{"product_id":"3-inch-lift-kit-cayenne-touareg-2002-2010","title":"Porsche Cayenne 955\/957 \u0026 VW Touareg 3-Inch Lift Kit (2002–2010)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3-Inch Lift Kit for Porsche Cayenne 955\/957 \u0026amp; VW Touareg (2002–2010)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/6394\/1597\/files\/15.png?v=1773648323\" alt=\"3-Inch Lift Kit installed on Porsche Cayenne and VW Touareg\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Overlandtrek 3-Inch Lift Kit is the maximum-clearance lift for the Gen 1 Cayenne and Touareg platform. Precision-machined forged aluminum spacers are installed above the factory strut top mounts — retaining the factory air suspension system completely — to deliver the most aggressive stance and the largest possible tyre fitment for serious overland and off-road use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e7075 Aluminum Alloy construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — exceptional strength and impact resistance built for serious off-road use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull e-coating finish\u003c\/strong\u003e — corrosion-resistant electrophoretic coating protecting inside and out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDust resistant\u003c\/strong\u003e — sealed, smooth-coated surface built for harsh, dusty environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh durability\u003c\/strong\u003e — engineered for a long service life under demanding conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBolt-on installation — no system interference\u003c\/strong\u003e — fits to factory points with no fault codes and no interference with sensors or vehicle electronics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3 inches of additional ride height\u003c\/strong\u003e — maximum clearance for the platform\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForged aluminum lift spacers\u003c\/strong\u003e — high-strength, precision machined, lightweight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFactory air suspension fully retained\u003c\/strong\u003e — lift added above factory system, nothing removed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnder 3 inches total lift\u003c\/strong\u003e — within road legal limits for most regions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1-year warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e — free replacement parts for any defect within 12 months\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect bolt-on\u003c\/strong\u003e — no welding, drilling, or permanent modifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacer material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Forged aluminum alloy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLift amount:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAir suspension:\u003c\/strong\u003e Factory system fully retained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 year — free replacement parts within 12 months\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation — What You'll Need\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate — DIY-friendly with mechanical experience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated install time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–6 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTools required:\u003c\/strong\u003e Floor jack, jack stands, basic socket set, torque wrench\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCutting \/ drilling:\u003c\/strong\u003e None — direct bolt-on\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWelding:\u003c\/strong\u003e None required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAfter install:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full wheel alignment + geometry correction (see below)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVehicles:\u003c\/strong\u003e Porsche Cayenne 955 (2002–2007), Porsche Cayenne 957 (2008–2010), Volkswagen Touareg Gen 1 (2002–2010)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/6394\/1597\/files\/1_ee83bfee-2307-48c3-91c9-531d320f2f6b.png?v=1773648482\" alt=\"3-Inch Lift Kit forged aluminum spring spacer detail for Cayenne Touareg\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAfter Installation — Important\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA full wheel alignment is required after installation.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 3 inches of lift, geometry correction is also essential — see below. Do not drive the vehicle without completing both steps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\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 significantly affected. The 3-Inch Lift Kit must be paired with our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/porsche-cayenne-955-957-958-v1-subframe-drop-kit-2-3-lift-geometry-correction\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubframe Drop Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, Tubular Upper Control Arms, Adjustable Sway Bar End Links, and Adjustable Level Sensor Links.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\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 of purchase\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f8f8f8;padding:14px 18px;font-size:14px;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eForged 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\u003eAt 3 inches — see FAQ\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this remove or replace the factory air suspension?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo — the factory air suspension is completely retained. The 3-Inch Lift Kit forged aluminum spacers install above the factory strut top mounts, adding ride height while leaving all air suspension components, sensors, and compressors fully in place and operational.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs geometry correction really required at 3 inches?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — required, not optional. At 3 inches, CV angles, control arm geometry, and sway bar angles are significantly affected. Running the 3-Inch Lift Kit without geometry correction will cause accelerated tyre wear, poor handling, and potential CV joint failure. You must pair this kit with our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/porsche-cayenne-955-957-958-v1-subframe-drop-kit-2-3-lift-geometry-correction\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubframe Drop Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, Tubular Upper Control Arms, Adjustable Sway Bar End Links, and Adjustable Level Sensor Links.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs a wheel alignment required after installation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — a full wheel alignment is required. Book an alignment appointment immediately after fitting and geometry correction installation. Do not drive long distances without alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this lift kit legal for road use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 3-Inch Lift Kit lifts the vehicle under 3 inches, which is within the road legal limit in most countries and US states. Vehicle modification laws vary by region — check your local regulations before fitting a suspension lift.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat warranty does this come with?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1-year warranty.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free replacement parts for any defect or failure within 12 months of purchase. Contact info@overlandtrek.com with your order number.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat geometry correction parts do I need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/porsche-cayenne-955-957-958-v1-subframe-drop-kit-2-3-lift-geometry-correction\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubframe Drop Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, Tubular Upper Control Arms, Adjustable Sway Bar End Links, and Adjustable Level Sensor Links (for air suspension vehicles). Email info@overlandtrek.com and we will build a complete parts list for your vehicle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the largest tyre I can run?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eApproximately 285\/70R18 or similar with proper wheel offset. Contact info@overlandtrek.com with your wheel specs for a precise recommendation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere does this ship from and how long does delivery take?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eManufactured at our facility and shipped worldwide with full tracking. Delivery typically takes 2–4 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI still have questions. How do I contact you?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eEmail us at \u003cstrong\u003einfo@overlandtrek.com\u003c\/strong\u003e — we will help you build the right setup for your vehicle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e3-Inch Lift Kit Built for Durability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 3-Inch Lift Kit is engineered with forged aluminum spacers that guarantee long-lasting durability and superior strength on lifted builds. Its rugged design not only delivers maximum clearance for the platform but also provides excellent resistance against the stress of lifted ride heights. Tailored specifically for the Porsche Cayenne 955, 957, and VW Touareg Gen 1, this 3-Inch Lift Kit maintains structural integrity without compromising factory mounting points, making it an essential upgrade for serious overland builds running large tyres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEnhanced Off-Road Functionality of the 3-Inch Lift Kit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for the demands of serious off-road use, the 3-Inch Lift Kit delivers the most aggressive stance and largest possible tyre fitment on the Gen 1 Cayenne and Touareg platform. This allows your vehicle to clear obstacles and run aggressive trail tyres with confidence. Additionally, the 3-Inch Lift Kit retains the factory air suspension system completely, giving you the comfort of OEM ride quality with the capability of a maximum lift. Such features significantly improve vehicle capability in demanding environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEasy Installation and Vehicle Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 3-Inch Lift Kit is crafted for a precise fit on the Cayenne 955, 957, and Touareg Gen 1 platforms, ensuring seamless integration with factory strut top mounts. Installation of the 3-Inch Lift Kit is direct bolt-on, requiring no cutting, drilling, or welding. This straightforward installation helps owners reach maximum lift efficiently, letting them get back to driving without delay. Compatibility across the VW Group platform and bolt-on simplicity are key benefits valued by Cayenne and Touareg owners running this kit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Overlandtrek","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47610013712605,"sku":"OT-UNI-LK-3IN","price":999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/6394\/1597\/files\/15.png?v=1773648323","url":"https:\/\/www.overlandtrek.com\/products\/3-inch-lift-kit-cayenne-touareg-2002-2010","provider":"Overlandtrek","version":"1.0","type":"link"}