V MY17) quattro sedan (2018-10-01) 01 by EurovisionNim, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2017 Audi S3 Rear by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2018 Audi S3 Prestige is a 292-hp 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 with a 7-speed s tronic dual-clutch automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $48,950 MSRP and is rated at 25 mpg combined.
It makes 292 horsepower at 5,400 rpm and 280 lb-ft of torque at 1900-5300 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 22 mpg city and 28 mpg highway (25 mpg combined).
The S3 measures 175.9 inches long on a 103.6-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,450 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $48,950 |
| MSRP with Destination | $49,925 |
| Destination Charge | $975 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Turbocharged Inline-4 TFSI |
| Displacement | 2 L |
| Horsepower | 292 hp @ 5,400 rpm |
| Torque | 280 lb-ft @ 1900-5300 rpm |
| Valvetrain | Inline four-cylinder turbo direct injection, four valve per cylinder, DOHC |
| Bore and Stroke | 82.5 x 92.8 |
| Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 |
| Injection Type | Turbocharged/FSI |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | All-Wheel Drive (quattro) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 7-speed S tronic dual-clutch automatic |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 22 MPG |
| Highway | 28 MPG |
| Combined | 25 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium |
| Tank Capacity | 14.5 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | S Sport suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Four-link rear suspension w/ separate springs/shocks |
| Turning Diameter | 36.1 ft |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 175.9 in |
| Width | 77.2 in |
| Height | 54.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 103.6 in |
| Front Track | 61.1 in |
| Rear Track | 60.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 10 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,450 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 36.5 in |
| Headroom Rear | 36.1 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.2 in |
| Legroom Rear | 35.1 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 54.8 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 53 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (10.9 % risk) |
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2018 Audi S3. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Mar 22, 2021 · AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
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.
NHTSA campaign 21V198000
5 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2018 Audi S3
Owner Complaints
5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2018 Audi S3. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2018 AUDI S3. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.