{"product_id":"3-inch-lift-kit-cayenne-touareg-2002-2010","title":"Porsche Cayenne 955\/957 \u0026 VW Touareg 3-Inch Lift Kit Complete Set (2002–2010)","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePorsche Cayenne 955\/957 \u0026amp; VW Touareg 3-Inch Lift Kit Complete Set (2002–2010)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe maximum-clearance lift for the Gen 1 Cayenne and Touareg platform. Forged 7075 aluminum and high-carbon manganese steel spacers fit above the factory strut top mounts, retaining the factory air suspension while delivering the largest tyre fitment the platform will take.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeometry correction is required with this kit — not optional.\u003c\/strong\u003e See below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"background:#f4f4f4;border-left:3px solid #999;padding:12px 16px;margin:16px 0;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo choices to make above: first your car, then your adjustment type.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach generation has its own kit — both Porsche and VW facelifted these cars for the 2008 model year, so the hardware is matched to the car you pick from the \u003cem\u003eSelect your vehicle\u003c\/em\u003e dropdown.\u003cbr\u003eThen, under \u003cem\u003eAdjustment type\u003c\/em\u003e: \u003cstrong\u003eBlue is the manually adjustable version\u003c\/strong\u003e — you set the correction yourself to suit your wheel and tyre package. \u003cstrong\u003eGray is fixed\u003c\/strong\u003e — preset at the factory, nothing to adjust. Choose blue if you want to fine-tune the geometry after fitting; gray if you would rather fit it and leave it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 16px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e8e8; width: 40%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacer material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e8e8;\"\u003eForged 7075 aluminum alloy and high-carbon manganese steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e8e8; width: 40%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLift height\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e8e8;\"\u003e3 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e8e8; width: 40%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustment type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e8e8;\"\u003eBlue = manually adjustable; Gray = fixed, preset at the factory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e8e8; width: 40%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e8e8;\"\u003eCorrosion-resistant e-coating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e8e8; width: 40%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFactory air suspension\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e8e8;\"\u003eFully retained — nothing removed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e8e8; width: 40%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeometry correction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e8e8;\"\u003eRequired (Included)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e8e8; width: 40%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVehicle-specific\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e8e8;\"\u003eYes — built per generation, not a universal kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e8e8; width: 40%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax tyre (approx.)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e8e8;\"\u003e285\/70R18, subject to wheel offset\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e8e8; width: 40%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e8e8;\"\u003e1 year, replacement parts included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 inches of additional ride height — maximum clearance for the platform\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoice of manually adjustable (blue) or fixed (gray) geometry correction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForged 7075 aluminum and manganese steel spacers, precision machined\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory air suspension fully retained — sensors and compressors stay operational\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLargest tyre fitment available on this platform\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect bolt-on — no cutting, drilling, or welding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1-year warranty with free replacement parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/6394\/1597\/files\/1_ee83bfee-2307-48c3-91c9-531d320f2f6b_480x480.png?v=1773648482\" alt=\"3-Inch Lift Kit forged aluminum spring spacer detail for Cayenne Touareg\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:16px 0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border-bottom:2px solid #d0d0d0;width:55%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYour car\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border-bottom:2px solid #d0d0d0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOption to select\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e8e8;\"\u003ePorsche Cayenne 955, 2002–2007\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e8e8;\"\u003ePorsche Cayenne 955 (2002–2007)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e8e8;\"\u003ePorsche Cayenne 957 facelift, 2008–2010\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e8e8;\"\u003ePorsche Cayenne 957 (2008–2010)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e8e8;\"\u003eVW Touareg 7L pre-facelift, 2002–2007\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e8e8;\"\u003eVW Touareg Gen 1 (2002–2007)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e8e8;\"\u003eVW Touareg 7L facelift, 2008–2010\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e8e8;\"\u003eVW Touareg Gen 1.5 Facelift (2008–2010)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate — mechanical experience recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–6 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e Floor jack, jack stands, socket set, torque wrench\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCutting \/ drilling \/ welding:\u003c\/strong\u003e None required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRequired afterwards:\u003c\/strong\u003e Geometry correction parts fitted, then a full wheel alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeometry Correction — Required at 3 Inches\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 3 inches of lift, CV angles, control arm geometry, and sway bar angles are all significantly affected. Running this kit without correction leads to accelerated tyre wear, poor handling, and possible CV joint failure. This kit must be paired with the \u003ca href=\"\/en-fr\/products\/1-inch-subframe-drop-kit-cayenne-touareg-q7-2002-2018\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1-Inch Subframe