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Free Audi S3 VIN Decoder

Decode your Audi S3 VIN number free for full specifications, engine, power, transmission and body, plus recalls and safety ratings. Covers 7 variants (1999–2016). No registration.

1999–2016 7 variants Hatchback Petrol
Audi S3
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Audi S3 specs by variant

Engine, power, transmission and emissions for each S3 variant in our database.

VariantYearsFuelEnginePowerGearboxDriveCO₂
2.0L TFSI quattro 6MT AWD (310 HP) 2016 Petrol 2.0 L 306 bhp MANUAL 6sp — —
2.0L TFSI 6MT AWD (300 HP) 2013–2016 Petrol 2.0 L 296 bhp MANUAL 6sp — —
2.0L TFSI 7AT AWD (300 HP) 2013–2016 Petrol 2.0 L 296 bhp AUTOMATIC 7sp — —
2.0 TFSI 6AT AWD (265 HP) 2008–2012 Petrol 2.0 L 261 bhp AUTOMATIC 6sp — —
2.0 TFSI 6MT AWD (265 HP) 2008–2012 Petrol 2.0 L 261 bhp MANUAL 6sp — —
1.8T 6MT AWD (225 HP) 2001–2003 Petrol 1.8 L 221 bhp MANUAL 6sp — —
1.8T quattro 6MT (210 HP) 1999 Petrol 1.8 L 207 bhp MANUAL 6sp — —

Specifications are indicative, from open data (cardata.wiki). Decode your VIN above to confirm the exact build.

Why decode a Audi S3 VIN?

The VIN confirms the exact engine, gearbox and trim, exposes outstanding recalls, and verifies the car matches its paperwork, so you can be sure a used S3 is what the advert claims before you buy.

Other S3 generations and versions

The same nameplate across body styles and chassis generations.

S3 CabrioletS3 SedanS3 Sportback

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Audi S3 VIN FAQ

What does a Audi S3 VIN tell you?+
A Audi S3 VIN decodes to the exact variant, engine, transmission, body type, model year and factory options. Our free decoder also checks recalls and available safety ratings.
Where is the VIN on a Audi S3?+
Look at the base of the windscreen on the driver's side, on the driver's door-jamb sticker, and on the vehicle registration document (V5C / title).
What years was the Audi S3 made?+
Our database covers the Audi S3 for model years 1999–2016, across 7 variants.
Is the Audi S3 VIN check free?+
Yes, decoding specifications, recalls and safety ratings is completely free and needs no registration. A paid full-history report (mileage, theft, accidents) is optional.

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