2015 Audi S3 - One Take

Matt reviews the 2015 Audi S3 Sedan at first light on Mulholland Highway's famous "Snake" section. With 300 HP, a dual clutch gearbox, and a world-class interior, is the S3 the perfect daily driver sport sedan?

[ianjohnston]

I, m 78 yr old ex rally driver. I have an s3 and totally agree with this review. Nearest thing to a well balanced rally car that I, ve experienced. Well done guys, great review and well done Audi.👍

[issam]

Just got my Audi S3 in Daytona Grey and its one hell of a car. I also did the Revo Stage 1 ecu software upgrade and now the car does 0 to 60 in 3.7 Seconds and has 365HP with a top speed of 192MPH which is insane for a 2.0L engine. This thing does not need any help on power also looks and comfort and its really the best everyday car you can have. Good Review

[drx]

"It's very roomy in the front..."
*tires squealing in the background*

Gotta love his way of reviewing cars and the One Takes!

[honkpirateroberts]

I tried (and failed) to watch a few other reviews of this car but there are too many hacks out there, too many kids going into dealerships with a GoPro saying "Hey, I'm a YouTube sensation, I'll plug your lot..." and get tossed keys, but immediately ruin it as they speak (MotoManTV for instance) But this sold me on this car.

Thanks for taking the time to make such quality content, you're like the USA's Clarkson, only not punching people in the face over steak.

[MrNuggetface]

Why do I relate to Matt so much more than other car reviewers?

[nutnfancy]

Awesome review dude, I love your work.

[AJBCooper]

honestly I think these One Takes are the best car reviews on youtube. Quick, to the point, tell me what I want to know - and very relatable too. Just proves you don't need the high production value for it to be really enjoyable.

[AKhellbindeR]

Can't wait for the new RS3. I never understood why they didn't bring those outside Europe. That 2.5 liter 5 banger just sounds glorious, and it doesn't get any more "Audi" than 5 cylinders..

[frontsoldatmm]

The $50k price tag is only for a Prestige S3.  I bought my 2015 Premium plus S3 with navigation, magnetic ride/performance package, and B&O sound system and I got it for $45, 100.  At that price point this car kicks serious ass and this coming from a guy who traded in a 2012 STI to get the S3.  Its got everything that I wish my STI had-, performance, luxury, and good tech, For me at least the S3 is hard to beat for a car in the mid 40s price range....

[forrestjenkins]

I’ve had my S3 for almost five years and I have loved it. It’s my daily driver and it’s perfect for that. If you have to commute, you might as well have a little fun. You can hit yourself daily triple with no effort at all.

[jhaze]

S3 is an awesome car! Small and nimble with good power

[felix]

APR's Stage 1 Golf R did high 11's to low 12's in the 1/4 mile, so the engine seems very responsive to a tune

[wsmiteh]

Best car reviews on youtube, or anywhere for that matter, by far. Good mix of content, good diversity, and you do a really good job of keeping your own bias out of them for the most part... Seems like you have the ability to appreciate a car for what it is, be it $1000, or which is something that many many others lack. Keep it up Matt!

[hovnojede]

THE RIGHT SIZE, yes, that aspect gets overlooked very often. Last gen E90 BMW was the right size, the new one is kinda on the edge, this Audi seems to be the right size, too. I like it a lot. And you really seemed to enjoy it, too, great vid again.

[willesco]

Thank you. Because of this review I'm buying an S3 with 18k miles for 30k which is a steal. Much appreciated

[HeliRy]

Had a 2016 A3 and honestly, it was a riot! I can imagine the S3 would be awesome to go burning around in.

[JonasRosenven]

Damn, Matt. Your concept here is so simple and enjoyable. It's like eating hot dogs whilst being drunk. I mean that in the best possible way. It's just good clean fun :)

[kylepasta]

or just go buy a b5 and dump 20k into it and have a monster.
I mean a stock monster, cuz that's 20k of maintenence lol

[henrike]

I prefer manual transmission but i would pick the S-Tronic over manual any day, but in Europe we have the option to choose between S-Tronic (DSG) OR Manual. But people complaining about the "automatic" gearbox don't have a clue about the DSG transmission, that's one of the fastest transmission ever (plus the DSG fart). And well, you still have paddles on the wheel...

[ericandcolleen]

Great review and I agree it is a fun car to drive.  I traded in my 13 S4 and picked up a 15 S3 with the mag ride and could not be happier.