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.
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BMW M3 lowering springs
12 lowering springs for the G80 BMW M3 (S58 3.0L twin-turbo inline-six) from 9 brands. Shorter springs that lower ride height on the factory or aftermarket dampers.
Before you order
- xDrive and rear-wheel-drive cars use different springs. Confirm drivetrain.
- Check whether the set is listed for cars with adaptive dampers.
- Listings are read from the retailer's G80 M3 (S58 3.0L) category. Competition, xDrive and Touring (G81) cars can use different parts. Confirm model, drivetrain and model year on the retailer page before ordering.
Brands on this page: AST Suspension (2), H&R (2), MMX Performance (2), CTS (1), Eibach (1), Emmanuele Design (1), KW Suspension (1), Megan Racing (1), Turner Motorsport (1).
AST Suspension · Part no. ASTLS-21-080
AST Lowering Springs
Average lowering front: 1.18" (30mm) rear: 0.6" (15mm)
AST Suspension · Part no. ASTALS-21-004
Adjustable Lowering Springs
Dial in the exact ride height you want on your BMW - Lowers vehicle by 20-46mm front and 10-36mm rear
CTS · Part no. CTS-LS-014
CTS Turbo Lowering Springs - G80 M3/M3C
The perfect performance and visual upgrade for your M3/M3C
Eibach · Part no. E10-20-049-11-20
Eibach Pro-Kit Sport Spring / Leveling Kit - Front Springs Only
Improve the looks and handling of your BMW
Emmanuele Design · Part no. EMD-G80-LS
Lowering Spring Kit - G80 M3
Improve the sporty appearance of your BMW with EMD lowering springs!
H&R · Part no. 50496-77
G80 H&R Super Sport Springs
A tasteful upgrade from a high quality brand!
H&R · Part no. 28616-1
Sport Spring Set
Unrivaled comfort and performance - Average lowering of 1.2" Front and 0.4" Rear
KW Suspension · Part no. 253200EB
KW H.A.S. Height Adjustable Spring Kit
Lower your car without impacting air or electronic suspension!
Retailer fitment note: Fits all RWD & AWD models, including Competition models
MMX Performance · Part no. MMR08-1603
Height Adjustable Lower Springs
Dial in the exact ride height desired with these height adjustable springs
MMX Performance · Part no. MMR08-1601
Lowering Spring Kit - RWD
The 35 front / 15mm rear drop in ride height brings the G80 to life
Megan Racing · Part no. MR-LS-BG80
Lowering Spring Kit
Get rid of that ugly wheel gap with these Megan Racing lowering springs
Turner Motorsport · Part no. 051864LA06KT
G8X Height Adjustable Lowering Spring Kit
Convert your factory dampers into adjustable coilovers to fine-tune ride height while preserving EDC functionality. Achieves a maximum drop of 1.5" front and 0.875" rear.
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