Audi S3 0–60 Times
The Audi S3 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 9 verified production tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and MotorWeek and more. A further 2 modified or prototype runs are listed by year but kept out of every record and average, per our methodology.
The fastest tested production Audi S3 is the 2025 Audi S3 Prestige Sedan, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 4.20 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 12.80 seconds at 109.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.
The slowest tested production Audi S3 is the 2015 Audi S3 2.0T Prestige Sedan, which took 4.70 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 13.40 seconds at 102.4 mph, according to Motor Trend.
Across the 9 verified production tests of the Audi S3, the average 0–60 mph time is 4.43 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 13.03 seconds at 106.62 mph.
Separately, 2 modified or prototype runs are on record for the Audi S3, led by the 2009 Audi S3 2.0T MTM Sportback Wagon at 5.30 seconds. These are not stock configurations and are excluded from the figures above.
Fastest 0–60 4.20sec 2025 Prestige Sedan · stock
Average 0–60 4.43sec Across 9 production runs
Fastest Modified 5.30sec 2009 2.0T MTM Sportback Wagon · modified
Avg ¼ Mile 13.03sec @ 106.6 mph trap
Slowest 0–60 4.70sec 2015 2.0T Prestige
Across 9 verified production runs, the Audi S3 ranges from 4.20 to 4.70 seconds 0–60, with a 4.43-second average. 2 modified or prototype runs are recorded separately and excluded from this range.
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Audi S3 Performance Overview
Audi’s S3 performance profile spans 2009 to 2025 in this dataset, covering 11 verified tests across three generations. The recorded arc starts with the 8P-era 2.0-liter turbocharged car, where the 2009 2.0T MTM Sportback Wagon set an early benchmark at 5.3 seconds to 60 mph, while the slowest tested example reached 60 in 5.4 seconds. In these first U.S.-era samples, the S3 established itself as a compact, all-wheel-drive gasoline performance model built around turbocharged four-cylinder output.
With the 8V generation (2013–2020), the S3 moved into a quicker phase as the EA888 2.0-liter turbo four produced 292 hp. The 2015 2.0T Premium Plus Sedan cut the 0-60 time to 4.4 seconds, a figure matched by the 2016 Premium Plus Sedan, while quarter-mile performance moved into the low-13-second range.
The current 8Y generation, introduced for 2022, continues that progression with EA888 power rising from 306 to 328 hp. A 2022 Premium Plus Sedan reached 60 mph in 4.3 seconds, and the current best is the 2025 Prestige Sedan at 4.2 seconds, also the model’s quickest quarter-mile result at 12.8 seconds @ 109 mph. Today, the S3 remains a turbocharged gasoline-only entry point to Audi’s compact S-car performance range.
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Audi S3 0–60 Times by Generation: 8V to 8Y
2 generations| Generation | Years | Avg 0–60 | Fastest 0–60 | Production Tests | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8Y | 2022–present | 4.36s | 4.20s — 2025 Prestige Sedan | 5 | The 8Y generation (2022–present) averaged 4.36 seconds to 60 mph across 5 production tests, led by the 2025 Prestige Sedan at 4.20 seconds. Output ranged from 306 to 328 hp across 2.0L Turbo I-4 configurations. |
| 8V | 2013–2020 | 4.53s | 4.40s — 2016 Premium Plus Sedan | 4 | The 8V generation (2013–2020) averaged 4.53 seconds to 60 mph across 4 production tests, led by the 2016 Premium Plus Sedan at 4.40 seconds. Output was 292 hp across 2.0L Turbo I-4 configurations. |
8Y 2022–present
Avg 0–60 4.36s
Fastest 4.20s
Tests 5
2025 Prestige Sedan
The 8Y generation (2022–present) averaged 4.36 seconds to 60 mph across 5 production tests, led by the 2025 Prestige Sedan at 4.20 seconds. Output ranged from 306 to 328 hp across 2.0L Turbo I-4 configurations.
8V 2013–2020
Avg 0–60 4.53s
Fastest 4.40s
Tests 4
2016 Premium Plus Sedan
The 8V generation (2013–2020) averaged 4.53 seconds to 60 mph across 4 production tests, led by the 2016 Premium Plus Sedan at 4.40 seconds. Output was 292 hp across 2.0L Turbo I-4 configurations.
