Service and repair manuals for 7 model years of the Audi A5 Sportback, 2018 to 2024. Each manual is matched to one exact year — the specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Audi published for that year's engine and trim, not values carried across the whole production run.
Engines across the range: 2.0L I4 — 121 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged.
Federal safety record, all years: 16 recalls, 159 owner complaints and 6,123 technical service bulletins are logged for the A5 Sportback. Refreshed 2026-08-21.
01 / Model yearsChoose your A5 Sportback year
| Year | Price | Recalls | Engines | Trims | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $40.99 | — | 2.0L I4 | Komfort Hatchback 4-Door · Select Hatchback 4-Door · Prestige Hatchback 4-Door · Technik Hatchback 4-Door +4 | select |
| 2023 | $40.99 | — | 2.0L I4 | Komfort Hatchback 4-Door · Select Hatchback 4-Door · Prestige Hatchback 4-Door · Technik Hatchback 4-Door +4 | select |
| 2022 | $40.99 | 1 | 2.0L I4 | Komfort Hatchback 4-Door · Select Hatchback 4-Door · Prestige Hatchback 4-Door · Technik Hatchback 4-Door +4 | details → |
| 2021 | $40.99 | 4 | 2.0L I4 | Komfort Hatchback 4-Door · Select Hatchback 4-Door · Prestige Hatchback 4-Door · Technik Hatchback 4-Door +4 | details → |
| 2020 | $40.99 | 4 | 2.0L I4 | Komfort Hatchback 4-Door · Prestige Hatchback 4-Door · Technik Hatchback 4-Door · Premium Hatchback 4-Door +2 | details → |
| 2019 | $40.99 | 3 | 2.0L I4 | Komfort Hatchback 4-Door · Select Hatchback 4-Door · Prestige Hatchback 4-Door · Technik Hatchback 4-Door +5 | details → |
| 2018 | $40.99 | 4 | 2.0L I4 | Komfort Hatchback 4-Door · Prestige Hatchback 4-Door · Technik Hatchback 4-Door · Premium Hatchback 4-Door +2 | details → |
Related Audi models: Audi A5 2008–2024
02 / InsideSample pages
From the 2024 A5 Sportback manual.
03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers
- Quick Lookups 527
- General Information 1,737
- Accessories & Equipment 3,503
- Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 1,055
- Body & Frame 3,042
- Hybrid/Electric Powertrain 566
- Brakes 419
- Maintenance 66
- Drivelines & Axles 424
- Restraints 394
- Electrical 1,327
- Steering 162
- Engine Mechanical 1,079
- Suspension 841
- Engine Performance 724
- Transmission 432
- Front 200
- Rear 200
04 / Other yearsOther A5 Sportback years
2024 Audi A5 Sportback · $40.99 select →
Engines: 2.0L I4 — 121 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Komfort Hatchback 4-Door · Select Hatchback 4-Door · Prestige Hatchback 4-Door · Technik Hatchback 4-Door · S Line Hatchback 4-Door · Premium Hatchback 4-Door · Premium Plus Hatchback 4-Door · Progressiv Hatchback 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2024 A5 Sportback. 9 complaints · 750 TSBs.
2023 Audi A5 Sportback · $40.99 select →
Engines: 2.0L I4 — 121 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Komfort Hatchback 4-Door · Select Hatchback 4-Door · Prestige Hatchback 4-Door · Technik Hatchback 4-Door · S Line Hatchback 4-Door · Premium Hatchback 4-Door · Premium Plus Hatchback 4-Door · Progressiv Hatchback 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2023 A5 Sportback. 11 complaints · 881 TSBs.
05 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it
| Option | What you pay | After a year |
|---|---|---|
| eManualStore A5 Sportback manual | $40.99 once | Still yours |
| Per-vehicle online subscription | from $29 / year, renewing | Pay again or lose access |
| Library membership services | $33 / month, capped | $396 spent, nothing kept |
| Professional shop databases | $499–$2,388 / year | Renew or lose access |
Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.
FAQQuestions about the A5 Sportback manual
Which A5 Sportback years does this manual cover?
Every year from 2018 to 2024 — 7 separate manuals, one per model year. Pick your year in the selector; the manual you receive is matched to that exact year, engine and trim.
Is this the OEM Audi A5 Sportback manual or an aftermarket guide?
The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Audi published for the A5 Sportback, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.
Does it include A5 Sportback wiring diagrams?
Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every A5 Sportback manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.
Does the manual cover A5 Sportback recalls?
16 recalls are on federal record across the 2018–2024 A5 Sportback, listed by year below. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind the systems involved; the recall repairs themselves are performed free by Audi dealers.
Why do some A5 Sportback years cost more?
Every A5 Sportback year is $40.99.
Is this a subscription?
No. One payment, and the manual is yours to keep — unlike per-vehicle subscriptions that renew every year.
How do I get the manual after purchase?
It is a digital manual — nothing ships. Access details arrive by email right after checkout, and you can use it on any device.
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