Audi S3 price in Kenya and a full review

Audi S3 price in Kenya will vary depending on the model year and the condition of the car. If you are looking to know the price of this car, you are in the right place. Below, we will look at the different prices of the Audi S3 models and also have a review of the car so that you can decide if it’s your right pick.

Introduction to the Audi S3

Audi S3 is that vehicle is an interesting car, you might know a thing or two about the vehicle, this article however will provide you with a list of all features from the recent Audi S3 models. We are also going to see the prices of Audi S3 models in Kenya, continue reading below if you are interested in this semi-luxury vehicle.

The Audi S3 comes in two body designs, the hatchback(named Sportback by Audi and the Sedan). The Vehicle is manufactured by Audi AG a German automobile manufacturer. The S3 is the sportier version of the Audi A3 and was released to the market in 1999. The main competitor is the Volkswagen Golf R. You can opt for other Audi cars in the S series which include Audi S4, Audi S5, Audi S7, and Audi S8

Audi S3 price in Kenya

You can buy this car from dealers in major towns in Kenya including Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret and Nairobi. Below are the prices of models of this car that have been used abroad.

If the above models are above your budget, you might consider going for a locally used one. This vehicle is not that common in the market and you might take long before finding one on sale by the owner. Below are the prices of locally used Audi S3.

Audi S3 Specifications

To make the right pick of your next car, it is good to look at the specs that the vehicle comes with, below is a list of the exterior, interior and engine specs of the Audi S3. There are various trim levels, the higher you climb, the more features there are. These trim levels include Edition one, Vorsprung and Standard.

The features given below will also vary depending on whether you fo for the sedan or the hatchback, however, we have ensured to create a holistic view of what you should expect from the two vehicles.

1. Audi S3 Exterior

When it comes to the exterior, we can say that you are covered no matter your taste, whether a sedan or a hatchback. The car has a sporty look and curvy lines like in most Audi vehicles.

Here are the exterior specs of the Audi S3:

• The car comes with 5 doors for the Sportback(two front, two rear and the tailgate) and 4 doors for the Sedan(two front and two rear)
• The ground clearance starts from 4.5 inches which is way below the required 6.5 inches that is recommended on Kenyan roads
• Dynamic indicators on the new models
• At the front is a medium-sized grill with the Audi logo and daytime running lights. The front appears more aggressive than that of the A3
• This Sportback comes with 18 inches or 19 inches alloy wheels
• Audi A7 has LED headlights(matrix headlights are available in higher trims) and taillights. Vertical lighting below the headlights amplifies the sporty feel of the vehicle
• For higher trims, the tailgate is automatic
• At the back, you won’t fail to notice the twin exhaust
• You also get a roof spoiler
• Exterior accessories such as the grill and side logo are in silver color for entry trims, on higher trims, they are black
• Since S3 is a sports model, it comes with stiffened sports suspension
• On higher trims(Edition one and Vorsprung), you get adaptive dampers
• Lastly, there are different colors to choose from

2. Audi S3 Interior

The S3 three is designed with young drivers in mind, the interior hence comes with superb tech features and comfort provision.

Below is what you get on the inside:

• The car comes with 5 seats(two front and three on the second row)
• The legroom and headroom of the vehicle is good on both rows
• The car has S sports seats made of Nappa leather
• In the cabin, you will find different storage spaces, this includes the cupholders, center box, door bins, glove box and the seat jacket pockets
• For the Sportback, the boot capacity is 370 Liters which is good, the Sedan boot space can only carry small luggage. To increase the space, fold the rear seats
• There are USB and sockets, you can also charge your phone through the wireless charging feature(available on some trims)
• In recent models, the touch screen infotainment system comes as a standard. This also includes Apple car play and Android auto
• You also get a digital driver’s display
• There are also climate control knobs on the dashboard
• The steering wheel is adjustable
• For safety, the sedan has Lane departure assist, blind monitoring, and active cruise control

3. Audi S3 Engine specs

The engine on the S3 is designed to give power enough to make a sports drive, it is also connected with a computer that helps in the interaction of different features of the vehicle such as adaptive dampers, Quatro system, and driving modes, etc.

Here is a list of engine specs for the Audi S3:

• The engine capacity is 2.0 Liters 4 cylinder petrol turbocharged engine
• The power given by the engine ranges around 310hp
• The transmission on all S3 trims is the 7-speed dual clutch automatic gearbox
• Audi S3 has the Quatro All-Wheel Drive system
• Fuel consumption is between 6.4 l/ 100 km to 9.3 l/ 100 km depending on the driving style and the terrain you are driving on
• Lastly, Audi S3 has a tank capacity of up to 55 Liters

The S3 has a launch control meaning it will wait up to when a certain number of revs are reached(5000revs) for it to engage the turbo. You get that sporty feel when driving this vehicle, it handles well even around corners at high speed. The fuel consumption is also good.

Audi S3 is not a car to hate, it provides choices on the body design, most features that you will need on the interior of the vehicle are available on the S3. The car is also fun to drive and gives a great fuel economy. The maintenance cost is a bit high and so is the buying price.

Bottomline

As you can see from above, the cost of a foreign used Audi S3 which is what most dealers are offering is a bit high, however, a locally used one is more affordable. The running cost of this vehicle is also a bit high because of expensive spare parts and the average fuel economy of the car.