H&R Springs & Suspension

H&R's spring lineup is built around progressive spring rates, meaning the spring stiffness increases as the spring compresses. This gives a more compliant feel over small road imperfections while still providing resistance under harder cornering and braking loads -- the same philosophy Eibach uses, and the reason both brands are consistently recommended for daily-driven builds that want improved handling without a punishing ride.

The Sport spring is H&R's best seller and targets street-driven builds where ride quality on factory shocks matters. The Super Sport drops the car further with a higher spring rate suited to more aggressive driving styles. The Race spring sits at a tighter spring rate optimized for handling response over maximum drop -- often ending up at a similar or slightly higher ride height than the Sport depending on the vehicle and spring rates involved. For most daily drivers the Sport is the right starting point.

H&R also carries wheel spacers, sway bars, and sport cup coilovers, making them one of the more complete suspension brands in the catalog. If you are pairing H&R springs with new shocks, Bilstein B8 shocks are a well-matched pairing -- Bilstein's B12 Pro-Kit bundle actually pairs their B8 shocks with Eibach Pro-Kit springs as a factory-tuned set, and the same pairing philosophy applies to H&R springs. Not sure whether springs or coilovers are right for your build? Read our full coilovers vs lowering springs guide.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between H&R Sport, Super Sport, and Race springs?
The Sport spring is H&R's most popular street spring -- progressive rate, moderate drop, designed to work with factory shocks and give a comfortable daily ride with improved handling. The Super Sport drops the car further with a higher spring rate, suited to more aggressive street driving. The Race spring has a tighter spring rate optimized for handling response rather than maximum drop -- it often ends up at a similar ride height to the Sport but with less body roll under load. For most daily drivers the Sport is the right choice. The Super Sport is for drivers who want to go lower. The Race is for drivers who prioritize cornering feel over stance.

Do H&R springs work with stock shocks?
H&R Sport springs are progressive rate and designed to work with factory shocks on most applications, provided the shocks are in good condition. H&R notes on older vehicles that upgrading the shocks at the same time is recommended. The Super Sport has a higher spring rate that can accelerate wear on high-mileage factory shocks. If your factory shocks have significant miles on them, pairing H&R springs with fresh shocks -- Bilstein B8 or equivalent -- will give noticeably better results than running them on worn dampers.

How much do H&R springs lower your car?
Drop varies by vehicle and spring series. The Sport typically drops 0.8 to 1.5 inches depending on application. The Super Sport drops approximately 1.0 to 2.0 inches. The Race spring often produces a similar or slightly higher drop than the Sport due to its stiffer spring rate -- a lighter spring rate under the same vehicle weight means more drop, and the Race's stiffer rate sometimes results in less drop than the Sport. Check the individual product listing for your vehicle's exact drop amount.

Where are H&R springs made?
H&R springs are designed and manufactured in Lennestadt, Germany. H&R Special Springs was the first aftermarket spring manufacturer to earn TÜV certification and later ABE certification, both of which are rigorous German safety and performance standards. All H&R products continue to meet these certifications and are wholly produced in Germany.

Are H&R or Eibach springs better?
Both are German-made, TÜV certified progressive-rate springs that perform at a similar level for street use. H&R tends to be more popular on European platforms -- BMW, Audi, Volkswagen, Porsche -- where they have the deepest vehicle-specific engineering data. Eibach has broader fitment across Japanese and domestic platforms and is slightly more popular on Honda, Toyota, and Ford applications. For most buyers the choice comes down to which brand has the right drop amount for their specific vehicle, since both offer comparable ride quality at similar price points.

Do I need an alignment after installing H&R springs?
Yes, always. Any change to ride height affects camber and toe. Get a 4-wheel alignment after installing H&R springs regardless of which series you choose.