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Bilstein shocks, struts and kits for the 1994 BMW 525i

Same parts as every 1993–1995 525i, showing 1994. See the 1993–1995 page

Bilstein lists 16 parts for the 1994 BMW 525i, across 5 lines from the B3 OE Replacement springs to the B12 Pro-Kit & Sportline. Lowered setups are listed too.

Front, extended
617–648 mm24.3–25.5 in
Front, collapsed
457–547 mm18.0–21.5 in
Rear, extended
539–563 mm21.2–22.1 in
Rear, collapsed
356–365 mm14.0–14.4 in
Lowering options
20–50 mm

Narrow it to your 525i

Body

Good, better, best

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

Front

Strut cartridges

Answer 1 quick question to compare

These strut cartridges differ by version, so we need to know which 525i you have.

Body

Rear

Shocks
GoodB4 OE Replacement

19-020068

B4 OE Replacement Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

  • Without Self-Leveling Suspension
BetterB6 Performance

24-012218

B6 Performance Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

  • Without Self-Leveling Suspension

16 parts for the 1994 BMW 525i

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

Front

Good B3 OE Replacement springs

Good B4 OE Replacement

Better B6 Performance

Better B8 Performance Plus

Rear

Good B3 OE Replacement springs

Good B4 OE Replacement

Better B6 Performance

Better B8 Performance Plus

Front and rear

Best B12 Pro-Kit & Sportline

46-190888 B12 Pro-Kit Suspension Kit

Sold eachFor lowered vehicles

  • Wagon only
  • Front Lowered Height: 25-35mm, up to 1060kg Axle Load
  • Rear Lowered Height: 20-30mm, up to 1300kg Axle Load
  • Without Self-Leveling Suspension
  • Use with 2.5 inch dust cap and 22mm nut. Stem 73mm X 16mm.
  • Check which applies to your vehicle

46-190901 B12 Pro-Kit Suspension Kit

Sold eachFor lowered vehicles

  • Front Lowered Height: 25-35mm, up to 970kg Axle Load
  • Rear Lowered Height: 20-30mm, up to 1300kg Axle Load
  • Without Self-Leveling Suspension
  • Use with 2.5inch dust cap and 19mm nut. Stem 70mm X 14mm.
  • Check which applies to your vehicle

46-190918 B12 Pro-Kit Suspension Kit

Sold eachFor lowered vehicles

  • Sedan only
  • Front Lowered Height: 25-35mm, up to 970kg Axle Load
  • Rear Lowered Height: 20-30mm, up to 1300kg Axle Load
  • Without Self-Leveling Suspension
  • Use with 2.5inch dust cap and 22mm nut
  • Check which applies to your vehicle

46-190949 B12 Sportline Suspension Kit

Sold eachFor lowered vehicles

  • Sedan only
  • Front Lowered Height: 45-50mm, up to 975kg Axle Load
  • Rear Lowered Height: 30mm, up to 1300kg Axle Load
  • Without Self-Leveling Suspension
  • Use with 2.5inch dust cap and 22mm nut
  • Check which applies to your vehicle

Not sure which one is right?

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