PowerStop PSA-683 Disc Brake Pad Set - Rear

Rear Track Day Brake Pads for BMW and Land Rover

PowerStop PSA-683 rear brake pads are built for drivers who run track days, R-compound tires, or spec racing setups and need consistent rear braking performance. This rear disc brake pad set uses a metallic friction material with slotted, chamfered pads to help maintain pedal feel under repeated high-heat stops.

Compatible With select rear applications on BMW 528i, 535i xDrive, X3, M3, X5, 330i, 530i, Z4, Z3, 740i, 750iL, M5, Z8, and Land Rover Range Rover models. Separate purchase required for wear sensor for proper fitment on listed vehicles.

Key Features

• Power Stop Track Day Spec rear brake pad set
• Part number PSA-683
• Metallic friction material for performance use
• Slotted design to support heat management
• Chamfered edges for smoother pad engagement
• Pad shims included
• Brake lubricant included
• Mounting hardware included
• Pad wear sensor not included
• Outer and inner pad thickness: 15.7 mm

Track Day Spec Product Line

The Power Stop Track Day Spec line is developed around specific vehicle platforms rather than a one-size-fits-all compound. For rear brake applications on BMW and Land Rover platforms, PSA-683 is tuned for performance driving where fade resistance and repeatable friction matter more than everyday street comfort.

Detailed Description

PowerStop PSA-683 rear advanced track day high-performance brake pads are engineered for drivers who demand stable braking during repeated hard use. The platform-specific compound is matched to the listed vehicles to deliver a strong coefficient of friction and resist fade during track sessions, autocross-style events, and competitive spec racing. This rear brake pad set is a direct-fit performance option for select BMW 528i rear brake pad replacement, BMW M3 rear brake pad upgrade, and Land Rover Range Rover rear brake service applications.

These pads feature metallic friction material, slotted faces, and chamfered edges to support consistent contact and controlled pad behavior under heat. PSA-683 is also listed for BMW X3, 330i, 530i, Z4, Z3, 740i, 750iL, M5, Z8, and related rear applications across the 1995-2010 model years.

What It Helps Address

• Brake fade during repeated high-speed stops
• Inconsistent rear braking feel on track days
• Pad wear concerns in performance driving conditions
• Need for a vehicle-specific rear pad compound
• Rear brake service on listed BMW and Range Rover models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear axle fitment by year, make, and model before ordering. PSA-683 requires a separate wear sensor purchase for proper fitment on listed vehicles. Inspect rotors, calipers, and pad hardware during installation, and apply the included brake lubricant where specified by the service procedure. After installation, follow the pad bedding procedure recommended for performance brake pads before track use.

Fits 2008-2010 BMW 528i, rear; Fits 2009-2010 BMW 528i xDrive, rear; Fits 2009-2010 BMW 535i xDrive, rear; Fits 2004-2010 BMW X3, rear; Fits 2008 BMW 528xi, rear; Fits 2008 BMW 535xi, rear; Fits 2006-2008 BMW Z4, rear; Fits 2004-2007 BMW 525i, rear; Fits 2006-2007 BMW 525xi, rear; Fits 2004-2007 BMW 530i, rear; Fits 2006-2007 BMW 530xi, rear; Fits 2001-2006 BMW M3, rear; Fits 2000-2006 BMW X5, rear; Fits 2001-2005 BMW 330Ci, rear; Fits 2001-2005 BMW 330i, rear; Fits 2001-2005 BMW 330xi, rear; Fits 2003-2005 Land Rover Range Rover, rear; Fits 2000-2003 BMW M5, rear; Fits 2000-2003 BMW Z8, rear; Fits 1998-2002 BMW Z3, rear; Fits 1997-2001 BMW 740i, rear; Fits 1995 BMW 740i, rear; Fits 1995-2001 BMW 740iL, rear; Fits 1995-2001 BMW 750iL, rear.

Quality Assurance

PowerStop develops Track Day Spec brake pads around specific vehicle platforms to support repeatable performance under demanding driving conditions. Part number PSA-683 is built for rear disc brake applications with performance-focused friction characteristics and included shims, lubricant, and hardware as listed.