Cold Air Intake for Nissan Maxima (1995-1999) 3.0L V6 Engine

Optimize Airflow and Throttle Response for the VQ30DE Powered Nissan Maxima & Infiniti I30

Who It’s For: Designed specifically for 1995-1999 Nissan Maxima and 1996-1999 Infiniti I30 owners running the legendary VQ30DE engine family. This is for the enthusiast who wants to restore the "4-Door Sports Car" persona that defined the A32 chassis.

The Problem: The factory intake on the VQ30DE is a maze of plastic resonators and restrictive ducting designed for silence over efficiency. Over time, these plastic components heat-soak and create turbulence, which kills throttle response and prevents the engine from breathing efficiently at higher RPMs.

The Solution: We engineered this system to replace the restrictive factory airbox with mandrel-bent T304 aluminum piping and a high-flow conical filter. By providing a direct, smooth path for oxygen, we significantly reduce intake temperatures and improve air velocity, allowing your V6 to react faster and pull harder through the powerband.

Why This is the Ultimate Upgrade

• Enhanced Induction Efficiency: By removing the factory baffles, we allow the engine to pull in a higher volume of air, resulting in gains of up to 10% in horsepower and torque.
• T304 Aluminum Construction: Unlike cheap plastic or thin-walled alloy, our T304 aluminum piping resists heat soak and is built to last the life of the vehicle without cracking or warping.
• True Bolt-On Fitment: This kit is specifically tailored to the A32 engine bay, utilizing factory mounting points for a secure, vibration-free installation that takes less than 60 minutes with basic hand tools.

Technical Specifications

Compatibility & OEM Reference

Fits the Following Vehicles:

• 1995 Nissan Maxima 3.0L V6 (A32 Chassis)
• 1996 Nissan Maxima 3.0L V6 (A32 Chassis)
• 1997 Nissan Maxima 3.0L V6 (A32 Chassis)
• 1998 Nissan Maxima 3.0L V6 (A32 Chassis)
• 1999 Nissan Maxima 3.0L V6 (A32 Chassis)
• 1996 Infiniti I30 3.0L V6
• 1997 Infiniti I30 3.0L V6
• 1998 Infiniti I30 3.0L V6
• 1999 Infiniti I30 3.0L V6

Interchange Reference:

1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, Nissan, Maxima, Infiniti, I30, 3.0L, V6, VQ30DE, A32, T304 Aluminum

The Performance Promise

Buy with confidence. Having spent years tuning the VQ platform, I can tell you that these engines are incredibly robust but heavily choked from the factory. This intake is the first step in waking up that V6 growl and improving highway passing power. Backed by real automotive expertise and fast shipping to get you back on the road.