Cheap Vauxhall Tigra Suspension Leg

Yes, the Vauxhall Tigra does have suspension legs (also called MacPherson struts) at the front axle — this is a standard front-wheel-drive setup and the part genuinely exists on this model. The rear uses a torsion beam arrangement rather than independent struts, so if you need a rear suspension component, a suspension leg is not what you are looking for there. Make sure you specify front NS (nearside/left) or OS (offside/right) when requesting quotes from a breaker.

The Tigra came in two distinct generations: the Mk1 (A-body, 1994–2000), which was a fixed-roof coupé based on the Corsa B, and the Mk2 (2004–2009), a convertible roadster based on the Corsa C platform. These are completely different platforms, so suspension legs from one generation will not fit the other. Always source parts from the correct generation and confirm the exact fit with the breaker against your registration.

Both years fall within the Mk2 Tigra generation (2004–2009), so they share the same basic platform and a suspension leg from a 2005 car is generally likely to be compatible with a 2008 car. However, there were variants with differing spring and damper rates across this range, and you should confirm with the breaker against your specific registration to be sure you are getting the right unit. Always specify NS or OS when asking for a quote.

On the Mk2 Tigra, the 1.4 and 1.8 petrol engines are the main variants, and the larger 1.8 unit adds some weight and is associated with slightly different suspension tuning. Whether this translates to a different suspension leg is something you should confirm with the breaker against your registration rather than assume either way. Specifying your engine size when contacting a breaker will help them identify the correct part.

Trim level — for example Sport or standard specification on the Mk2 Tigra — does not fundamentally change which suspension leg you need in the way that generation or engine size might. However, Sport models may have been fitted with different spring or damper rate settings, so if you know your car has sport or uprated suspension, flag this to the breaker so they can confirm the part matches. The cosmetic trim level name alone should not be the deciding factor when sourcing this part.

Give the breaker your registration number so they can verify the exact specification, and tell them which side you need — NS (nearside, left) or OS (offside, right). It also helps to state your generation (Mk1 1994–2000 or Mk2 2004–2009) and engine size, as these are the factors most likely to affect which leg is correct. If your car has any known suspension modifications or sport-spec setup, mention that too so the breaker can advise accordingly.