Description
KW DDC targets owners of the 2008–2017 Audi Q5/SQ5 (8R | quattro) who want a suspension package selected around the vehicle application rather than a generic spring-and-damper combination.
KW DDC combines electronically controlled damping with adjustable ride height, giving the vehicle multiple suspension behaviors without relying on manual damper knobs. The exact control strategy depends on the application and whether the kit is a Plug & Play or ECU-controlled configuration. 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 DDC for This Application?
Choose DDC when electronically switchable damping is part of the desired setup. It is especially compelling for a street-driven performance car that must cover very different road and driving conditions.
Key Features
- Electronically controlled damping
- Adjustable ride height
- Application-specific electronic integration
- Matched KW springs and adaptive dampers
Vehicle Fitment
- Make: Audi
- Application: Q5 (8R)
- Configuration: all models; all engines
- KW Jobber Model Years: 08-17
- KW Part Number: 39010041
Technical Specifications
- Front Height Adjustment: 40-80 mm (1.6-3.1 in)
- Rear Height Adjustment: 45-85 mm (1.8-3.3 in)
- Electronic Damper System: DDC ECU
Enthusiast Setup Perspective
For an enthusiast build, the practical benefit is consistency. A controlled platform makes steering, braking and tire behavior easier to read, which matters as wheel width, tire grip and alignment become more aggressive. 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 10: For V2, V3 & Street Comfort coilovers, front shock absorbers need to be removed from the car for adjustment of stiffness
- KW Note 62: Not for vehicles with electronic damping
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.