Bring rear ride control back to your 2020-2022 Hyundai Accent or 2020-2023 Kia Rio with the KYB Excel-G KYB shock absorber, P/N 3430076 — a nitrogen gas-charged gas shock built to restore, not change, your vehicle's original damping. Fitting the rear position, this KYB gas shock absorber Excel-G is made on the same KYB OE assembly lines and uses the same OE-quality components, earning its OEA (Original Equipment for the Aftermarket) classification.
- Nitrogen gas-charged twin-tube design: includes every quality component found in KYB's global OEM products.
- Vehicle-specific damping valves: hand assembled in-house to manage tire contact, steering response and body movement.
- Triple lip fluid seal: reduces the chance of oil and gas leaking out.
- Restores designed performance: calibrated to bring back the original ride control, stability, stopping and handling the manufacturer intended, helping keep electronic safety systems performing as designed.
The KYB Excel-G is the #1 recommended Original Equipment replacement choice for Asian cars and a preferred choice among professional technicians. Worn shocks may show up as excessive bounce, nose-dive under braking, poor body control, or fluid leaking from the unit.
Interchange: 55310H9020
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Frequently Asked Questions
What vehicles does the KYB Excel G shock absorber 3430076 fit?
It is a direct-fit rear gas shock for the 2020-2022 Hyundai Accent and 2020-2023 Kia Rio. See the Buyer's Guide tab to confirm your exact vehicle.
Is this a gas or hydraulic shock?
It is a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube KYB gas shock absorber. The Excel-G design uses OE-quality components made on the same KYB assembly lines that supply new-vehicle manufacturers.
Where does this shock install?
This unit fits the rear position on the listed applications. Replacing shocks as a matched pair across the axle is recommended for even, balanced ride control.
Does the Excel-G improve performance over stock?
No. The Excel-G is calibrated to restore the vehicle's original designed damping and handling, not to change it, and it helps keep electronic safety systems performing as designed.
What does the triple lip seal do?
The triple lip fluid seal reduces the chance of oil and gas leaking out of the shock, helping the Excel-G maintain its intended damping performance.