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Subaru Enthusiasts who are passionate about their 2022 Subaru BRZ always strive for superior handling and cornering no matter what genre within the community they choose to live. Whether it's for their daily commute or weekend track or rally adventures, Subaru owners are constantly seeking the perfect solution to tackle any challenge they may encounter in various environments. While the BRZ is a perfect platform for expression and modification with its stylishly designed flexible format, dedicated enthusiasts understand that there is always space to go further. As serious enthusiasts ourselves, we feel that researching aftermarket manufacturers and products for your BRZ becomes crucial. By ensuring stability, safety, and top performance, enthusiasts can enhance the overall performance driving experience and leave a lasting impression in the mind's of onlookers whether on the street or track.
At Subimods, our goal is to provide information, education, and assistance to our customers on their modification journeys. In this article, we will delve into the components of a Performance Suspension System Upgrade for the BRZ , its importance by stabilizing the vehicle in all driving situations, learn about some of the manufacturers who create these components, and hopefully find out what budget numbers need to be met so the delivered performance aligns with the driver's desires.
An enthusiast who is investigating a suspension upgrade for their 2022 Subaru BRZ must be prepared to ask themself a number of questions before moving forward. Determining the vehicle's true performance goals first will be very helpful in defining an accurate performance profile. If the driver wants their BRZ to serve in a specific performance capacity, the driver will need to decide between two options - coilovers or lowering springs - to establish a good starting point for this project. Before making any decisions, it's crucial to understand the negatives and positives of each option. This will depend on your overall needs and the financial investment required to meet your specific expectations. To ensure satisfaction and contribute to the longevity of your vehicle, it's recommended to conduct thorough research and seek guidance from an experienced expert who can help you understand the differences between coilovers and lowering springs. Basically, a Coilover System consists of a heavy coil spring integrated with a shock-absorbing component, forming a single assembly. This assembly allows for the adjustment of the vehicle's height and also offers the driver the option to adjust the spring rate for fine-tuning in specific driving scenarios. Ultimately, along with this, the vehicle's coilover system provides proper dampening while enhancing the vehicle's overall handling to ready it for demanding performance situations. The BRZ enthusiast will definitely benefit from a superior upgrade choosing the coilover option, but will need to accept the higher cost. As we know, a true enthusiast will look at the overall benefit, carefully measure the long term gain, and count the extra cost in time and money - which may require much more of an investment.
Acceptance of the coilover investment reality will provide extreme flexibility and a wide range of options to the driver who wants to conveniently fine-tune and customize the vehicle's performance for most situations. As we move forward and begin to feature coilover manufacturers and the products they provide, we will see how many options there are in this category. On the other hand, Lowering Springs present a very accessible alternative, but can be quite limiting since they introduce their own list of pros and cons. These components are specifically designed to replace your vehicle's factory-installed springs and lower the ride height, giving your car a more aggressive stance. While they are more affordable compared to coilovers, they do introduce a number of challenges to the driver who wants more flexibility. Lowering springs can only provide a fixed reduction of 1 to 2 inches in ride height, limiting your ability to make precise adjustments for optimal performance. By opting for coilovers, not only will you achieve a more stylish appearance, but you'll also experience improved handling due to the lowered center of gravity. The ability to fine-tune your suspension settings will further enhance your driving experience. It's important to carefully consider your goals and expectations as a driver when choosing between these configurations to ensure a satisfying and high-performance outcome. In addition to these primary upgrade options, it's crucial to familiarize yourself with other important components during the planning process. This will ensure a comprehensive and successful upgrade that meets your specific requirements.
When embarking on a project to upgrade your vehicle's components, it's important to remember that simply changing or adjusting the height and profile is not the only step towards achieving the desired results. There are a few additional factors that should be carefully considered before moving forward. One crucial aspect to consider when aiming to enhance the cornering performance and stability of the 2022 Subaru BRZ is the upgrade of the vehicle's Sway Bars. The level of performance you wish to attain will determine the priority of including new Sway Bars in your list of purchases. These bars play a critical role in controlling the body roll of the vehicle during demanding cornering situations. To achieve a significant reduction in body roll and amplify stability, it is advisable to choose a more robust Sway Bar with a thicker design or one that offers adjustability. This will provide a more controlled driving experience, especially in challenging and aggressive scenarios. Additionally, the End Links serve as the primary connection point between the Sway Bar assembly and the suspension system of the vehicle. Including an upgrade for the End Links, along with the previously mentioned components, will result in a solid and substantial improvement in the effectiveness of your Sway Bar. This upgrade will reduce flex and deliver maximum performance. To ensure the highest level of enhancement in handling, it is wise to include both the Sway Bar upgrade and the End Link upgrade when upgrading other components within the suspension system. By carefully evaluating these factors and making the necessary upgrades, you can truly transform your vehicle's performance and enjoy a more exhilarating driving experience.
Moreover, opting to enhance your upgrade list by incorporating Performance Control Arms and replacing all the bushings with high-quality alternatives will undoubtedly have a positive impact. This will not only strengthen your BRZ and prolong its lifespan but also guarantee maximum stability and endurance in the face of any motorsports challenge, prioritizing safety at all times. Familiarizing yourself with the Control arms is crucial as they serve as the foundation of the front suspension system. These arms act as the primary link between your front wheels and the car itself. One end of the control arm connects to the wheel assembly, while the other end is attached to the vehicle's framework. The upper control arms are connected to the upper section of the front wheels, while the lower control arm is linked to the lower part of the front wheel, and both arms are then attached to the vehicle's frame. Once again, upgrading this vital assembly with top-notch components and replacing all factory bushings with performance alternatives will only contribute to achieving greatness, satisfaction, and victory in the long run. Lastly, it is of utmost importance for enthusiasts to adhere to a proper maintenance plan to ensure accurate alignment and suspension geometry. This will help avoid potentially hazardous situations such as uneven tire wear and unpredictable handling, which can lead to dangerous and even fatal consequences during challenging driving scenarios. Adjusting alignment angles after making suspension modifications is a critical and ongoing step to maintain optimal handling dynamics and ensure safety.
Any enthusiast will confirm how exciting it would be to begin exploring the marketplace for a quality Suspension System for a 2022 Subaru BRZ . As always, this type of investigation will open a big book of manufacturers that specialize in performance but are also engineering and design leaders who continually impact the industry with their offerings. Subimods has identified a number of these companies, whose extensive range of suspension system products have become highly sought after by customers browsing through our online store. While some of these brands may be immediately familiar to the Subaru enthusiast, important details behind how these companies started might not be aligned with the popular products they create. A company that is often featured as creators of most wanted products in our on-line catalog, BC Racing has been a force in aftermarket performance for almost two decades creating a brand that ranks on the top of every list along with the industry’s other premiere suppliers Moreover, BC Racing prides themselves in having a vast offering of over 1100 suspension kits and related products in their arsenal. HKS , a Japanese manufacturer that has become a motorsports icon and premiere supplier to the performance world for over 50 years continues to build on their respected brand and keep innovation at the top of their priority list. German manufacturer Bilstein has been in business for an amazing 140 years, but put their stake in the ground of the automotive world in 1927. After 30 years of work and early innovation, they would bring the first mono-tube gas pressure shock absorber to the auto industry and continue to provide the high performance channel with their extreme quality, design, and engineering. Japanese company A’PEXi has been offering their manufacturing and engineering expertise to the motorsports marketplace for almost 25 years while providing their long list of performance products to enthusiasts around the world. Öhlins Racing , Swedish performance icons, have been suspension system innovators since the late 1970's. Featured in several of our articles, Öhlins products continuously appear as some of the most wanted offerings in the Subimods online catalog which makes them a great option for the investigating enthusiast.
