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Volkswagen Tiguan 5N V-Maxx Big Brake Kit 355 mm 6-piston

With the big brake kit Tiguan 5N 355 mm, you give the first-generation Volkswagen Tiguan (5N) a V-Maxx braking system with 355 mm two-piece brake discs and 6-piston calipers made of forged aluminium on the front axle. The kit is made for the Tiguan I with a steel knuckle and Ø55 mm shock absorber clamp, and comes ready to fit with sport brake pads and adapters.

An SUV like the Tiguan demands a lot from its brakes, especially with a load on board or on long descents. The V-Maxx kit increases the disc diameter, spreads the clamping force over six pistons and dissipates heat much faster thanks to aluminium calipers, brackets and bells. The result is a braking system that stays predictable even after repeated hard braking. V-Maxx Autosport from the Netherlands supplies the kit with a TÜV certificate according to §19.3 and a 2-year warranty.

Key benefits

• Stable braking behaviour under repeated hard braking, thanks to fast heat dissipation
• 355 mm two-piece discs, grooved and made of high-carbon steel
• 6 pistons per caliper, in forged aluminium
• Floating aluminium bells of ultralight design
• Better heat conduction: aluminium dissipates heat about 5 times better than steel
• Directional cooling channels in the disc that bring the temperature down
• Direct fit: the original rubber brake hoses connect to the vehicle-specific adapters
• TÜV §19.3 and 2-year warranty from the Dutch manufacturer

Suitable for

Volkswagen Tiguan I (5N), 2007 to 2018

• Tiguan I (5N) with Ø55 mm front shock absorbers, 09-2007 to 07-2018: all versions from 81 to 176 kW
• Required: original rear brake discs of at least Ø271 mm
• Required: a steel knuckle with a Ø55 mm shock absorber clamp

Use wheels of at least 18 inch and check the clearance with the fitment template (WFC, Wheel Fitment Chart). Depending on the wheel, a wheel spacer is sometimes required.

Technical specifications

• Manufacturer: V-Maxx Autosport (Netherlands)
• Part number: 20 VW355 11
• Brake discs: 355 mm, two-piece, grooved, high-carbon steel, ultralight floating aluminium bell
• Calipers: 6-piston, forged aluminium
• Brake pads: V-Maxx sport brake pads (TÜV)
• Minimum wheel size: 18 inch
• Approval: TÜV §19.3
• Axle: front axle
• Included: calipers, brake discs on bells, brake pads, vehicle-specific adapters, fitting instructions

Fitting and delivery

Fit the kit according to the V-Maxx fitting instructions you receive with it, using the tightening torques stated in them. Only fit the big brake kit Tiguan 5N 355 mm to a Tiguan with original steering knuckles. Keep wheel cleaner away from the brake kit, as it attacks the aluminium; wash the calipers and bells with a mild soap.

Available options: Steelflex steel braided brake hoses from V-Maxx for the front axle, 620 mm and in a set of 2, with PTFE inner hose and TÜV approval; in addition, Ferodo Super Formula brake fluid (500 ml) and a V-Maxx wear indicator set. The delivery time is 4 to 7 days.

What sets this V-Maxx kit apart is not only the 355 mm disc, but above all how quickly it gets rid of its heat.

Why choose this big brake kit Tiguan 5N 355 mm?

The Tiguan I is a car that has to do a lot: daily driving, long journeys and sometimes a full boot. This kit gives the front axle more reserve. The caliper, bracket and bell are made of aluminium, which conducts heat about 5 times better than steel, and the discs have directional cooling channels, so the braking performance stays consistent under repeated hard braking. With TÜV approval, a 2-year warranty and a complete kit for the front axle, the big brake kit Tiguan 5N 355 mm is a straightforward upgrade.

Frequently asked questions

What is the minimum wheel size I need?

For the big brake kit Tiguan 5N 355 mm, 18 inch is the minimum. Use the fitment template (WFC) to check whether your own wheels clear the caliper; with some wheels, a wheel spacer helps.

Is this kit approved for use on public roads?

Yes, V-Maxx supplies the kit with a TÜV certificate according to §19.3. This means it is approved for use on public roads, even with an officially approved power upgrade.

Is the big brake kit Tiguan 5N 355 mm suitable for a car with more power than standard?

Yes, definitely. A Tiguan I with more power than standard benefits most from this kit: 355 mm discs and 6-piston calipers give more braking power and much less fade. The kW limits in the application list refer to the original factory output, and with an officially approved power upgrade the TÜV approval remains valid.

Is there also a V-Maxx kit for the rear axle of the Tiguan?

No, V-Maxx only makes kits for the front axle. That axle delivers about 90% of the braking power.

What is the delivery time?

The delivery time is 4 to 7 days.

Delivery outside the European Union: different shipping costs may apply. Don’t worry: we will email you as soon as possible after your order and agree the shipping with you. You are not committed to anything without your consent.