# KYB 344459 Gas Shock OE Performance Twin Tube for 2006–2013 Audi A3

### Performance Overview

KYB Excel-G Gas Shocks and Struts are available with sintered-iron pistons and guide rods for strength, hard-chrome piston rods for superior durability, and seamless cylinders and eyerings. These products have a patented check valve to minimize foaming and aeration and maintain control under tough conditions.

KYB is a worldwide leading supplier of shocks and struts to new vehicle manufacturers. World-Class engineering and quality have made KYB the original equipment shocks for Lexus, Toyota, Saturn, Infiniti, Chrysler, and Ford. Their products are made from the highest quality materials, and guarantee to deliver superior handling, comfort, and control.

### Key Features

-   Internal Design: Twin-tube
-   Adjustable: No
-   Gas Charged: Yes
-   Boot Included: No
-   Quantity: Sold individually.

### Vehicle Fitment Table

Year

Make

Model

Position

Fitment Precision

Note

2006

Audi

A3

2007

Audi

A3

2008

Audi

A3

2009

Audi

A3

2010

Audi

A3

2011

Audi

A3

2012

Audi

A3

2013

Audi

A3

2009

Volkswagen

CC

2010

Volkswagen

CC

2011

Volkswagen

CC

2012

Volkswagen

CC

2013

Volkswagen

CC

2014

Volkswagen

CC

2015

Volkswagen

CC

2016

Volkswagen

CC

2017

Volkswagen

CC

2015

Volkswagen

E-Golf

2010

Volkswagen

Golf

2011

Volkswagen

Golf

2012

Volkswagen

Golf

2013

Volkswagen

Golf

2014

Volkswagen

Golf

2012

Volkswagen

Golf R

2013

Volkswagen

Golf R

2006

Volkswagen

GTI

2007

Volkswagen

GTI

2008

Volkswagen

GTI

2009

Volkswagen

GTI

2010

Volkswagen

GTI

2011

Volkswagen

GTI

2012

Volkswagen

GTI

2013

Volkswagen

GTI

2014

Volkswagen

GTI

2005

Volkswagen

Jetta

1.9L, 2.5L

2006

Volkswagen

Jetta

2007

Volkswagen

Jetta

2008

Volkswagen

Jetta

2009

Volkswagen

Jetta

2010

Volkswagen

Jetta

2011

Volkswagen

Jetta

S, SEL; 2.5L; Sedan (4 Door), Station Wagon

2012

Volkswagen

Jetta

S, SEL; 2.5L; Sedan (4 Door), Station Wagon

2013

Volkswagen

Jetta

HYBRID, HYBRID COMFORTLINE, HYBRID HIGHLINE, HYBRID SE, HYBRID SEL, HYBRID TRENDLINE, S, SEL; 2.5L; Sedan (4 Door), Station Wagon

2014

Volkswagen

Jetta

HYBRID, HYBRID COMFORTLINE, HYBRID HIGHLINE, HYBRID SE, HYBRID SEL, HYBRID SEL PREMIUM, HYBRID TRENDLINE, S, SE, SEL; 2.5L; Sedan (4 Door), Station Wagon

2015

Volkswagen

Jetta

SE, SEL, SPORT, TDI S, TDI SE, TDI SEL; Sedan (4 Door)

2016

Volkswagen

Jetta

S, SE, SEL, SEL PREMIUM, SPORT

2017

Volkswagen

Jetta

S, SE, SEL, SPORT, WOLFSBURG EDITION

2018

Volkswagen

Jetta

S, SE, SEL, SPORT, WOLFSBURG EDITION

2006

Volkswagen

Passat

2007

Volkswagen

Passat

2008

Volkswagen

Passat

2009

Volkswagen

Passat

2010

Volkswagen

Passat

2012

Volkswagen

Passat

2013

Volkswagen

Passat

2014

Volkswagen

Passat

2015

Volkswagen

Passat

2016

Volkswagen

Passat

2017

Volkswagen

Passat

2018

Volkswagen

Passat

2019

Volkswagen

Passat

2020

Volkswagen

Passat

2021

Volkswagen

Passat

2022

Volkswagen

Passat

2008

Volkswagen

R32

2006

Volkswagen

Rabbit

2007

Volkswagen

Rabbit

2008

Volkswagen

Rabbit

2009

Volkswagen

Rabbit

### FAQ

**Will this fit my vehicle?**  
Please verify your year, make, model, position, and any fitment notes using the compatibility table above before purchase.

**What part number is this?**  
The listed part number is 344459.

**Is this product designed for direct replacement?**  
Yes. This product is intended to match the compatible vehicle applications listed in the fitment table.

**Should I confirm fitment before ordering?**  
Yes. Always compare your original part, position, and vehicle details with the fitment table before ordering.

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## Details

- **Price:** 163.53 CAD
- **Vendor:** KYB
- **Type:** Gas Shock OE Performance Twin Tube
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## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| Default Title | 163.53 CAD | In stock |

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- KYB 344459 Gas Shock OE Performance Twin Tube for 2006–2013 Audi A3

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> Source: [Standard Auto Part](www.standardautopart.com/products/kyb-shock-absorber-344459)
> Updated: 2026-06-19