Moving up the scale to the $1800 to $2500 bracket, we see two offerings from our friends at Fortune Auto , the 500 Series Generation 8 Coilover Kit slipping in under $1800 , and their 500 Series Super Low Generation 8 Coilover Kit with Swift Springs included for about $400 more at $2199 . HKS enters the room leveled up with their Hipermax S Coilovers for $2025 , and their Hipermax R Coilovers priced at little over $2500 . Like both Fortune Auto and HKS, our next company has two more offerings to stir the pot of choices for the researching enthusiast. We see RS-R Suspension's Sports-I Coilover Kit for under $2100 and their Sports-I Club Racer Coilover Kit coming in at $300 for about $2399 . Bilstein brings another product to the table with their B16 PSS10 Coilover Suspension Kit which comes in at a higher price point of over $2136 , along with a offering from Öhlins Racing , the Road & Track Coilover System with DFV Tech for $2450 that gives the serious enthusiast a very flexible solution for when situations call for track ready adjustments. This first leg of the journey gives us a very broad look at a collection of performance coilover options for the BRZ along with a number of premiere manufacturers to confirm the bandwidth of quality that is available within the Subimods online catalog. This overview rounds out the choices nicely giving the interested BRZ driver an additional 8 products to put on the wish list. The Subimods team is confident that bringing these options to mind can be a great first phase in the suspension upgrade project. Now that we have laid out several choices for coilovers we can break down some alternative Lowering Springs options for the BRZ.
As we continue with our overview, it is evident that we will discover a wide range of suspension modification solutions for your 2022 Subaru BRZ in the Subimods online catalog. Passionate enthusiasts and performance drivers who cherish the BRZ platform understand the desire to enhance the driving experience and take this vehicle through situations and challenges they could once only dream about conquering. We currently offer a variety of Lowering Springs options that are highly sought after by BRZ customers. Starting with a price point of around $200, a driver can continue to transform their 2022 Subaru BRZ into a supreme handling machine without destroying their budget and deflating their dreams. There are a number of manufacturers on our most wanted list who have populated our catalog with some quality alternative suspension upgrade solutions. California-based manufacturer Eibach has been serving the automotive industry for over seven decades. Their product line which includes an impressive selection of springs, shock absorbers, sway bars, and coilovers, has been providing satisfaction to a wide range of performance enthusiasts from around the world season after season.
Their products inject a high degree of confidence while enhancing the handling and stability of each vehicle they modify. Japanese manufacturer Tein has been impacting the industry since its founding in Yokohama back in 1958 when it began pioneering the design and manufacturing of suspension components for both passenger vehicles and those high performance platforms that exist throughout the motor sports world. Both Eibach and Tein enter this category with products aligned with an enthusiasts desire to lower their BRZ. The Eibach Pro-Kit Lowering Springs is available through Subimods for $350 , while the Tein H-Tech Lowering Springs option comes in at a lower price around $284 . Another customer favorite, RS-R Suspension, returns to the table with two offerings in this category including their Down Sus Series Lowering Spring Kit and their Superdown Series Lowering Spring Kit , both for $279 . Making a choice between a quality Coilover System or a Lowering Spring modification is not the final step in a BRZ suspension upgrade. An upgrade for the existing Sway Bars, the End Links, and also the Control Arms should be considered during this process while budgeting and counting costs for the upgrade.
In addition to the companies we have mentioned so far, a collection of most wanted products and their manufacturers appear in our listing to offer another sector suspension system components. Whether an enthusiast has decided to move forward with a Coilover System or only replace their stock components with Lowering Springs, an upgrade of these components have proven to be essential for the completion of a suspension upgrade on a 2022 Subaru BRZ . Now we will do our best to break down the most wanted Sway Bars and End Links along with the manufacturers that offer both individual parts and complete kits to the Subaru BRZ driver. The kits outlined in this section include parts and components designed for both the front and rear of the BRZ. Some of the featured manufacturers provide completed kits which conveniently include all the required hardware, parts, and components at a bundled price can ease the mind of the purchaser and ensure everything is included before compiling of parts and counting of cost has been completed. Three popular manufacturers, Whiteline , Cusco , and Perrin have all built impressive global brands while serving a thirsty aftermarket of Subaru enthusiasts who need to be ready and able to create, enjoy, and compete with confidence and trust. Several popular products including adjustable sway bars, lowering springs, and other products manufactured by these companies are always on top of our lists in any category, but a few of their offerings priced under $400 have slipped into this list which widens the field of choice for the interested BRZ driver. Whiteline enters the room with two offerings in this category, their Adjustable 22mm Front Sway Bar with End links for under $260 , and their Adjustable 20mm Front Sway Bar with End links for around $309 . California-based Cusco jumps into the mix with four options for the BRZ enthusiast; their 16mm Front Sway Bar, or their 20mm Front Sway Bar priced at under $265 , or their 14mm Rear Sway Bar or their 16mm Rear Sway Bar for around $240 .
