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Bilstein shocks, struts and kits for the 2012 Subaru Outback

Same parts as every 2010–2014 Outback, showing 2012. See the 2010–2014 page

Bilstein lists 7 parts for the 2012 Subaru Outback, across 3 lines from the B4 OE Replacement to the B8 TerraSport. Lift and leveling options run up to 1.5 in.

Front, extended
558–574 mm22.0–22.6 in
Front, collapsed
403–427 mm15.9–16.8 in
Rear, extended
488–496 mm19.2–19.5 in
Rear, collapsed
336–344 mm13.2–13.5 in
Lift options
1–1.5 in

Narrow it to your Outback

Submodel

Good, better, best

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

Front

Struts
GoodB4 OE Replacement

22-278524

22-278531

B4 OE Replacement Strut Assembly

Left and right, one each

BetterB6 Performance

22-278555

22-278562

B6 Strut Assembly

Left and right, one each

Rear

Shocks
GoodB4 OE Replacement

19-278544

B4 OE Replacement Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

BetterB6 Performance

24-278577

B6 Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

7 parts for the 2012 Subaru Outback

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

Front right

Good B4 OE Replacement

Better B6 Performance

Rear

Good B4 OE Replacement

Better B6 Performance

Front and rear

Best B8 TerraSport

Not sure which one is right?

Tell us how you use the Outback and we'll pick with you.

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