Description
The value of KW V4 Clubsport on a 2012–2020 BMW 3/4 Series (F30/F32 | Non-EDC) is not just the change in stance; it is the ability to place the chassis in a more controlled operating window for the way the car is actually driven.
KW V4 Clubsport gives a track-oriented road car independent rebound control plus separate low- and high-speed compression adjustment. This makes it possible to tune platform support under braking, acceleration and cornering separately from the damper's response to faster wheel inputs. The setup should be viewed as a tunable system whose final behavior depends on alignment, tire, ride height and the driver's intended circuit use.
Why Choose the KW V4 Clubsport for This Application?
Choose V4 Clubsport when a track-day build needs three-way damper control to support changes in tire, aero, alignment or circuit surface. It rewards methodical setup work and clear driver feedback.
Key Features
- Independent rebound adjustment
- Separate low- and high-speed compression adjustment
- Clubsport spring rates and application-specific mount configuration
- Broad tuning range for tires, alignment, aero and circuit conditions
Vehicle Fitment
- Make: BMW
- Catalog Application: 2012–2020 BMW 3/4 Series (F30/F32 | Non-EDC)
- KW Jobber Model Years: 12-18
- KW Part Number: 3972020D
Technical Specifications
- Front Height Adjustment: 40-65 mm (1.5-2.5 in)
- Rear Height Adjustment: 30-60 mm (1.2-2.3 in)
- Front Spring Rate: 457 lb/in
- Rear Spring Rate: 685 lb/in
- Top Mount Configuration: Camber / OE*
Enthusiast Setup Perspective
For mixed street and performance use, start from KW's baseline settings and make changes one variable at a time. That gives the driver a repeatable way to separate genuine setup improvement from simple changes in ride feel. After installation, establish ride height and alignment first, then make damper changes in small increments and record them so the effect of each adjustment remains clear.
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 62: Not for vehicles with electronic damping
- KW Note 67: Valving is adjusted by adjustment knobs, rebound is only adjustable if the top of the piston rod is accessible. This will depend on the design of the vehicle.
- KW Note 97: Clubsport coilover with top mount: only with front axle top mount available
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.