Drop Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, plus \u003ca href=\"\/en-fr\/products\/porsche-cayenne-vw-touareg-tubular-upper-control-arms\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTubular Upper Control Arms\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-fr\/products\/adjustable-front-sway-bar-end-links-cayenne-touareg-audi-q7\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable Sway Bar End Links\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/en-fr\/products\/adjustable-level-sensor-links-cayenne-touareg-audi-q7-air-suspension\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable Level Sensor Links\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: 1px; background: #e0e0e0; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius: 8px; overflow: hidden; margin: 24px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f8f8f8; padding: 14px 18px; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eFactory air suspension retained\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLift added above factory system — nothing removed\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f8f8f8; padding: 14px 18px; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003e1-year warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFree replacement parts within 12 months\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f8f8f8; padding: 14px 18px; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eForged 7075 aluminum spacers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHigh-strength, precision machined\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f8f8f8; padding: 14px 18px; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e⚠️ \u003cstrong\u003eGeometry correction required\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlus a full wheel alignment after fitting\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich options should I select?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo choices. First your car: the 955 is 2002–2007, the 957 is the 2008–2010 facelift; on the Touareg, Gen 1 is 2002–2007 and Gen 1.5 Facelift is 2008–2010. Then your adjustment type: blue for manually adjustable geometry correction, gray for the fixed version. If you are unsure which generation yours is, email your VIN to \u003ca href=\"mailto:info@overlandtrek.com\"\u003einfo@overlandtrek.com\u003c\/a\u003e before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e \u003cdetails\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between the blue and gray versions?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue is manually adjustable — you set the geometry correction yourself, which lets you fine-tune it to your wheel and tyre package after fitting. Gray is fixed, preset at the factory, with nothing to adjust. Both correct the geometry; the blue version simply gives you control over how much. If you are running an unusual wheel offset or a larger tyre than standard, the adjustable version is the safer choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e \u003cdetails\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this remove or replace the factory air suspension?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The factory air suspension is completely retained. The spacers fit above the factory strut top mounts, so all air suspension components, sensors, and compressors stay in place and operational.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e \u003cdetails\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs geometry correction really required at 3 inches?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — required, not optional. At 3 inches, CV angles, control arm geometry, and sway bar angles are significantly affected. Running this kit without correction causes accelerated tyre wear, poor handling, and potential CV joint failure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e \u003cdetails\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs a wheel alignment required?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Fit the geometry correction parts first, then book a full wheel alignment immediately. Do not drive long distances before both are done.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e \u003cdetails\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs a 3-inch lift legal where I live?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVehicle modification and ride height laws vary considerably by country and by US state, and a 3-inch lift exceeds the limit in some regions. Check your local regulations before fitting. If you need to stay within a lower limit, our 2-inch kit may be the better option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e \u003cdetails\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the largest tyre I can run?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAround 285\/70R18 with suitable wheel offset. Email info@overlandtrek.com with your wheel specs for a precise recommendation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e \u003cdetails\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat warranty is included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne year. If any component has a defect within 12 months of purchase, replacement parts are provided free of charge — email info@overlandtrek.com with your order number.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Overlandtrek","offers":[{"title":"Porsche Cayenne 955 (2002–2007) \/ Gray","offer_id":48543791448285,"sku":"OT-UNI-LK-3IN-1","price":982.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Porsche Cayenne 955 (2002–2007) \/ Blue","offer_id":48543791481053,"sku":"OT-UNI-LK-3IN-2","price":982.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Porsche Cayenne 957 (2008–2010) \/ Gray","offer_id":48610212577501,"sku":"OT-UNI-LK-3IN-1-C957","price":982.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Porsche Cayenne 957 (2008–2010) \/ Blue","offer_id":48610212675805,"sku":"OT-UNI-LK-3IN-2-C957","price":982.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"VW Touareg Gen 1 (2002–2007) \/ Gray","offer_id":48610212610269,"sku":"OT-UNI-LK-3IN-1-TG1","price":982.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"VW Touareg Gen 1 (2002–2007) \/ Blue","offer_id":48610212708573,"sku":"OT-UNI-LK-3IN-2-TG1","price":982.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"VW Touareg Gen 1.5 Facelift (2008–2010) \/ Gray","offer_id":48610212643037,"sku":"OT-UNI-LK-3IN-1-TG15","price":982.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"VW Touareg Gen 1.5 Facelift (2008–2010) \/ Blue","offer_id":48610212741341,"sku":"OT-UNI-LK-3IN-2-TG15","price":982.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/6394\/1597\/files\/product-name-product-type-product-vendor-shop-name-variant-sku-original-value-7213190.jpg?v=1789168149","url":"https:\/\/overlandtrek.com\/en-fr\/products\/3-inch-lift-kit-cayenne-touareg-2002-2010","provider":"Overlandtrek","version":"1.0","type":"link"}