2024 Audi S3

The 2024 Audi S3 is a compact performance sedan known for its blend of sporty handling, upscale interior, and technology. It comes standard with a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four engine producing 306 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque. The sole transmission option is a 7-speed S tronic dual-clutch automatic transmission. Owners often praise the S3 for its quick acceleration, agile handling, and well-appointed cabin. Common dislikes include a somewhat firm ride and a relatively high price point compared to competitors.

Engine

2.0-Liter Turbocharged Inline-Four

• Turbocharger Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Loss of power, whistling or whining noise from the engine bay, check engine light.
  • Solution: Turbocharger replacement.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $3,500+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Coolant Leaks
  • Description/Symptoms: Low coolant level, coolant warning light, visible coolant leaks under the vehicle, overheating. This issue may be related to the water pump or thermostat housing.
  • Solution: Repair or replacement of the leaking component (water pump, thermostat housing, hoses).
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,500+
  • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

7-Speed S tronic Dual-Clutch Automatic

• Hesitation or Jerking During Shifts
  • Description/Symptoms: Hesitation or jerky shifts, particularly at low speeds or during initial acceleration.
  • Solution: Software update or mechatronic unit replacement.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $3,000+ depending on the fix
  • Recalls: None Found
• Clutch Slippage
  • Description/Symptoms: Loss of power during acceleration, engine revving without corresponding increase in speed.
  • Solution: Clutch replacement.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,500 - $4,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Adaptive Damper Malfunction (if equipped)
  • Description/Symptoms: Stiff or uneven ride quality, suspension warning light, error message on the infotainment screen.
  • Solution: Damper replacement or recalibration.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $800 - $2,000+ per damper
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Infotainment System Freezing/Crashing
  • Description/Symptoms: Infotainment screen freezing, system restarts, loss of functionality (navigation, audio, etc.).
  • Solution: Software update or infotainment unit replacement.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $0 - $2,000+ depending on fix
  • Recalls: None Found
• Sensor Malfunctions (Parking Sensors, Blind Spot Monitoring)
  • Description/Symptoms: False alerts, failure to detect objects, error messages.
  • Solution: Sensor replacement or recalibration.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $800+ per sensor
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• No Issues Found

Interior

• Rattling/Squeaking Noises
  • Description/Symptoms: Annoying rattles or squeaks emanating from the dashboard, door panels, or seats.
  • Solution: Diagnosis and tightening/replacement of affected components.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $500+ depending on fix
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 2024 Audi S3, while generally reliable, faces some potential issues. The most concerning involve the engine’s turbocharger and the transmission’s dual-clutch system, which can lead to costly repairs. Electrical glitches in the infotainment system and sensor malfunctions are also prevalent. Suspension issues are less common but possible. Overall, while issues do exist, they do not appear to be widespread at this time. The potential cost of these repairs, however, can be significant, especially for engine and transmission-related problems.