Oregon-based manufacturer Perrin comes to the table with four additional options for the driver to choose during their upgrade research. Perrin offers their Adjustable 19mm Front Sway Bar for about $212 , an Adjustable Rear Sway Bar for under $220 , their Adjustable 22mm Front Sway Bar for around $227 , and their Adjustable 22mm Rear Sway Bar for $255 . Lastly, previously featured company FactionFab finishes off this list of most wanted products with two more offerings from their line. FactionFab offers their 18mm Rear Sway Bar for $250 , while bringing in their 22mm Front Sway Bar at a slightly higher price of $360 . Lastly, it is important to mention how much more robust the suspension system will be if the BRZ's End Links are included and also upgraded in concert with the Sway Bars. This will definitely raise the level of stability, handling, and long-term performance on the vehicle and amplify the driving experience and justify this important investment. The Australian company GKTech has been bringing quality performance solutions to Subaru enthusiasts and other motorsports communities for over 20 years. GKTech offers two products on this list that could serve as the finishing touch on this segment of the upgrade. The GKTECH Adjustable High Clearance Front Sway Bar End Links are available for under $165 , while their Adjustable Front Sway Bar End Links are priced a bit higher for under $175 .
Now that we are approaching the conclusion of our performance suspension upgrade research and price/parts comparison outline, we have been able to carefully examine all the components that enhance the vehicle's posture and style profile, that provide safety under challenging conditions, and that ensures extreme and satisfactory driving performance in the 2022 Subaru BRZ. Any justifiable upgrade or enhancement to the vehicle's suspension and components should have a positive impact on the car's overall stability, which includes cornering, balance, steering, and alignment. A quality upgrade to the suspension system on a 2022 Subaru BRZ will ensure the best driving experience for the enthusiast in any area of motorsports they choose to pursue. To conclude this overview of the most wanted suspension components, we have included a listing of Control Arms from various manufacturers that have become some of our most popular solutions available in our catalog. We hoped that including these components would add one additional layer of assistance to the BRZ owner who is trying to establish a complete plan regarding their upcoming modification. Again, we discovered that a few other companies, including SuperPro , SMY and Verus Engineering , who were featured previously in other product articles, have jumped in the list under this category. California's SuperPro offers the Subaru enthusiast quality, innovation, and years of performance along with undisputed expertise which is proven by the popularity of their wide range of suspension system components which have built a strong reputation through the international motorsports community. Also, New York's SMY and Verus Engineering out of Indiana, have both built quality, premiere brands who have manufactured complete lines of suspension and aftermarket performance parts so creative Subaru enthusiasts can bring their modification dreams to reality.
For more information regarding aftermarket parts for your 2022 Subaru BRZ , please visit our website and explore the section dedicated to your platform at: https://subimods.com/collections/brz .
Bryon Turcotte - Marketing Writer/Analyst
Turcotte has worked as a writer, journalist, and digital content developer for 30 years. He began his career in music journalism in 1995 then worked for several years as both a staff writer, managing editor, and a freelancer for both regional and national music publications. Over the next three decades his contributions extended beyond the music industry as he served within the realms of higher education, science and technology, manufacturing, and finance. He has been serving as a content developer and writer on the Subimods Marketing team since August 2023.
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