# KYB 344808 KYB Gas Shock Absorber for 2005–2009 Audi A4

### Performance Overview

KYB Excel-G Shocks & Strutsare designed for the most important performance purpose: Restoring the vehicle’s original capabilities. KYB is a world leading supplier of shocks and struts to new vehicle manufacturers and theExcel-Gis made on the very same KYB OE assembly lines, uses the same OE quality components and is calibrated to restore original, designed performance, not change it.

### Key Features

-   Ride Comfort may be important, but restoring a vehicle’s Ride Control, stability, stopping, lane change responsiveness and handling is critical.
-   The KYB Excel-G helps restore the designed control and handling of your Audi A4
-   The KYB Excel-G uses a triple lip fluid seal to reduce the chance of oil and gas leaking out
-   Vehicle specific, hand assembled in-house damping valves correctly manage tire contact, steering response and body movement
-   Electronic safety systems depend on the suspension, brakes and tires operating as the vehicle manufacturer intended. The KYB Excel-G helps keep Electronic Safety Systems performing as designed.
-   KYB has the strongest and thickest strut bodies and brackets in the industry
-   minimizing flex to maintain correct alignment in all conditions
-   To reduce the chance of noise and vibration KYB recommends installing new strut mounts, part number: SM5237
-   Protect your new struts from dirt, debris and salt with a KYB Strut Boot, part number: SB115
-   Adjustable: No
-   Bearing Plate Included: No
-   Boot Included: No
-   Coil Over Springs Included: No
-   Compressed Length: 15.74 in
-   Design: Twin Tube
-   Dust Shield: No
-   Extended Length: 23.60 in
-   Gas Charged: Yes
-   Lower Mount Type: Eyelet
-   Lower Mounting Isolator Included: No
-   Manufacturer Part Number: 344808
-   Shock Absorber Type: Gas
-   Stroke Length: 7.86 in
-   Upper Mount Type: Stud
-   Upper Mounting Isolator Included: No
-   VMRS Code: 16003000

### Vehicle Fitment Table

Year

Make

Model

Position

Fitment Precision

Note

2005

Audi

A4

2006

Audi

A4

2007

Audi

A4

2008

Audi

A4

2009

Audi

A4

2005

Audi

S4

2006

Audi

S4

2007

Audi

S4

2008

Audi

S4

2009

Audi

S4

### 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 344808.

**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.

### Common Searches

-   Shock Absorber for Audi A4
-   344808 fitment
-   KYB Shock Absorber
-   2005–2009 Audi A4 Shock Absorber
-   KYB 344808 replacement

## Details

- **Price:** 174.03 CAD
- **Vendor:** KYB
- **Type:** Shock Absorber
- **Tags:** 2005–2009 Audi A4, 2005–2009 Audi S4, 344808, Gas Charged, KYB, OE Replacement, Shock Absorber, Suspension

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| Default Title | 174.03 CAD | In stock |

---

> Source: [Standard Auto Part](https://www.standardautopart.com/products/kyb-audi-shock-absorber-344808)
> Updated: 2026-07-06