Audi S3 used – 486 cars for sale with price evaluation

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How much does the Audi S3 depreciate?

Used Audi S3

A used Audi S3 (2018) model loses about £190 per month in value.


Factors that affect the depreciation of a Audi S3:
- Mileage driven
- Maintenance
- Service history


Depreciation is an important part of calculating the total cost of owning a Audi S3. In addition to the monthly depreciation of £190, you should also factor in fuel costs, road tax, insurance and maintenance (including tyres and car washes) to get the full monthly cost.

Audi S3 - Price and depreciation overview by model year

Audi S3 - Price and depreciation overview by model year

Model year

Typical price range*

Average price

Price trend / depreciation
(last 12 months)

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2026 Audi S3

£48,332 - £52,160£49,756-4

2025 Audi S3

£41,250 - £52,405£46,086+£42049

2024 Audi S3

£35,752 - £49,055£40,855-£2,50041

2023 Audi S3

£24,799 - £40,603£33,710-£4,33844

2022 Audi S3

£27,800 - £38,500£31,879-£1,55433

2021 Audi S3

£25,350 - £30,998£29,015-£1,64720

2020 Audi S3

£18,950 - £29,990£25,194-£3,68419

2019 Audi S3

£17,990 - £25,350£22,073-£2,63428

2018 Audi S3

£14,750 - £25,495£20,513-£2,27558

2017 Audi S3

£15,995 - £22,796£19,168-£1,51656

2016 Audi S3

£11,995 - £20,495£16,299-£1,07641

2015 Audi S3

£8,985 - £19,995£14,335-£1,99432

2014 Audi S3

£10,995 - £17,795£13,712-£25915

2013 Audi S3

£9,990 - £9,990£9,990-1

2012 Audi S3

£8,990 - £8,995£8,993-2

2011 Audi S3

£3,000 - £7,995£5,498-2

2010 Audi S3

£6,995 - £9,990£8,279-7

2009 Audi S3

£7,995 - £12,990£9,661-3

2008 Audi S3

£6,295 - £8,950£7,645-7

2007 Audi S3

£4,999 - £5,495£5,247-2

2006 Audi S3

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*The “Typical price range” column shows the prices at the 5th and 95th percentiles of cars in the current market

The data is based on the cars currently listed on AutoUncle

Market price development for 2018 Audi S3 (August 2024 - February 2026)

Monthly price data with average prices and price ranges

Month

Average market price

Lowest market price

Highest market price

Calculation method

2024 - August
£22,303
£20,619£23,987
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2024 - September
£22,631
£20,816£24,446
Estimate
2024 - October
£21,748
£20,155£23,341
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2024 - November
£21,332
£19,341£23,322
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2024 - December
£21,295
£19,685£22,906
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2025 - January
£21,145
£19,497£22,793
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2025 - February
£20,733
£19,286£22,180
Estimate
2025 - March
£20,716
£19,321£22,110
Estimate
2025 - April
£20,323
£18,896£21,751
Estimate
2025 - May
£20,056
£18,417£21,694
Estimate
2025 - June
£20,060
£18,205£21,914
Estimate
2025 - July
£19,924
£17,722£22,125
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2025 - August
£20,029
£17,822£22,235
Estimate
2025 - September
£19,891
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2025 - October
£19,754
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2025 - November
£19,616
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2025 - December
£19,479
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2026 - January
£19,342
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Forecast
2026 - February
£19,204
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Forecast

All estimates and forecasts are based on actual market data

Average Monthly Depreciation

A summary of the past 12 and an estimation of the next 6 months.

Past 12 months

-£2,280

Next 6 months

-£820

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Are you looking for a used Audi S3?

Seeking the best value on a second-hand car? Look no further than the Audi S3 - an excellent choice! There are 508 used Audi S3s currently available on AutoUncle sourced from various dealership websites and online marketplaces.

What is the used car price of the Audi S3?

A used Audi S3 costs between £8,900 for the cheapest variant and £48,349 for the most expensive model.

The used car price of an Audi S3 is determined by a number of factors, the most important of which are what year the car is from, engine size and performance, fuel consumption of the car, how many miles it has travelled not to mention the trim level of the car.

For instance, a more recent model with limited mileage, or a premium variant featuring a powerful engine, typically commands a higher price than a used model with many kilometres on the odometer and in a simple equipment variant.

How many trim levels are available for the Audi S3?

The following equipment variants are the most populare ones for the Audi S3:

When looking for the best car deal for a used Audi S3, it is essential that you exclusively compare with the deals of cars with a similar engine and equipment. If not, you might end up reaching a wrong conclusion on which car to purchase.

Is the Audi S3 available with multiple fuel options?

Petrol is the foremost fuel option for the Audi S3.

Your driving behavior is an important aspect to consider when selecting a fuel type. What is the usual distance you cover in a week with your car? Do you predominantly undertake short trips or longer hauls?

For short trips, range is rarely a limitation, so electric, plug-in hybrid or petrol can be fine. For longer daily journeys, consider an electric car, especially if you have the option to charge at home or at work. For longer daily commutes, a modern electric car is often suitable - especially if you can charge at home or at work. Diesel cars may still be relevant in some cases with very long journeys and lack of charging options. It’s worth noting that diesel engines with high emissions are banned from entering cities in certain countries.

What body types is the Audi S3 available in?

Hatchback is the preferred body type amongst drivers of the Audi S3. Hatchbacks are compact cars that pair great driving with the flexibility of having space. High fuel efficiency makes hatchbacks popular with people living in cities, as does the fact that they’re easy to park.

AutoUncle's selection of Audi S3 by body type and with price statistics

  • Audi S3 hatchback: 367 cars - average price £23,764
  • Audi S3 sedan: 136 cars - average price £33,625
  • Audi S3 cabriolet: 1 car - average price £18,995

Which models are comparable to Audi S3?

There are multiple possible alternatives to the Audi S3.

Alternative cars to the Audi S3

  • Vauxhall Corsa
  • Ford Focus
  • Audi A3

The Vauxhall Corsa is a great alternative to the Audi S3. With an average sale price of £9,690 you can currently find 9,126 of these cars available for sale on AutoUncle.

Another popular choice in this class is the Ford Focus with 7,421 cars on the market and an average price tag of £9,990. Ranked third, the Audi A3 is also a good alternative to the Audi S3, and you'll find 4,830 used Audi A3 cars for an average price of £17,004 on AutoUncle.

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