2018 Audi S3 Prestige
WAUF1GFF3J1081256
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Last listed by Motor Werks - Barrington Auto Mall
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2018 Audi S3 Prestige
VIN WAUF1GFF3J1081256
Market price range
Based on 4 comparable same-build listings — a small sample, treat the band as a rough guide · Market data as of September 11, 2026Love this car? See what else is out there.
2018 Audi S3 Prestige for sale near BarringtonIL
5 cheaper within 50 miles · best $18,998 less
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Listings
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Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Motor Werks - Barrington Auto Mall | Barrington, IL 60010 | $41,990 | 29,968 mi | 2021-10-14 | 1782 d ago |
Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for WAUF1GFF3J1081256Full factory specs for this build →
- ✗ Backup camera
- ✗ Blind-spot monitor
- ✗ Lane departure
- ✗ ABS
- ✗ Electronic stability
Fuel economy (EPA)
Assumes 15,000 miles a year at $3.10/gallon and 25 MPG combined.
5-year cost to own
Beyond the sticker: what this 2018 Audi S3 likely costs over five years at 15,000 mi/yr.
Estimate — insurance and taxes vary by driver and state.
Safety & recalls
NHTSA crash tests & recall campaigns for this model yearThe 2018 Audi S3 has 1 recall campaign as of August 2026. NHTSA rated it 5 out of 5 stars overall. EPA combined fuel economy: 25 MPG.
Tested configuration: 2018 Audi S3 4 DR AWD
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AIR BAGSVolkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Audi S3 Sedan, A3 Sedan, 2016-2018 A3 Etron, 2017-2020 RS3 Sedan, and 2015-2019 A3 Cabriolet vehicles.NHTSA campaign 21V198000
Recall campaigns apply to the model year, not to one car. Check remedy status for this VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Model-level data for the 2018 Audi S3 from NHTSA (recalls, NCAP crash tests) and EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed August 27, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a 2018 Audi S3 over the last 6 months — the market firmed $754 in that span.
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| April 2026 | $22,104 |
| May 2026 | $22,299 |
| June 2026 | $21,144 |
| July 2026 | $21,995 |
| August 2026 | $23,098 |
| September 2026 | $22,858 |
How it compares to rivals
Median asking price for comparable body styles listed near this car| Model | Median price | For sale nearby | vs this car |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Audi S3 Prestige (this car) | $23,937 | 4 | — |
| 2019 Toyota Camry | $19,410 | 31 | −$4,527 |
| 2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class | $17,910 | 25 | −$6,027 |
| 2017 Honda Civic | $17,994 | 25 | −$5,943 |
| 2016 Ford Fusion | $11,697 | 24 | −$12,240 |
| 2020 Honda Accord | $17,995 | 21 | −$5,942 |
Cheapest active listings of each comparable body style in this region — median of what those models actually ask.
Market by model year
Gen 1 · 2015–presentWhat each model year costs right now — live supply, median asking price and how much value each year keeps versus the newest one.
| Year | Units for sale | Median price | vs newest | Avg mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 214 | $58,487 | 100% | — |
| 2025 | 26 | $45,576 | 78% | 10,893 mi |
| 2024 | 43 | $41,086 | 70% | 22,144 mi |
| 2023 | 67 | $36,788 | 63% | 29,924 mi |
| 2022 | 18 | $34,598 | 59% | 41,286 mi |
| 2020 | 16 | $29,270 | 50% | 57,732 mi |
| 2019 | 15 | $25,950 | 44% | 73,530 mi |
| 2018 | 15 | $21,990 | 38% | 78,581 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
