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Bilstein shocks, struts and kits for the 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK230

Same parts as every 1998–2004 SLK230, showing 2002. See the 1998–2004 page

Bilstein lists 9 parts for the 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK230, across 5 lines from the B4 OE Replacement to the B14 coilovers. Lowered setups are listed too.

Front, extended
495–515 mm19.5–20.3 in
Front, collapsed
401–443 mm15.8–17.4 in
Rear, extended
479–509 mm18.9–20.0 in
Rear, collapsed
410–410 mm16.1–16.1 in
Lowering options
30–55 mm

Good, better, best

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

Front

Shocks
GoodB4 OE Replacement

24-100878

B4 OE Replacement Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

BetterB6 Performance

24-024648

B6 Performance Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

Rear

Shocks
GoodB4 OE Replacement

24-100885

B4 OE Replacement Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

BetterB6 Performance

24-024655

B6 Performance Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

9 parts for the 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK230

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

46-181756 B12 Pro-Kit Suspension Kit

Sold eachFor lowered vehicles

  • Front Lowered Height: 30mm, up to 845kg Axle Load
  • Rear Lowered Height: 30mm, up to 820kg Axle Load
  • Without Self-Leveling Suspension
  • Check which applies to your vehicle

Best B14 coilovers

47-119536 B14 PSS Suspension Kit

Sold eachFor lowered vehicles

  • Front Lowered Height: 35-55mm, up to 905kg Axle Load
  • Rear Lowered Height: 35-55mm, up to 850kg Axle Load
  • Check which applies to your vehicle

Not sure which one is right?

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