Incl. VAT · depending on version & diameter
⚠️ Air management required — not included
120
This kit requires an
additional air management system to operate (compressor, tank, valves, controller). The air management system must be ordered separately from our dedicated
catalog.
Compatible engines
KW × Conti
Dampers + air springs
4 corners
Complete front + rear kit
TÜV §19
Certificate included
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Kit contents
2× KW front dampers
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Specific to the VW Beetle 5C, stainless steel, co-developed with KW Automotive.
2× Rear air springs
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2× Front air springs
2× KW rear dampers
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Dedicated rear mounts.
2× Rear air springs
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Continental air springs.
Hoses included
Front axle lines.
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Choice of air fittings
6mm · 10mm · 1/4" · 3/8" (variant)
Technology & design
KW Automotive
KW stainless steel dampers
Developed with KW and calibrated for the VW Beetle 5C. Stainless steel canister.
Continental springs
Tier-one supplier air springs. Long-lasting airtightness.
Versions
DDC / V1 / V2
Several damping levels and strut diameters to suit your configuration.
Application
Fine-tuned Beetle 5C
Optimized kinematics and travel for the VW Beetle 5C.
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Co-developed by STREETEC × KW Automotive × Continental for the VW Beetle 5C.
Which FAHRWairK version should you choose?
DDC — Dynamic Damping Control: electronically controlled (adaptive) damping via the original vehicle management system or a dedicated module.
V1 — KW V1 dampers with fixed damping, road-tuned. FAHRWairK entry-level range, with the same KW × Continental quality.
V2 — KW V2 dampers with adjustable damping (rebound): manually adjust the balance between comfort and handling.
Air fitting diameter — select one
Compatibility — VW Beetle 5C
Body styles and engines covered for the VW Beetle 5C (2011–2019). Check your version below.
BEETLE (5C1, 5C2)
| Body style / version |
Years |
Engine |
| 1.2 TSI (Hatchback) |
2011–2019 |
77 kW / 105 hp · 1197 cm³ 4 cyl. |
| 1.2 TSI 16V (Hatchback) |
2014–2019 |
77 kW / 105 hp · 1197 cm³ 4 cyl. |
| 1.4 TSI (Hatchback) |
2011–2016 |
118 kW / 160 hp · 1390 cm³ 4 cyl. |
| 1.4 TSI (Hatchback) |
2014–2019 |
110 kW / 150 hp · 1395 cm³ 4 cyl. |
| 1.6 TDI (Hatchback) |
2011–2016 |
77 kW / 105 hp · 1598 cm³ 4 cyl. |
| 2.0 TDI (Hatchback) |
2011–2016 |
103 kW / 140 hp · 1968 cm³ 4 cyl. |
| 2.0 TDI (Hatchback) |
2014–2018 |
110 kW / 150 hp · 1968 cm³ 4 cyl. |
| 2.0 TDI (Hatchback) |
2014–2018 |
81 kW / 110 hp · 1968 cm³ 4 cyl. |
| 2.0 TFSI (Hatchback) |
2011–2016 |
147 kW / 200 hp · 1984 cm³ 4 cyl. |
| 2.0 TSI (Hatchback) |
2012–2019 |
155 kW / 211 hp · 1984 cm³ 4 cyl. |
| 2.0 TSI (Hatchback) |
2014–2018 |
162 kW / 220 hp · 1984 cm³ 4 cyl. |
| 2.5 (Hatchback) |
2011–2019 |
125 kW / 170 hp · 2480 cm³ 5 cyl. |
BEETLE Convertible (5C7, 5C8)
| Body style / version |
Years |
Engine |
| 1.2 TSI (Convertible) |
2011–2019 |
77 kW / 105 hp · 1197 cm³ 4 cyl. |
| 1.2 TSI 16V (Convertible) |
2014–2019 |
77 kW / 105 hp · 1197 cm³ 4 cyl. |
| 1.4 TSI (Convertible) |
2011–2016 |
118 kW / 160 hp · 1390 cm³ 4 cyl. |
| 1.4 TSI (Convertible) |
2014–2018 |
110 kW / 150 hp · 1395 cm³ 4 cyl. |
| 1.6 TDI (Convertible) |
2011–2016 |
77 kW / 105 hp · 1598 cm³ 4 cyl. |
| 2.0 TDI (Convertible) |
2012–2016 |
103 kW / 140 hp · 1968 cm³ 4 cyl. |
| 2.0 TDI (Convertible) |
2014–2018 |
110 kW / 150 hp · 1968 cm³ 4 cyl. |
| 2.0 TDI (Convertible) |
2014–2018 |
81 kW / 110 hp · 1968 cm³ 4 cyl. |
| 2.0 TFSI (Convertible) |
2011–2016 |
147 kW / 200 hp · 1984 cm³ 4 cyl. |
| 2.0 TSI (Convertible) |
2012–2019 |
155 kW / 210 hp · 1984 cm³ 4 cyl. |
| 2.0 TSI (Convertible) |
2014–2018 |
162 kW / 220 hp · 1984 cm³ 4 cyl. |
| 2.5 (Convertible) |
2011–2016 |
125 kW / 170 hp · 2480 cm³ 5 cyl. |
Frequently asked questions
Does the kit include air management?
Which fitting diameter should I choose?
Depending on your air management setup: 6 mm (entry-level), 1/4" (Accuair/Air Lift standard), 3/8" (high performance).
Is the kit approved?
Yes, this kit has a TÜV §19 certificate (Teilegutachten) — present it at the technical inspection. Registration may be required depending on your country.
What is the difference between the versions (DDC / V1 / V2)?
See the “FAHRWairK versions” section above: each version differs in the type of damping (fixed, adjustable, dual TVR-A/TVC-A adjustment, or DDC-controlled).
Legal notice: Installation by a qualified technician. TÜV §19 certificate included; present it at the inspection. Registration may be required depending on your country. Rasl'Bitume accepts no liability for improper installation.
