Lowering Springs vs Coilovers | Which Is Right For Your Build?

One of the first steps people take when modding their car is more low. We discuss the main differences between the two most common ways to lower your car: Lowering Springs and Coilovers. The choice is yours and depends on your goals.

If you are an autocrosser we would likely point you in the direction of coilovers. If you are hitting the shows and streets then springs might be right for you! Let’s get into it!

[johnnyVGtran]

i daily drive my 16 wrx and i just want a slightly lower look so lowering springs are fine for me .The comfort for everyday driving is the main factor

[moorelow]

Coilovers will always be the better choice. Of course everyone has a budget. But take your time and save for the coilovers! Lowering springs are good quick option to lower your car for a good price. But coilovers has to many beneficial adjustments. Dampening, lowering your ride more, a strut that’s made for daily abuse, top mount camber adjustment (depending on company), custom spring rates! I ran BC coilovers for my 10th gen si 14k front 12k rear. Drove from NY to Florida 3 times. Beautiful comfortable drive!

[user]

Lowering springs are ok if you correct the suspension geometry after.

[BamaScorpio]

I just wanted to lower my 2015 Lexus GS 350 F-Sport while maintaining my current driving comfortability. Not trying to race it or continually adjust the height on a daily basis. I went Tanabe NF210 Springs with H&R 15 mm spacers because every review I saw for these springs were positive. I kept my current factory rims and stagger look because I think they're sharp as is.

[mug_the_cup]

I have Fortune Auto Coilovers on my 2017 civic si coupe, and they are amazing. Would definitely recommend coilovers over springs if you can swing the cost.

[ericcox]

Thank you guys so much for this video. I have been wrestling with which I should go on my 2018 civic si. This video has helped me a lot.

[willgagner]

Gonna go for the lowering springs for my 07 impreza, a little confused on how I can put them in myself though

[viperdgs]

Extremely professional review, loved it!

[carsonbjerke]

very good quality video. good information straight to the point and not a super high voice like alex from fitment industries and you guys deserve way more subs and attention

[czane]

I have Skunk2 lowering springs on my 99 Civic on my 95 240sx it has BC coilovers, came on the car when I bought it* but for ride quantity I like the Civic because the 240 is so off the chart stiff of a ride that I don't drive it because it kinda hurts... now the Civic is just kinda bouncy but its not rough it's a smooth bouncy

[TheAcethunder]

MAP, thank for these video's. Keep up the great work!

[TheBigDanois]

Swift sport springs on my Brz.
A Bit lower than advertised.
Didn't want to fiddle.
Ride compares to stock on smooth roads.
Big bumps = swear words.

[nicknovansy-ti]

I haven't found any coilvers with lifetime warranty. A few shock absorbers & lowering springs have lifetime warranty... Am I wrong?

[billynoe]

What coilovers should I buy for a Chevrolet SS sedan

[dwaynejacobs]

Great video. I have a 2020 Accord. I live in Toronto Canada where it snows. I want to raise and lower the car due to the weather so I’m assuming that coil overs are better for me. Correct? Can you tell me, would I have to go to a mechanic to raise and lower my car? I want QUALITY. Something that will last and give a good ride as it is my daily drive vehicle. Can you please tell me about airlift springs. Something I can adjust from the inside of the car whenever I want. Please tell me what would be the best option and provide a number for me to call.

[joeliani]

"It's probably right, I dont know what Im doin" Dont say this before giving advice on coilovers and springs lol

[MrNobodycares]

What's the best choice for ride quality and daily driving. Could care less about track times, just want a lowered more aggressive look. Money is not a problem

[dougp]

Coilovers for occasional track drag racing but mainly street driven?

[juancarlosdediego]

I am torn between several options for my Wrx. First, HKS Hipermax GT Coilover, Bilstein Trophy Cup Coilover, Bilstein Struts. My main focus is comfort and controlled sportyness. I feel the car is lacking a lot in suspension because it gets easily unsettled in corners by bumps. Also, I feel the suspension is bouncy on the highway if that makes sense. For example if there is a crest on the highway the car gets unsettled and takes a couple of seconds to stop bouncing.








I would like to fix that without having to sacrifice too much comfort on broken pavement. Could you help me with that.

[lawrencescurlock]

How come no one ever talks about lowing springs AND adding lowering shocks combination?