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Bilstein shocks, struts and kits for the 2012 BMW ActiveHybrid 5

Bilstein lists 12 parts for the 2012 BMW ActiveHybrid 5, across 3 lines from the B4 OE Replacement to the B8 Performance Plus.

Front, extended
636–699 mm25.0–27.5 in
Front, collapsed
544–560 mm21.4–22.0 in
Rear, extended
629–657 mm24.7–25.9 in
Rear, collapsed
437–438 mm17.2–17.2 in

Good, better, best

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

Front

RecommendedB4 OE Replacement

19-193298

19-193304

B4 OE Replacement Strut Assembly

Left and right, one each

  • Standard Suspension without Electronic Suspension

Rear

Shocks
GoodB4 OE Replacement

19-193311

B4 OE Replacement Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

  • Standard Suspension without Electronic Suspension
BetterB6 Performance

24-176255

B6 Performance Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

  • Without Electronic Suspension

12 parts for the 2012 BMW ActiveHybrid 5

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

Front left

Good B4 OE Replacement

Better B6 Performance

Better B8 Performance Plus

Front right

Good B4 OE Replacement

Better B6 Performance

Better B8 Performance Plus

Rear

Good B4 OE Replacement

Better B6 Performance

Better B8 Performance Plus

Not sure which one is right?

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