{"product_id":"cold-air-intake-for-vw-gti-2015-2020-2-0l-turbo-engine","title":"Cold Air Intake for VW GTi (2015-2020) 2.0L Turbo Engine","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMaximize Volumetric Efficiency in Your MK7 GTI with the EA888 Gen 3 Intake\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It’s For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed specifically for 2015-2020 Volkswagen GTI owners running the 2.0L Turbo EA888 Gen 3 engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Problem:\u003c\/strong\u003e The EA888 Gen 3 is a powerhouse, but it’s held back by a factory airbox designed for silence over performance. The stock system uses restrictive internal baffles and a thick paper filter that creates significant turbulence and pressure drop. For enthusiasts looking to increase boost efficiency, the factory \"accordion\" hose and closed-box design are major bottlenecks that choke the turbo’s inlet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Solution:\u003c\/strong\u003e This high-flow intake system replaces the restrictive factory plumbing with a streamlined path for cold air. By increasing the volume of air available to the IS20 turbocharger, we reduce the workload on the compressor wheel. This results in sharper throttle response, faster spool times, and a significant improvement in the engine’s breathing capability throughout the entire RPM range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy This is the Ultimate Upgrade\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptimized Airflow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Removes the factory intake restrictions to allow the EA888 Gen 3 to breathe naturally, improving top-end pull and mid-range torque.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnhanced Turbo Acoustics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eliminates the factory resonators so you can actually hear the diverter valve and turbo spool as the engineers intended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifetime Filtration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features a high-velocity, washable media filter that provides superior particulate filtration while drastically outperforming stock paper elements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFitment\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e2015-2020 Volkswagen GTI (MK7\/MK7.5)\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eEngine Family\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eEA888 Gen 3\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFactory Ratings\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e210-228 HP \/ 258 lb-ft Torque\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePart Numbers\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eVW-GTI-20T-1520-CAI\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility \u0026amp; OEM Reference\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFits the Following Vehicles:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2015 Volkswagen GTI 2.0L Turbo (Manual \u0026amp; Automatic)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2016 Volkswagen GTI 2.0L Turbo (Manual \u0026amp; Automatic)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2017 Volkswagen GTI 2.0L Turbo (Manual \u0026amp; Automatic)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2018 Volkswagen GTI 2.0L Turbo (Manual \u0026amp; Automatic)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2019 Volkswagen GTI 2.0L Turbo (Manual \u0026amp; Automatic)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2020 Volkswagen GTI 2.0L Turbo (Manual \u0026amp; Automatic)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterchange Part Numbers:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family: monospace; font-size: 0.9em; color: #666; background-color: #f5f5f5; padding: 10px; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n2.0L Turbo Gas Engine Only, Does Not Fit TDI Diesel, MK7 GTI Intake, MK7.5 GTI Intake, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Performance Promise\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuy with confidence.\u003c\/strong\u003e As specialists in the MQB platform, we know exactly what these cars need. 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