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Year 2015
Make Audi
Model S3
Fuel Type Gasoline
Engine 2L
Made in HUNGARY
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| Generation | Name | Years | Platform | Body | Key changes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8L | Typ 8L | 1999-2003 | Volkswagen Group A4 (PQ34) | 3-door hatchback | 1.8L turbocharged inline-4, 210-225 PS, Haldex on-demand AWD, not sold in North America |
| 8P | Typ 8P | 2006-2012 | Volkswagen Group A5 (PQ35) | 3-door hatchback, 5-door Sportback | 2.0L TFSI turbo, 200+ PS, dual-clutch DSG transmission option, European market |
| 8V | Typ 8V | 2013-present | Volkswagen Group MQB | 3-door, 5-door hatchback, sedan (regions) | 2.0L TFSI, 310 PS, North America arrival 2015, S3 Sedan variant added, virtual cockpit |
| 8Y | Current generation | 2021-present | Volkswagen Group MQB Evo | 5-door hatchback, sedan | 2.0L TFSI with mild-hybrid assist, up to 310 PS, advanced infotainment, autonomous safety tech |
| Generation | NHTSA | IIHS |
|---|---|---|
| 8L (1999-2003) | Not rated | Not rated |
| 8P (2006-2012) | Not rated | Not rated |
| 8V (2013-present) | ★★★★★ | Not rated |
| 8Y (2021-present) | Not rated | Not rated |
Total recalls: 3
| Date | Records |
|---|---|
|
21V606000 |
SEAT BELTS
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Volkswagen ID4, Audi A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A5 Sportback, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q3, Q5, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, S4 Sedan, S5 Cabriolet, S5 Coupe, S5 Sportback, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, SQ8, and 2021-2022 S3 Sedan vehicles. The rear seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection." |
|
21V825000 |
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A8 and S8, 2022 Audi A5 Sportback, A4 Sedan, E-Tron GT, Q3, Q5, RS6 Avant, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RSQ8, SQ7, SQ8, and S3 Sedan vehicles. A software error may prevent the rear-view image from initially displaying when the vehicle begins to reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility." |
|
22V224000 |
CHILD SEAT: VEHICLE LATCH ANCHOR
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022 A3 Sedan and S3 Sedan vehicles. The child seat anchorage fitting sleeves are incorrectly marked with a different symbol than the one described in the owner's manual. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems." |
| Annual Maintenance | Repair Range | Insurance | Depreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| $800-$1,200 (regular oil changes, spark plugs, cabin air filter every 15,000 miles) | $1,200-$4,500 (turbo $1,500-$3,000; water pump $400-$800; DSG clutch $2,000-$4,500) | $1,200-$1,600/year (entry-level performance; bundle discounts common for young drivers) | 8V (2015): ~50-55%; 8Y (2021): ~35-40%; holds value better than equivalent Volkswagens |
Our free VIN decoder provides instant access to your car's information in three simple steps:
| Pos | Character(s) | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | W | Manufacturing country: HUNGARY |
| 2 | A | Manufacturer: Audi |
| 3 | U | Vehicle type: PASSENGER CAR |
| 4 | B | Model: S3 |
| 5 | F | Body Style: Sedan/Saloon |
| 6 | G |
Cylinders: 4 Engine Displacement (L): 2 Engine HP: 220 Primary Fuel Type: Gasoline |
| 7 | F |
Trim: Premium Plus Transmission Style: Automatic |
| 8 | F | Safety/Restraint: - |
| 9 | 7 | Check digit (ISO 3779) |
| 10 | F | Model year: 2015 |
| 11 | 1 | Plant Information: GYOR HUNGARY |
| 12–17 | 000001–999999 | Sequential production number (varies) |
These items appear in a full VIN report the decoder itself shows factory specifications.
The Audi S3 VIN code is what is used to decode vehicle details and is printed on the inside frame or jamb of the driver-side front door or on the dashboard on the driver’s side.
Digit 1 is where the car was assembled, digit 2 indicates the manufacturer, digit 3 is the vehicle type, digits 4-8 describe the model, body style, engine type, and transmission, digit 9 verifies the VIN is valid, digits 10-11 indicate the model year and factory of assembly, and digits 12-17 are the factory’s production sequence number. Enter the VIN number into the Audi S3 decoder to lookup vehicle details.
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