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Bilstein shocks, struts and kits for the 2003–2009 Saab 9-5

Bilstein lists 8 parts for the 2003–2009 Saab 9-5, across 4 lines from the B4 OE Replacement to the B12 Pro-Kit & Sportline. Lowered setups are listed too.

Front, extended
525–542 mm20.6–21.3 in
Front, collapsed
347–428 mm13.6–16.9 in
Rear, extended
595–624 mm23.4–24.6 in
Rear, collapsed
375–380 mm14.7–15.0 in
Lowering options
30 mm

Narrow it to your 9-5

Submodel
Body

Good, better, best

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

Front

Struts

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These struts differ by version, so we need to know which 9-5 you have.

Submodel

Rear

Shocks

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These shocks differ by version, so we need to know which 9-5 you have.

Submodel

8 parts for the 2009 Saab 9-5

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

46-194381 B12 Pro-Kit Suspension Kit

Sold eachFor lowered vehicles

  • Not for Griffin
  • Sedan only
  • Front Lowered Height: 30mm, up to 1175kg Axle Load
  • Rear Lowered Height: 30mm, up to 1050kg Axle Load
  • Check which applies to your vehicle

46-194404 B12 Pro-Kit Suspension Kit

Sold eachFor lowered vehicles

  • Not for Griffin
  • Wagon only
  • Front Lowered Height: 30mm, up to 1175kg Axle Load
  • Rear Lowered Height: 30mm, up to 1125kg Axle Load
  • Check which applies to your vehicle

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100% genuine Bilstein, from authorized North American distribution.

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