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SKU: 3418001 / UPC: 781552898030
KYB Excel-G Front Strut Precise Handling Restoration for 2014-2018 BMW X5 and 2015-2019 BMW X6
Restore confident control and smooth road response to your BMW with the KYB Excel-G Front Strut, part number 3418001 (UPC: 781552898030). This twin-tube gas-charged strut delivers consistent damping to match original equipment performance, minimizing bounce and sway for everyday drives or spirited performance. Built with application-specific valves and a durable steel body, it handles real-world demands better than generic replacements, ensuring your luxury SUV stays planted and responsive mile after mile. Professional installers choose KYB for its direct OE match, providing the reliability that keeps your X5 or X6 feeling factory-fresh longer.
Key Features and Performance Benefits
- Twin-Tube Gas Design: Pressurized nitrogen reduces foaming for steady absorption of road imperfections, delivering a balanced ride without compromise.
- Precision Engineering: Calibrated to restore vehicle stability, stopping precision, and cornering grip as intended by BMW engineers.
- Durable Construction: Seamless cylinder and multi-lip oil seal resist leaks and wear, outlasting budget options in daily use.
- Limited Lifetime Warranty: Backed by KYB's commitment to quality, covering defects for peace of mind.
This strut stands out for its ability to maintain even tire contact and reduce body roll, making it the go-to for BMW owners seeking dependable front-end refresh without the variability of lesser parts.
Complete Vehicle Fitment Details
Engineered exclusively for front axle installation on select BMW models (excluding those with electronic controlled suspension). Verify your submodel for exact match:
BMW X5 (F15/F85 Chassis):
- 2014-2015: xDrive35i (3.0L Turbo), sDrive35i (3.0L Turbo)
- 2013-2015: xDrive30d (3.0L Diesel), xDrive40d (3.0L Diesel)
- 2015-2018: xDrive28i (2.0L Turbo), xDrive40i (3.0L Turbo), xDrive50i (4.4L Turbo), M (4.4L Turbo), sDrive25d (2.0L Diesel), sDrive28i (2.0L Turbo), sDrive40i (3.0L Turbo), xDrive40e (Hybrid)
BMW X6 (F16/F86 Chassis):
- 2015-2016: xDrive35i (3.0L Turbo), xDrive50i (4.4L Turbo)
- 2014-2016: xDrive30d (3.0L Diesel), xDrive40d (3.0L Diesel)
- 2015-2019: xDrive40i (3.0L Turbo), M (4.4L Turbo)
Compatible with rear-wheel and all-wheel drive configurations. Not for models with adaptive or air suspension systems.
What's Included in Your Purchase
- 1 x KYB Excel-G Front Strut Assembly (Part #3418001): Complete ready-to-install unit with stem upper mount and base cup lower mount. Does not include coil spring, strut mount, boot, bearing plate, or dust shield (sold separately for custom setups).
- Installation Hardware: Pre-assembled for direct bolt-on fit no additional components needed beyond standard tools.
- Product Documentation: Includes fitment guide and warranty info.
Technical Specifications
- Type: Suspension Strut, Gas Pressure, Twin-Tube
- Mounting: Upper Stem, Lower Base Cup, Top Pin
- Dimensions:
- Compressed Length: 16.34 inches (415 mm)
- Extended Length: 22.83 inches (580 mm)
- Travel Length: 6.49 inches (165 mm)
- Part Weight: 8.6 lbs (3.9 kg)
- Shipping Box Size: 20.3 x 6.1 x 6.1 inches (51.5 x 15.5 x 15.5 cm), for secure transit.
Shipping and Packaging Details
- Ships in a protective cardboard box to prevent damage.
- Approximate packaged weight: 9 lbs (4.1 kg including materials).
Upgrade your BMW's front suspension today with the KYB 3418001 the direct path to renewed road authority and lasting dependability.
KYB
KYB offers a complete line of shock absorbers, struts, and strut assemblies for cars, trucks, SUVs and Cross-overs. We also design and manufacture steering stabilizers, and provide a full line of shock and strut accessories including mounting hardware, coil spring insulators, coil springs, strut mounts, jounce bumpers, and bellows. KYB is one of the world’s largest suppliers of shocks and struts for new vehicle manufacturers. Our products can be found on some of the most popular cars, SUVs and trucks in North America. Because we make ‘original equipment’ we know exactly how vehicles perform and handle when new, and we can help keep them operating as designed, for as long as they’re on the road. The KYB catalog includes the following models: Excel-G, Strut-Plus, Gas-a-Just, MonoMax, Truck-Plus, KYB JAOS, Truck-Plus, Leveling Assembly, Strut Mounts and Boots, Steering Stabilizers, Self-Leveling & Electronic Shocks.
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