What is the main purpose of the KYB Excel-G shock absorber?

The main purpose of the KYB Excel-G shock absorber is to restore your vehicle's original ride control, stability, and handling capabilities. It's designed to bring your car back to its factory performance levels, not to change them.

How does the construction of the KYB Excel-G shock contribute to its performance?

KYB uses strong and thick strut bodies and brackets in the Excel-G line. This robust construction helps minimize flex, which is crucial for maintaining correct wheel alignment under various driving conditions.

Are these shocks designed for performance upgrades or to restore original function?

These KYB Excel-G shocks are specifically calibrated to restore your vehicle's original, designed performance. They are made using the same OE quality components and assembly lines as original equipment, making them ideal for bringing your car back to its factory handling.

2013-2018 Subaru BRZ Rear Shock

Name: Gas Strut
Brand: KYB
SKU: kyb-kyb-shocks-struts-excel-g-rear-scion-fr-s-2014-2013-subaru-brz-2015-2013-t14-4399997
Price: 74.29 USD
Availability: InStock

Gas Strut

$74.29

In Stock

Fits 2013-2018 Subaru BRZ. KYB Excel-G rear shock restores original ride control and handling.

Key Features

Fits 2013-2018 Subaru BRZ, 2013-2016 Scion FR-S, and 2017-2020 Toyota 86.
Restores original vehicle ride control, stability, and handling.
Built on the same KYB OE assembly lines using OE quality components.
Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design for consistent performance.
Features strong and thick strut bodies and brackets to maintain alignment.
Calibrated to restore original, designed performance.

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Will it fit your car?

Fits these vehicles

Scion FR-S 2013-2016
Subaru BRZ 2013-2018
Toyota 86 2017-2020

Product Details

If you're looking to bring your 2013-2018 Subaru BRZ back to its original handling and stability, this KYB Excel-G rear shock is a solid choice. It's designed to restore your vehicle's factory ride control, making sure your car handles predictably during everyday driving and more spirited maneuvers. This isn't about changing how your car feels, but rather bringing it back to how it performed when it was new.

KYB is a major supplier to car manufacturers, and these Excel-G shocks are built on the same assembly lines using the same quality parts as original equipment. They use a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design, a common setup that helps maintain consistent performance. The strut bodies and brackets are notably strong and thick, which helps keep your alignment true even when the road gets rough.

This shock is calibrated to match your BRZ's original specifications, ensuring a direct replacement that gets your car feeling right again. It's a popular choice for technicians looking to restore a vehicle's original capabilities.