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NITRON ELEC-TRON R1 COILOVER KIT FOR 4S AUDI R8 [NTCAU012ER1]

Name: NITRON ELEC-TRON R1 COILOVER KIT FOR 4S AUDI R8 [NTCAU012ER1]
SKU: NTCAU012ER1
Price: 7070.00 USD
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SKU: NTCAU012ER1

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Nitron elec-TRON R1 Coilover Kit for 4S Audi R8

The Nitron elec-TRON R1 coilover kit for the 4S Audi R8 brings electronic damping control through Nitron’s proportional solenoid valve, with all damping managed by the elec-TRON DSC Sport V1 controller, which is required and sold separately. The V1 replaces the factory shock controller and interfaces directly with the factory dash display and controls, giving the driver user-definable suspension control without losing any factory functionality. The kit includes adjustable top mounts and race springs, covering the same broad adjustment range as the R3 without the independent compression adjustment and remote reservoirs. The hardware traces directly back to the R3 platform, so what you’re getting is proven race-derived componentry packaged into a more accessible, straightforward setup; one that works particularly well on the 4S, where the second-generation R8’s more refined chassis and quattro all-wheel drive system already handle a significant portion of the dynamic workload and the suspension just needs to keep up with precision rather than complexity.

elec-TRON

The elec-TRON R1 for the 4S Audi R8 uses Nitron’s proportional solenoid valve fitted to each shock individually, with all damping managed by the elec-TRON DSC Sport V1 controller, which is required and sold separately. Each shock carries its own valve, giving the V1 precise, independent damping control at every corner simultaneously. The system processes brake pressure, g-force, acceleration, steering inputs, and vehicle speed all at once, making damping adjustments in real time. The suspension is reacting to what the road and the driver are doing as it happens, not catching up after the fact.

Standalone Electronic Damping System

The elec-TRON DSC Sport V1 controller is required for the elec-TRON R1 kit on the 4S Audi R8 and is sold separately. It replaces the factory shock controller entirely, interfacing directly with the factory dash display and controls so nothing is lost from the driver’s perspective. Working in conjunction with Nitron’s elec-TRON valve, the V1 continuously processes brake pressure, g-force, acceleration, steering inputs, and vehicle speed to determine the correct valve position and damping level at any given moment. The result is a fully user-definable suspension platform that isn’t locked to a fixed damping rate; the driver can digitally tune the chassis the same way they would tune an engine, dialing in more grip for the track or a more compliant setup for the street. Full individual shock calibration tables give experienced drivers and engineers the depth to develop a setup properly, while the factory interface keeps the experience seamless from behind the wheel.
- Replaces factory shock controller
- Interfaces with factory dash display and controls
- Calculations include brake pressure, g-force, acceleration, steering, speed and full individual shock calibration tables

Unique Technology

Nitron builds every shock around precision components that go through a thorough design and development process long before final assembly. The modular construction gives engineers the room to develop each application properly on its own terms, without cutting corners on part quality or how components work together under load. Everything is machined to tight tolerances and inspected individually by trained technicians; quality control isn’t a final step here, it runs through the entire process. New materials, finishes, and processes are validated extensively before they’re brought into production, with proprietary Nitron technologies woven throughout to produce shocks that hold up against the competition on both road and track. That level of engineering discipline is what the brand has been built on.
- Basic Damper Design:
  1. End Eye / Top Mount
  2. Damper Piston & Shim Stack
  3. Shaft / Rod
  4. Floating / Separator Piston
  5. Suspension Oil
  6. Compressed Nitrogen Gas

Bespoke Engineering

Nitron doesn’t start with a generic damper and work backward from there. Every application is developed from the ground up, with components, spring rates, and damping characteristics determined by the specific platform rather than borrowed from something adjacent. The geometry, weight distribution, and suspension travel of the vehicle shape the design from the start, not as corrections added later. That’s what separates a kit engineered for your car from one that was simply made to fit it.

Features

Shares core technology with the R3 kit
No manual damping adjustments are required, fully controlled by the solenoid valve
Internal reservoir type
Full alloy body
Preload adjuster
Nitrogen gas charged
Precision bearing spacers supplied as required
Consists of 4 coilovers and adjustable top mounts
Hand made to order

Specifications

Coilover Type: elec-TRON R1
Rear Suspension Type: OEM
Droplinks Included: No
Recommended Spring Rates:
- FRS – Fast Road Spec:
  - Front: 550lbs/inch (96N/mm)
  - Rear: 750lbs/inch (131N/mm)
- TDS – Track Day Spec:
  - Front: 700lbs/inch (123N/mm)
  - Rear: 900lbs/inch (158N/mm)

Applications

Audi R8: 4S | 2016-2024
Audi R8 RWD: 4S | 2018-2024

Other Suspension Kits for the Audi R8 (4S)

Notes

This kit requires the Nitron elec-TRON DCS Sport V1 Controller to work
Compatible on Coupe and Spyder models
Custom spring rates also available, please contact us directly here for more information or for a consultation on custom rates
Images used for illustration purposes only. Specific details, finishes and end fittings may differ from that shown.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the DSC Sport V1 controller included with this kit? No. The DSC Sport V1 controller is required for the elec-TRON R1 to function and is sold separately. Without it, the electronic damping system cannot operate. The V1 replaces the factory shock controller and interfaces directly with the R8’s factory dash display and controls, so all factory functionality is retained.
What makes the DSC Sport V1 different from a standard suspension controller? The V1 is fully user-definable, processing brake pressure, g-force, acceleration, steering inputs, and vehicle speed simultaneously to determine damping levels in real time. It includes full individual shock calibration tables, giving drivers and engineers the ability to digitally tune the chassis; dialing in more grip for track use or a more compliant setup for the street. It’s the same level of control you’d apply to engine tuning, applied to the suspension.
How does the elec-TRON R1 differ from the NTR-R1 for the 4S R8? The NTR-R1 uses combined 2-way manual damping adjustment across 24 clicks, giving the driver direct physical control over the setup. The elec-TRON R1 replaces that with Nitron’s proportional solenoid valve and DSC Sport V1-controlled electronic damping, adjusting automatically in real time based on what the car is doing. Both kits share R3-derived hardware, but the elec-TRON R1 is the better fit for drivers who want the suspension to adapt continuously rather than being set manually.
Are droplinks included with the kit? No, droplinks are not included. The kit consists of four coilovers and adjustable top mounts covering front and rear, with precision bearing spacers supplied as required.
Is the Nitron elec-TRON R1 serviceable after purchase? Yes. Every elec-TRON R1 kit is fully serviceable. Nitron hand-builds each unit to order, and the design supports long-term maintenance rather than requiring full replacement when performance eventually needs refreshing.

About Nitron Suspension

Nitron Suspension has been at the forefront of precision suspension engineering since 1998, founded by Guy Evans with the goal of building high-performance shocks for enthusiasts and professionals alike. Over 200 dealers now carry Nitron products across Europe, Asia, the US, Australasia, and Africa. In 2008, the company moved into a dedicated facility in the UK’s Motorsport Valley, adding dynamometers, 5-axis CNC machines, and 3D CAD capabilities to support both growing demand and continued product development. A second expansion came in 2023 with a new office in Murrieta, California. The team behind every Nitron product draws from deep backgrounds in machining, materials technology, hydraulics, bike engineering, and F1 racing, with many engineers bringing firsthand experience as competitive drivers and riders. That depth of knowledge across both the technical and competitive sides of motorsport shapes every product Nitron develops.

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