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Used 2020 Audi S3 Sedan Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2020 Audi S3 is offered in two trim levels: Premium and Premium Plus. They are pretty similarly equipped but, as the name suggests, the Premium Plus offers more standard features and equipment. All S3s have a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (288 hp, 280 lb-ft) that's shared with other Audi models. That power is put to the ground through a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and standard all-wheel drive.

Standard features for the Premium include 18-inch wheels with summer performance tires, keyless ignition and entry, LED headlights, a panoramic sunroof, dual-zone automatic climate control, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, heated front seats and full leather upholstery.

For the Premium Plus model, you get all that plus a wireless charging pad, an upgraded Bang & Olufsen sound system, rear USB ports, blind-spot monitoring, and more power adjustments for the front seats.

For both trim levels Audi offers an S Sport package that adds red-painted brake calipers and an adaptive suspension. For the Premium Plus only, you also can find packages offering sport seats, adaptive cruise control, integrated navigation and the Virtual Cockpit, a slick fully digital instrument cluster.

Which S3 trim does Edmunds recommend?

Of the two available trims, we suggest going with the top-level Premium Plus. It's marginally more expensive than the base Premium model but includes more standard equipment such as an upgraded audio system and more USB ports. It also opens up more available options compared to the Premium.

Compare trims side-by-side

Comparing average pricing near
Columbus, IN
Vehicle
S3 Premium
S3 Premium Plus
Vehicle
Premium
2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM
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Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
Navigation
Not Available
optional
Satellite radio
standard
standard
Keyless Ignition
standard
standard
Cruise control
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
Not Available
optional
Parking assistance
optional
standard
Upholstery
leather
leather
Heated seats
standard
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
Not available
Not available
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
Sunroof
standard
standard
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Specifications

Specifications

Drivetrain
all wheel drive
all wheel drive
Engine power
288 hp @ 5,400 rpm
288 hp @ 5,400 rpm
Engine torque
280 lb-ft @ 1,900 rpm
280 lb-ft @ 1,900 rpm
Engine displacement
2.0 l
2.0 l
Engine configuration
inline 4
inline 4
Transmission
7-speed automated manual
7-speed automated manual
Tire size
225/40R18
225/40R18
Wheel size
18 X 7.5-in
18 X 7.5-in
Wheel type
alloy wheels
alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
22 / 29 / 25 MPG
22 / 29 / 25 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
14.5 gal.
14.5 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
319 / 421 miles
319 / 421 miles
Fuel Type
premium unleaded (required)
premium unleaded (required)
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
36.1 ft.
36.1 ft.
Curb weight
3,461 lb.
3,461 lb.
Ground Clearance
Overall Width with Mirrors
77.2 in.
77.2 in.
Overall Width without Mirrors
70.7 in.
70.7 in.
Height
54.8 in.
54.8 in.
Length
175.8 in.
175.8 in.
Wheelbase
103.6 in.
103.6 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
10.0 cu. ft.
10.0 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
36.5 in.
36.5 in.
Front Leg Room
41.2 in.
41.2 in.
Front Shoulder Room
54.8 in.
54.8 in.
Rear Head Room
36.1 in.
36.1 in.
Rear Leg Room
35.1 in.
35.1 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
53.0 in.
53.0 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
$56,775
$57,445
Average Cost Per Mile
$0.76
$0.77
Depreciation
$14,277
$15,297
Financing
$5,430
$5,194
Taxes & Fees
$2,625
$2,511
Fuel
$13,475
$13,475
Insurance
$4,969
$4,969
Maintenance
$8,776
$8,776
Repairs
$7,223
$7,223
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Colors

Colors

Interior
Magma Red w/Anthracite Stitching, leather
Black w/Rock Gray Stitching, leather
Magma Red w/Anthracite Stitching, leather
Rotor Gray w/Anthracite Stitching, premium leather
Black w/Rock Gray Stitching, leather
Black w/Rock Gray Stitching, premium leather
Exterior
Quantum Gray
Daytona Gray Pearl Effect
Ara Blue Crystal Effect
Navarra Blue Metallic
Brilliant Black
Tango Red Metallic
Glacier White Metallic
Nano Gray Metallic
Mythos Black Metallic
Quantum Gray
Daytona Gray Pearl Effect
Ara Blue Crystal Effect
Navarra Blue Metallic
Brilliant Black
Tango Red Metallic
Glacier White Metallic
Nano Gray Metallic
Mythos Black Metallic