Upgrade the rear suspension of your Volkswagen Bora or New Beetle with the Bilstein B8 Rear Shock Absorber, engineered specifically for 4WD models running standard or lowered suspension setups. The B8 series features a shortened, high-performance gas-pressure design, making it perfectly suited for use with lowering springs while remaining fully compatible with standard ride height applications.

Built using Bilstein’s monotube gas-pressure technology, the B8 Rear Shock delivers consistent damping, superior heat dissipation, and precise control under a wide range of driving conditions. It helps reduce rear-end body roll, improves traction, and enhances overall vehicle stability — providing a more confident and sporty driving experience on both daily commutes and spirited drives.

Designed for 4WD applications, this rear shock absorber installs directly into factory mounting points with no modification required. Excludes 3.2L engine variants to ensure correct fitment and optimal performance. Manufactured to Bilstein’s exacting standards, the B8 Rear Shock offers long service life, reliability, and enhanced handling performance for Volkswagen compact platforms.