Audi S3 vs. Audi S6
When we compare the Audi S3 to the Audi S6, the Audi S3 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and fuel efficiency. The Audi S6 has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The Audi S3 and Audi S6 have the same overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Audi S3 versus the Audi S6, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Audi S3 versus Audi S6 Pricing
For a new model, the Audi S3's price is between $49,287 and $59,549, with the Audi S6 priced between $80,448 and $94,144.
Audi S3 versus Audi S6 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi S3 and Audi S6 is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Audi S3 being ranked 10 out of 39 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Audi S6 being ranked 4 out of 8 Best Luxury Midsize Cars for the Money.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi S3’s base engine makes 306 horsepower, and the Audi S6 base engine makes 444 horsepower. The S3 is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 464 miles. The S6 is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 502 miles. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Audi S6, 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 trunk space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Audi S3 and the Audi S6 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$49,287 - $59,549
Used Asking Price:
$35,274 - $45,989
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
44.2%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$80,448 - $94,144
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
53.9%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
6.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
7.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
10 out of / 39Ranking
19 out of / 39iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 29Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
2.0T quattro Premium, 2.0T quattro Premium Plus, 2.0T quattro Prestige
Trim Levels
2.9T quattro Premium, 2.9T quattro Premium Plus, 2.9T quattro Prestige
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:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
306 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 1900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.087 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
444 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
442 foot-lbs @ 2900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.099 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):
23 / 32 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
334 / 464 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.9 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
367 / 502 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53 inches
Cargo Space:
8.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
86.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
13.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
98.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3527 lbs
Width:
78.1 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
177.3 inches
Wheelbase:
103.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4486 lbs
Width:
83.1 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
195 inches
Wheelbase:
115.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
225/40R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
21.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
255/35R21
