Eibach Sportline Lowering Springs for SEAT Leon & VW Golf Mk8/Variant
The Eibach Sportline Lowering Springs kit is designed for drivers who want their SEAT Leon or VW Golf Mk8/Variant to feel sharper, more controlled and more responsive on the road. By lowering the car’s centre of gravity, these springs help reduce body roll in corners and give a more direct, connected feel without making the car unusable for daily driving.
Matched to the factory dampers or quality uprated shocks, Sportline springs offer a firmer, sport-focused ride that still keeps comfort in check for normal road use.
- Lower stance for a sportier, more purposeful look
- Improved cornering grip and stability
- More precise steering feel and confidence at speed
- Compatible with everyday road use when paired with good dampers
Note: This kit is for specific front-wheel-drive models without self-levelling suspension and with a rear live axle. Cars with heavy rear equipment (such as tow bars or glass roofs) may require different original VW rear rubber pads, available from VW parts dealers. Always check the technical notes and approvals for your exact model before purchase.
Technical Information
| Make | Model | Variant | Model Years | Axle Load Front (Max kg) | Axle Load Rear (Max kg) | Lowering Front (mm) | Lowering Rear (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEAT | LEON (KL1, KU1) | 1.0 TSI, 1.0 TSI Mild-Hybrid, 1.0 eTSI,1.5 TSI, 1.5 eTSI | 11.19 – | 1000 | 960 | 45 mm | 35 mm |
| VW | GOLF VIII (CD1) | 1.0 TSI (ab 81kw / from 81kw), 1.0 eTSI (ab 81kw / from 81kw), 1.5 TSI | 07.19 – | 970 | 935 | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| VW | GOLF VIII VARIANT (CG5) | 1.0 TSI (81kw), 1.0 eTSI (81kw), 1.5 TSI | 08.20 – | 970 | 1030 | 40-45 mm | 35-40 mm |
Manufacturer Notes
- For vehicles without levelling control.
- Except vehicles with 4WD.
- For vehicles with rear torsion beam suspension.
- The original Volkswagen rubber plate 5Q0 512 149 G (9mm) or 8J0 512 149 (13 mm) can be used optionally for vehicles with heavy equipment variants (e.g. rear wheel, trailer coupling, glas roof, etc.) – detailed information can be found in the parts certificate. This is an optinally exchange for the standard VW rubber plate 5Q0 512 149 F (6mm). Only available from Volkswagen dealers or original parts dealers.
Additional Information
| Weight | 10 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 65 × 39 × 18 cm |
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