Height adjustment maximum
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Track Performance
Audi RS3 8V Coilovers: Handling that captivates you
Anyone who has ever heard the 2.5-liter five-cylinder turbo in the Audi RS3 (8V) won’t forget that sound anytime soon. This engine is no accident. With 400 hp, Quattro all-wheel drive, and 480 Nm of torque, it propels the compact sports car from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.1 seconds. The RS3 (8V) - produced from 2015 to 2020 - is more than just a fast car. It is proof that a vehicle can be an everyday companion, a long-distance partner, and a cornering machine all at once. The wide fenders, modified bumpers, and voluminous exhaust tips make it unmistakably clear that there’s more to this car than meets the eye. But there’s room for improvement between what the RS3 8V is capable of out of the box and what it can achieve on the road and track. A precise Audi RS3 8V coilover suspension from KW suspensions, tailored to your needs, makes the most of exactly this potential. (Note: We also offer a solution for the current generation of the RS3: discover our Audi RS3 8Y coilover suspension.)
RS3 coilovers & height-adjustable springs: Discover the difference a KW product makes
The factory suspension
Audi has done an impressive job with the RS3 8V's standard sports suspension. It's firm, responsive and delivers an agile, composed driving experience in everyday conditions. Take it through a set of sweeping corners on a country road, and you'll be rewarded with high lateral grip, a direct steering feel and a confidence-inspiring composure that belies the car's compact dimensions. In short, Audi's engineers calibrated the RS3 8V's suspension to satisfy a broad spectrum of drivers: from sporty family use and commuting to relaxed highway cruising. That versatility is a genuine strength, and it's precisely why the RS3 8V has earned such a loyal and enthusiastic following.
Our KW coilover suspension
Are you a track day pro who wants to drive your own car to the racetrack, adjust the setup on-site in just a few clicks, and then post lap times that would have pushed the stock suspension to its limits? The KW V4 Clubsport was developed precisely for this purpose. With its 3-way adjustment technology (rebound, low-speed/high-speed compression), KW adapts genuine motorsport expertise for street-legal Clubsport vehicles. Added to this is the integrated camber adjustment on the front axle for maximum cornering grip. The KW V4 Clubsport for the Audi RS3 8V offers a lowering range of 10 to 35 mm at the front and 5 to 30 mm at the rear for precise wheel load adjustment. Certification documents are included in the scope of delivery.
All available Audi RS3 8V coilovers by KW suspensions
Height adjustment maximum
Everyday use
Comfort
Handling
Track Performance
Height adjustment maximum
Everyday use
Comfort
Handling
Track Performance
Height adjustment maximum
Everyday use
Comfort
Handling
Track Performance
Height adjustment minimal
Everyday use
Comfort
Handling
Track Performance
Customized lowering
This coilover suspension offers maximum possible lowering, customized to your vehicle model. You can also change this at any time after installation.
Adjustable compression damping (low speed)
You can fine-tune the low-speed compression damping even after installation. The vehicle's handling and stability will benefit from 12 clicks.
Adjustable compression damping (Highspeed)
You can fine-tune the high-speed compression damping even after installation. Up to 15 clicks allow you to adjust vehicle handling and stability.
Adjustable rebound (low speed)
You'll notice the difference with every click! Here, you can adjust the low-speed rebound with 16 clicks. This adjusts the ride characteristics, making them either harder or more comfortable.
Aluminium Uniball top mounts
Depending on the vehicle type, the aluminium Uniball top mounts offer scalable camber settings and optional caster adjustment. This enables the camber angle to be adjusted to maximize tyre contact area when cornering, providing even more direct handling.
Additional technologies
Tested on the 7-Post
Composite spring seat
Trapezoidal thread 
High-quality stainless steel housing Frequently asked questions: Audi RS3 8V coilovers
Can I install a KW coilover suspension in an Audi RS3 8V with Magnetic Ride (electronic damper control)?
Yes. KW Suspensions offers coilover kits for the Audi RS3 8V for both vehicles with and without electronic damper control. Specifically, the KW V1, KW V3, and KW V4 Clubsport, as well as the KW coilover springs, are available for both variants. The KW DDC ECU is designed exclusively for the RS3 8V without standard electronic damper control and adds a full-featured adaptive damper control system to your vehicle for retrofitting. For vehicles being converted from Magnet Ride to a KW coilover suspension, we include a KW cancellation kit.
Can the Audi RS3 8V with Magnetic Ride be lowered using KW height-adjustable springs?
Yes, and that is one of the major advantages of our KW height-adjustable springs (HAS): The standard damping system, including the electronic Magnetic Ride control, remains fully intact and functional. You get the continuously adjustable lowering within the tested range and the visual enhancement without sacrificing the factory damping settings. Ideal for drivers who want to combine the best of both worlds.
How much can I lower my Audi RS3 8V with KW coilovers?
For the KW V1, V3, DDC ECU, and V4 Clubsport coilover kits, the lowering range for the RS3 8V is 10 to 35 mm on the front axle. The lowering is continuously adjustable within the tested range, as certified by the parts approval. For the KW V4 Clubsport, the range at the rear is 5 to 30 mm. The KW coilovers allow for a more subtle drop of 15–25 mm at the front and 5–20 mm at the rear. All specifications apply to vehicles manufactured in 2015 or later.
Is a KW coilover suspension system for the Audi RS3 8V street-legal?
Yes. All KW coilover suspension systems and KW height-adjustable springs for the Audi RS3 (8V) come with a parts certificate that ensures they are approved for use on public roads within the tested lowering range. This even applies to the KW V4 Clubsport. Despite its track-focused design, it is street-legal, so you can drive to the track in your own car without needing a trailer.
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