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    2016 Audi S3

    Used from

    $61,100 excl. on-roads

    CarExpert Rating

    Safety Rating

    NA

    Warranty

    3 year

    Fuel Efficiency

    6.9 - 7.1 L / 100km

    About the Audi S3

    Last updated Dec 18, 2024

    The 2016 Audi S3's used prices in Australia typically range from $26,500 for the 2.0 Tfsi S Tronic Quattro variant and topping out at $35,400 for the 2.0 Tfsi Quattro.

    There are 3 variants of the S3 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in January of 2016.

    Engine options include 2.0L turbo petrol (213kW/380Nm) and 2.0L turbo petrol (210kW/380Nm). Available with 7 speed auto s tronic, 6 speed auto direct shift or 6 speed manual transmissions. All variants feature all-wheel drive.

    The 2016 S3 was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.

    2016 Audi S3 Specs

    See our comprehensive details for the Audi S3

    Base

    • Air conditioning
      • Air Conditioning Type: Fully-auto
      • Climate Control Number Of Zones: 2
    • Airbags
      • Number Of: 5
      • Number Of: 7
    • Alternate suspension
      • Type: Sport
    • Anti collision system
      • Driver Monitor
      • Visual/acoustic Warning
    • Audio system
      • Digital Media Card
      • Disc Player Reads Mp3
      • In-dash Cd
      • In-dash Dvd
      • Radio: Am/fm
    • Bluetooth
      • Includes Music Streaming
      • Includes Phone Control
    • Cargo area cover/rear parcel shelf
      • Type: Rigid
    • Connection to ext.entertainment devices
      • Aux Jack Front
      • Usb Connection Front
      • Ipod Front
    • Convertible rollover protection
      • Type: Concealed System
    • Convertible roof
      • Glass Rear Window
      • Operation: Electric
    • Display screen
      • Number: 1
      • Screen Size (in): 7.0
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Colour: Alloy
      • Indicator Lights
      • Type: Electrically Adjustable
    • Driver modes
      • Includes Engine Mapping
      • Includes Steering
    • Entertainment display screen
      • Dvd
      • Screen Size (in): 7.0
    • Front seat
      • Electrically Adjustable
      • Heated
      • Height Type: Electric
      • Height Type: Manual
      • Lumbar Type: Electric
      • Number Of Electrical Adjustments: 8
      • Number Of Electrical Adjustments: None
      • Reach Type: Electric
      • Reach Type: Manual
      • Reclining Type: Electric
      • Reclining Type: Manual
      • Thigh Support Type: Electric
      • Type: Sports
    • Head rests
      • Number: 2
      • Number: 3
    • Headlight control
      • Dusk Sensor
      • Height Adjustable
      • Height Adjustment: Automatic
    • Headlights
      • Bulb Type (high Beam): Bi-xenon
      • Bulb Type (low Beam): Bi-xenon
      • Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
    • Internal Memory /HD
      • Storage Capacity (gb): 20.00
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 39.4
      • Headroom Front (in): 39.6
      • Headroom Front (in): 40.2
      • Headroom Front: 1000
      • Headroom Front: 1006
      • Headroom Front: 1021
      • Headroom Rear (in): 36.3
      • Headroom Rear (in): 36.4
      • Headroom Rear (in): 37.6
      • Headroom Rear: 921
      • Headroom Rear: 924
      • Headroom Rear: 955
      • Hip Room Front (in): 54.8
      • Hip Room Front (in): 57.2
      • Hip Room Front: 1392
      • Hip Room Front: 1453
      • Hip Room Rear (in): 45.7
      • Hip Room Rear (in): 56.0
      • Hip Room Rear: 1162
      • Hip Room Rear: 1422
      • Hip Room Rear: 1423
      • Shoulder Room Front (in): 54.8
      • Shoulder Room Front (in): 57.8
      • Shoulder Room Front: 1392
      • Shoulder Room Front: 1468
      • Shoulder Room Rear (in): 47.4
      • Shoulder Room Rear (in): 52.9
      • Shoulder Room Rear (in): 53.0
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1203
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1344
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1345
    • Luxury trim
      • On Dash: Alloy
      • On Dash: Alloy Look
      • On Doors: Alloy
      • On Doors: Alloy Look
      • On Gear Selector: Leather
      • On Gearknob: Leather
      • On Handbrake Grip: None
    • Multi-function display screen
      • Number: 1
      • Screen Size (in): 7.0
    • Navigational systems
      • Controls: Knobs/touch Buttons
      • Information Type: 3d And Voice
      • Screen Size (in): 7.0
    • Paint
      • Type: Gloss
    • Parking assistance
      • Type: Full Automatic Parking
    • Parking distance system
      • Type: Sensor
      • Type: Sensor & Camera
    • Power locks
      • Operation: Card Key
    • Power steering
      • Active Rack
      • Vehicle Speed Proportional
    • Rear door
      • Type: Lifting Gate
    • Rear seats
      • Folding: 40/60
      • Folding: 50/50
      • Seating Capacity: 2
      • Seating Capacity: 3
      • Type: Bench
    • Rear view mirror/camera
      • Auto-dimming
    • Rear view mirror
      • Auto-dimming
    • Rear window
      • Type: Fixed
      • Wipers: Intermittent
    • Remote audio controls
      • Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Leather
      • Main Seat Material: Leather
    • Seating
      • Seating Capacity: 4
      • Seating Capacity: 5
      • Seating Configuration: 2+2
      • Seating Configuration: 2+3
    • Smart card / smart key
      • Includes Keyless Entry
      • Includes Keyless Start
      • Type: Automatic
    • Speakers
      • Number Of: 10
      • Subwoofer
    • Steering wheel
      • Height Adjustment
      • Telescopic Adjustment
      • Type: Leather Covered
    • Vanity mirror
      • Illuminated
    • Ventilation system
      • Digital Display
    • Voice activating system
      • Includes Audio Player
      • Includes Navigation System
      • Includes Phone Functions
    • Windscreen wipers
      • Intermittent Wipe: Automatic
      • Rain Sensor
    See all 2016 Audi S3 Specs

