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2023 Audi S3: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The main 2023 Audi S3 change is that the rear spoiler moved from standard equipment to an option. Otherwise, this second-year model largely carries over, with a wireless charging pad replacing the prior phone-box setup on Premium Plus and Prestige trims.
About the 2023 Audi S3
4th generation S3 sedan (2022-2024 pre-refresh), second model year after the 2022 redesign.
Audi positions the S3 as an everyday compact sport sedan: quicker and sharper than the regular A3, but easier to live with than the more extreme RS 3. The brand’s message is essentially “Upgrade the everyday,” and that fits the car well. Its appeal is the mix of brisk turbo power, standard all-wheel drive, a polished cabin, and useful daily-driver tech in a small sedan that still feels special without becoming harsh or overly flashy.
The Premium trim focuses on the S3 essentials: a 306-hp turbo engine, standard all-wheel drive, heated leather sport seats, and a 10.1-inch touchscreen. Premium Plus adds useful driver-assistance and convenience features, while Prestige brings a head-up display, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, navigation, upgraded lighting, and Bang & Olufsen audio.
What changed, by category
Styling
The rear spoiler changed from standard equipment to an option.
Tech
Premium Plus and Prestige switched from the previous phone-box setup to an included wireless charging pad.
2023 Audi S3 specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 7-Spd w/Dual-Clutch & S tronic | Automatic, 7-Spd w/Dual-Clutch & S tronic | Automatic, 7-Spd w/Dual-Clutch & S tronic |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 23 mpg | 23 mpg | 23 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 32 mpg | 32 mpg | 32 mpg |
| Horsepower | 306 hp | 306 hp | 306 hp |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 10 cu-ft | 10 cu-ft | 10 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 35.1 in | 35.1 in | 35.1 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||
| Cruise Control | |||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||
| Park Assist | |||
| Rear View Camera | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | |||
| Fog Lights | |||
| LED Headlights | |||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | |||
| Panorama Moon Roof | |||
| Rear Spoiler | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Premium Audio | |||
| Satellite Radio | |||
| Smartphone Interface | |||
| Touch Screen Monitor | |||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Memory Driver's Seat | |||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||
| Remote Start | |||
Frequently asked questions
How different is the 2023 Audi S3 from the 2022 model?
The 2023 Audi S3 is only slightly different from the 2022 model. The rear spoiler became optional rather than standard, and Premium Plus and Prestige switched from the old phone-box setup to a wireless charging pad.
Did the 2023 Audi S3 get a new engine or transmission?
No, the 2023 Audi S3 kept its 306-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, seven-speed automatic transmission, and standard all-wheel drive.
Which 2023 Audi S3 trims have the wireless charging pad?
The 2023 S3 Premium Plus and Prestige include a wireless charging pad. This replaced the phone-box setup used previously on those trims.
Is the rear spoiler standard on the 2023 Audi S3?
No, the rear spoiler is optional on the 2023 Audi S3. It had been standard for 2022.
Did the 2023 Audi S3 receive new safety features?
No, the 2023 Audi S3 received no lineup-wide safety or driver-assistance update. Premium Plus and Prestige still include features such as adaptive cruise assistance, lane guidance, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert.
2023 Audi S3 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2023 Audi S3.
4.4
2023 Audi S3
(42 reviews)
“It has great passing power and handles almost any road perfectly. It is not a vehicle for large loads or transporting people regularly.”
“Speed is great. A lot of backfiring in S mode. Sound system takes a lot of tweaking to get it right, hate that the app automatically opens when connecting to car.”