Gas Shock

If you're looking to bring back the original feel and control to your 2016-2018 Kia Optima, this KYB Excel-G rear shock absorber is a solid choice. KYB is a major supplier to car manufacturers, and these shocks are built on the same lines using the same quality parts as the original equipment. The main job here is to get your Optima's ride control, stability, and handling back to how it was when it was new, not to change it.

These shocks use a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design, which is pretty standard for good performance. What's notable is that KYB builds these with some of the strongest and thickest strut bodies and brackets available. This helps keep your alignment true, even when you're dealing with rougher roads or making quick lane changes. It's all about restoring that factory-designed performance and responsiveness.