Audi Build Guide And Model Years

Did you know that Audi provides a build guide for their vehicles, 1999-present? This guide is an invaluable resource in helping you make sure you find the correct body repair manual.

For example, if you were to search for a 2025 A5, the search results would give you the following options:

  • Audi A5/S5 Cabriolet [F5E] (> 2020)
  • Audi A5/S5/RS5 [FU2] (> 2025)
  • Audi A5/S5/RS 5 Coupe [F5P] (> 2020)
  • Audi A5/S5/RS 5 Sportback [F5F] (> 2020)

If you are looking for a 2025 A5, it would seem you could choose any of the above options. After referring to the build guide, you see that a 2025 A5 can only use the FU2 and F5F manuals.

To locate the guide, log in to the Audi subscription-based website.

  1. Click Service Information (tabs across top of webpage)
  2. Search page opens
  3. Look for For A List Of All Audi Vehicles, Refer To The ➤ Build Guide (middle of webpage)
  4. Click blue Build Guide to download PDF
  5. Scroll to find correct year and model
    • Our example:
      • A5/S5 Sedan - FU2
      • Audi A5/S5/RS 5 Sportback - F5F

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