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2019 Audi S3

The 2019 Audi S3 is a compact car, rated at 25 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 1 recall for this model year.

2019 Audi S3
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Combined MPG
25
NHTSA safety
Starting price
$47,000
Recalls
1

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Model year2019
Vehicle classCompact Car

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement2 L
Cylinders4
TransmissionAutomatic (AM-S7)
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
FuelPremium Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG22
Highway MPG29
Combined MPG25
CO₂ tailpipe358 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$3100

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City22 MPG
Highway29 MPG
Combined25 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

S325 MPG
Class average31.6 MPG

About 21% below the class average.

Est. monthly payment
$828/mo
Amount financed
$42,300
Total interest
$7,359
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5-year fuel cost
$8,040

$1,608/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG25
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
Overall
Frontal crash
Side crash
Rollover

Recalls (1)

  • AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER21V198000 · 2021-03-22

    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.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the PODS sensor mat and update the PODS control module, free of charge. Owners letters were mailed December 23, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69BY.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2019 Audi S3?

The 2019 Audi S3 is EPA-rated at 25 MPG combined (22 city / 29 highway).

Is the 2019 Audi S3 reliable?

NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2019 Audi S3. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How safe is the 2019 Audi S3?

The 2019 Audi S3 earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2019 Audi S3?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2019 Audi S3 costs roughly $1,608 per year to fuel, or about $8,040 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2019 Audi S3?

The 2019 Audi S3 is classified as a compact car. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC