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Toyota Corolla Coilovers

Toyota says no car in the world has outsold the Corolla, and we carry Toyota Corolla coilovers for many of its generations. On a 2019 or later car, BC makes a different kit for each rear suspension type: multi-link or torsion beam. The GR Corolla has its own section, with all five BC series. Find your years below. BC Racing kits are listed first.

Call us at 1-800-460-9106 with the year and trim, and we will find the right kit.

Blue Toyota Corolla Hatchback lowered on coilovers in a warehouse district in late afternoon light
Check the rear suspension first
Front-drive Corollas

Animated illustration. It shows where coilovers sit on a car, not your exact kit. Depending on the car and the kit, coilovers can lean forward or back or stand straight up, and some cars use a separate spring and shock in the rear. Your ride height depends on the kit and how it is set up.

Pick your Corolla years

Multi-link or torsion beam rear

This only matters on the newest Corollas, but on those cars it decides which kit fits.

Multi-link

Toyota built the 2019 Corolla Hatchback on its TNGA C platform, with a multi-link rear and MacPherson struts (a common, simple strut design) in front. BC sells a "Multi-Link Rear" kit for 2019 and later cars.

Torsion beam

BC has a 2023 to 2025 LE Base kit named "Torsion Beam Rear Suspension," and its Extreme Low kit does not fit cars with the torsion beam rear.

Not sure which rear you have?

Read us the year, body and trim. We will check which rear your car has before you order.

BC Racing on the Corolla range

Fifteen BC kits, GR Corolla included

BC Racing makes five series for the Corolla and GR Corolla: BR, DS, ER, RM and ZX. ER and ZX come only on the GR Corolla kit. You can get BR on every kit, DS on most kits from 1988 on, and RM on the 1993 and later kits, except the Superstrut and Extreme Low kits. The two AE82 and FX kits and the Superstrut kit come in BR only. Free shipping on BC Racing kits in the continental US.

See all BC Racing coilovers Jump to 2019 on

BC series from the AE82 to the GR Corolla

Here is how the five BC series line up across the Corolla range.

BR, on all fifteen kits

BC Racing BR coilovers have one knob with 30 clicks that sets compression and rebound together.

DS, 1988 on

DS has the same knob as BR, plus a digressive piston that firms up quickly over small bumps. You can get it on most kits from 1988 on.

RM, 1993 on

RM is an inverted monotube (a one-tube shock, mounted upside down) built for MacPherson struts. It comes on most kits from 1993 on.

ER and ZX, GR Corolla only

ER is an upright shock with an external oil reservoir. Compression and rebound adjust separately, with 30 clicks. BC calls ZX "most track-tested."

To add Swift Springs to a BC Corolla kit, order the Custom Build for BC Coilovers option. The iM kit's name says "Swift Front Only", so call us first.

TEIN, Ksport, KW, Fortune Auto and Bilstein

Five more brands make coilovers for the Toyota Corolla. Compare them with us at 1-800-460-9106.

TEIN

TEIN has eight kits, each named by chassis code, from the AE101 and AE111 to the 2019 hatchback.

Ksport

Ksport has kits from 1988 to 2021, with full rear coilovers ("true rear") for the 2003 to 2018 cars.

KW

KW has two kits: one for the E11 Corolla of 1998 to 2002 and one for the E12 of 2003 to 2007.

Fortune Auto

Fortune Auto kits are hand-assembled in Powhatan, Virginia. One kit fits the AE92, AE101 and AE111. The E210 kit comes with front endlinks (sway bar links) and a separate style rear.

Bilstein

Bilstein makes a B12 Pro-Kit for the 2003 to 2008 CE, LE, S and early XRS.

Kits for commuting, hatch builds and autocross

Daily commuter

For a car you drive every day, keep the drop small so you still clear driveways.

Kits to look at: BC Racing BR, TEIN Street Basis Z, Bilstein B12 (2003 to 2008), Ksport
The hatchback build

On a 2019 or later hatch, confirm the rear suspension first, then pick a height for your wheels.

Kits to look at: BC Racing DS or RM, TEIN Flex Z, Fortune Auto
Autocross

Set height for the course, and ask us how each kit adjusts before you order.

Kits to look at: BC Racing DS or RM, TEIN Flex Z, KW, Fortune Auto

Every Toyota Corolla coilover kit, GR Corolla included

There are thirty-four products in eight sections: 33 coilover kits and one Swift spring set. Ask us whether the springs suit your build. Each card shows the full product name.

Notes in BC kit names: "Swift Front Only" means the optional Swift spring upgrade is offered for the front springs only on that kit. "Extreme by Default" means the kit ships as BC's Extreme Low version as standard, built shorter for a lower drop.

Corolla from 2019: hatchback and sedan

Codes: E210; TEIN lists MZEA12L
BC Racing coilover kit for the 2019 Toyota Corolla Sedan
BC Racing kitThe BC Racing coilover kit listed for the 2019 Toyota Corolla Sedan. Photo: BC Racing.
Rear check: Look at your rear suspension first. One BC kit is named "Multi-Link Rear", and a 2023 to 2025 LE Base kit is named "Torsion Beam Rear". The BC Extreme Low kit does not fit the torsion beam rear. BC also makes separate kits for the hatchback and the sedan. If you are unsure about Extreme Low, start with a standard height kit.

Corolla, 2009 through 2018

Codes: TEIN lists AZE141L, ZRE142L, ZRE172L
BC Racing coilover kit for the 2009 to 2018 Toyota Corolla and Altis
BC Racing kitThe BC Racing coilover kit listed for the 2009 to 2018 Toyota Corolla and Altis. Photo: BC Racing.
Good to know: TEIN has a different kit for each chassis code, and its ZRE172L kit covers up to 2020. The BC kit name says "Extreme by Default", so check ride height with us. Ksport sells a kit with true rear coilovers.

Corolla, 2003 through 2008

Codes: E12 (KW), ZZE130L (Ksport)
BC Racing coilover kit for the 2003 to 2008 Toyota Corolla and Altis
BC Racing kitThe BC Racing coilover kit listed for the 2003 to 2008 Toyota Corolla and Altis. Photo: BC Racing.
Good to know: Bilstein fits the CE, LE, S and 2005 to 2006 XRS without self-leveling suspension. The KW kit stops at 2007.

Corolla, 1993 through 2002

Codes: AE101, AE111, E11
BC Racing coilover kit for the 1993 to 2002 Toyota Corolla
BC Racing kitThe BC Racing coilover kit listed for the 1993 to 2002 Toyota Corolla. Photo: BC Racing.
Good to know: BC also has a "Superstrut Non-USDM" kit that needs welding and is made for cars sold outside the US. For a US car, ask us about BC's standard 1993 to 2002 kit. Ksport's 1988 to 1997 kit also covers the earlier car.

Corolla kits at a glance

Model Years What decides the kit BC Racing series
GR Corolla 2023 to 2024 BC only (plus Swift springs) BR, DS, ER, RM, ZX
2019 on 2018 to 2025 Multi-link or torsion beam rear (BC); hatchback or sedan (BC) BR, DS, RM
Corolla iM 2017 to 2018 None in the kit names BR, RM
2009 to 2018 2009 to 2020 Chassis code (TEIN) BR, DS, RM
2003 to 2008 2003 to 2008 None in the kit names BR, DS, RM
1993 to 2002 1992 to 2002 US-market or Superstrut non-US (BC) BR, DS, RM
1988 to 1992 1988 to 1992 BC kit excludes the FX BR, DS
AE82 and FX16 1983 to 1988 Whether it is an FX (BC) BR

Before you buy: what Corolla owners run into

Here is what Corolla owners report most often in forums, recalls and service bulletins, and what each one means for your coilovers.

Squeak from the front lower arm rear bushing
E170 sedan, 2014 to 2019

Toyota bulletin T-SB-0068-20 says some 2014 to 2019 Corollas may squeak from the front lower arm rear bushing over speed bumps and rough roads. A squeak before or after a coilover install may come from this bushing, not the new kit.

Before you install: Note any front squeak over bumps before the install, and have the dealer check the bulletin if it is still there afterward.

Tapping noise from the front strut mount area
Early production 2003 Corolla (E130, 2003 to 2008 range)

Toyota TSB SU003-02 from 2002 covers a tapping noise from the front upper suspension on some early 2003 Corollas and Matrixes, sometimes mistaken for a dash rattle. The repair adds sealer pads to the upper mount. A tap that was there before the install can be wrongly blamed on the new top mounts.

Before you install: Note any front tapping before the install, and ask a Toyota dealer by VIN whether SU003-02 applies or was done.

Corolla history

In the US since 1968

The first Corolla went on sale in Japan in November 1966 and came to the US in 1968. By Toyota's count, no car in history has sold more.

  1. 2016
    Fifty yearsBy then there were eleven generations and more than 43 million sold, by Toyota's count at the time.
  2. 2018
    New hatchbackThe 2019 Corolla Hatchback went on sale that summer, on the TNGA C platform with a multi-link rear.
  3. 2023
    BC makes a 2023 to 2025 LE Base kit for cars with a torsion beam rear.

Most Corollas have been bought as daily commuters. On the newest Corolla, check the rear suspension before you order.

Rear suspension and other Corolla questions

Does my Corolla have a multi-link or torsion beam rear?

BC makes a different kit for each on the newest cars. One is named "Multi-Link Rear", and a 2023 to 2025 LE Base kit is named "Torsion Beam Rear". Toyota launched the 2019 hatchback with a multi-link rear. Call us with your year and trim to be sure.

Are GR Corolla and AE86 kits on this page?

The GR Corolla is, with one BC kit and a Swift spring set. AE86 Toyota Corolla coilovers are listed on a separate page.

What is the "Superstrut Non-USDM" kit?

That is BC's name for a 1993 to 1997 kit that needs welding and is made for Corollas sold outside the US. Call us before ordering it for a US car.

Which BC Racing series can I get for my Corolla?

BR comes on every BC kit. DS comes on most kits from 1988 on, and RM on most from 1993 on. On this page, ER and ZX come only on the GR Corolla kit.

Do the Corolla iM kits fit a Scion iM?

TEIN marks its iM kits "Also fits 15-16 Scion iM." The BC kit name lists only the Corolla iM, so ask us.

Is a warranty included with BC Racing Corolla kits?

BC Racing North America currently lists a two-year limited warranty on full kit orders, subject to its warranty terms. Each of the other brands sets its own warranty terms.

Around the site

Coilover Kits by CarEvery car page, one index. Toyota Coilovers Compared: Supra, GR Corolla, Corolla and CamrySetup and ownership tips for the Corolla. AWD, RWD or FWD: Why Drivetrain Changes the Coilover Kit You OrderWhy the drivetrain changes which kit fits your Corolla. How to Set Ride Height on CoiloversMeasure and set the drop on your Corolla. After You Lower It: Alignment Timing, Driver-Assist Calibration and Headlight AimAlignment, driver-assist and headlight checks once the Corolla is lower. What are coilovers?The basics for a first kit. BC Racing for ToyotaBC's Toyota kits. Toyota coiloversToyota kits from all brands. Toyota Corolla AE86The rear-drive Corolla. Toyota Camry coiloversToyota's mid-size sedan. BC Racing series explainedWhat each BC series does. How to install coiloversThe job, start to finish.
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