2018 Audi S3 vs. 2018 Jaguar XF
When comparing the 2018 Audi S3's and the 2018 Jaguar XF's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Audi S3 has the advantage in the areas of resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2018 Jaguar XF has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the 2018 Audi S3's and the 2018 Jaguar XF's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Jaguar XF is a better car than the 2018 Audi S3.
2018 Audi S3 vs. 2018 Jaguar XF Pricing
A used 2018 Audi S3 ranges from $25,995 to $36,338 while a used 2018 Jaguar XF is priced between $18,603 to $35,983.
2018 Audi S3 vs. 2018 Jaguar XF Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 Audi S3 loses 44.2 percent of its value and the 2018 Jaguar XF loses 59.7 percent of its value. This means the 2018 Audi S3 retains 15.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 Jaguar XF.
2018 Audi S3 vs. 2018 Jaguar XF Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi S3 is 8.4 out of 10 while the Jaguar XF's quality rating is 7.3 out of 10. This results in the Audi S3 being ranked 1 out of 6 Best Luxury Subcompact Cars and the Jaguar XF being ranked 17 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars.
2018 Audi S3 vs. 2018 Jaguar XF Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi S3 is 6.6 out of 10. For the Jaguar XF the reliability rating is 7.7 out of 10. This gives the Jaguar XF an advantage in reliability compared to the Audi S3.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2018 Audi S3’s base engine makes 292 horsepower, and the 2018 Jaguar XF base engine makes 247 horsepower. The S3 is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 406 miles. The XF is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 663 miles. This gives the 2018 Jaguar XF the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2018 Audi S3. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2018 Jaguar XF, a midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2018 Audi S3 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
25995 - 36338
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.442254
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
18603 - 35983
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.597439
Audi S3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
6.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Jaguar XF Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.3 / 10
Reliability:
7.7 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi S3 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 5Ranking
4 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 6Ranking
6 out of / 21Ranking
6 out of / 6Ranking
10 out of / 36Ranking
14 out of / 36Ranking
18 out of / 31Ranking
19 out of / 36Ranking
25 out of / 36Ranking
32 out of / 36Ranking
33 out of / 36Jaguar XF Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 20Ranking
14 out of / 29Ranking
17 out of / 29Ranking
21 out of / 29Ranking
25 out of / 29Ranking
25 out of / 29Ranking
28 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
2018 Audi S3 Trim Levels
2.0T quattro Premium Plus, 2.0T quattro Prestige
2018 Jaguar XF Trim Levels
20d, 20d Premium, 20d Prestige, 20d R-Sport, 25t, 25t Premium, 25t Prestige, 25t R-Sport, 30t Portfolio Limited Edition, 30t Premium, 30t Prestige, 30t R-Sport, 35t Portfolio Limited Edition, 35t Premium, 35t Prestige, 35t R-Sport, S
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
292 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
280 foot-lbs @ 1900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.084 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
247 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
269 foot-lbs @ 1200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.069 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 28 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
319 / 406 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 34 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
488 / 663 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53 inches
Cargo Space:
10 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
86.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.4 inches
Cargo Space:
19.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
95.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3461 lbs
Width:
77.2 inches
Height:
54.8 inches
Length:
175.8 inches
Wheelbase:
103.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3604 lbs
Width:
82.3 inches
Height:
57.4 inches
Length:
195 inches
Wheelbase:
116.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/40R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R18