Description
The value of KW V3 on a 2008–2013 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V (With Magnetic Ride, RWD) 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 V3 is built around independent low-speed rebound and compression adjustment. KW's current V3 architecture provides 16 rebound clicks and 12 compression clicks, giving an enthusiast meaningful control over chassis support, response and ride without moving into a dedicated motorsport damper. The application-specific calibration is intended to give the chassis a more deliberate response than a one-size-fits-all suspension combination.
Why Choose the KW V3 for This Application?
Choose the V3 when the car needs a broader operating window. Independent rebound and compression control makes it easier to balance ride, platform support and tire contact as the build moves between street use and more demanding driving.
Key Features
- 16-click low-speed rebound adjustment
- 12-click low-speed compression adjustment
- Independent rebound and compression tuning
- Continuously adjustable ride height within the application-specific range
Vehicle Fitment
- Make: Cadillac
- Application: CTS, CTS-V, equipped with magnetic ride
- Configuration: Coupe+Sedan RWD
- KW Jobber Model Years: 08-13
- KW Part Number: 35263003
Technical Specifications
- Front Height Adjustment: 20-40 mm (0.8-1.6 in)
- Rear Height Adjustment: 30-50 mm (1.4-2.3 in)
- Front Spring Rate: 855 lb/in
- Rear Spring Rate: 515 lb/in
Enthusiast Setup Perspective
A good installation should leave enough travel for the road or circuit being used. Chasing maximum lowering at the expense of bump travel can work against the very grip and control this system is intended to provide. 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 88: Electronic damping control has to be deactivated. Deactivation kit is included in the delivery.
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.