Very Good
2025 Audi S3 Sedan review
Audi's junior S model is sharper, yet as grown-up as ever. For those wanting a premium compact Q-car, it's the best of the breed.
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James Wong
Audi S3 vs Honda Civic Comparison
Audi S3
Honda Civic
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S3
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CarExpert Rating
CarExpert Rating
Very Good
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CarExpert Rating
Very Good
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Based on the Audi S3 QUATTRO
Based on the Honda Civic e:HEV L
Best suitable for...
City driving
Driving the family
LuxuryFuel Efficiency
55L
429 to 435 km
40L - 47L
200 to 418 km
Warranty
5 year
warranty
warranty
8 year
warranty
warranty
MSRP
$78,800 - $81,800
$44,986 - $70,605
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CarExpert's Take
James Wong
Marketplace Editor
James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Now a proper little sleeper weapon
- Price advantage over key rivals
- Excellent, user-friendly tech
Misses
- Still some cheap-feeling plastics
- Fiddly drive mode selection
- Looks are almost too subtle
Andrew Maclean
Contributor
Andrew Maclean drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Exceptional build quality
- Seamless, efficient hybrid tech
- Comfortable, quiet ride
Misses
- High price of entry
- Basic amenities
- Small touchscreen
Colours Available
The Civic VTi-LX and e:HEV LX are available in the following finishes:
- Platinum White pearlescent
- Crystal Black pearlescent (excludes e:HEV LX)
- Premium Crystal Red metallic
- Premium Crystal Blue metallic
The Type R is available in the following finishes:
- Championship White
- Sonic Grey
- Crystal Black
- Rally Red
Ready To Buy
Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO | TURBO | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1984 | 1498 - 1996 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.0L | 2.0L, 1.5L | |
| Cylinders | ||
| 4 | 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 245kW | 131kW - 235kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 5600 | 6000 - 6500 | |
| Torque | ||
| 420Nm | 240Nm - 420Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 2100 | 1700 - 2600 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| - | - | |
