{"product_id":"kyb-16-21-hyundai-tucson-exc-fuel-cell-20-22-kia-sportage-excel-g-gas-strut-front-left","title":"KYB 16-21 Hyundai Tucson (Exc. Fuel Cell) \/ 20-22 Kia Sportage Excel-G Gas Strut - Front Left","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan itemprop=\"sku\"\u003e3350097\u003c\/span\u003e   |   \u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 197244052633\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKYB Excel-G Gas Front Left Strut 2016-2021 Hyundai Tucson (Exc. Fuel Cell) \/ 2020-2022 Kia Sportage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKYB 3350097\u003c\/strong\u003e Excel-G Gas Strut is the best OEM-quality replacement front left strut for 2016-2021 Hyundai Tucson (exc. Fuel Cell) and 2020-2022 Kia Sportage owners seeking restored ride comfort, handling precision, and stability. Engineered with twin-tube gas-charged technology, application-specific valving, and seamless fitment, this strut delivers a smooth, controlled ride while minimizing bounce, dive, and sway – ideal for daily driving, highway comfort, or bringing back factory-like performance on high-mileage or worn suspensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcel-G Twin-Tube Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gas-charged to prevent fluid aeration and maintain consistent damping under heat\/load\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication-Specific Valving:\u003c\/strong\u003e Calibrated compression and rebound rates match OE for balanced comfort and control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeamless Cylinder Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-strength steel body provides structural integrity and leak resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTriple Chrome-Plated Piston Rod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Resists corrosion and wear for smooth, long-lasting operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptimized Bushings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reduce noise and vibration while ensuring precise fit and quiet performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect OE Replacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e No modifications required – bolts on with factory mounts and spring perch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"8\" border=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3350097\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePosition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront Left (Driver Side)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStrut Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExcel-G Gas-Charged Twin-Tube\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExtended Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication Specific\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCollapsed Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication Specific\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUpper Mount Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication Specific\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLower Mount Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication Specific\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2016-2021 Hyundai Tucson (Exc. 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