| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Audi | A5 Quattro Base |
| 2013 - 2015 | Audi | RS5 Base |
| 2014 - 2015 | Audi | RS5 Cabriolet |
| 2008 | Audi | S5 Base |
AST 5100 Series Coilovers 3.0 TFSI | Audi A5 B8 09-16 (ACU-A2109S)
AST 5100 Series Coilovers 3.0 TFSI | Audi A5 B8 09-16 (ACU-A2109S)
SKU:ACU-A2109S
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The AST 5100 Series Coilovers for the 2009-2016 Audi A5 3.0 TFSI (B8) are high-performance suspension components featuring inverted, upside-down shock absorber technology. Designed with race-proven engineering, these coilovers deliver enhanced strength and improved suspension geometry under demanding conditions such as heavy lateral and braking loads. The 5100 Series offers superior damping performance compared to standard twin-tube designs, ensuring better handling and stability on both road and track. An adjustable rebound feature allows for fine-tuning of ride characteristics, providing a customizable driving experience. Constructed with durable materials, these coilovers are built to withstand rigorous use while maintaining precise control and responsiveness.
Designed specifically for 2009-2016 Audi A5 B8 models equipped with the 3.0 TFSI engine, these coilovers are a direct bolt-on upgrade that enhances vehicle performance and handling. They are suitable for street, track, or spirited driving, offering improved cornering and stability. Installation involves replacing the factory shocks with these coilovers, which include all necessary mounting hardware. Compatibility is optimized for models with the ACU chassis code, and the adjustable rebound feature allows drivers to tailor the suspension to their preferred driving style. These coilovers provide a reliable, performance-oriented upgrade for enthusiasts seeking improved suspension dynamics.
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Overview
Overview
The 5100 Series shock absorbers for the 2009-2016 Audi A5 3.0 TFSI (B8) utilize inverted / upside down technology. The inverted design is race proven technology and produces an extremely strong damper, providing better suspension geometry under heavy lateral and braking loads as seen in a road and track environment.
The 5100 Series shock absorbers give your car a better performance than the standard twin tube design. With the 5100 Series suspension you can adjust rebound with one knob. The adjust platform allows you to adjust the ride height of your car. AST suspension shock bodies are specially designed to keep maximum stroke, even with a lower ride height.
How a Monotube design works?
Monotube design is essential for performance. The oil and nitrogen are separated by a floating piston, and allows the use of a larger piston, increasing the damper performance and sensitivity felt by the driver, all this added together produces more grip, gives more control and driver feedback from your vehicle.
What is a rebound adjustment?
Rebound controls the rate of extension of your shock absorber. By changing the rebound you can directly change the characteristics of the vehicle.
Features
- Floating piston design with high pressure nitrogen means no cavitation around the piston.
- 14mm diameter internal shaft.
- 44.5 mm diameter shaft struts, inverted.
- Steel cylinder body shocks, inverted.
- High end, track ready suspension.
- Rebound adjustable ('Singles').
- Low friction seal.
- Adjuster knobs permanently mounted on the dampers.
- Designed to use OEM top mounts.
- Rubber bushings for 'eye' shock mounts.
- Includes springs.
- Rebuildable.
- Optional spherical top mounts.
- Optional DLC (diamond like carbon) coated shafts.
- Optional DDP (double digressive piston).
- Double Digressive Pistons are recommended for use on the non-driven wheels.
- 4WD/FWD vehicles: DD pistons for both rear axle struts/shocks.
- RWD vehicles: DD pistons for both front axle struts/shocks.
- Optional custom valving.
Specifications
- Part Number: ACU-A2109S
- Product: AST 5100 Series
- Adjustment: 1 Way
- System: Coil Over
- Product Note: True Coilover
- Front/Rear Ratio: Front = 60% / Rear = 40%
- Strut/Shock Type: Front: Clamp McPherson strut / Rear: Eye 2 pin strut
- Model Years: 2009-2016
- Make: Audi
- Model: A5
- Chassis: B8
- Spring Kit: Included
- Top Mounts: Front / Rear Optional (If Available)
- Optional 1 Front Top Mounts: Not Available
- Optional 2 Front Top Mounts: Not Available
- Optional Rear Top Mounts: Not Available
- Adjustable Front Droplinks Available? No
- Adjustable Front Droplinks Required? No
- Adjustable Rear Droplinks Available? No
- Adjustable Rear Droplinks Required? No
- DDP Pistons Included? No
- DDP Pistons Available? Yes
- DLC Coated Shafts Included? No
- DLC Coated Shafts Available? Yes
- QDC Included? No
- TUV Approved?
- Comments: Works with OE top mounts. Formed springs front and rear. No other spring options available.
Vehicle Fitment
- 2009 Audi A5 3.0 TFSI (B8)
- 2010 Audi A5 3.0 TFSI (B8)
- 2011 Audi A5 3.0 TFSI (B8)
- 2012 Audi A5 3.0 TFSI (B8)
- 2013 Audi A5 3.0 TFSI (B8)
- 2014 Audi A5 3.0 TFSI (B8)
- 2015 Audi A5 3.0 TFSI (B8)
- 2016 Audi A5 3.0 TFSI (B8)