2023 Audi S3 vs. S4 Comparison | Hoffman Estates, IL
Superb power, exciting handling, and advanced technology fill both the 2023 Audi S3 and S4 luxury sport sedans. The Audi S4 is a bit larger than its S3 counterpart, and comes with a V6 engine, high-end craftsmanship, and comfort features. However, the S3 proves itself an agile handler along city streets — with brilliant exterior colors to match its energetic persona. Compare the key features and specs for each Audi luxury sport sedan using this model comparison created by the specialists at Audi Hoffman Estates. For additional information, see our Audi S4 review or S3 review.
To compare the S4 and S3 in person, view our available inventory in Hoffman Estates, IL, and schedule a test drive with the Audi sedan you prefer.
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2023 Audi S3 vs. S4 Interior Comfort & Tech
Step inside the 2023 Audi S3 or S4 and you’ll be greeted with a variety of luxury amenities and advanced systems. Premium material options like fine Nappa leather and Carbon Atlas inlays in either vehicle add a high-class look and feel, and both sedans can seat up to five people inside. The S4 is exclusively available with heated rear seats and ventilated front seats for all-seasons comfort, while its standard power-adjustable bolsters and massage function for the front seats provide a special ride on your next drive.
Both models offer these similar interior features:
- Sunroof (panoramic in S3)
- Three-zone climate control
- Auto-dimming rear view mirror
- Split-folding 40/20/20 rear seatbacks
- Heated front seats
In terms of connectivity, the 2023 Audi S3 and S4 both feature the Audi smartphone interface with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ smartphone compatibility. An Audi phone box in the S4 helps amplify your cell signal while your phone is on the wireless phone charger. Interact with your infotainment via prominently placed MMI® touch display that seemingly floats at the top of the dash in the S4 or on the 10.1-inch touchscreen tucked a bit lower into the center stack in the S3.
Similar available technology features include:
- Audi virtual cockpit plus
- MMI® Navigation plus
- Wireless charging pad
- Bang & Olufsen® sound system with 3D sound
2023 Audi S3
2023 Audi S3
2023 Audi S3 vs. S4 Engine, Transmission, & Horsepower
A thrilling drive awaits whether you select the 2023 Audi S3 or S4. The S3 comes equipped with a potent turbocharged inline four-cylinder engine that makes over 300 horsepower. Not to be outdone, the S4 features a muscular six-cylinder engine under the hood that makes nearly 350 horsepower. Both models are exclusively paired with quattro® all-wheel drive (AWD) for exceptional handling and capability. While both models come with an automatic transmission, you get a seven-speed S tronic® transmission on the S3 and an eight-speed tiptronic® transmission on the S4. Audi drive select on both models allows you to customize the ride to your specifications.
For an even more exciting drive, add the S sport package to the S3 to receive a sport suspension with damper control. The S4 also offers an S sport package with a sport adaptive damping suspension and sport rear differential, as well as an optional Dynamic steering system for precise and exciting driving experience.
| Audi S3 | Model | Audi S4 |
|---|---|---|
| 2.0L four-cylinder | Engine | 3.0L six-cylinder |
| 306 HP | Horsepower | 349 HP |
| 295 lb.-ft. | Torque | 369 lb.-ft. |
| 23 city / 32 hwy | MPG | 21 city / 30 hwy |
| 4.5 sec. | Acceleration (0-60 MPH) | 4.4 sec. |
2023 Audi S3 vs. S4 Weight & Size
Overall, the 2023 Audi S4 is slightly larger than the S3, measuring in just over 10 inches longer, over an inch wider, and just slightly taller. Together, this increased size helps the S4 weigh in just over 300 pounds heavier than the S3. Compare the size specs for both premium sedans in the accompanying table.
| Audi S3 | Model | Audi S4 |
|---|---|---|
| 3,538 lbs. | Curb Weight | 3,847 lbs. |
| 177.3 in. | Length | 187.5 in. |
| 187.5 in. | Wheelbase | 111 in. |
| 55.8 in. | Height | 56.2 in. |
| 71.5 in. | Width (without mirrors) | 72.7 in |
2023 Audi S3 vs. S4 Exterior Color Options
Choose from a wide range of bold and understated color options for the 2023 Audi S3 and S4. The S3 is uniquely available with bright colors like Python Yellow metallic and Turbo Blue, while the S4 offers more sophisticated colors like District Green metallic and Chronos Gray metallic.
2023 Audi S3
- Ibis White
- Turbo Blue
- Glacier White
- Mythos Black
- Navarra Blue
- Python Yellow
- Tango Red
- Daytona Gray
2023 Audi S4
- Ibis White
- Chronos Gray
- District Green
- Glacier White
- Mythos Black
- Navarra Blue
- Tango Red
- Daytona Gray
2023 Audi S3 vs. S4 Safety Features
Support your drives with advanced driver assistance features in both the 2023 Audi S3 and S4. While several features are shared between the two models, there are also several differences to consider. The S3 features a rear view camera to give you a view behind your sedan, but the S4 is offered with a top-view camera to provide a comprehensive visual for parking and reversing. Both sedans include Audi pre sense® basic, which automatically takes actions to protect you if a collision is imminent, as standard equipment. The S3 also includes Audi pre sense® front, while the S4 can be had with Audi pre sense® rear, Audi pre sense® city, and Audi side assist with rear cross traffic assist and vehicle exit warning.
Shared available safety features include:
- Head-up display
- Audi adaptive cruise control
- Park assist
- Audi active lane assist
- Traffic sign recognition
2023 Audi S4
2022 Audi S3 vs. 2022 Audi S4 | Hoffman Estates, IL
If you’re wondering what the similarities and differences are between the 2022 Audi S3 and 2022 Audi S4, the team at Audi Hoffman Estates in Hoffman Estates, IL, put together this comparison to help provide a clearer picture for you. Both models offer spirited performance and five-passenger comfort, and both come equipped with some of the same exterior and interior features. But they do differ in some key areas.
