Discover reviews on "new audi s3 sportback" based on Reddit discussions and experiences.
Last updated: September 4, 2025 at 02:16 AM
#Summary of Reddit Comments on New Audi S3 Sportback
Audi S3 Sportback
Pros:
- "That thing is saweeet," "If you got the money and need a new car. Yes. You are going to love it. It looks fantastic and is fun to drive!"
- "Customization and tuning maybe problematic"
- "Remember the new cars have SFD2 that locks out a lot of the electronics"
Cons:
- "Front end on these is hideous"
- "SFD2 that locks out a lot of the electronics"
- "38k?? That’s like 8V prices in UK?"
Audi S4
- Pros:
- "S4 has the nicest/most liveable interior and ride of the group"
- "S sport package (adaptive dampers / sport diff) are a must"
- "S4s are typically cheaper than S5s"
- Cons:
- "S4 is the last year for the current model, last chance for the v6"
- "S5s are more practical with the liftback, some people think they look better"
Genesis G70
- Pros:
- "Makes the most sense value wise"
- Cons:
- "Genesis products aren't as nice as their German contemporaries"
Audi S5 Sportback
- Pros:
- "S5 Sportback is a great choice"
- Cons:
- "Even a slightly used RS5 is not recommended"
Audi S3
Pros:
- "Great choice if looking for something smaller, lighter, and peppier"
Cons:
- "Punching a size class down"
- "By Audi standards, the interior isn't all that nice"
Audi RS3
- No specific pros and cons mentioned in comments
Audi A5
- No specific pros and cons mentioned in comments
Audi Q5
- No specific pros and cons mentioned in comments
Audi A6 e-tron
- Cons:
- "Bummer the A6 e-tron is not on the list"
Other Recommendations
- "The G70 makes the most sense value wise."
- "The IS 500 comes with the nicest engine of the bunch, most reliable, the most comfortable."
- "The S3 is not comparable, it's in a different segment."
- "Go with what your heart wants."
Buying Advice
- "Never buying from a dealer"
- "At that mileage it's 50/50 on whether you get a good car or a lemon."
- "If the car looks good for you and you can afford to fix it, then go for it."
Miscellaneous
- "Real people selling real cars wouldn't use such advertising language and buzzwords."
- "The market is a mess atm, all car prices are much higher than they should be."
- "Rebates have been around for a month now, can stack them with current Audi rebates."