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Audi S3 0–60 Times by Year and Trim
9 production tests + 2 modified · 6 years ▾
2025 Audi S3
2 production runs Avg 0–60 4.30 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 12.85 sec
Production Tests 2
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2025 Audi S3 Prestige Sedan
4.20sec 0–60
12.80s ¼ mi @ 109.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 4.20 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 12.80 sec
- Trap Speed
- 109.0 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L Turbo I-4
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Transmission
- 7A
- Horsepower
- 328 hp
- Torque
- 295 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 3,549 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 10.8 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 23 C / 31 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Sedan
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #1 of 9 production runs
#04
2025 Audi S3 Prestige Sedan (S Sport)
4.40sec 0–60
12.90s ¼ mi @ 108.7 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 4.40 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 12.90 sec
- Trap Speed
- 108.7 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L Turbo I-4
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Transmission
- 7A
- Horsepower
- 328 hp
- Torque
- 295 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 3,549 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 10.8 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 23 C / 31 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Sedan
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #4 of 9 production runs
How we verify Audi S3 performance data
Records and averages on this page cover verified production runs only; modified and prototype results are listed by year but never folded into them. We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Audi S3 trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.
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Audi S3 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution
0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is fasterEach dot is a verified production test run
0–60 → ¼ mile →
Fastest Recorded run Slowest
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Audi S3 performance FAQs
10 questions The 2025 Audi S3 is quick for a compact sport sedan. The fastest verified 2025 run is 0-60 mph in 4.2 seconds for the Prestige Sedan. Another 2025 test, the Prestige Sedan with S Sport, reached 60 mph in 4.4 seconds. Both 2025 cars use a 328-hp, 295-lb-ft turbocharged EA888 engine and AWD.
The quickest Audi S3 on record is the 2025 Prestige Sedan, which hits 60 mph in 4.2 seconds. It also owns the best quarter-mile result among S3 tests at 12.8 seconds at 109 mph. Across all 11 verified Audi S3 runs, the average 0-60 time is 4.6 seconds.
The fastest stock Audi S3 is also the overall quickest one on record: the 2025 Prestige Sedan at 4.2 seconds from 0-60 mph. There are 11 production Audi S3 tests in total, with no modified examples in the record, so the fastest stock and fastest overall results are the same here.
Across 11 verified Audi S3 tests, the average quarter-mile time is 13.22 seconds at 105 mph. The quickest quarter-mile result belongs to the 2025 Prestige Sedan, which ran 12.8 seconds at 109 mph. The 2025 Prestige Sedan with S Sport was close behind at 12.9 seconds and 108.7 mph.
The 8Y Audi S3, covering 2022 onward, averages 4.36 seconds from 0-60 mph across 5 tests. The quickest 8Y run is the 2025 Prestige Sedan at 4.2 seconds. Power ranges from 306 to 328 hp in this generation, with turbocharged gasoline power and AWD throughout the tested examples.
The 8V Audi S3, sold from 2013 to 2020, averages 4.53 seconds from 0-60 mph across 4 tests. Its fastest recorded run is 4.4 seconds by the 2016 Premium Plus Sedan. Tested 8V cars carry 292 hp and use a turbocharged gasoline setup, keeping them close to newer S3 performance.
The 8P Audi S3, covering 2006 to 2013, is the slowest of the three main generations on record. Across 2 tests, it averages 5.35 seconds from 0-60 mph, with a best of 5.3 seconds from the 2009 2.0T MTM Sportback Wagon. All tested 8P examples are turbocharged gasoline models.
The 8Y generation is the fastest Audi S3 generation on record. It averages 4.36 seconds from 0-60 mph, ahead of the 8V at 4.53 seconds and the 8P at 5.35 seconds. The quickest individual S3 generation result also belongs to the 8Y, with the 2025 Prestige Sedan running 4.2 seconds.
Yes. In verified 2025 testing, the standard 2025 Audi S3 Prestige Sedan reached 60 mph in 4.2 seconds, while the 2025 Prestige Sedan with S Sport did it in 4.4 seconds. The standard Prestige also led in the quarter-mile, running 12.8 seconds at 109 mph versus 12.9 seconds at 108.7 mph.
The fastest Audi S3 trim pattern on record is the Prestige Sedan. Its best 0-60 time is 4.2 seconds, and across 3 tests it averages 4.37 seconds. For comparison, the Premium Plus Sedan has a best of 4.3 seconds and averages 4.43 seconds across its 3 recorded runs.
Sources
Car and Driver
Motor Trend
MotorWeek
0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what an Audi S3 can do, not a single marketing claim.
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