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Bilstein shocks, struts and kits for the 1991 BMW 318is

Bilstein lists 7 parts for the 1991 BMW 318is, across 4 lines from the B4 OE Replacement to the B12 Pro-Kit & Sportline. Lowered setups are listed too.

Front, extended
598–618 mm23.5–24.3 in
Front, collapsed
443–530 mm17.4–20.9 in
Rear, extended
534–551 mm21.0–21.7 in
Rear, collapsed
333–334 mm13.1–13.1 in
Lowering options
30–40 mm

Good, better, best

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

Front

Strut cartridges
GoodB4 OE Replacement

21-030505

B4 OE Replacement Strut Cartridge

Sold each · 2 per axle

BetterB6 Performance

34-001363

B6 Performance Strut Cartridge

Sold each · 2 per axle

Rear

Shocks
RecommendedB4 OE Replacement

19-019819

B4 OE Replacement Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

7 parts for the 1991 BMW 318is

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 B8 Performance Plus

Front and rear

Best B12 Pro-Kit & Sportline

46-000118 B12 Pro-Kit Suspension Kit

Sold eachFor lowered vehicles

  • Front Lowered Height: 30-40mm, up to 805kg Axle Load
  • Rear Lowered Height: 30mm, up to 905kg Axle Load
  • With 51mm Outside Strut Diameter
  • Check which applies to your vehicle

46-180803 B12 Pro-Kit Suspension Kit

Sold eachFor lowered vehicles

  • Front Lowered Height: 30-40mm, up to 805kg Axle Load
  • Rear Lowered Height: 30mm, up to 905kg Axle Load
  • With 45mm Outside Strut Diameter
  • Check which applies to your vehicle

Not sure which one is right?

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