DecodedCars2023 Audi S3
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2023 models.
- Class
- Subcompact Cars
- Body styles
- Sedan Tfsi Quattro
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 26 combined · 23 city / 32 hwy
- Length
- 177.2 in
- Curb weight
- 3,483 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
Nothing stands out against similar models in the data.
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 14 similar 2023 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2023 Audi S3 is a subcompact car offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 177 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 104-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,483 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 26 MPG combined (23 city / 32 highway), 12% better than the 2023 subcompact car average of 23.3 MPG, for an estimated $3,150 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 1 recall campaign on file.
What changed for 2023
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2022 S3 — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2022; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2022 S3 →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sedan Tfsi Quattro | 177.2 in | 71.7 in | 56.3 in | 103.5 in | 61 / 60.2 in | 3,483 lb |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S3 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 23 / 32 / 26 | +12% | $3,150 | 334 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2023 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2023 Audi S3.
Similar 2023 subcompact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Audi S3 (this car) | 26 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2023 BMW 3 Series | 29 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2023 Tesla Model 3 | 358 mi | ★★★★★ | 12 |
| 2023 Audi A3 | 32 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2023 Audi A5 | 28 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2023 Acura Integra | 33 MPG | ★★★★★ | 2 |
| 2023 BMW 2 Series | 29 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (1)
Equipment › Other › Labels · Dec 7, 2022
NHTSA campaign 22V901000 · 297 vehicles
- Problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 Audi S3, RS3, and A3 vehicles. The Safety Certification label on the B-pillar is missing weight capacity information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
- Risk
- Missing weight information may result in unintentional overloading of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Audi dealers will install an overlay label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 27, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 50ZZ.
Not every 2023 Audi S3 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2023 Audi S3 in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2023 Audi S3 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2023 Audi S3. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other S3 years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 S3 | 26 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 S3 | 26 | 177.2 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 S3 | 26 | 177.2 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 S3 | 26 | 177.2 in | Not rated | 0 | 2 |
| 2022 S3 | 27 | 177.2 in | Not rated | 7 | 2 |
| 2020 S3 | 25 | 176 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 1 |
| 2019 S3 | 25 | 176 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 2 |
| 2018 S3 | 25 | 176 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 5 |
| 2017 S3 | 24 | 176 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 9 |
| 2016 S3 | 26 | 176 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 14 |
| 2015 S3 | 26 | 176 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 53 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Audi. How we calculate this →