Audi S3 — All Years
We have Audi S3 specifications on file for 11 model years, 2015–2026, covering saloon/sedan trims. EPA data lists a single engine, the 2L 4-cyl turbo. Combined fuel economy runs from 29 to 32 mpg (UK) depending on year, engine and transmission. 6 of the 6 rated model years hold an overall 5-star NHTSA rating. Select a year below for full engine, fuel economy, dimensions and safety data.
| Year | Engine(s) | Fuel | MPG (UK) | CO₂ g/km | NHTSA | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2L 4-cyl turbo | Premium Gasoline | 31 | 215 | — | — | — |
| 2025 | 2L 4-cyl turbo | Premium Gasoline | 31 | 214 | — | — | — |
| 2024 | 2L 4-cyl turbo | Premium Gasoline | 31 | 208 | — | 0 | 2 |
| 2023 | 2L 4-cyl turbo | Premium Gasoline | 31 | 208 | — | — | — |
| 2022 | 2L 4-cyl turbo | Premium Gasoline | 32 | 206 | — | 0 | 2 |
| 2020 | 2L 4-cyl turbo | Premium Gasoline | 30 | 222 | 5★ | 1 | 1 |
| 2019 | 2L 4-cyl turbo | Premium Gasoline | 30 | 222 | 5★ | 1 | 2 |
| 2018 | 2L 4-cyl turbo | Premium Gasoline | 30 | 223 | 5★ | 1 | 5 |
| 2017 | 2L 4-cyl turbo | Premium Gasoline | 29 | 232 | 5★ | 2 | 9 |
| 2016 | 2L 4-cyl turbo | Premium Gasoline | 31 | 211 | 5★ | 3 | 14 |
| 2015 | 2L 4-cyl turbo | Premium Gasoline | 31 | 211 | 5★ | 2 | 53 |
Best and Worst Audi S3 Years: What the NHTSA Data Shows
Across the 7 Audi S3 model years from 2015 to 2022 that have NHTSA data, the typical year has about 5 owner complaints on file. These are the extremes:
Fewest owner complaints
Complaint counts are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and rise with how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road, so treat them as a pointer for what to inspect, not a reliability score. Model years after 2022 are left out because they have had little time to accumulate reports. Always check a specific car by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Engine History
- 2L 4-cyl turbo — 2015–2020, 2022–2026
Engines are those EPA lists for each model year; the MPG (UK) column shows the range across configurations where more than one exists.
Frequently Asked Questions
What years is the Audi S3 covered on this site?
We have data for 11 model years of the Audi S3, from 2015 to 2026.
What engines does the Audi S3 come with?
EPA data lists: 2L 4-cyl turbo (2015–2020, 2022–2026).
Which Audi S3 year has the best fuel economy?
The 2022 model returns the highest combined MPG (UK) on record here, at 32 mpg on its most efficient configuration.
Does the Audi S3 have a 5-star NHTSA safety rating?
Yes — the 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 model years hold an overall 5-star NHTSA rating on record here.
Which Audi S3 model years have the most recalls and complaints?
The 2016 model year has the most NHTSA recall campaigns on record (3), and the 2015 has the most owner complaints (53). NHTSA lists no recalls for 2022 and 2024. Counts are from NHTSA as of 6 October 2026 and change over time; complaints are unverified owner reports.
What body style is the Audi S3?
The Audi S3 is classed as a saloon/sedan on this site.
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