Audi S3

20152026 · 11 configurations

Lowest
24
Average
26
Best
27

The Audi S3 has been tested by the EPA across 11 different configurations spanning model years 2015 through 2026. Over this period, the S3 has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 24 MPG to 27 MPG, with an overall average of 26 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

2026
26
2025
26
2024
26
2023
26
2022
27
2020
25
2019
25
2018
25
2017
24
2016
26
2015
26

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (S3) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Audi S3. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Audi Audi S3 grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
20
Total Deaths
13

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
30.0%
Fire Occurrence
0.0%
Speeding Involved
45.0%
DUI Involved
25.0%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

83%
Front
11%
Side
6%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes6
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
0.83
2022
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2021
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2020
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2018
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.33
2016
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2015
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2023
1
2022
7
2017
1
2016
1
2015
2
Critical
Moderate
Advisory