H&R 50344 Sport Lowering Springs for 2022-2025 Audi A3/S3 8Y Sedan 2.0T AWD

Vehicle Fitment

• 2022-2025 Audi A3 (Typ 8Y, Sedan, 2.0T, FWD)
• 2022-2025 Audi A3 Quattro (Typ 8Y, Sedan, 2.0T, AWD)
• 2022-2025 Audi S3 (Typ 8Y, Sedan, 2.0T, Quattro AWD)

Fitment Notes

• Compatible with vehicles equipped with factory Magnetic Ride Control (MRC/DCC) - MRC function remains fully intact after installation
• Fits Typ 8Y chassis only (11th Generation A3 / current-generation S3); does not fit Typ 8V (previous generation)
• Lowering height may vary on vehicles equipped with optional factory sport suspension configurations
• A3 lowers approximately 1.5" front and rear; S3 lowers approximately 1.2" front and rear
• Professional installation and a full alignment check are required after installation

Features

• Progressive spring rate design delivers a firmer, more controlled ride than OEM springs while retaining daily-driver comfort
• Lowers center of gravity for reduced body roll, sharper turn-in, and improved cornering stability
• Reduces fender well gap for a cleaner, more aggressive factory-plus stance
• Engineered to work in full compatibility with Audi's factory Magnetic Ride Control (MRC/DCC) electronic damping system
• Crafted from special (hf) 54SiCr6 high-tensile spring steel - rated at 290,000 psi tensile strength
• Shot-peened during manufacturing to increase service life by more than 200% versus non-treated springs
• TUV approved and manufactured under ISO 9001 quality assurance standards at H&R's facility in Germany
• Block-set design prevents coil bind under full compression for safe use at lowered ride heights
• Epoxy powder-coated in H&R blue for corrosion resistance and long-term durability

Specifications

• Position: Front and Rear (full set - 4 springs)
• Front Lowering: Approx. 1.5" (A3) / Approx. 1.2" (S3)
• Rear Lowering: Approx. 1.5" (A3) / Approx. 1.2" (S3)
• Spring Type: Progressive rate Sport Spring
• Material: 54SiCr6 high-tensile spring steel
• Finish: H&R Blue epoxy powder coat
• Platform: Audi Typ 8Y (MQB-Evo chassis)
• MRC/DCC Compatibility: Yes - included (note code 12)
• Certification: TUV approved, ISO 9001 certified manufacturing
• Manufactured in Germany

Included Components

• 2x H&R Sport Front Lowering Springs
• 2x H&R Sport Rear Lowering Springs
• 1x H&R Technical Information Sheet

Product Description

The H&R 50344 Sport Spring kit is a complete front and rear lowering spring set engineered specifically for the 2022-2025 Audi A3 and S3 on the Typ 8Y (MQB-Evo) chassis. The A3 drops approximately 1.5 inches at both the front and rear axles, while the performance-tuned S3 lowers approximately 1.2 inches front and rear - reflecting the S3's already stiffer factory suspension setup. Both applications deliver a cleaner, more aggressive stance by closing the fender-to-tire gap while keeping the ride quality well within the comfort range for daily driving.

A key engineering distinction of the H&R 50344 is its confirmed compatibility with Audi's Magnetic Ride Control (MRC/DCC) electronic damping system. The springs are specifically calibrated to work in concert with the electronically controlled dampers - preserving all MRC operating modes including Comfort, Auto, and Dynamic - without triggering fault codes or reducing the system's effectiveness. This makes the 50344 one of the very few lowering spring options that can be installed on MRC-equipped 8Y models without requiring any additional hardware or module modifications.

Built at H&R's ISO 9001 certified facility in Germany from special (hf) 54SiCr6 spring steel, these springs are shot-peened and block-set for long-term structural integrity. The progressive spring rate progressively increases in stiffness as the suspension compresses, providing a compliant feel over everyday road surfaces while firming up predictably under hard cornering loads. Whether you are looking to sharpen the handling of an A3 Quattro or dial in a more planted stance on an S3, the H&R 50344 delivers a complete, bolt-in solution with all four springs and hardware included.