
Lowering Springs vs Coilovers for European Daily Drivers
Compare lowering springs vs coilovers for European daily drivers. Learn ride quality, cost, and handling differences to choose the right suspension upgrade.
By Lee Shahin ·
42 coilovers for the F30 2016-2018 BMW 340i (B58 3.0L turbo inline-six) from 9 brands. Height-adjustable spring and damper assemblies.
Brands on this page: KW Suspension (14), BC Racing (12), Suspension Techniques (5), Bilstein (4), ECS (3), AFE (1), Air Lift (1), Koni (1), Ohlins (1).

AFE · Part no. 430-503002-N
Take your performance to the next level
Retailer fitment note: Does not fit xDrive models

Air Lift · Part no. 79021
Offers the ability to convert to a complete air suspension system via a coilover-to-air conversion kit (coming soon)!

BC Racing · Part no. DMP-EXT
Allow you to make damping adjustments without removing the rear interior

BC Racing · Part no. I-29-BR
Featuring 30 levels of adjustment and performance spring rates and valving that makes the BR Series perfect for both daily drivers and track warriors!
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles with 3-Bolt Top Mounts For vehicles with 3-bolt front strut mounts

BC Racing · Part no. I-80-BR
Featuring 30 levels of adjustment and performance spring rates and valving that makes the BR Series perfect for both daily drivers and track warriors!
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles with 5-Bolt Top Mounts For vehicles with 5 bolt front upper strut mounts

BC Racing · Part no. I-29E-BR
Featuring 30 levels of adjustment and performance spring rates and valving that makes the BR Series perfect for both daily drivers and track warriors!
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles with 3-Bolt Top Mounts For vehicles with 3-bolt front strut mounts

BC Racing · Part no. I-80E-BR
Featuring 30 levels of adjustment and performance spring rates and valving that makes the BR Series perfect for both daily drivers and track warriors!
Retailer fitment note: For Vehicles with 5 bolt design For vehicles with 5 bolt front upper strut mounts
BC Racing · Part no. I-29-DS
BC Racing took the best features from their BR Series Coilover, engineered components to improve driver experience, and are proud to present the BC Racing DS series with digressive piston damping that dramatically improv
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles with 3-bolt front strut mounts
BC Racing · Part no. I-80-DS
BC Racing took the best features from their BR Series Coilover, engineered components to improve driver experience, and are proud to present the BC Racing DS series with digressive piston damping that dramatically improv
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles with 5 bolt front upper strut mounts

BC Racing · Part no. I-29-ER
Get the high quality, unique features of the BC Racing "BR" and "RM" series with the added benefit of an external reservoir for superior performance!
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles with 3-bolt front strut mounts

BC Racing · Part no. I-80-ER
Get the high quality, unique features of the BC Racing "BR" and "RM" series with the added benefit of an external reservoir for superior performance!
BC Racing · Part no. I-29-HM
Only the best on the track! The BC Racing "HM" series combines the "RM" series inverted mono-tube damper and adds the independent compression and rebound adjustment of the "ER" series.
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles with 3-bolt front strut mounts
BC Racing · Part no. I-29-RM
The RM coilovers offer the majority of the features of the BR series but with the additional benefit of the inverted damper unit. Inverting the damper unit brings with it a number of advantages.
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles with 3-bolt front strut mounts
BC Racing · Part no. I-80-RM
The RM coilovers offer the majority of the features of the BR series but with the additional benefit of the inverted damper unit. Inverting the damper unit brings with it a number of advantages.
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles with 5 bolt front upper strut mounts

Bilstein · Part no. 47-264632
Height adjustable suspension system with performance valving and application specific, progressive rate coil springs. World-famous Bilstein quality with a limited lifetime warranty!
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles without EDC suspension only

Bilstein · Part no. 48-229012
Height adjustable suspension system offering adjustable compression and rebound to dial in for competition, comfort, or anywhere in between. World-famous Bilstein quality with a limited lifetime warranty!
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles without EDC

Bilstein · Part no. 48-217170
Height adjustable suspension system offering adjustable compression and rebound to dial in for competition, comfort, or anywhere in between. World-famous Bilstein quality with a limited lifetime warranty!

