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2020 Audi S3: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The main change for the 2020 Audi S3 is a reshuffled trim lineup: a new entry-level Premium trim joins, while Prestige is dropped. Otherwise, the car carries over with the same engine, transmission, and all-wheel-drive system.
About the 2020 Audi S3
3rd-generation U.S. S3 sedan (8V, 2015-2020), in the updated 2017-on version; 2020 is the final U.S. model year before the skipped 2021 model year and the redesigned 2022 S3.
The 2020 S3 is Audi’s small sport sedan for buyers who want real speed and all-weather traction without giving up a premium cabin or easy daily use. Its core appeal is the mix: quick turbo power, standard all-wheel drive, tidy size, and a clean, upscale interior. It sits between the regular A3 and the harder-edged RS 3, making it the balanced choice for shoppers who want performance that still feels comfortable and polished every day.
The 2020 S3 is a compact sport sedan offered in Premium and Premium Plus trims, both with a 288-hp turbocharged four-cylinder engine, a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic, all-wheel drive, and a sport-tuned suspension. Premium covers essentials such as LED lighting, a panoramic sunroof, smartphone integration, and heated leather-trimmed sport seats. Premium Plus adds upgraded audio, wireless phone charging, more seat adjustment, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and parking sensors.
What changed, by category
Trim lineup
A new entry-level TFSI Premium trim joins the lineup, Prestige is discontinued, and TFSI Premium Plus becomes the top trim.
2020 Audi S3 specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 7-Spd w/S tronic | Automatic, 7-Spd w/S tronic |
| Drivetrain | quattro AWD | quattro AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 22 mpg | 22 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 29 mpg | 29 mpg |
| Horsepower | 288 hp | 288 hp |
| Torque | 280 lb-ft | 280 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 10 cu-ft | 10 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 35.1 in | 35.1 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||
| Alarm System | ||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||
| Front & Rear Parking Sensors | ||
| Active Lane Keep Assistance | ||
| Park Assist | ||
| Rear View Camera | ||
| Alloy Wheels | ||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | ||
| Fog Lights | ||
| LED Headlights | ||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | ||
| Rear Spoiler | ||
| Navigation System | ||
| Premium Audio | ||
| Satellite Radio | ||
| Smartphone Interface | ||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||
| Dual Power Front Seats | ||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||
| Heated Front Seats | ||
| Leather Seats | ||
| Power Driver Seat | ||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||
| Remote Start | ||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2020 Audi S3?
The biggest change is the trim lineup. Audi added the entry-level TFSI Premium trim, discontinued Prestige, and made TFSI Premium Plus the top version.
Did the 2020 Audi S3 get any mechanical changes?
No, the 2020 Audi S3 keeps the same 288-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, and all-wheel drive as before.
What trims does the 2020 Audi S3 have?
The 2020 Audi S3 lineup consists of TFSI Premium and TFSI Premium Plus. Premium is the new entry trim, while Premium Plus is the better-equipped top trim after Prestige was dropped.
How does the 2020 Audi S3 Premium Plus differ from Premium?
The 2020 S3 Premium Plus adds comfort, convenience, and driver-assistance equipment over Premium, including upgraded audio, wireless phone charging, power-adjustable front sport seats, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and parking sensors.
Is the 2020 Audi S3 the final year of this generation?
Yes, 2020 is the final U.S. model year for this version of the Audi S3. The S3 skipped the 2021 model year in the U.S. and returned redesigned for 2022.
2020 Audi S3 Reviews
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