Front nearside damper for BMW F45 F46 F48 - Bilstein 22-247070

Get your BMW riding tight and true again with this factory-spec front left damper from Bilstein. Part number 22-247070 delivers OE-level control, confident steering feel and composed braking on rough roads and motorways alike. Perfect for BMW 2 Series Active Tourer and Gran Tourer, plus BMW X1 F48 models where the original front nearside strut has gone soft, bouncy or crashy.

At MJ Modifications we have fitted these units on our own cars and for many customers. The feedback is consistently excellent for comfort, stability and longevity. If you want original equipment quality without compromise, this is the sensible upgrade.

Why it works on UK roads

• Direct-fit front left suspension leg that matches BMW factory specifications
• Gas pressurised twin tube design for reliable damping and crisp response
• Improves body control, reduces nose dive and tightens up turn-in
• Engineered for petrol, diesel and plug-in hybrid variants including xDrive and sDrive
• Ideal standard ride height replacement for daily driving and long-distance comfort

Replace in pairs for the best balance across the axle. Matching front right option: Bilstein 22-247087.

Key details

Vehicle fitment

This front nearside shock fits the following BMW applications:

• BMW 2 Series
  • 2 Active Tourer F45 11.2013 onwards
    • 225xe Plug-in-Hybrid, 216i, 218i, 220i, 225i, 225i xDrive, 214d, 216d, 218d, 218d xDrive, 220d, 220d xDrive
  • 2 Active Tourer Van F45 11.2013 onwards
    • 218i, 220d
  • 2 Gran Tourer F46 07.2014 onwards
    • 216i, 218i, 220i, 214d, 216d, 218d, 218d xDrive, 220d, 220d xDrive
  • 2 Gran Tourer Van F46 07.2014 onwards
    • 218i, 220d
• BMW X Series
  • X1 F48 11.2014 onwards
    • xDrive25e Plug-in-Hybrid, sDrive18i, sDrive20i, sDrive28i, xDrive20i, xDrive25i, sDrive16d, sDrive18d, sDrive20d, xDrive18d, xDrive20d, xDrive25d
  • X1 Van F48 07.2015 onwards
    • sDrive20d

Professional installation

Want it fitted right first time? Book installation with MJ Modifications in Warwickshire. Email info@mjmodifications.co.uk for a quote or advice on your BMW suspension setup.

Fitment check before we ship

We will confirm compatibility prior to dispatch. Add your UK registration or the last 7 of your VIN at checkout so we can verify that 22-247070 is correct for your chassis.

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