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Bilstein shocks, struts and kits for the 2012 Mazda 3

Same parts as every 2010–2013 3, showing 2012. See the 2010–2013 page

Bilstein lists 14 parts for the 2012 Mazda 3, across 6 lines from the B4 OE Replacement to the B16 coilovers. Lowered setups are listed too.

Front, extended
488–544 mm19.2–21.4 in
Front, collapsed
383–395 mm15.1–15.6 in
Rear, extended
691–706 mm27.2–27.8 in
Rear, collapsed
470–470 mm18.5–18.5 in
Lowering options
5–40 mm

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

Front

Struts

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Rear

Shocks

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14 parts for the 2012 Mazda 3

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

Front and rear

Best B12 Pro-Kit & Sportline

Best B14 coilovers

47-121225 B14 PSS Suspension Kit

Sold eachFor lowered vehicles

  • Front Lowered Height: 10-25mm, up to 1100kg Axle Load
  • Rear Lowered Height: 5-25mm, up to 1090kg Axle Load
  • Front Lowered Height: 25-40mm, up to 1100kg Axle Load
  • Rear Lowered Height: 20-40mm, up to 1090kg Axle Load
  • Check which applies to your vehicle

Best B16 coilovers

48-121262 B16 PSS9 Suspension Kit

Sold eachFor lowered vehicles

  • Front Lowered Height: 10-25mm, up to 1100kg Axle Load
  • Rear Lowered Height: 5-25mm, up to 1090kg Axle Load
  • Front Lowered Height: 25-40mm, up to 1100kg Axle Load
  • Rear Lowered Height: 20-40mm, up to 1090kg Axle Load
  • Check which applies to your vehicle

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