RecommendedB6 4600
24-137430
B6 4600 Shock Absorber
Sold each · 2 per axle
Bilstein shocks, struts and kits for the 2012 Nissan Xterra
Same parts as every 2005–2015 Xterra, showing 2012. See the 2005–2015 page
Bilstein lists 7 parts for the 2012 Nissan Xterra, across 3 lines from the B6 4600 to the B8 6112. Lift and leveling options run up to 2 in.
- Front, extended
- 383–388 mm15.1–15.3 in
- Front, collapsed
- 268–268 mm10.6–10.6 in
- Rear, extended
- 500–530 mm19.7–20.9 in
- Rear, collapsed
- 325–344 mm12.8–13.5 in
- Lift options
- 0–2 in
Narrow it to your Xterra
Good, better, best
One pick from each Bilstein tier that fits at stock height, compared side by side.
Front
ShocksRear
ShocksAnswer 2 quick questions to compare
These shocks differ by version, so we need to know which Xterra you have.
7 parts for the 2012 Nissan Xterra
Grouped by where they go, then by Bilstein line. Parts made only for a lifted or lowered vehicle say so.
Front
Better B6 4600
24-137430 B6 4600 Shock Absorber
Sold each · 2 per axle
Better B8 5100
24-187053 B8 5100 Ride Height Adjustable Shock Absorber
Sold each · 2 per axle
- Provides 0-2" Front Lift
Best B8 6112
47-331464 B8 6112 Suspension Kit
Sold each · 2 per axleFor a lift / level
- 4WD only
- Provides 1-2" Front Lift
Rear
Better B6 4600
Better B8 5100
24-187060 B8 5100 Shock Absorber
Sold each · 2 per axle
- Not for PRO-4X
- RWD only
- Fits Vehicles With 0-1" Rear Lift
24-187169 B8 5100 Shock Absorber
Sold each · 2 per axle
- 4WD only (S, X)
- Fits Vehicles With 0-1" Rear Lift
Not sure which one is right?
Tell us how you use the Xterra and we'll pick with you.
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