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| Performance | 8.7/10   |
|---|---|
| Practicality | 8.7/10 |
| Reliability | 8.2/10 |
| Value for Money | 7.6/10 |
| Reviewer Rating | 8.3/10 |
| Overall Rating | 8.2/10 |
Full review by
spliff1star
on 13th Jan 2007
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Good Points: Quattro system. Rare car. 225bhp smooth engine. Good on fuel. Highly tuneable. Class 1 build quality inside and out. One of the best looking cars you can buy. Luxury performance hot hatch. Holds its value
Bad Points: Audi servicing is expensive.
General comments: Where do I start? Well performance wise it uses the same 1.8 turbo 225bhp found in its cheaper cousin the Seat Leon Cupra R, but the Audi has the quattro system and therefore a far better grip in the dry but even better in the rain. It's quicker than the Cupra R - 0-60 for the cupra is 6.8sec and the s3 is 6.4sec, even though the Audi is slightly smaller it's a heavier car than the Cupra R - this puts the S3 with cars like the Astra VXR. The VXR has 15bhp more than the S3 evan though it uses a 2.0 turbo compared to the 1.8 turbo in the S3, but it's still not a faster car and the vxr is outclassed by the sheer quality of the S3. You can also tune the S3 past its standard 225bhp very easilyy and depending on the chip fitted you can bring it up to 260bhp and if you want to really start modifying for serious performance you can get 380+bhp maybe more. There are two S3 models - the early models have 210bhp and do 0-60 in 6.6sec as opposed to the 225s 6.4sec and the top speed on the 210 S3 is about 5mph slower than the 225 S3. Audi also made slight changes to the suspension on the 225 S3 so it handles better than the 210 S3 as well as a few other small changes. This shouldn't put you off the 210 S3 model as it's still as good but you will have to pay more for the 225 S3 as they are the later model cars and most will have lower milage compared to the 210 S3. I recommend the S3 as it's a better option to go for in the A3 range than say the 1.8 T Sport Quattro 180 as the S3 has more power, is faster and looks better thanks to the exclusive flared arches, S3 bodykit and excellent sport seats. One more thing the S3 is not easily replaced like the Golf R32 as you can not go into an Audi dealership and just buy an S3 bumper or skirts without a logbook showing you own a s3. There are maybe some dealers that let you but I was told none do and I'm glad because there's no need to have a fake when the genuine thing is 10 times better.
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Review by
Matt Russel
on 5th Sep 2006
User Rating : 8
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The Audi S3 Quattro 225 PS is a generally well put together car. I had the BHP increased to 290BHP at 25,000 miles and have currently covered 65,000 miles. Fuel consumption is very good as I don't use the power very often so I tend to get 35-39MPG.
Would I buy another Audi - yes - but for now I'm quite happy.
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Review by
danrobb
on 3rd Aug 2006
User Rating : 9
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I used to drive my ex girlfriend's S3 all the time which is one of the reasons why I've just bought one myself. I have driven a lot of quick cars but the S3 is different. It goes quickly but gives you confidence that it knows what its doing. I have taken this car to 140 and my ex had it to 150 on the way back from France one time.
I love everything about this car. The interior, the exterior, the performance, what else do you need? It's fairly reliable. You get a hell of a lot of car for your ...
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Review by
DB
on 6th Feb 2004
User Rating : 10
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HAD MY SILVER Audi S3 NOW FOR 8 MONTHS,I ENJOY EVERY MOMENT DRIVING IT,THE HANDLING IS GREAT,PERFECT INTERIOR,LOW PROFILE LOOKS BUT TO THOSE THAT NO A REAL BEAST!100% SATISFIED,BUT FEEL SERVICING COSTS ARE OVER PRICED AS YOU HAVE TO USE AUDI GARAGES TO KEEP YOUR WARANTY.
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Review by
larkone
on 4th Aug 2003
User Rating : 6
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Interesting that Which have just voted the Audi TT as one of the most un-reliable cars around. It gave it a 1 in 4 chance of breaking down based on readers surveys. The AudiS3 has the same running gear.
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Review by
Huw J Enjinn.
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on 3rd Jun 2003
User Rating : 9
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I'm just coming up to the end of my first year with my Audi S3 (225). It's simply been the best year driving, ever. This much fun should quite simply be illegal, and I'm sure if the Government knew they'd put a stop to it!
Since picking the car up in Germany last year it's not missed a beat. Covering an ample 19,000 miles as easily as treacle down your chin. The only problem I've had with the car (other than a piece of lorry tire on the motorway) was an over tightened screw holding the exhau ...
Huw J Enjinn.'s full review | 553 words
Review by
Chris.
on 11th Mar 2002
User Rating : 8
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I have covered over 17,000 miles in 10 months using the Audi S3 coupe and have enjoyed every moment. The car is very well equipped and is comfortable to drive. The appearance is understated but very butch in design. Having previously owned a Porsche Boxster, I was surprised to discover that the handling characteristics are materially better in the S3, providing a smoother ride at speed giving you more confidence to go faster in high speed turns. The brakes are a little snappy although this is to ...
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