    2016 Audi S3 Dimensions

    1404mm
    1785mm
    4324mm

    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.

    See all 2016 Audi S3 Dimensions

    2016 Audi S3 Towing Capacity

    YearBraked Capacity fromBraked Capacity to
    20131500Kg1500Kg
    20121500Kg1500Kg
    See all Audi S3 Towing Capacity

    2016 Audi S3 Fuel Economy

    There are 6 different fuel economy figures for the Audi S3

    The most fuel efficient Audi S3 is the 2.0 TFSI S TRONIC QUATTRO with a 7 SPEED AUTO S TRONIC which is powered by a 2.0L TURBO DIRECT F/INJ and uses 6.5L of Premium Unleaded Petrol per 100km on the combined cycle.

    The Audi S3 that uses the most amount of fuel is the 2.0 TFSI QUATTRO with a 6 SPEED AUTO DIRECT SHIFT which is powered by a 2.0L TURBO MPFI and uses 7.1L of Premium Unleaded Petrol per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.

    Below is a table of all the Audi S3 variants and their fuel economy figures. Click below the table to see an expansion and additional details, including specific usage for city and highway driving.

    Audi S3Fuel TypeCombined
    2.0L, 6-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, 4x4Premium Unleaded6.9 L/100km
    2.0L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, 4x4Premium Unleaded7.0 L/100km
    2.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, 4x4Premium Unleaded7.1 L/100km
    See all Audi S3 Fuel Economy

    Cost of ownership

    What are the running and servicing costs of a Audi S3?

    The Audi S3 has a recommended service interval of 12 months or 15,000 km, whichever comes first.

    2016 Audi S3 Warranty

    What is the warranty on a Audi S3?

    The Audi S3 offers a 3 year unlimited km warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.

    Audi S3 FAQs

    The cheapest Audi S3 is the 2.0 TFSI S TRONIC QUATTRO that starts from $26,500.

    The most expensive Audi S3 is the 2.0 TFSI QUATTRO that starts from $35,400.

    The best towing capacity of a Audi S3 is null kg offered by the following variants: 2.0 TFSI S TRONIC QUATTRO, 2.0 TFSI QUATTRO and SPORTBACK 2.0 TFSI S TRONIC.

    The largest Audi S3 is the SPORTBACK 2.0 TFSI S TRONIC which measures 1793mm wide, 4431mm in length and sits 1990mm tall.

    The most powerful Audi S3 is the SPORTBACK 2.0 TFSI S TRONIC which has 213kW of power from its 2.0L TURBO DIRECT F/INJ engine.

    The Audi S3 is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.

    The heaviest Audi S3 is the 2.0 TFSI S TRONIC QUATTRO which weighs 2075 kg (kerb weight).

    The Audi S3 uses Premium Unleaded Petrol.