2020 Audi S3 Sedan

History/Overview

Audi introduced the S3 to North American buyers in 2015, and refreshed this subcompact sport sedan in 2017. For 2020, the S3 is carried forward largely unchanged.

What's New / Key Changes from Last Year

The sole cosmetic change is an upgrade to standard 19-inch wheels from last year's 18s. Other additions to the car's standard features list are detailed below.

Available Trims

The S3 sedan comes in Progressiv and Technik trim levels. Both use a 2.0L turbo four-cylinder engine, a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and Quattro AWD.

Standard Features

Along with its new wheels, the S3 gains standard magnetic ride suspension, passive keyless entry, an anti-theft system with interior motion sensor, front and rear parking sensors, and a first aid kit.

Exterior items include heated side mirrors, sport suspension, lighted door sills, LED headlights, all-weather lights and taillights with dynamic turn signals, rain-sensing wipers, and automatic on/off headlights.

Inside, the S3 comes with leather seating, a panoramic sunroof, a 7.0-inch infotainment display, satellite radio, a smartphone interface with USB connector, aluminum pedals, auto engine start/stop, power-adjustable and heated front seats with lumbar, a colour driver info display, automatic climate control, aluminum dash inlays, and drive modes.

Safety-wise, S3 buyers benefit from a basic forward collision warning system.

Technik trim adds a digital gauge cluster, Audi Connect services, navigation, blind spot monitoring with rear cross traffic alert, an advanced parking system, and a B&O stereo system.

Key Options

Buyers can option a Progressiv model with a navigation package, while both trims offer sport seats with manual controls and lumbar.

Technik can be had with a tech package that bundles adaptive cruise control, active lane keeping assist, automatic high beams, park assist, and forward collision detection with automatic braking.

Among S3's stand-alone options is wireless smartphone charging.

Fuel Economy

Audi rates the S3 sedan's fuel consumption at 10.7/8.0 L/100 km (city/highway)

Competition

S3 competitors include the BMW M240i, the Mercedes-AMG A 35, the Cadillac CT4 V-Series, and, at a lower price point, the Subaru WRX and Volkswagen Golf R.