After hours of searching online, hitting up car forums, and watching the pros, many drivers chasing serious performance come to the conclusion the KW suspension coilovers from Germany are the best way to go. Once that decision is made, the next challenge is figuring out which KW suspension coilover is right for YOUR ride.

KW’s Coilover Offerings

KW keeps bringing out new options for the latest cars, and even for older “youngtimer” vehicles that are becoming collectible and cool. KW’s huge range of coilover offerings includes:

  • VARIANT 1
  • VARIANT 2
  • VARIANT 3
  • VARIANT 4
  • STREET COMFORT
  • DYNAMIC DAMPING CONTROL (DDC)
  • CLUBSPORT 2-WAY
  • CLUBSPORT 3-WAY

KW also offers a range of other lowering options, including adjustable springs, lowering modules for air suspension, and lift systems, but we’ll get into those another time.

Race-Ready Tech for Your Ride

KW doesn’t just guess when it comes to suspension. In true German fashion, KW invests heavily in research and development and is one of the few street car suspension manufacturers that has an in-house 7-post driving dynamics test rig. This ex-Formula 1 chassis test rig is used to measure, develop, and optimize a wide range of suspension parameters and kinematics to achieve a level of suspension control that its competitors can only dream of.

To give you an idea of how serious this test rig is, KW works with top racing teams from LMP1, F2, GT1, and even legendary names like Alpina and Manthey Racing. When you see who trusts KW, you start to understand why you’d want a KW system on your own vehicle. It’s about bringing race-winning tech to your street machine.

Finding Your Perfect KW Suspension Coilover: Tunerworks Picks

So, which KW coilover does Tunerworks recommend for your car and driving style? The best way to get the perfect answer is to talk to our team, but here’s a quick guide to get you in the right zone:

  • VARIANT 1: For driver’s who want slightly firmer, sportier feel and increased body control, plus a wide range of lowering options. Perfect for most street-driven cars.
  • VARIANT 2: Like VARIANT 1 but with the added ability to adjust the rebound damping to fine tune the ride and handling balance to a greater degree.
  • VARIANT 3: A step up from VARIANT 2. You can adjust both compression and rebound damping much more precisely. This kit is perfect for street driving and an excellent entry-level system for track days, Auto X, and other timed events.
  • VARIANT 4: This is where things get serious! The VARIANT 4 dampers feature external reservoirs and allow independent adjustment of the rebound stage damping, as well as low-spped and high-speed compression damping. These technical attributes combine to make the VARIANT 4 kit the benchmark for road performance suspension. This kit is ideal for speciality street-driven cars and those who want to own the best. It’s also a strong choice for competitive drivers.
  • STREET COMFORT: This kit is similar to VARIANT 2 with rebound adjustment, but it’s set up for a smoother ride. The springs and shocked are tuned for comfort, not just grip. This kit is great for lowering street cars where a softer ride matters more than cornering Gs.
  • DYNAMIC DAMPING CONTROL: This is similar to VARIANT 3 but with smart iSuspension technology. It can work with your car’s built-in adaptive suspension or come as its own system controlled by a KW app on your phone. This is popular for cars like the BMW M4, Mercedes-AMG G63, and Toyota GR Supra, is an awesome choice for street cars, and makes a solid selection for track events.
  • CLUBSPORT 2-WAY & 3-WAY: If your priority is ultimate chassis control and FTD winning lap times, this is the kit for you. The CLUBSPORT kits are the best way to get Motorsport technology and performance from your street car without spending Motorsport money. Think of the Clubsport as the track-ready version of the VARIANT 3 kit with a focus on performance over ride quality. Some CLUBSPORT kits are supplied with camber adjustable billet aluminum top mounts to assist in dialing the perfect wheel alignment settings. These kits are great for street legal cars equipped with DOT R Compound tires for track days, Auto-X, and other timed events.

If you’re looking for suspension kits that are more hardcore than this, contact us and ask about KW’s special made-to-order competition suspension kits.

Ready to Upgrade Your Ride?

If you’re ready to experience the full potential of your vehicle’s handling and embrace the precision of high-performance suspension, we’re here to help.

Contact Tunerworks today and our team can help you choose the right KW suspension coilovers for your ride.