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2019 Audi S3 Premium Plus

The 2019 Audi S3 Premium Plus 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 $44,500 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 29 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 TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$44,500
MSRP with Destination$45,495
Destination Charge$995
Engine
Engine TypeTurbocharged Inline-4 TFSI
Displacement2 L
Horsepower292 hp @ 5,400 rpm
Torque280 lb-ft @ 1900-5300 rpm
ValvetrainInline four-cylinder turbo direct injection, four valve per cylinder, DOHC
Bore and Stroke82.5 x 92.8
Compression Ratio9.3:1
Injection TypeTurbocharged/FSI
Drivetrain
Drive TypeAll-Wheel Drive (quattro)
Transmission
Transmission7-speed S tronic dual-clutch automatic
Fuel Economy
City22 MPG
Highway29 MPG
Combined25 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium
Tank Capacity14.5 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionS Sport suspension
Rear SuspensionFour-link rear suspension w/ separate springs/shocks
Turning Diameter36.1 ft
Dimensions & Weight
Length175.9 in
Width77.2 in
Height54.8 in
Wheelbase103.6 in
Front Track61.1 in
Rear Track60.1 in
Cargo Volume10 ft³
Curb Weight3,450 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front36.5 in
Headroom Rear36.1 in
Legroom Front41.2 in
Legroom Rear35.1 in
Shoulder Room Front54.8 in
Shoulder Room Rear53 in

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall ★★★★★
Frontal crash ★★★★★
Side crash ★★★★★
Rollover ★★★★★ (10.9 % risk)
Tested variant: 2019 Audi S3 4 DR AWD

Recalls

1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2019 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

2 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2019 Audi S3

Owner Complaints

2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2019 Audi S3. See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Air Bags2
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Mar 4, 2022 · Air Bags
“The contact owns a 2019 Audi S3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V198000 (Air Bags) and the vehicle was taken to the dealer for the recall repair; however, the dealer…”
Nov 22, 2019 · Air Bags
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 AUDI S3. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V474000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS FOR THE RECALL REMEDY WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED…”

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 2019 AUDI S3. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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