The Audi S3 and Volkswagen Golf GTI occupy similar territory on paper: compact, sporty hatchbacks that deliver engaging ...

Audi introduced the facelifted version of the A3’s fourth generation in early 2024, and along with that, it also unveiled its punchier brother, the S3, which was available as a sedan and as a ...

What You Learn is a recurring look at the cars passing through R&T's test fleet. Sometimes you'll learn a lot about the car, other times, not so much. But it'll always be a succinct take on something ...

Audi facelifted the entire A3 lineup at the beginning of 2024, and it also refreshed the S3 versions, which were available as sedans and five-door hatchbacks. The German car manufacturer introduced ...

The 2025 Audi S3 adds real performance tech from the powerful RS3, but still swims in its A3 roots. In many ways, the 2025 Audi S3 has moved even more towards the center, bridging the gap between the ...

Audi claims the S3's 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine feeds charge to a revised turbo that maintains a constant rpm in part-load conditions, promising quicker response when the throttle is pegged. In ...

The 2022 S3's performance figures and thoroughly upscaled underpinnings make us think Audi is on track to make this sport sedan the best it's ever been. Like the previous S3, the 2022 model is powered ...

Audi is close to launching an updated version of the current A3 compact sedan and hatchback, and updates are also planned for the performance-oriented models in the range, the S3 and RS 3. Audi on ...

Nigel first entered the world of automotive journalism in the mid-80s, working for what was then the “bible” of weekly automotive content - Motoring News. Those were the days of tip-tap typewriters, ...

Colorado is an interesting place to offer a “first drive” of a new automobile as the topography and climate present countless unforeseen challenges. So, I have to assume that Audi was fully aware that ...

HIGHS Entertaining handling, responsive powertrain, sophisticated and luxurious interior. LOWS Limited trunk space, some road noise at higher speeds, not quite as raucous as the RS3. VERDICT Audi ...