Audi S3 8Y
A refined, tech-heavy all-rounder that blends daily utility with effortless all-weather pace.
- Power
- 310 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 4.6 s
- Top speed
- 155 mph
About the Audi S3 8Y
The fourth-generation Audi S3 (8Y) arrived in 2020, refining the formula of its predecessors with sharper styling and a significant interior technology overhaul. While it retains the familiar 2.0-litre TFSI engine and quattro all-wheel-drive system, the 8Y generation features a more aggressive exterior design with a larger honeycomb grille and quad exhaust tips. Inside, the cabin is dominated by the Audi Virtual Cockpit and a new touch-based MMI system, though it trades some physical controls for a minimalist aesthetic. It remains a benchmark for the 'supermini' class, offering a composed and secure driving experience that prioritises efficiency and speed over raw engagement.
Audi S3 8Y specs
The Audi S3 8Y produces 310 bhp (231 kW) and 400 Nm (295 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 4.6 seconds and has a top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h).
| Make | Audi |
|---|---|
| Model | S3 |
| Generation | 8Y |
| Trim | S3 Sportback |
| Years | 2020–present |
| Type | Hatchback |
| Body style | Hatchback |
| Country | Germany |
| Engine | 2.0-litre turbocharged inline-four |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,984 cc (2.0 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 310 bhp (231 kW) at 5,450 rpm |
| Torque | 400 Nm (295 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 4.6 s |
| Top speed | 155 mph (250 km/h) |
| Transmission | 7-speed dual-clutch |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,500 kg (3,307 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 207 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Audi S3 8Y rarity in CarSpot
The Audi S3 8Y is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 24 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Audi S3 8Y fun facts
- The 8Y S3 Sportback was not sold in the United States, where Audi only offered the S3 in the four-door Saloon body style.
- The 2022 model year features a 'Vorsprung' trim level in the UK which adds adaptive dampers and a Bang & Olufsen 3D sound system.
- Despite the quad exhaust tips, the S3's 2.0-litre engine actually feeds into a single main pipe before splitting at the rear diffuser.
