KONI 8745-1038 Special Active Front Shock for VW Beetle/Golf/Jetta 2006-2019

Vehicle Fitment

• 2006-2007 Volkswagen Golf (Front, FWD)
• 2010-2014 Volkswagen Golf (Front, FWD)
• 2012-2019 Volkswagen Beetle (Front, various trims, FWD)
• 2005-2018 Volkswagen Jetta (Front, various trims including SE, TDI, Sportline, R-Line, Final Edition, etc., FWD)
• Various Seat, Skoda, and other 55 mm front strut vehicles using the same suspension diameter (fitment varies by model and trim, 55 mm strut only)

Features

• Special Active shock absorber with KONI Frequency Selective Damping (FSD) technology
• Automatically adjusts damping to road conditions for comfort and control
• Enhances road holding, handling, and vehicle stability over OEM units
• Twin-tube, gas-pressurized design for consistent suspension performance
• Direct OE-style replacement - no custom modifications required
• Red Special Active finish resists corrosion
• Improves ride comfort at various speeds and surfaces
• Suitable for daily driving and spirited handling scenarios

Specifications

• Position: Front shock absorber / front strut
• Series: KONI Special Active (FSD)
• Design: Twin-tube, gas pressure
• Technology: Automatic Frequency Selective Damping
• Mounting: Standard front strut (top pin, lower clamp) 55 mm housing diameter
• Color: Red finish
• Sold individually (one front shock)
• Fits vehicles with original 55 mm diameter front struts only

Included Components

• 1x KONI 8745-1038 Special Active Front Shock Absorber

Product Description

The KONI 8745-1038 Special Active Front Shock is a high-quality, adjustable damping shock absorber engineered for front suspension applications on a range of Volkswagen vehicles including Beetle, Golf, and Jetta models equipped with standard 55 mm front strut assemblies. Leveraging KONI's Frequency Selective Damping (FSD) technology, this shock automatically adapts its damping characteristics in response to changing road surfaces and driving conditions, offering a refined combination of ride comfort and handling precision. This makes it an excellent upgrade over standard OEM shocks for both daily driving and more dynamic road use.

Designed as a direct replacement for the factory front shock absorber, the 8745-1038 installs without modifications and works smoothly with the vehicle's original springs. While it's primarily confirmed on VW models with 55 mm front strut diameters from 2006 through 2019, compatibility for other vehicles using the same suspension diameter (such as select Seat and Skoda models) may apply. Always verify your exact model year, suspension type, and strut diameter before installation to ensure proper fitment and performance.