The Audi S3 Sportback has an extra driving mode and an impressive interior, even if the exterior may leave some cold.

The Audi S3 slots between the more civilized A3 and the race-ready, 401-horsepower RS3. The compact performance sedan is an ideal candidate for driving enthusiasts who need a practical means of ...

The verdict: Though it’s more expensive than ever, the updated and feature-rich 2025 Audi A3 and S3 make a fab case for the primo, pint-size sports sedan. Versus the competition: The subcompact, entry ...

There have always been different degrees of fast. Mercedes-AMG and BMW’s M division offer less potent models that slot between the mainstream ranges and the fire-breathing “full fat” versions—cars ...

We break down whether the S3’s price jump earns its keep.

Talk of the death of the "attainable enthusiast car" has proved to be premature. Models like the Honda Civic Si and Type R, the Toyota GR Corolla, and the Acura Integra Type S have all amply ...

Michael Frank has been writing and editing car and motorcycle coverage for the past two decades. His outlets have included Forbes, Coolhunting, The Wall Street Journal, Car & Driver, Road & Track, The ...

It doesn't matter how we feel about it; the simple fact of the matter is that sports sedans these days are only getting bigger and bigger. With each new generation, they get a little bit longer, a ...

Within the broader hot compact crowd, the S3 still manages to carve out its own niche. It’s all-wheel drive, just like the VW Golf R and Toyota GR Corolla, and combines thrilling performance with ...

Don’t buy an Audi A3 or S3 until you read our guide. We compare 5 major differences to help you choose. The compact class is gaining popularity in the U.S. as consumers seek more affordable options ...