Description
On the 2018+ Audi A5 (B9 | Non-DCC, quattro) | KW 180100AS, KW Street Comfort is best approached as a chassis-tuning upgrade first and a ride-height change second.
KW Street Comfort is aimed at drivers who want adjustable ride height and more disciplined chassis control without making maximum firmness the objective. Rebound adjustment lets the final setup be biased toward a more relaxed road ride or tighter body control as the vehicle and wheel/tire package demand. On a compact performance platform, the payoff is sharper transient response and a more settled chassis as tire grip and cornering load increase.
Why Choose the KW Street Comfort for This Application?
Choose Street Comfort when road compliance remains a priority. It is aimed at owners who want a lower, more disciplined chassis but do not want a setup whose character is defined primarily by track use.
Key Features
- Ride-height adjustment with a comfort-focused operating window
- Adjustable rebound damping
- Application-specific spring and damper calibration
- Designed for frequent street use and long-distance drivability
Vehicle Fitment
- Make: Audi
- Application: A5 (B9) without electronic damping control
- Configuration: Sportback; Quattro 4WD; (50mm Ø)
- KW Jobber Model Years: 2018+
- KW Part Number: 180100AS
Technical Specifications
- Front Height Adjustment: 25-50 mm (1.0-2.0 in)
- Rear Height Adjustment: 25-50 mm (1.0-2.0 in)
- Front Spring Rate: 457 lb/in
- Rear Spring Rate: Progressive-rate spring (KW jobber designation)
Enthusiast Setup Perspective
The tuning opportunity is greatest when the car has already moved beyond basic cosmetic modification. As grip and braking capability increase, damper control becomes progressively more important to keeping the chassis predictable. For a road-driven car, preserving usable bump travel and sensible alignment is usually more important than using the full available lowering range.
Important KW Fitment Notes
- KW Note 2: Height adjustable front and rear axles (front axle threaded strut housings, rear axle adjustable springs + dampers)
- KW Note 37: For cars which have electronic dampers, make sure they are shut down. Specific electronical damper shut-downs are available from KW. Please check our accessories list
- KW Note 405: Only for cars with damper diameter 50mm (not 48,5mm) on the front axle; measured at the damper body just below the OE spring seat.
Fitment note: Specifications above are tied to the exact KW part number shown and the application data in the supplied KW jobber sheet. Confirm the vehicle's drivetrain, factory electronic suspension, axle weight and any listed hardware requirements before ordering.