The Bosch E46 is a replica of the classic xenon projector by Bosch. This model was launched in the late nineties and is used in new cars to this very day.
The light output of the projector decreases when being used for many years, due to the reflecting layer becoming dull or even disappearing through burning.
This results in a significantly lower light output, which may cause your car to fail the MOT test.
Safe driving requires good sight, so be sure to replace your old projectors in time by the Bosch E46 projector. This xenon projector has a highly concentrated, slightly smaller light beam, which provides a higher light output. Because of these properties this projector provides good visibility, even at great distance.
The Bosch E46 is suitable for Plug & Play on various models, see table.
FAQ:
Contrary to the OEM AL Bosch E46 projector the reflector bowl of the Aharon E46-R projector has a matte finish.
The reflector bowl of the Aharon E46-R projector has a Lambertian reflectance design. This creates a more even spread of light and a higher light output compared to a mirror finish.
| Make/model | Year | Bosch E46 | Info |
| Alfa | |||
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159 and Brera (halogen) |
2006-2011 | ||
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Giulietta |
2010+ | ||
| Audi | |||
| A3 8P OEM xenon | 2003-2013 | ||
| A4 B7 OEM xenon | 2005-2007 | Original projector uses D1S bulbs, new projectors use D2S bulbs. New bulbs are needed, together with D1S to D2S adapters (available for order from us). | |
| BMW | |||
| 3 Serie E46 (Bosch/AL Bi-xenon) |
1998-2005 | Only on the AL Bi-xenon headlights. Check your headlight version here. 3 serie E46 bi-xenon projector | |
| 3 Serie E46 coupe convertible |
2002-2007 | ||
| X5 E70 | 2007-2013 | ||
| Mercedes | |||
| B class W245 | 2005-2011 | ||
| C class W203 | 2001-2006 | Bi-xenon headlights, plug & play replacement. Headlight frame needs a little adjustment, a few millimeter of material has to be removed with dremel. | |
| C class W204 | 2007-2012 | ||
| SL class R230 | 2001-2005 | Bi-xenon headlights, plug & play replacement. | |
| S class W220 | 2003-2005 | Headlight needs to be opened (butyl) to replace projector. | |
| S class W221 | 2005-2013 | D1S version of the projector is originally installed. You will need to add new D2S bulbs and use a D1S to D2S adapter. | |
| Range Rover | |||
| L322 - Vogue | 2001-2004 |
Bi-xenon headlights made by Bosch/AL. Direct replacement. For high beam function; - black wire to green wire of the car - white wire to white wire of the car |
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| Smart | |||
| ForFour | 2004-2006 | ||
| VW | |||
| Golf GTI MKV | 2003-2008 | Bi-xenon headlights, plug & play replacement. | |
| Touran (xenon headlight) | 2003-2006 | ||
| Volvo | |||
| S40/V50/C30/C70 | 2004-2012 | V50 D2S E46 |
No rights can be derived from this table.
Grant yourself good sight and replace your old projectors by the Bosch E46 projector.
Which projector do you recommend for my vehicle? That is a question we often get, which is why we decided to make a database which contains all our vehicle specific knowledge. Follow this link to our database to check your vehicle.
Do you have questions about this projector or do you seek advice? Contact us today!
In the video below we compare the original projector with the new one used in this kit.
Worldwide Tracked shipping
We are based in Europe (the Netherlands) and we ship worldwide. So shipping to the United States, Australia, Canada etc. is not a problem at all.
All our orders have a track and trace / tracking code, so you can check the progress. The orders are processed by ourselves and send out from our own warehouse.
Delivery Time
We are known for our fast deliveries. All delivery times start when we have received your payment. The products that are in stock will normally be shipped within 1 working day. The shipping time varies based on the destination. Please check the estimated shipping (working) days and costs below. We ship directly from our warehouse in The Netherlands.
Shipping costs
Almost all of our orders will be shipped by tracked parcel shipping. We try to use the best option based on price, delivery speed and service. Most of our shipments are shipped with UPS, sometimes we also use DPD or PostNL.
You can find the shipping costs and shipping times for parcel shipping for inside and outside the EU in the table below.
| Zone | Countries | Price | Working days est. delivery |
| Domestic - UPS | The Netherlands | € 7,99 | 1-2 |
| EUR 1 - UPS | Belgium, Germany, Luxembourg | € 10,98 | 2-3 |
| EUR 2 - UPS | Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Greece, France, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden | € 14,98 | 3-5 |
| EUR 3 - UPS | United Kingdom, Norway, Switzerland | € 17,49 | 3-6 |
| Rest of Europe - UPS | € 19,98 | 5 | |
| US - UPS | United States | € 34,50 / ~$ 38 | 5 |
| Rest of the World - PostNL | € 35,95 | 10 |
Tracking shipments
When you choose parcel shipping, you can follow your shipment. You will receive an e-mail from us with a tracking code as soon as your order leaves our door.
Delivery
The carriers for parcel shipping choose their own schedule for deliveries. Remember that you need to be present at the delivery address during working days from 9 till 5 in order to receive your order. It remains your responsibility to make arrangements for the way that the order is received at the delivery address. Orders we sent by envelope will arrive, even if you are not at home.
UK prices, shipping and taxes
UK prices / taxes are based on the order amount. For more information please see this FAQ item: UK prices and taxes.
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