Bilstein 24-146944 B6 Rear Shock Audi Q3 2015-18 / VW Tiguan 2009-18 No Elec

Vehicle Fitment

• 2015-2018 Audi Q3 (8U, FWD, All Trims, without Electronic Suspension)
• 2015-2018 Audi Q3 Quattro (8U, AWD, All Trims, without Electronic Suspension)
• 2009-2017 Volkswagen Tiguan (5N, FWD and 4Motion, All Trims, without Electronic Suspension)
• 2017-2018 Volkswagen Tiguan Limited (5N, FWD and 4Motion, All Trims, without Electronic Suspension)

Fitment Notes

• Fits rear axle - Driver or Passenger Side (sold as a single unit; 2 required per vehicle).
• Does NOT fit vehicles equipped with Electronic Suspension Control (DCC or adaptive damping) - standard suspension only.
• Compatible with all engine configurations and both FWD and AWD (Quattro/4Motion) drivetrains across all listed models.
• Designed for stock ride height with OE factory springs - no spring replacement required.
• Replaces Volkswagen OEM part numbers: 5N0 513 049 series (multiple suffixes) and 5N0 512 011 AA.
• Old Bilstein part number: F4-BE5-E694-H0.

Features

• Bilstein B6 Performance series - a direct-fit handling upgrade over OE dampers at stock ride height.
• Monotube gas-pressure design delivers consistent, fade-free rear damping under all driving conditions.
• Application-specific valving tuned for the MQB/PQ46 rear suspension geometry with OE springs.
• Improved cornering stability, reduced body roll, and sharper road feedback over stock dampers.
• Yellow corrosion-resistant finish manufactured in Germany to thyssenkrupp Bilstein standards.
• Direct bolt-on fitment using factory mounting points - no modifications required.
• Backed by Bilstein's limited lifetime warranty against manufacturer defects.

Specifications

• Series: Bilstein B6 Performance
• Internal Design: Monotube Gas-Pressure
• Body Diameter: 55mm
• Finish: Yellow Paint
• Boot Included: No
• Position: Rear (Driver or Passenger Side)
• Upper Mount Type: Stem
• Lower Mount Type: Eye 14.2mm
• Overall Package Length: 26.8 in
• Weight: 5 lbs
• Application: Standard Suspension Only - without Electronic Suspension Control
• Old Bilstein Part Number: F4-BE5-E694-H0
• Quantity per Vehicle: 2

Included Components

• 1x Bilstein B6 Performance Rear Shock Absorber (24-146944)

Product Description

The Bilstein 24-146944 is a B6 Performance rear shock absorber engineered for the 2015-2018 Audi Q3 and 2009-2018 Volkswagen Tiguan (including the Tiguan Limited) with standard suspension. Using Bilstein's monotube gas-pressure technology with application-specific rear valving, this shock delivers noticeably improved cornering stability, reduced body roll, and superior rear road feedback compared to worn or stock OEM dampers - all while working seamlessly with the factory springs at stock ride height.

This part covers both FWD and AWD configurations across all trim levels for both the Audi Q3 and the first-generation Volkswagen Tiguan (5N platform). It is sold as a single unit - two are required for a complete rear shock replacement. This part is strictly for vehicles with standard suspension; models equipped with Electronic Suspension Control (DCC or adaptive damping) require a different part number.