The 2018 Audi S3 has a low safety risk profile with 1 recall campaigns and 5 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

21V1980002021-22-03

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Audi S3 Sedan, A3 Sedan, 2016-2018 A3 Etron, 2017-2020 RS3 Sedan, and 2015-2019 A3 Cabriolet vehicles. The passenger occupant detection system (PODS) may malfunction and switch off the passenger air bag even when the seat is occupied.

A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 5 owners have filed complaints about the 2018 Audi S3. POWER TRAIN issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Power Train2

02Fuel/propulsion System1

03Air Bags1

04Unknown Or Other,fuel/propulsion System,visibility/wiper1

5 total across 1 model years (2018–2018)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Audi S3 Fuel Economy

25mpg combined

22city

28hwy

$3,250/yr

With 25 MPG combined, the 2018 Audi S3 keeps things simple on fuel costs.

S3 - Automatic (AM-S7)

25mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

22 city28 hwy~$3,250/yr5/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2018 Audi S3

33States

34%in top 3

12% of the market sits in California, though listings span 33 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

CACalifornia

6412%

FLFlorida

6212%

TXTexas

5611%

COColorado

295%

NYNew York

295%

NJNew Jersey

285%

ILIllinois

245%

GAGeorgia

204%

WAWashington

173%

PAPennsylvania

173%

DEDelaware

163%

AZArizona

163%

UTUtah

122%

CT10

DC10

MIMichigan

102%

MDMaryland

92%

NHNew Hampshire

92%

NC9

MO9

TN8

MA5

MN5

IN5

OK5

VA4

AR4

NV4

WI4

OH4

OR4

LA4

AL3

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2018.

2018 Audi S3 Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2018 Audi S3 a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2018 Audi S3. There are 1 recall to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2018 Audi S3?

NHTSA shows 1 recall campaign for the 2018 Audi S3. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 2018 Audi S3?

The 2018 Audi S3 is EPA-rated at 25 MPG combined, consistent regardless of trim. See the fuel economy breakdown for city and highway splits.

What are common problems with the 2018 Audi S3?

POWER TRAIN problems top the list with 5 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.