Does the 2020 Audi S3 need premium gas?
Yes. Premium.
$288extra a year
- Premium listed for the TFSI Premium AWD.
- All 4 trims list premium.
- Required or only recommended: the data does not say.
- 52% of 92 sedans (2020) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S line Premium 2.0 TFSI quattro | 2.0L | Premium | 25 | $1,536 | $1,824 |
| S line Premium Plus 2.0 TFSI quattro | 2.0L | Premium | 25 | $1,536 | $1,824 |
| TFSI Premium AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 25 | $1,536 | $1,824 |
| TFSI Premium Plus AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 25 | $1,536 | $1,824 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 Audi S3 | TFSI Premium AWD | Premium |
| 2020 Genesis G80 | 3.8 RWD | Regular |
| 2020 Audi A4 Allroad | Premium AWD | Premium |
| 2020 BMW 3 Series | 330i RWD | Premium |
| 2020 Jaguar XE | S RWD | Premium |
| 2020 Lexus ES | 350 FWD | Regular |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
- 2 or more sources
- 1 source
- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree