What is the difference between a S3 and a sportback?
In terms of length, the Sportback has gotten 1.2 inches bigger and the sedan has increased 1.6 inches. Inside the cabin, the Sportback provides up to 40.4 cubic feet of cargo space with the rear seats folded. The sedan now offers 13.1 cubic feet of space in the trunk; compare that to the 10 cubic feet available on the current U.S.-market S3.
Is the Audi A3 S3 a hot-rodded sports sedan?
A hot-rodded version of the new A3 sedan, the S3 goes head-to-head with the aggressive BMW M235i Gran Coupe, Cadillac CT4-V, and Mercedes-AMG A35. This pint-sized sports sedan certainly looks the part, and we’re happy to report that the fun-to-drive nature that made the last generation car so impressive is alive and well here too.
How powerful is the Audi S3’s engine?
Once again, the Audi S3 comes with a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. But instead of making 288 hp and 280 lb-ft of torque, the engine now produces 306 ponies and 295 lb-ft of twist. The mill pairs to a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, which routes power to all four wheels via Audi’s Quattro all-wheel-drive system.
Why should you buy the 2022 Audi S3?
You just have to see it. The all-new 2022 Audi S3 combines impressive performance and an assertive stance that encourages staring. Always obey all speed and traffic laws.
Is the Audi S3 Sportback coming in 2021?
Audi won’t be bringing the Sportback stateside, like the last generation. We’ll only get the S3 sedan, and it’ll come sometime in 2021. The S3 has truly grown up. It weighs a bit more than before at about 3300 pounds, and power is up from the last-gen’s 292 horsepower to 306 from Audi and Volkswagen’s turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four.
What is the Audi S3 technology package?
Buyers of the mid-range Premium Plus trim can opt for the Technology package, which adds Audi’s Virtual Cockpit digital gauge display, in-dash navigation, and a Bang & Olufsen stereo system. Like most Audis, the S3 comes standard with several driver-assistance features; more advanced technology is optional.
What is the difference between a Sportback and a sedan?
In terms of length, the Sportback has gotten 1.2 inches bigger and the sedan has increased 1.6 inches. Inside the cabin, the Sportback provides up to 40.4 cubic feet of cargo space with the rear seats folded.