Audi S3 Maintenance Costs
An Audi S3 will cost about $9,755 for maintenance and repairs during its first 10 years of service.
This beats the industry average for luxury sedan models by $35. There is also a 27.69% chance that a S3 will require a major repair during that time. This is 1.18% better than similar vehicles in this segment. The chart below illustrates how these costs and repair probabilities will increase over time.
An extended warranty is recommended.
$3,103
Cost of maintenance/repair in the first five years.
This is less than the industry average for luxury Sedan models by $9,753.
5%
Chance that this car will need a major repair in its first five years.
This is 28% better than similar vehicles in this segment.
Warranty Score:
Audi S3

A higher score reflects a more reliable car, meaning the likelihood and cost of repairs is lower. An extended warranty is optional but recommended.
This value is determined by the cost of maintenance and the likelihood of repair values.
Get QuoteAudi S3 Maintenance Costs
Year | Major Repair Probability | Annual Costs |
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1 | 2.74% | $409 |
2 | 4.50% | $470 |
3 | 5.10% | $587 |
4 | 9.03% | $744 |
5 | 12.95% | $894 |
6 | 14.63% | $1,164 |
7 | 15.70% | $1,287 |
8 | 20.71% | $1,346 |
9 | 22.44% | $1,401 |
10 | 27.69% | $1,453 |
11 | 41.53% | $1,551 |
12 | 51.66% | $1,690 |
What About Audi S3 Insurance Costs?
The average cost to insure an Audi S3 is about $3,692 per year. This adds up to around $18,460 after 5 years of vehicle ownership. Unlike regular maintenance, this expense can often be lowered by shopping around for lower insurance premiums. Comparing quotes will ensure that you are not overpaying if you already own an Audi S3. Or, if you are just researching, then it would be money-wise to know this cost before buying. Try our Competitive Quote Tool or the form below to get free quotes. Advertising Disclosure
Audi S3 Maintenance Rankings
We've ranked over 300 models from best to worst for Maintenance. See where the Audi S3 ranks for Maintenance compared to other vehicles. Also check out how the S3 stacks up in our rankings for Depreciation, Insurance and Overall Costs.
Other Audi S3 Costs of Ownership
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