A Planted Technology seat bracket for the Audi A5 and S5, first generation, 2007 to 2016. Part number SB166.
We also list an S5 specific version under SB166-1, which is a variation on this same design rather than a different car. If you are looking at both, send us the registration and we will tell you which one yours takes.
What the S5 needs
The early S5 has the 4.2 V8, which is a heavy engine over the front axle, and the car carries a lot of speed with a great deal of grip. That combination loads you sideways harder than the power figure suggests. The standard seat is comfortable and it gives you nothing to brace against once you are using the car properly.
Nine years is a long generation
Audi facelifted the car partway through and specified the A5 and S5 very differently. The second generation from 2016 takes SB347 and does not interchange, so if your car sits near that boundary, send us the registration.
Before anything comes out
Side airbags, occupancy sensing and powered adjustment are all in these seats, and higher specifications add memory. Tell us the specification.
Handed, so order twice for a pair.
Have you written anything about this exact product?
Yes, we have covered this exact product: Lexus Planted Technology Frames Updated For 2026, and Customer Car: Subaru Impreza With Corbeau RRS Seats and Planted Technology Brackets. That is first-hand coverage from our own builds and showroom, not brochure copy.
Will this fit my car?
This frame is made for the Audi A5. Chassis code and years matter more than the badge, as floor pans change between generations, so if your car sits near a changeover year, send us the registration and we will confirm before you order.
Which seats does it take?
Check the bolt pattern in the specification against your seat. The Compatible seats tab above lists what bolts straight on. If your seat is not listed, tell us what you run and we will confirm the fit.
Do I keep fore-and-aft adjustment?
Only with a sliding runner between the frame and the seat, which is a separate part on Planted frames. If more than one person drives the car, budget for the runner. Our guide to sliding runners explains the options and widths.
Is this for the driver or passenger side?
Both sides are available on this listing, pick driver or passenger side at the point of order (sides listed are for right-hand-drive cars). Left-hand-drive car? Ask us, as the sides swap over and availability varies by model.