Auto loans: 2015 Audi S3
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 9.0 L/100 km combined (EPA). 2 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
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- Combined
- 9.0 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
We do not have a 2015 Audi S3 for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2015 Audi S3 specs
| Engine | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo |
|---|---|
| Drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Premium gas |
| City | 10.1 L/100 km |
| Highway | 7.7 L/100 km |
| Combined | 9.0 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 211 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $15.75 |
2015 Audi S3: every figure
| Displacement | 2.0 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 23 |
| MPG highway (US) | 31 |
| MPG combined (US) | 26 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 31 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 283 L (10 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,150 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $3,150 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2015 Audi S3
- NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 53 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags (29), electrical system (9) and fuel/propulsion system (7). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21V198000 | 2021-03-22 | air bags:sensor:occupant classification:front passenger | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Audi S3 Sedan, A3 Sedan, 2016-2018 A3 Etron, 2017-2020 RS3 Sedan, and 2015-2019 A3 Cabriolet vehicles. The passenger occupant detection system (PODS) may malfunction and switch off the passenger air bag even when the seat is occupied. |
| 19V474000 | 2019-06-19 | air bags:sensor:occupant classification | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Audi S3 Sedan, 2015-2019 A3 Sedan and A3 Cabriolet, 2016-2018 A3 e-tron, and 2017-2019 RS3 vehicles. An improper electrical contact may cause the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) to falsely detect a malfunction and deactivate the... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Thinking of buying the 2015 Audi S3?
No 2015 Audi S3 is for sale by CarmaCars at the moment; this page helps you judge the car before you buy one elsewhere. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. This page sets out the 2015 Audi S3 for buyers, in plain words.
What to check on the S3
A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. There are 2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. Owners filed 53 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags, electrical system and fuel/propulsion system; have those parts checked.
Specs, explained
It is powered by the 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo, with all-wheel drive. The turbo gives a small engine the pull of a bigger one when you need it. All-wheel drive helps when pulling away on snow; braking and steering still depend on the tires.
For 300 km of mixed driving, expect about 27 litres, from its 9.0 L/100 km rating. That works out to about $15.75 per 100 km at our price setting. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$3,150 a year for 15,000 miles.
Inside and out
A car body like this keeps the weight low, so it feels settled on the highway. At 283 litres, the trunk fits about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
Who the S3 suits
It suits a family trip where everyone and everything fits in one car. It suits client visits, weddings and special weekends.
Drive it on your own roads
Rent the S3 for a week and see how it fits your life. A test week in the S3 tells you more than any review. A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel.
What it costs to run
Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $157.50 at our price setting. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary.
Which one to look for
Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first.
One more step
A rental request is free; the offer shows the full price.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2015 Audi S3 from us first.
Ask us about the 2015 Audi S3
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2015 Audi S3 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2015 Audi S3
Does CarmaCars sell the 2015 Audi S3?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2015 Audi S3 before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2015 Audi S3 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2015 Audi S3 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,150 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3150.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.