Description
KW V2 Comfort Coilovers – 2008–2014 Mini Clubman + Convertible (R55/R57) is built for the enthusiast who wants the suspension to become a functional part of the chassis setup, not simply a visual drop.
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: Mini
- Application: Mini Clubman + Convertible (R55, R57)
- Configuration: only Cooper S , Cooper D , JCW
- KW Jobber Model Years: 08-14
- KW Part Number: 18020075
Technical Specifications
- Front Height Adjustment: 30-55 mm (1.2-2.2 in)
- Rear Height Adjustment: 25-50 mm (1.0-2.0 in)
- Front Spring Rate: Progressive-rate spring (KW jobber designation)
- Rear Spring Rate: Progressive-rate spring (KW jobber designation)
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 1: Height adjustable on the front and rear axles (threaded strut housings)
- KW Note 6: When using original tires, wheel offset spacers may be required
- KW Note 85: For rear axle camber adjustment we recommend the installation of the car specific adjustable control arm set from KW. The part number for the control arm set is mention in the accessories list.
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.