Cold Air Intake for Audi A Q Series & VW Golf Jetta Beetle Tiguan (2013-2018) EA211 1.2T 1.4T Engines

High-Flow Cold Air Intake for 2013-2018 Audi, Volkswagen A1, A3, Q2, Q3, Beetle, Golf, Jetta, Passat, Tiguan (EA211 MQB/PQ35)

What it Does: Replaces the restrictive factory airbox and corrugated plastic piping with a high-velocity aluminum induction system to lower intake air temperatures and improve turbocharger spool-up on EA211 engines.

The Stock EA211 Intake Limitation

The OEM induction system on the 1.2T and 1.4T TSI engines is engineered primarily for cabin acoustics and cost-efficiency rather than performance. The factory airbox utilizes a thick plastic housing that acts as a thermal insulator, trapping radiant heat and causing significant heat soak during extended operation. Furthermore, the corrugated plastic intake hoses create internal air turbulence and drag, which disrupts laminar flow to the turbocharger inlet. These restrictions limit the engine's volumetric efficiency, particularly in the mid-to-high RPM range where the turbo demands a higher volume of clean, cool air to maintain peak boost levels.

The Engineering Solution

This intake system utilizes a mandrel-bent aluminum alloy tube, providing a smooth, consistent internal diameter that eliminates the turbulence found in factory plastic units. Aluminum offers superior structural integrity and resistance to high-pressure collapses under load. The kit features a dedicated heat shield designed to isolate the conical air filter from the high-temperature environment of the engine bay, ensuring a denser oxygen charge is delivered to the combustion chamber. The washable and reusable high-flow filter increases surface area for filtration while reducing pressure drop, allowing the EA211 engine to breathe more freely without the maintenance costs of disposable paper filters.

Technical Specifications

Compatibility

• Audi A1 1.4 TSI (2015-2018)
• Audi A3 1.2/1.4 TSI (2013-2018)
• Audi Q2 1.4 TSI (2016-2018)
• Audi Q3 1.4 TSI (2013-2018)
• Seat Alhambra II 1.4 TSI (2015-2020)
• Seat Ateca 1.4 TSI (2016-2018)
• Seat Ibiza V 1.2/1.4 TSI (2015-17)
• Seat Leon 1.2/1.4 TSI (2013-2018)
• Seat Toledo IV 1.2/1.4 TSI (2015-17)
• Skoda Fabia III 1.2 TSI (2015-17)
• Skoda Kodiaq 1.4 TSI (2017-18)
• Skoda Octavia 1.2/1.4 TSI (2013-18)
• Skoda Rapid 1.2/1.4 TSI (2015-17)
• Skoda Superb 1.4 TSI (2015-18)
• Skoda Yeti 1.2/1.4 TSI (2015-18)
• VW Beetle 1.2/1.4 TSI (2015-18)
• VW Caddy IV 1.2/1.4 TSI (2015-18)
• VW CC 1.4 TSI (2015-16)
• VW Cross Lavida 1.4 TSI (2014-14)
• VW Golf Sportsvan 1.2/1.4 TSI (2014-18)
• VW Golf VII 1.2/1.4 TSI (2012-18)
• VW Jetta IV/V 1.2/1.4 TSI (2013-17)
• VW Passat 1.4 TSI (2015-18)
• VW Polo 1.2/1.4 TSI (2014-17)
• VW Scirocco 1.4 TSI (2015-18)
• VW Tiguan II 1.2/1.4 TSI (2016)
• VW Touran 1.2/1.4 TSI (2016)

The Audi & Volkswagen Precision Standard

Designed for the European automotive enthusiast, this intake system focuses on mechanical precision and thermal management. By optimizing the air path for the EA211 engine, it provides a noticeable improvement in throttle response and induction sound without triggering Check Engine Lights (CEL), maintaining the refined performance expected from the VAG platform.