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Your vehicleHome›Audi›S3›2026› S3
2026 Audi S3

S3 AWD

Gas AWD MSRP $52,000Compare this trim against anything →

What the S3 adds over the A3 quattro (+$11,900)

SpecA3 quattroS3
Front brake diameter306 mm375 mm
Rear brake diameter272 mm310 mm
Rear brake typesolid discventilated disc
Curb weight (maximum)3461 lbs3549 lbs
Curb weight (minimum)3461 lbs3549 lbs
Horsepower201 hp328 hp
Torque236 lb-ft295 lb-ft
MPG (city)24 mpg23 mpg
MPG (combined)28 mpg26 mpg
MPG (highway)34 mpg31 mpg
Base MSRP (excludes destination)$40,100$52,000
Overall height56.2 in55.7 in
Overall length177.3 in177.4 in
Tire size225/45 R17 91H all-season225/40 R18 92H XL all-season
Final drive ratio4.167 / 3.1254.471 / 3.304
Wheel diameter17 in18 in
Wheelbase103.7 in103.6 in

Standard here, not on the base trim: 0-60 mph (secs.) Est.: 4.4, Compression Ratio :1: 9.3, Curb Weight (lbs.): 3,549, Drag Coefficient (Cd.): 0.31, Driven Wheels: quattro® all-wheel drive with torque splitter, Front Brakes: 375mm (14.1'') x 34mm cross drilled/ventilated, Height (in.): 55.7, Length (in.): 177.4, Peak Power (HP): 328, Peak Torque (lb.-ft): 295, Rear Brakes: 310mm (12.2'') x 22mm ventilated, Steering Ratio :1: 14.5, Tires (Standard): 225/40 R18 92H XL all-season tires, Top Track Speed (mph): 155, Wheelbase (in.): 103.6, Wheels (Standard): 18" 10-spoke star design

Specifications

Source: manufacturer press kit

Brakes

Front brake diameter375 mm
Front brake typeventilated disc
Rear brake diameter310 mm
Rear brake typeventilated disc
Parking brake typeElectro-mechanical

Cargo

Cargo volume behind 2nd row8.3 cu-ft

Dimensions Exterior

Overall height55.7 in
Overall length177.4 in
Overall width71.5 in
Wheelbase103.6 in

Engine Basics

Cylinder count4
Engine displacement1984 cc
Engine type (full description)2.0L TFSI 4 cyl
Valve configurationDOHC 16-Valve

Engine Output

Horsepower328 hp
Torque295 lb-ft

Fuel Economy

MPG (city)23 mpg
MPG (combined)26 mpg
MPG (highway)31 mpg

Fuel System

Fuel tank capacity14.5 gal

Headroom

Front headroom36.8 in
Third-row headroom36.6 in

Legroom

Front legroom41.2 in
Third-row legroom35.2 in

Pricing

Base MSRP (excludes destination)$52,000

Seating

Passenger seating capacity5

Shoulder Room

Front shoulder room54.8 in
Third-row shoulder room53 in

Steering

Steering typeElectromechanical steering with speed-dependent power assistance
Turning radius (curb-to-curb)36.5 ft

Suspension

Front suspension typeMcpherson strut front axle
Rear suspension typeFour-link rear suspension

Tires

Tire size225/40 R18 92H XL all-season

Transmission

Final drive ratio4.471 / 3.304
Transmission speeds7
Transmission typeS-tronic

Weights

Curb weight (maximum)3549 lbs
Curb weight (minimum)3549 lbs

Wheels

Wheel diameter18 in

Standard & optional equipment

Source: manufacturer press kit

Safety2 std · 0 opt

  • Anti-Lock Braking System, All Four Wheels, with Electronic Brake Force Distribution
  • Standard Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

Convenience4 std · 0 opt

  • Base MSRP (USD): $40,100 / $52,000 / $66,100
  • Destination and Delivery (USD): $1,395
  • Limited Warranty - Comprehensive: 4 year / 50,000 mi whichever occurs first
  • Limited Warranty - Powertrain: 4 year / 50,000 mi whichever occurs first

Seating1 std · 0 opt

  • Seating: 5

Interior7 std · 0 opt

  • EPA Class: Midsize Car AWD
  • Headroom, Front (in.): 36.8
  • Headroom, Rear (in.): 36.6
  • Legroom, Front (in.): 41.2
  • Legroom, Rear (in.): 35.2
  • Shoulder Room, Front (in.): 54.8

Exterior9 std · 4 opt

  • Curb Weight (lbs.): 3,549
  • Drag Coefficient (Cd.): 0.31
  • Height (in.): 55.7
  • Length (in.): 177.4
  • Overall Width with Mirrors (in.): 78.1
  • Overall Width without Mirrors (in.): 71.5

Powertrain20 std · 0 opt

  • quattro® all-wheel drive
  • 0-60 mph (secs.) Est.: 4.4
  • Bore (mm): 82.5
  • Compression Ratio :1: 9.3
  • Cylinder Head: Aluminum alloy
  • Driven Wheels: quattro® all-wheel drive with torque splitter

Chassis9 std · 0 opt

  • Body Construction: Unitary steel
  • Front Brakes: 375mm (14.1'') x 34mm cross drilled/ventilated
  • Front Suspension: Mcpherson strut front axle
  • Parking Brake: Electro-mechanical
  • Rear Brakes: 310mm (12.2'') x 22mm ventilated
  • Rear Suspension: Four-link rear suspension

Cargo1 std · 0 opt

  • Cargo Volume, with seatbacks fixed (cu. ft.): 8.3

Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.

Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2026 S3. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.

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Common questions about the S3

Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kits

How much is the 2026 Audi S3 S3?

The manufacturer lists $52,000 for the 2026 Audi S3 S3. That is $11,900 above the A3 quattro, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.

What does the 2026 Audi S3 S3 add over the A3 quattro?

Against the A3 quattro, 16 features become standard that the A3 quattro does not and 17 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.