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2020 Audi S3 TFSI PremiumPlus

$20,595

85,302 miles
Used
Elizabeth, NJ

83/100 suitability for First Car

Condition-adjusted · −3 for wear

The 2020 Audi S3 appears to be in excellent condition with no visible rust, dents, or interior wear.

Reviewed 4 interior and 4 exterior photos.

Rust ✓ · No visible rust on exterior.
Dents / body ✓ · No visible dents or body damage.
Interior ✓ · Interior appears clean and in good condition.
Listing notes ✓
Mileage for age −3 · A bit above average for the age (85,302 mi over ~6 yr)

Estimated from listing photos; may miss hidden or un-photographed damage.

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First Car suitability

2020 Audi S3

86 /100

Confidence: High — 100% of the scoring weight is backed by data

Safety 90/100

4.5 / 5 NHTSA stars (averaged) weight 40%

Reliability Index 100/100

1 NHTSA complaints on record weight 30%

Fuel Economy 47/100

25 MPG combined (EPA) weight 10%

Recall Risk 75/100

1 recall on record weight 20%

The 2020 Audi S3 has an overall suitability score of 86 out of 100, making it a strong candidate for a first car based on the data provided. The score is highly reliable, with 100% of the scoring weight backed by data. Safety is a significant strength of this vehicle, with a score of 90 out of 100, based on an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars from the NHTSA, and it carries the most weight in the overall score at 40%. Reliability is another strong point, scoring a perfect 100 out of 100, with only one NHTSA complaint on record, contributing 30% to the overall score.

The fuel economy of the 2020 Audi S3, however, is less impressive, scoring 47 out of 100, with a combined EPA rating of 25 MPG, though this factor only contributes 10% to the overall score. The recall risk is moderate, with a score of 75 out of 100, based on one recall on record, and it contributes 20% to the overall score. Overall, the vehicle's high scores in safety and reliability are key strengths, while the lower fuel economy score is a consideration for potential buyers.

Recorded recalls (1)

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