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Compare Audi S3 Sedan vs Volkswagen Golf R

Audi S3 Sedan
2023 Audi S3 Sedan
Select configuration:
$46,800
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.6
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Volkswagen Golf R
2023 Volkswagen Golf R
Select configuration:
$44,740
Starting Price (MSRP)
9.0
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Overview

Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
7-Speed Automatic
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 23 MPG
Hwy: 32 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 20 MPG
Hwy: 28 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
8.3 ft³
Trunk Volume
N/A
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
N/A
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
34.5 ft³

Photos

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2022-2023 Audi S3 Sedan Rear Angle View
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
306 hp @ 5450 rpm
315 hp @ 5900 rpm
Torque
295 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm
280 lb-ft @ 1900 rpm
Transmission
7-Speed Automatic
6-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,527 lbs
3,417 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
26 MPG
23 MPG
City
23 MPG
20 MPG
Highway
32 MPG
28 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
6.8 Tons/yr
7.7 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gallons
14.5 gallons
Cruising Range City
333.5 miles
290 miles
Cruising Range Highway
464 miles
406 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
177.3 in
168.9 in
Height
55.8 in
57.7 in
Max Width
71.5 in
70.4 in
Front Width
60.8 in
60.7 in
Rear Width
59.8 in
59.7 in
Wheelbase
103.6 in
103.5 in
Ground Clearance
N/A
4.7 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41.2 in
41.2 in
Front Seat Headroom
36.8 in
38.5 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
54.8 in
55.9 in
Front Seat Hip Room
N/A
53.4 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
35.2 in
35 in
Rear Seat Headroom
36.6 in
38.1 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
53 in
53.9 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
N/A
46.3 in

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
8.3 ft³
N/A
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up
N/A
19.9 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
N/A
34.5 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
36.1 ft
39.3 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
18" x 8"
19" x 8"
Rear Wheel Size
18" x 8"
19" x 8"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P225/40YR18
P235/35YR19
Rear Tire
P225/40YR18
P235/35YR19

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Ibis White
  • Turbo Blue
  • Deep Black Pearl
  • Lapiz Blue Metallic
  • Pure White

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Daytona Gray Pearl Effect
  • Glacier White Metallic
  • Mythos Black Metallic
  • Navarra Blue Metallic
  • Python Yellow Metallic
  • Tango Red Metallic
N/A

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black w/Express Red, Fine Nappa Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Black w/Rock Gray, Fine Nappa Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Black w/Rock Gray, Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Steel Gray w/Anthracite, Fine Nappa Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Steel Gray w/Anthracite, Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Titan Blk w/Blue Accents, Perforated Nappa Leather Seating Surfaces

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Not Available
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Premium Sound System
Standard
Standard
Satellite Radio
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Not Available
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Standard
Sun/Moonroof
Standard
Standard

Comfort

Head-Up Display
Not Available
Standard
Navigation System
Not Available
Standard
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Automatic Parking
Standard
Standard
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cooled Front Seat(s)
Not Available
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Standard
Standard
Heated Rear Seat(s)
Not Available
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Standard
Seat Memory
Standard
Standard
Rear A/C
Standard
Standard
Keyless Start
Standard
Standard
Telematics
Standard
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Not Available
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Side Air Bag
Standard
Not Available

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
7 Years / 100,000 Miles
Drivetrain
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Maintenance
N/A
2 Years / 20,000 Miles
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