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Bilstein shocks, struts and kits for the 2009–2013 Audi A3

Bilstein lists 18 parts for the 2009–2013 Audi A3, across 6 lines from the B4 OE Replacement to the B16 coilovers. Lowered setups are listed too.

Front, extended
501–553 mm19.7–21.8 in
Front, collapsed
377–425 mm14.8–16.7 in
Rear, extended
564–585 mm22.2–23.0 in
Rear, collapsed
370–373 mm14.6–14.7 in
Lowering options
10–50 mm

Narrow it to your A3

Submodel

Good, better, best

One pick from each Bilstein tier that fits at stock height, compared side by side.

Front

Struts
GoodB4 OE Replacement

22-131614

B4 OE Replacement Strut Assembly

Sold each · 2 per axle

  • Standard Suspension
BetterB6 Performance

35-108177

B6 Performance Strut Assembly

Sold each · 2 per axle

Rear

Shocks

Check fitment with us before ordering: Bilstein's notes decide which one fits.

GoodB4 OE Replacement

19-127439

B4 OE Replacement Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

  • Standard or Sport Suspension
  • For use with M14 lower mounting bolt
BetterB6 Performance

24-172936

B6 Performance Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

  • For use with M14 lower mounting bolt

18 parts for the 2013 Audi A3

Grouped by where they go, then by Bilstein line. Parts made only for a lifted or lowered vehicle say so.

Front

Good B4 OE Replacement

Better B6 Performance

Better B8 Performance Plus

Rear

Good B4 OE Replacement

Better B6 Performance

Better B8 Performance Plus

Front and rear

Best B12 Pro-Kit & Sportline

46-183095 B12 Pro-Kit Suspension Kit

Sold eachFor lowered vehicles

  • Base only
  • Front Lowered Height: 30mm, up to 1065kg Axle Load
  • Rear Lowered Height: 30mm, up to 1005kg Axle Load
  • With 50mm Outside Strut Diameter
  • Check which applies to your vehicle

46-183101 B12 Pro-Kit Suspension Kit

Sold eachFor lowered vehicles

  • Front Lowered Height: 30mm, up to 1155kg Axle Load
  • Rear Lowered Height: 30mm, up to 1005kg Axle Load
  • With 50mm Outside Strut Diameter
  • Check which applies to your vehicle

46-183125 B12 Pro-Kit Suspension Kit

Sold eachFor lowered vehicles

  • Front Lowered Height: 30mm, up to 1155kg Axle Load
  • Rear Lowered Height: 30mm, up to 1125kg Axle Load
  • Without Electronic Suspension
  • With 50mm Outside Strut Diameter
  • Check which applies to your vehicle

46-183422 B12 Sportline Suspension Kit

Sold eachFor lowered vehicles

  • Base only
  • Front Lowered Height: 45-50mm, up to 1130kg Axle Load
  • Rear Lowered Height: 35-40mm, up to 1010kg Axle Load
  • Without Electronic Suspension
  • With 50mm Outside Strut Diameter
  • Check which applies to your vehicle

46-194541 B12 Pro-Kit Suspension Kit

Sold eachFor lowered vehicles

  • Base only
  • Front Lowered Height: 30mm, up to 1065kg Axle Load
  • Rear Lowered Height: 30mm, up to 1005kg Axle Load
  • With 55mm Outside Strut Diameter
  • Check which applies to your vehicle

46-194558 B12 Pro-Kit Suspension Kit

Sold eachFor lowered vehicles

  • Front Lowered Height: 30mm, up to 1155kg Axle Load
  • Rear Lowered Height: 30mm, up to 1005kg Axle Load
  • With 55mm Outside Strut Diameter
  • Check which applies to your vehicle

46-194565 B12 Pro-Kit Suspension Kit

Sold eachFor lowered vehicles

  • Front Lowered Height: 30mm, up to 1155kg Axle Load
  • Rear Lowered Height: 30mm, up to 1125kg Axle Load
  • Without Electronic Suspension
  • With 55mm Outside Strut Diameter
  • Check which applies to your vehicle

46-194664 B12 Sportline Suspension Kit

Sold eachFor lowered vehicles

  • Base only
  • Front Lowered Height: 45-50mm, up to 1130kg Axle Load
  • Rear Lowered Height: 35-40mm, up to 1010kg Axle Load
  • Without Electronic Suspension
  • With 55mm Outside Strut Diameter
  • Check which applies to your vehicle

Best B14 coilovers

47-127708 B14 PSS Suspension Kit

Sold eachFor lowered vehicles

  • Front Lowered Height: 20-30mm, up to 1210kg Axle Load
  • Rear Lowered Height: 10-30mm, up to 1100kg Axle Load
  • Without Electronic Suspension
  • With 55mm Outside Strut Diameter
  • Check which applies to your vehicle

Best B16 coilovers

48-135245 B16 PSS10 Suspension Kit

Sold eachFor lowered vehicles

  • TDI only
  • Front Lowered Height: 20-30mm, up to 1210kg Axle Load
  • Rear Lowered Height: 10-30mm, up to 1100kg Axle Load
  • With 55mm Outside Strut Diameter
  • Check which applies to your vehicle

49-294651 B16 ridecontrol Suspension Kit

Sold eachFor lowered vehicles

  • TDI only
  • Front Lowered Height: 40-50mm, up to 1140kg Axle Load
  • Rear Lowered Height: 30-50mm, up to 1040kg Axle Load
  • With 55mm Outside Strut Diameter
  • Check which applies to your vehicle

Not sure which one is right?

Tell us how you use the A3 and we'll pick with you.

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