Audi S3 TFSI Quattro S-A (2022)
Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 121 MOT tests in 2024.
Annual Cost
£2,086
£174/month
MOT Pass Rate
99%
Excellent
Road Tax
£200
Standard rate/year
Est. Insurance
Grp 18-32
1984cc Petrol
Great Choice
99% pass rate, £2,086/year to run. 17 points above average.
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Annual Running Costs
~36 mpg
Standard rate (from April 2017)
Low estimate due to excellent reliability
Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).
Reliability Verdict
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 17 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Audi brand average of 90%.
99% of MOT tests on Audi S3 TFSI Quattro S-As from 2022 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 2 years old. That's based on 121 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 20,438 miles.
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Mileage Analysis
20,438
Average miles
14,800
Expected for age
The average 2022 Audi S3 TFSI Quattro S-A had 20,438 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is above the expected 14,800 miles for a 2-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
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About the 2022 Audi S3 TFSI Quattro S-A
The 2022 Audi S3 TFSI Quattro S-A is a premium car. Our records list a 1984cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 121 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 14% of all 2022 models for MOT pass rate.
With an average of 20,438 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Audi S3 TFSI Quattro S-A owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2022 Audi S3 TFSI Quattro S-A Fuel Costs
The 1984cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,631 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2022 Audi S3 TFSI Quattro S-A?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,086 (£174/month), broken down as £1,631 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 99% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Buying a Used 2022 Audi S3 TFSI Quattro S-A
At 4 years old, the Audi S3 TFSI Quattro S-A offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost.
Common Issues to Watch For
These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.
Service History
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Running Costs Compared
How the 2022 Audi S3 TFSI Quattro S-A stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.
| Car | Pass Rate | Fuel/yr | Tax/yr | Est. Ins. Group | Total/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audi S3 TFSI Quattro S-A(2022) | 99% | £1,631 | £200 | Grp 18-32 | £2,086 |
| Nissan Qashqai(2020) | 93% | £1,398 | £200 | Grp 12-25 | £1,853-£233 |
| Mercedes A(2021) | 94% | £1,631 | £200 | Grp 18-32 | £2,086same |
| Volvo XC40(2020) | 93% | £1,631 | £200 | Grp 18-32 | £2,086same |
| MINI Cooper(2020) | 93% | £1,398 | £200 | Grp 12-25 | £1,853-£233 |
Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.
Questions about the 2022 Audi S3 TFSI Quattro S-A
Is the 2022 Audi S3 TFSI Quattro S-A reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 99% of MOT tests on 2022 Audi S3 TFSI Quattro S-As ended in a pass, from 121 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 17 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.
How much does a 2022 Audi S3 TFSI Quattro S-A cost to run?
Our estimate is £2,086 a year (£174 a month): £1,631 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £200 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.
What is the MOT pass rate for a 2022 Audi S3 TFSI Quattro S-A?
99% of 121 MOT tests on the 2022 Audi S3 TFSI Quattro S-A ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 144th of 1,057 models first registered in 2022 (top 14%).
What is the average mileage for a 2022 Audi S3 TFSI Quattro S-A?
The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2022 Audi S3 TFSI Quattro S-A is 20,438 miles, which is above the expected 14,800 miles for a 2-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
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