The Top Five Lift and Leveling Kits

Lift Kits vs. Leveling Kits

To kick things off, let’s outline the differences between lift kits and leveling kits. Both lift kits and leveling kits are designed to raise your vehicle’s ride height, but they serve slightly different purposes. Refer to the table below for a quick overview of both suspension types at a glance.

Learn more about the differences between lift and leveling kits in our suspension gallery.

Best Lift Kits

If you’re sold on a lift kit for maximum ride height and off-road prowess, check out our expert recommendations. These systems offer exceptional quality and performance.

Best Entry-Level System: RealTruck Superlift 4" Standard Lift Kits

Boost ground clearance and ride height without breaking the bank with the Superlift 4” standard lift kit. This system is engineered to provide four inches of lift using durable steel strut spacers, coil spacers, drop brackets, and more. 

As an entry-level lift kit, the Superlift 4” standard lift kit isn’t designed to handle extreme off-road abuse. However, this system is tough to beat for the daily-driven and weekend wheeled rig. Each order is vehicle-specific and includes all necessary installation hardware for a hassle-free install. RealTruck backs each Superlift 4” standard lift kit with a limited lifetime warranty. 

Features: 

• Complete front and rear lift kit

• Vehicle-specific fitment

• Includes all required installation hardware

• Most kits are available with Superlift, FOX, or Bilstein shocks

• Proudly assembled in Louisiana

• Limited lifetime warranty

Best Adjustable System: Eibach PRO-TRUCK 2"-3" Adjustable Lift Kits

Step up performance and customization with an Eibach PRO-Truck adjustable lift kit. These unique lifts feature adjustable coilover dampers, enabling you to fine-tune your vehicle’s ride height between two and three inches. 

Premium Eibach dampers and coil springs are carefully tuned to work in perfect harmony, ensuring the best possible ride quality. Heavy-duty, corrosion-resistant materials and coatings provide years of reliable service. Eibach backs each order with a limited lifetime warranty.  

Features: 

• Stiff spring, compression, and rebound rates increase load handling capabilities and control

• Multi-level spring perch adjustment allows you to choose your front ride height

• Sag-free, consistent ride height

• Heavy-duty corrosion-resistant shock coatings

• Application-specific tuning and valving

• USA made

• Limited lifetime warranty

Best Performance System: RealTruck Superlift 3" Coilover Lift Kits

When enthusiasts require unmatched off-road performance, they opt for a high-end coilover suspension system, like the RealTruck Superlift 3” coilover lift kit. This system includes front and rear suspension components for a uniform lift. In addition to Superlift’s high-end brackets and hardware, this system features premium King Off-Road Racing coilovers and shocks, providing fade-free performance in challenging terrain. RealTruck backs all Superlift 3” coilover lift kits with a limited lifetime warranty. 

Features: 

• Complete front and rear lift kit

• Vehicle-specific fitment

• Includes all required installation hardware

• Comes with King Off-Road Racing coilovers and shocks

• Proudly assembled in Louisiana

• Backed by a limited lifetime warranty

Best Leveling Kits

If a mild lift and factory-style ride quality best suit your needs, consider our top-leveling kits. 

Best Entry-Level Puck/Spacer System: RealTruck Superlift Leveling Kits

RealTruck’s Superlift leveling kits are the ultimate budget-minded suspension upgrade, utilizing products like strut spacers, coil spacers, shock extenders, and torsion keys to increase front ride height on a budget. However, don’t mistake low prices for low quality. Superlift utilizes only high-end materials and coatings for superior strength and long-term reliability. 

Installing Superlift leveling kits is quick and easy on most applications, requiring only conventional hand tools. 

Features: 

• Lifts the front of your truck for a uniform appearance

• Provides clearance for oversized tires

• Quick and easy installation

• Steel kits have a durable powder coat finish

• Aluminum kits are resistant to corrosion

• Coil spring spacers, torsion bar keys, and strut spacers are available

• Proudly assembled in Louisiana

• All mounting hardware is included

• Limited lifetime warranty

Best Replacement Leveling Strut: Bilstein B8 5100 Adjustable Lift Struts

If you’re looking to mildly increase your vehicle’s front ride height while simultaneously boosting ride quality, consider a full-replacement leveling strut, like the Bilstein B8 5100. These replacement strut assemblies feature adjustable spring perches, allowing you to fine-tune your vehicle’s ride height to your liking (from stock height to +2.75 inches). 

In terms of handling, Bilstein B8 5100 struts are designed for superior performance. Specially tuned digressive valving ensures rugged performance off-road, while providing comfortable and controlled street performance. Regardless of the climate, these dampers’ zinc-plated steel bodies resist corrosion for years of service. Bilstein backs its B8 5100 adjustable lift struts with a limited lifetime warranty. 

Features: 

• Performance-oriented digressive valving

• Ride height adjustable (0–2.75 inches of lift)

• 46mm gas-charged monotube design

• Offers fade-free performance on or off-road

• Durable zinc-plated steel bodies

• Direct-fit installation

• Sold individually

• Limited lifetime warranty