Used Ford Ka Coil Spring

The Ford Ka ran in two distinct generations: the Mk1 (1996–2008) and the Mk2 (2008–2016), and these are very different cars built on different platforms, so the coil springs are not interchangeable between them. Always make sure you and the breaker are clear on which generation you have before ordering. Never assume a part from one generation will cross to the other.

Both of those years sit within the Mk1 generation (1996–2008), so they share the same basic platform and the springs are generally compatible. However, there were minor running changes across the Mk1's long production run, so confirm the year and any suspension spec differences with the breaker against your registration to be sure.

On the Ford Ka, engine size can influence suspension tuning because a heavier or more powerful engine may be paired with different spring rates, but in practice the Ka's engine range was relatively narrow and the basic spring itself is the same across most variants. That said, if you want to be certain your spring rate matches your exact engine, confirm this with the breaker against your registration number.

Trim level — whether Studio, Zetec, or Titanium — does not affect coil spring fitment on the Ford Ka, as the suspension hardware is consistent across trim grades on each generation. You may find cosmetic or minor equipment differences between cars you're sourcing from, but the spring itself should be the same. Just make sure the generation and any sport suspension variants are confirmed with the breaker, as these could potentially differ.

On the Ford Ka, the front coil springs are generally the same part on both the nearside (NS) and offside (OS), but rear springs can sometimes differ left to right depending on the specific car. When sourcing from a breaker, it is always worth specifying which corner you need to avoid any mix-up. Confirm left and right fitment with the breaker against your registration before purchasing.

Yes, the Ford Ka does use coil springs — both the Mk1 (1996–2008) and Mk2 (2008–2016) feature coil spring suspension, so sourcing a used coil spring from a breaker is entirely appropriate for this vehicle. The Mk1 uses a front strut setup with coil springs, and the Mk2 similarly employs coil springs at the front. This is a standard and genuine part for the Ka, so you can proceed with confidence when requesting quotes from breakers.