AUDI A5 Cabriolet Shock absorber replacement Cost
2009–2012 · Engine, Fuel & Emissions system
Typical range
$355–$4.1k
Parts + labour
Labour hours
1.2–3.5h
At a typical garage
Shock absorbers control body movement over bumps; worn shocks cause excessive bouncing, nose-diving under braking and reduced tyre contact with the road. They are typically replaced in pairs per axle. AUDI A5 Cabriolet shock absorber replacement costs $355–$4071 per axle.
Typical parts included
- Shock absorber (damper) – front
- Shock absorber (damper) – rear
What affects the price
- Conventional shock vs coilover or integrated strut assembly
- OEM vs performance brand (Bilstein, Monroe, KYB)
- Whether springs need replacing at the same time
Common questions
How long does this repair take?
Shock absorber replacement on a AUDI A5 Cabriolet typically takes 1.2–3.5 hours at a garage.
How often does this need to be done?
For a AUDI A5 Cabriolet, this is typically needed every 50,000–80,000 miles, or when noticeable bouncing or handling degradation occurs.
Other engine, fuel & emissions system repairs on the AUDI A5 Cabriolet
- ABS hydraulic unit replacement$446–$829
- ABS sensor replacement$184–$341
- ABS system bleeding$147–$273
- AC compressor clutch replacement$368–$683
- AC compressor replacement$394–$731
Shock absorber replacement cost on similar cars
- MERCEDES BENZ E-Klasse Cabriolet and predecessors$247–$458
- BMW Z4 Roadster$247–$458
- SAAB 9-3 Convertible$247–$458
- CHEVROLET Camaro Convertible$296–$550
- VOLKSWAGEN Golf Cabrio$247–$458
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