KYB Excel-G Rear Shock Absorber KYB340042 for 2017-2019 Subaru Impreza

Ride Comfort may be important, but restoring a vehicles Ride Control, stability, stopping, lane change responsiveness and handling is critical. KYB Excel-G Shocks and Struts are designed for the most important performance purpose: Restoring the vehicles original capabilities. KYB is a world leading supplier of shocks and struts to new vehicle manufacturers and the Excel-G is 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. That has earned Excel-G the classification: OEA (Original Equipment for the Aftermarket). The KYB Excel-G is a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design that includes every quality component that our global OEM products include and it is the preferred choice by professional technicians.

• KYB has the strongest and thickest strut bodies and brackets in the industry; minimizing flex to maintain correct alignment in all conditions

Restore the original ride control, stability, stopping performance, lane-change responsiveness, and handling of your Subaru Impreza with the KYB Excel-G Rear Shock Absorber, part number KYB340042. Designed as an Original Equipment for the Aftermarket (OEA) replacement, this shock absorber is engineered to restore the vehicle’s factory-designed performance rather than alter it.

KYB supplies shocks and struts to leading vehicle manufacturers worldwide, and Excel-G components are produced using the same OE manufacturing standards, quality-focused processes, and carefully calibrated performance principles. The nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design helps maintain consistent damping performance while the durable construction supports reliable operation during everyday driving. KYB also uses strong, thick shock bodies and brackets to help minimize flex and maintain proper alignment under changing road conditions.

• Feature: Original Equipment for the Aftermarket design helps restore factory ride control and handling characteristics.
• Feature: Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube construction supports consistent damping performance.
• Feature: OE-quality components and calibration deliver dependable replacement performance.
• Feature: Strong shock body and bracket construction helps reduce flex and preserve alignment.

Key Product Specifications & Technical Data

• Brand: KYB
• Product line: Excel-G
• Part number: KYB340042
• Component type: Rear shock absorber
• Design: Twin-tube
• Charge type: Nitrogen gas-charged
• Application: Automotive replacement suspension component
• Position: Rear

What's Included in the Box
One KYB Excel-G rear shock absorber, part number KYB340042.

Fitment
Fits select 2017, 2018, and 2019 Subaru Impreza models. Verify vehicle year, configuration, and application details before purchase.

Features:

• Original Equipment for the Aftermarket design helps restore factory ride control and handling characteristics.
• Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube construction supports consistent damping performance.
• OE-quality components and calibration deliver dependable replacement performance.
• Strong shock body and bracket construction helps reduce flex and preserve alignment.

Fitments:
2017 Subaru Impreza Base
2017 Subaru Impreza Limited
2017 Subaru Impreza Premium
2017 Subaru Impreza Sport
2018 Subaru Impreza Base
2018 Subaru Impreza Limited
2018 Subaru Impreza Premium
2018 Subaru Impreza Sport
2019 Subaru Impreza Base
2019 Subaru Impreza Limited
2019 Subaru Impreza Premium
2019 Subaru Impreza Sport

Air Freight Prohibited: false
Not Carb Approved: false
Ltl Freight Required: false
Prop 65: Unknown
Part Type: automotive
Epa: N/A
Carb Acknowledgement Required: false
Regular Stock: t
Units Per Sku: 1