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 ·
VW Jetta GLI coilovers
24 coilovers for the Mk7 VW Jetta GLI (2.0T (EA888 Gen3)) from 10 brands. Height-adjustable spring and damper assemblies.
Before you order
- xDrive and rear-wheel-drive cars use different front assemblies. Confirm drivetrain.
- Cars with adaptive dampers need a kit that keeps or deletes the electronic control. The listing states which.
- Listings are read from the retailer's Mk7 Jetta GLI (2.0T) category. Confirm engine, drivetrain and model year on the retailer page before ordering.
Brands on this page: BC Racing (6), KW Suspension (5), ECS (3), Doorbusters (2), Enthusiast Bundles (2), H&R (2), APR (1), Air Lift (1), Ohlins (1), Racingline (1).
Coilovers (21)
APR · Part no. SUS00026
APR Roll-Control Coilover System
Complete with front and rear struts and dampers, both of which have 32-points of dampening adjustment and a full range of height and preload adjustment.
Air Lift · Part no. 79003
Air Lift Performance Coilover Kit
Offers the ability to convert to a complete air suspension system via a coilover-to-air conversion kit (coming soon)!
Retailer fitment note: Models with Dynamic Chassis Control (DCC) will require DCC Cancelers
BC Racing · Part no. DMP-EXT
BC Racing Rear Damping Adjustment Extenders - BR Type
Allow you to make damping adjustments without removing the rear interior
BC Racing · Part no. H-24-BR
BR Series Coilover Suspension Kit
Featuring 30 levels of adjustment and performance spring rates and valving
Retailer fitment note: Designed to replace 54mm front struts For vehicles without DCC
BC Racing · Part no. H-24E-BR
BR Series Coilover Suspension Kit - Extreme Low
Featuring 30 levels of adjustment and performance spring rates and valving
BC Racing · Part no. H-24-DS
DS Series Coilover Suspension Kit
Featuring 30 levels of adjustment and increased damping force at low speed piston velocities
BC Racing · Part no. H-24-ER
ER Series Coilover Suspension Kit
Featuring external front and rear reservoirs, separate rebound and compression adjustment, and a twin piston design.
BC Racing · Part no. H-24-ZX
ZX Series Coilover Suspension Kit
Track tested racing coilovers that offer the most adjustability of any BC Racing Coilover System to date!
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles without DCC
ECS · Part no. 004673LA01
220MM Coilover Damping Extensions
Adjust your damping without removing your interior!
ECS · Part no. 003929LB01
MK7/MK8/8V Adjustable Damping Coilover System
Features 32 way adjustable damping, variable length, zinc-coated shock bodies and performance sway bar end links
Retailer fitment note: Models with Dynamic Chassis Control (DCC) will require DCC Cancelers (ES#4440328)
ECS · Part no. 003929LB02KT
MK7/MK8/8v Adjustable Damping Coilover System - With Installation Kit
Features 32 way adjustable damping, variable length, zinc-coated shock bodies and performance sway bar end links. Includes all new mounts, bearings and hardware for a comprehensive suspension package.
Retailer fitment note: Models with Dynamic Chassis Control (DCC) will require DCC Cancelers (ES#4440328)
Enthusiast Bundles · Part no. 003929LEB2KT
MK7/MK8/8v Adjustable Damping Coilover System- With Installation Kit - & Pre-Assembled Front Control Arms With Polyurethane Bushings
Features 32 way adjustable damping, variable length, zinc-coated shock bodies and performance sway bar end links. Includes all new mounts, bearings and hardware for a comprehensive suspension package.
Retailer fitment note: Models with Dynamic Chassis Control (DCC) will require DCC Cancelers (ES#4440328)
H&R · Part no. RSS48851-1
RSS+ Coilover System
Ultimate coil over for the motorsport enthusiast - Completely adjustable
H&R · Part no. 28851-10
Street Performance Coilover System
Set your vehicle low and tight for optimal performance
Retailer fitment note: Height adjustable from 0.6" to 1.6" (front) and 1.0" to 1.7" (rear). Vehicles with DCC require Electronic Bypass Module: ES4376299.
KW Suspension · Part no. 68525017
KW 8mm Rebound Adjustment Extension - 300mm Long
These rebound extensions aim to make adjusting your coilovers more accessible
KW Suspension · Part no. 39080029
KW DDC Plug & Play V3 Coilover Kit
Plug and play kit for vehicles with electronically controlled suspensions
KW Suspension · Part no. 68525014
KW Rebound Extension - 8mm Wrench - 150mm Long
These rebound extensions aim to make adjusting your coilovers more accessible and are availablie in a variey of sizes. Be sure to verify the correct size of the piston rod hex before ordering.
KW Suspension · Part no. 1808000R
KW Street Comfort Coilover Kit - Adjustable Dampening
Offers sport handling with maximum comfort and adjustable rebound dampening
KW Suspension · Part no. 3528000R
KW V3 Series Coilover Kit - Double Adjustable Dampening
The ultimate in coilover technology featuring double adjustable dampening
Ohlins · Part no. VWS MU21
Ohlins Road & Track DFV Coilover Kit
Features 30-Level dampening adjustment and DFV technology
Racingline · Part no. VWR340000G7
VWR TrackSport Coilover Kit
TrackSport Coilover suspension kit developed for regular track usage, but still usable on road.
Control Arms (3)
Doorbusters · Part no. 003929LDBKT
MK7/MK8/8V Adjustable Damping Coilover System - With Pre-Assembled Front Control Arms With Polyurethane Bushings
Features 32 way adjustable damping, variable length, zinc-coated shock bodies and performance sway bar end links
Doorbusters · Part no. 003929LDB2KT
MK7/MK8/8v Adjustable Damping Coilover System- With Installation Kit - With Pre-Assembled Front Control Arms With Polyurethane Bushings
Features 32 way adjustable damping, variable length, zinc-coated shock bodies and performance sway bar end links. Includes all new mounts, bearings and hardware for a comprehensive suspension package.
Enthusiast Bundles · Part no. 003929LEBKT
MK7/MK8/8V Adjustable Damping Coilover System & Pre-Assembled Front Control Arms With Polyurethane Bushings
Features 32 way adjustable damping, variable length, zinc-coated shock bodies and performance sway bar end links
Retailer fitment note: Models with Dynamic Chassis Control (DCC) will require DCC Cancelers
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