KONI 8745-1324 Special Active Front Shock for 2015-21 VW Golf/Octavia/A3

Vehicle Fitment

• 2015-2021 Volkswagen Golf VII (Hatch/SportWagen) - Front (Excl. DCC, GTI, GTD, GTE, R, Alltrack)
• 2013-2018 Skoda Octavia Mk3 Estate/Sedan (Front, excl. RS230, HD suspension, Scout 4x4)
• 2015-2019 Audi A3 (8V/Sportback/Sedan/Convertible) - Front
• 2013-2018 SEAT Leon Mk3 (5F) - Front (Excl. DCC, Cupra 2.0TSI 206kW)

Features

• KONI Special Active Frequency Selective Damping technology for adaptive shock response
• Twin-tube, gas-pressurized design improves comfort and road holding
• Adjusts damping automatically based on road conditions and driving style
• Enhances stability and reduces body motion during cornering and braking
• Smoother ride over expansion joints and uneven surfaces
• Direct OE-style replacement for front suspension with 50 mm struts
• Compatible with standard suspension setups - not designed for aftermarket lowered springs
• Durable corrosion-resistant finish for long service life

Specifications

• Part Number: 8745-1324
• Brand: KONI Special Active
• Application: Front shock absorber/strut (left or right; sold individually)
• Shock Type: Twin-tube, gas-pressurized
• Damping: Frequency Selective Damping (self-adjusting)
• Strut Diameter: Original 50 mm (OE spec)
• Drivetrain: FWD and AWD variants where OEM front shock is compatible
• Excludes: DCC adaptive suspension, high-performance/higher trim variants listed above

Included Components

• 1x KONI Special Active Front Shock Absorber (8745-1324)
• Note: Mounting hardware and upper mounts typically reused from OE - not included

Product Description

The KONI 8745-1324 Special Active Front Shock is a high-performance front suspension replacement shock engineered for popular compact and midsize hatchbacks, estates, and sedans like the Volkswagen Golf VII, Audi A3, Skoda Octavia Mk3, and SEAT Leon Mk3. Featuring KONI's advanced Frequency Selective Damping technology, this shock absorber automatically adapts damping force based on road surface and driving style for an ideal balance of ride comfort and confident handling. Its gas-pressurized twin-tube design reduces body motion during dynamic maneuvers while smoothing out rough surfaces for improved control and passenger comfort.

Designed to be a direct fit replacement for OE front struts with a 50 mm diameter, the 8745-1324 is suitable for many standard suspension versions of VW, Audi, Skoda, and SEAT models listed above, excluding vehicles equipped with advanced adaptive systems (like DCC) or high-performance variants such as GTI, R, RS230, or Cupra 2.0TSI 206 kW where different shock specifications apply. This front shock is sold individually - it's recommended to install matching shocks on both left and right sides for even handling performance. Check OEM specs for your exact year/trim before purchase.