Bilstein · Part no. 49-255935
Features ride height adjustability with dampers compatible with OE electronic damping systems.
Retailer fitment note: For Vehicles with EDC

ECS · Part no. 004673LA01
Adjust your damping without removing your interior!

ECS · Part no. 029313ECS02
Dial in your suspension with 32 way adjustable damping coilovers to improve the Performance, and Style of your 2 and 3 series!
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles with 5 bolt upper strut mounts

ECS · Part no. 029313ECS02KT
Improve the Comfort, Performance, and Style of your F2x/F3x! Includes all hardware needed for installation.

KW Suspension · Part no. 68510301
Allows use of coil overs without getting EDC warning lights

KW Suspension · Part no. 1802000G
Street Comfort coilovers offer sport handling with adjustable ride height

KW Suspension · Part no. 1802000F
Street Comfort coilovers offer sport handling with adjustable ride height

KW Suspension · Part no. 1022000G
Variant 1 coilovers offer the best balance between sporty driving and comfort
Retailer fitment note: For Vehicles With EDC

KW Suspension · Part no. 1022000F
Variant 1 coilovers offer the best balance between sporty driving and comfort
Retailer fitment note: For Vehicles Without EDC

KW Suspension · Part no. 1522000G
Variant 2 coilovers offer sport handling with adjustable rebound dampening
Retailer fitment note: For Vehicles With EDC

KW Suspension · Part no. 1522000F
Variant 2 coilovers offer sport handling with adjustable rebound dampening
Retailer fitment note: For Vehicles Without EDC

KW Suspension · Part no. 352082000F
Upgrade your BMW’s soul without losing its versatility.
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles without electronic suspension

KW Suspension · Part no. 352082000G
Experience the precision of a track-ready suspension without sacrificing the daily usability of your BMW.
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles with electronic suspension

KW Suspension · Part no. 3522000G
The ultimate in coilover technology featuring double adjustable dampening
Retailer fitment note: For Vehicles With EDC

KW Suspension · Part no. 3522000F
The ultimate in coilover technology featuring double adjustable dampening
Retailer fitment note: For Vehicles Without EDC

KW Suspension · Part no. 3522080E
KW Clubsport coilovers have been developed with KW motorsports technology

KW Suspension · Part no. 3972020D
KW Clubsport coilovers have been developed with KW motorsports technology

KW Suspension · Part no. 3972020E
KW Clubsport coilovers have been developed with KW motorsports technology

Koni · Part no. 1200-1007
Upgrade your BMW's suspension with Koni's new GTS Coilovers

Ohlins · Part no. BMSMP00OH
Get top of the line performance and comfort from one of the biggest names in suspension systems, Ohlins. Features 30-Level dampening adjustment and DFV technology!

Suspension Techniques · Part no. 90896
Height adjustable with average lowering of 1.0"-2.0"F, 1.2"-2.2"R

Suspension Techniques · Part no. 1822000F
The ultimate in performance, style and handling.

Suspension Techniques · Part no. 1822000G
The ultimate in performance, style and handling.

Suspension Techniques · Part no. 182022080D
Height adjustable coilover kit with 2-way adjustable compression damping, adjustable rebound damping, and top mounts for maximum performance and handling!
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles without EDC
Suspension Techniques · Part no. 182022080E
Height adjustable coilover kit with 2-way adjustable compression damping, adjustable rebound damping, and top mounts for maximum performance and handling!
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles with EDC
Modification & Performance Guides

Compare lowering springs vs coilovers for European daily drivers. Learn ride quality, cost, and handling differences to choose the right suspension upgrade.
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