Once you determine which model is the right Audi for you, search our new inventory to locate a preferred model and trim and contact us at (888) 698-1441 or via text or chat if you’d like to set up a test drive appointment. Take a look at our current finance and lease offers, too, for added incentive on your favorite S3 or S4.
The 2022 Audi S3 has a starting MSRP of $45,800, while the 2022 Audi S4 starts at $51,900 MSRP.
2022 Audi S3 vs. S4 Exterior Design
In terms of exterior styling, the 2022 Audi S3 pushes the sporty design envelope a bit more than the refined-looking 2022 Audi S4. But don’t let that fool you. While a bit more understated in its exterior expression, the 2022 S4 has a potent powertrain under the hood plus features that further elevate this luxury sport sedan’s responsiveness, handling, and overall driving experience.
Among the exterior design features the two models share:
- Bold exterior color options like Navarra Blue metallic, Turbo Blue, and Tango Red metallic
- Matrix-design LED headlights on higher trims
- S model quad exhaust tips
- Body-color trunk-mounted rear lip spoiler
- Available S Sport package
- Available Black optic packageÂ
The 2022 S3 features a Platinum gray Singleframe® grille with honeycomb design, full LED headlights with daytime running light signature, full LED tail lights with dynamic turn signals, electrically adjustable heated exterior mirrors, 18-inch five-arm flag design platinum wheels, and alu-optic exterior window surrounds.
The 2022 S4 features a distinctive honeycomb-style mesh design grille, alu-optic mirror housings, LED headlights with daytime running light signature; LED tail lights with dynamic rear indicators (plus animation on higher trim), power-adjustable heated exterior side mirrors with memory, aluminum trim around exterior windows, and 18-inch five-Y-spoke design wheels.
2022 Audi S3 vs. S4 Interior Design & Technology
Distinctive seating details inside the 2022 S3 and 2022 S4 help differentiate the in-cabin experience. Similar features include:
- Panoramic sunroof
- Rear view camera
- Three-zone climate control
- Keyless engine start/stop
- Heated front seats
- Split-folding 40/20/40 rear seatbacks
- Three-spoke, multifunction steering wheel with shift paddles
- Audi sound system or 14-speaker Bang & Olufsen® sound system with 3D sound
- Audi MMI® infotainment display with 10.1-inch screen or MMI® Navigation plus
- Bluetooth® wireless technology preparation
- SiriusXM® Satellite Radio
- Audi phone box
- Head-up display on higher trims
- HomeLink® garage door opener
- Audi advanced key
- Stainless steel pedals
The 2022 Audi S3 also comes with leather seating surfaces with S embossed logo on front seats, eight-way power front sport seats with four-way power lumbar, memory for driver’s seat, Audi virtual cockpit plus with 12.3-in. touchscreen on higher trim, and Audi smartphone interface with wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™.
The 2022 Audi S4 adds heated rear seats, leather/Dinamica seating surfaces with a distinctive diamond-stitched quilting pattern, top view camera system with Virtual 360 view, auto-dimming interior rear view mirror with digital compass and Integrated Toll Module®, and the Audi virtual cockpit.
2022 Audi S3 vs. S4 Engine Specs & Fuel Economy
Both the 2022 S3 and 2022 S4 deliver exhilarating, smooth, responsive rides. Which powertrain do you prefer?Â
|
2022 Audi S3 |
Model |
2022 Audi S4 |
|
2.0L inline turbocharged four-cylinder |
Engine |
3.0L 24-valve DOHC twin-scroll turbocharged V6 |
|
Seven-speed S tronic® dual-clutch automatic transmission |
Transmission |
Eight-speed Tiptronic® automatic transmission |
|
quattro® AWD |
Drive System |
quattro® AWD |
|
306 HP |
Horsepower |
349 HP |
|
295 lb.-ft. |
Torque |
369 lb.-ft. |
|
Zero to 60 MPH in 4.5 seconds |
Acceleration |
Zero to 60 MPH in 4.4 seconds |
|
23 city/32 hwy |
Fuel Economy (MPG) |
21 city/30 hwy |
2022 Audi S3 vs. S4 Size & Cargo Space
The 2022 Audi S4 sedan boasts a larger footprint than the 2022 Audi S3 ― in terms of length, width, and wheelbase ― but both models employ efficient use of space. View key dimensions in the accompanying chart.
|
2022 Audi S3 |
Model |
2022 Audi S4 |
|
5 |
Seating Capacity |
5 |
|
103.5 in. |
Wheelbase |
111 in. |
|
10 cu.-ft. |
Cargo Volume |
12 cu.-ft. |
|
41.2 in. |
Front Legroom |
41.3 in. |
|
35.2 in. |
Rear Legroom |
35.7 in. |
|
177 in. |
Length |
188 in. |
|
72 in. |
Width |
73 in. |
|
56 in. |
Height |
56 in. |
2022 Audi S3 vs. S4 Safety Options & Features
Both the 2022 S3 and 2022 S4 have high beam assist, lane departure warning, Audi pre sense® basic, Audi drive select, Audi side assist with rear cross traffic alert, park assist, traffic sign recognition, a head-up display, and a review view camera.Â
The 2022 Audi S3 also features adaptive cruise assist with lane guidance, while the 2022 Audi S4 adds:
- Top view camera with Virtual 360 view
- Adaptive cruise control with Traffic Jam assist and Audi active lane assist
- Audi pre sense® city and rear
- Parking system plusÂ
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