2024 Audi S3 Vorsprung Sportback

Audi's S3 sits at the sharp end of the compact hot-hatch class, pairing a 306 bhp turbocharged 2.0-litre four with quattro all-wheel drive and a seven-speed S Tronic gearbox. This 2024 Sportback is in top Vorsprung specification, with a quoted 4.8-second 0-62mph time, and has covered 24,942 miles under a single owner.

The spec is where this one earns its keep. It is finished in Mythos Black with red brake calipers, a combination that gives the S3 a purposeful but understated look. The Technology Pack Pro adds a panoramic opening sunroof, a premium branded sound system and wireless phone charging. Further equipment includes a head-up display, keyless entry, front and rear parking sensors with a rear camera, dual-zone climate control and electrically adjustable front seats with driver memory.

With 400 lb-ft of torque and a claimed 155 mph limited top speed, it remains a quick, usable all-weather performance car. One owner and moderate mileage for its age make it a sensible route into a fully equipped, current-generation S3.