2025 Audi S3 Sedan Trims Comparison
Trim level differences
The 2025 Audi S3 is a small luxury sport sedan available in Premium, Premium Plus and Prestige trim levels. All models are powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 328 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque. A seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and all-wheel drive are standard. The related Audi A3 is reviewed separately on Edmunds. Keep reading for our breakdown of the S3's significant standard features and options.
Which S3 trim does Edmunds recommend?
We recommend the midrange Premium Plus trim for the best value of the S3 lineup. For a reasonable price increase, you get a lot of desirable items that include adaptive cruise control, keyless entry, a wireless charging pad and additional safety features.
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Vehicle | S3 Premium | S3 Premium Plus | S3 Prestige |
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Vehicle | Editors' Pick Premium Plus 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM
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Section Title | Features | Features | Features |
Bluetooth | standard | standard | standard |
Navigation | Not Available | optional | standard |
Satellite radio | Not Available | standard | standard |
Keyless Ignition | standard | standard | standard |
Cruise control | standard | standard | standard |
Adaptive cruise control | optional | standard | standard |
Parking assistance | standard | standard | standard |
Upholstery | leather/sueded microfiber | leather/sueded microfiber | leather/sueded microfiber |
Heated seats | standard | standard | standard |
Cooled/Ventilated seats | Not available | Not available | Not available |
Folding rear seats | standard | standard | standard |
Sunroof | standard | standard | standard |
Section Title | Specifications | Specifications | Specifications |
Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
Engine power | 328 hp | 328 hp | 328 hp |
Engine torque | 295 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft |
Engine displacement | 2.0 l | 2.0 l | 2.0 l |
Engine configuration | inline 4 | inline 4 | inline 4 |
Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 7-speed automated manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Tire size | 225/40R18 | 225/40R18 | 225/40R18 |
Wheel size | - | - | - |
Wheel type | alloy wheels | alloy wheels | alloy wheels |
Run flat tires | standard | standard | standard |
Section Title | Fuel economy | Fuel economy | Fuel economy |
City/Hwy/Combined MPG | 23 / 31 / 26 MPG | 23 / 31 / 26 MPG | 23 / 31 / 26 MPG |
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
Driving Range (city/hwy) | 334 / 450 miles | 334 / 450 miles | 334 / 450 miles |
Fuel Type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
Section Title | Dimensions | Dimensions | Dimensions |
Turning circle | 36.5 ft. | 36.5 ft. | 36.5 ft. |
Curb weight | 3,549 lb. | 3,549 lb. | 3,549 lb. |
Ground Clearance | - | - | - |
Overall Width with Mirrors | 78.1 in. | 78.1 in. | 78.1 in. |
Overall Width without Mirrors | 71.5 in. | 71.5 in. | 71.5 in. |
Height | 55.7 in. | 55.7 in. | 55.7 in. |
Length | 177.4 in. | 177.4 in. | 177.4 in. |
Wheelbase | 103.6 in. | 103.6 in. | 103.6 in. |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Cargo Space | 8.3 cu. ft. | 8.3 cu. ft. | 8.3 cu. ft. |
Front Head Room | 36.8 in. | 36.8 in. | 36.8 in. |
Front Leg Room | 41.2 in. | 41.2 in. | 41.2 in. |
Front Shoulder Room | 54.8 in. | 54.8 in. | 54.8 in. |
Rear Head Room | 36.6 in. | 36.6 in. | 36.6 in. |
Rear Leg Room | 35.2 in. | 35.2 in. | 35.2 in. |
Rear Shoulder Room | 53.0 in. | 53.0 in. | 53.0 in. |
Section Title | 5-Year Ownership Costs | 5-Year Ownership Costs | 5-Year Ownership Costs |
True Cost to Own® | $68,636 | $70,154 | $73,010 |
Average Cost Per Mile | $0.92 | $0.94 | $0.97 |
Depreciation | $28,496 | $29,316 | $30,914 |
Financing | $10,641 | $11,166 | $11,749 |
Taxes & Fees | $3,878 | $4,051 | $4,243 |
Fuel | $12,836 | $12,836 | $12,836 |
Insurance | $4,756 | $4,756 | $5,239 |
Maintenance | $6,035 | $6,035 | $6,035 |
Repairs | $1,994 | $1,994 | $1,994 |
Section Title | Colors | Colors | Colors |
Interior | Black/Rock Gray Stitching, leather/sueded microfiber | Black Fine Nappa/Rock Gray Stitching, premium leather Black Fine Nappa/Express Red Stitching, premium leather Black/Rock Gray Stitching, leather/sueded microfiber | Black Fine Nappa/Rock Gray Stitching, premium leather Black Fine Nappa/Express Red Stitching, premium leather Black/Rock Gray Stitching, leather/sueded microfiber |
Exterior | Ascari Blue Metallic Mythos Black Metallic Arkona White Glacier White Metallic Navarra Blue Metallic Progressive Red Metallic Daytona Gray Pearl Effect Python Yellow Metallic District Green Metallic | Ascari Blue Metallic Mythos Black Metallic Arkona White Glacier White Metallic Navarra Blue Metallic Progressive Red Metallic Daytona Gray Pearl Effect Python Yellow Metallic District Green Metallic | Ascari Blue Metallic Mythos Black Metallic Arkona White Glacier White Metallic Navarra Blue Metallic Progressive Red Metallic Daytona Gray Pearl Effect Python Yellow Metallic District Green Metallic |