VW Golf VIII Variant shock absorber rear and front

Damaged Golf VIII Variant shock absorber: signs, symptoms, and common problems

What to look for:

• Check the shock absorbers for leaks
• Inspect the shock absorbers if you can hear an abnormal noise (squeaking, hissing)
• Check whether the shock absorbers are lubricated (oil)

Common symptoms:

• Lack of traction
• Excessive body roll when braking
• Longer braking distances
• Too much or too little shock absorber rebound

How long do the shock absorbers on a Golf VIII Variant last?

The estimated service life of a Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant shock absorber is between 120 000 – 150 000 kilometres.

When to change the shock absorbers on your VW Golf VIII Variant

You should replace the VW Golf VIII Variant shock absorbers after roughly 150 000 kilometres.

Which rear + front shock absorbers to buy for Golf VIII Variant: 1.0; 1.4; 1.5; 2.0

How much do Golf VIII Variant shock absorbers cost?

The price of shock absorbers for VW GOLF VIII Variant (CG5) models ranges from 38.33 to 216.52 €.

Shock absorber for Golf VIII Variant (specifications)