The Audi S3 was updated for the 2025 model year, with some impressive performance changes from last year's model.

Audi S3 adds real performance tech from the powerful RS3, but still swims in its A3 roots. In many ways, the 2025 Audi S3 has moved even more towards the center, bridging the gap between the mellow ...

When it comes to compact sports sedans, the new Audi S3 is about as good as it gets.

The RS3 offers all-season usability that isn't hampered by the understeer traditionally plaguing Audi models in these types ...

Although it's no quicker in a straight line, the 2025 RS3 is 7 seconds faster around the Ring than its predecessor ...

All cars in the UK get RS suspension (10mm lower than the S3, adaptive suspension ... Yes, the RS3 is a busy little bee with lots to keep you engaged. Take the Audi Drive Select system for example ...

For 2025, the Audi S3 gets more than just a facelift—it gets a serious performance boost. The headline upgrade is a standard torque splitter borrowed from the award-winning RS3. Yup, the same ...

and the 2025 Audi RS3 is a great example of the trend. A recent update has left the RS3 quicker and sharper than ever, while new body parts, visual enhancements, and a new steering wheel freshen ...

The Audi S3 gets a midcycle facelift and performance ... It gets 22 more horsepower and a rear diff from the RS3. Prices start at an entirely reasonable $49,995. Available now.

There's no doubt an RS3 would be even quicker, but you'd be using a smaller portion of its overall potential. The 2025 Audi S3 is already on sale and has a starting price of $49,995 for the base ...

I drove a 2022 RS 3 for this review, but little has changed for 2023 (see the two model years compared). Related: 2023 Audi A3, S3, RS 3 Enter New Year With Minimal Updates, New Base Price I was ...