Reviewed by Andrew, 4WD Suspension fitment team
Dobinsons front coil springs for the Suzuki Vitara 1988-2005 are wound in Australia and supplied in multiple rates so the spring matches the load actually carried on the front of the vehicle. Choose your lift height and load rating below — the genuine Dobinsons part number is shown against every option. Sold as a matched pair at Dobinsons RRP, in stock in Australia with fitment support from our team.
Browse all compatible suspension parts for your Suzuki Vitara 1988-2005 using our parts finder.
These springs are the core of a 2 inch or 3 inch lift kit for the Vitara 1988-2005 — pair them with the matching dampers so the ride height and damping work together: Dobinsons rear coil springs for the Vitara 1988-2005; Dobinsons Nitro Gas front shocks for the Vitara 1988-2005; Dobinsons Nitro Gas rear shocks for the Vitara 1988-2005. Every part is load-rated, pair-priced at Dobinsons RRP and dispatched from Australian stock.
Last updated: 10 September 2026
| Make | Model | Series | Years | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki | Vitara | SE & SV Series | 1988 - 2005 | 1.6L & 2.0L Petrol |
Note: Strut front, coil rear.
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| Model / Engine | Lift | Part Number | Constant Load |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 8 Valve Engine | 1" Lift | C57-012 | Up to 35Kg |
| 1.6L 16 Valve Engine | 1" Lift | C57-016 | No Accessories |
| 1.6L 16 Valve Engine | 1" Lift | C57-018 | 40-80Kg |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl, 2.0L V6 | 1" Lift | C57-034 | 40-80Kg |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl, 2.0L V6 | 1" Lift | C57-018 | Up to 40Kg |
| 2.0L TDi, 2.5L V6 | 2" Lift | C57-034 | No Accessories |
| 1.6L 8 Valve Engine | 2" Lift | C57-012 | No Accessories |
| 2.0L, 1.6L 16 Valve Engine 2.0L V6 Petrol | 2" Lift | C57-016 | No Accessories |
| 2.0L TD | 1" Lift | C57-016 | No Accessories |
Front coil springs are a bolt-in job for an experienced DIY installer or any suspension workshop. A spring compressor is required to dismantle the front strut assembly, and a wheel alignment is mandatory afterwards because ride height changes camber and caster. Allow around 500km for new springs to settle. Springs only — shocks are sold separately.
Dobinsons has been designing and manufacturing 4WD suspension in Australia for decades, with springs wound and dampers valved for local loads, corrugations and touring distances rather than adapted from an overseas market spec. Every part is backed by a Dobinsons manufacturer warranty. View the full Dobinsons range to match the rest of your build.
Suzuki Vitara 1988-2005 owners restoring sagged ride height or fitting accessories that add constant weight. Pair with matched Dobinsons dampers valved for the lift height you choose.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | Dobinsons |
| Type | Front coil springs |
| Position | Front axle |
| Sold as | Pair (both sides) |
| Vehicle | Suzuki Vitara 1988-2005 |
| Lift options | 1 inch, 2 inch |
| Load ratings | 40-80 kg, Up to 35 kg |
| Spring rate | Linear rate |
| Part numbers | C57-012, C57-016, C57-018, C57-034 |
Load ratings refer to permanent extra weight over the axle. Springs do not change the vehicle's GVM or towing capacity.
Yes — these Dobinsons front coil springs are made for the Suzuki Vitara 1988-2005 and use the factory spring mounts, so no cutting or drilling is required. Strut front, coil rear.
Lift depends on the option selected and is shown in the dropdown and the options table. Actual height also depends on your current spring sag and the weight permanently carried, so a spring rated for a heavier load will sit higher on an unladen vehicle and settle once accessories are fitted.
Match the rating to weight that is on the vehicle permanently rather than occasionally. Too soft and the vehicle sags with accessories fitted; too firm and it rides harshly unladen. Our team can confirm the right option against your build before you order.
A matched pair (2 x) of Dobinsons coil springs in the option you select, with the exact part number shown in the dropdown. Shocks, struts and other components are sold separately.
Yes. Choose the 2" lift option on this page and pair it with the matching Dobinsons dampers linked above — springs set the lift height and load rating, and the matched shocks control it. The same approach with 3" options builds a 3 inch lift kit for the Vitara 1988-2005.
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