Cold Air Intake Kit For Ford Taurus SHO (2011-2018) with V6 3.5L Turbocharged Engine Red

Optimize Airflow & Turbo Spool for the 2011-2018 Ford Taurus SHO 3.5L EcoBoost

Who It’s For: Designed specifically for Ford Taurus SHO owners running the 3.5L EcoBoost engine who want to improve throttle response and hear those twin-turbos breathe.

The Problem: The factory intake system on the 3.5L EcoBoost is designed for silence, not speed. To keep the cabin quiet, Ford uses baffled piping and a restrictive air box that chokes the turbos and traps heat. This restriction limits the efficiency of your turbochargers and dampens the aggressive induction sound that this platform is capable of producing.

The Solution: We engineered this intake kit to eliminate the stock bottleneck. By providing a more direct, high-volume path for air to reach the turbos, we reduce the workload on the engine’s induction system. This results in faster spool times, lower intake temperatures, and a noticeable increase in horsepower and torque across the RPM band.

Why This is the Ultimate Upgrade

• Reduced Turbo Lag: By streamlining the air path, your twin-turbos can reach peak boost faster, giving you better "off-the-line" acceleration.
• High-Flow Reusable Filter: Features a high-performance red oiled filter that can be cleaned and re-serviced, ending the cycle of buying restrictive disposable paper filters.
• Aggressive Induction Sound: Removes the factory sound-baffling, allowing you to actually hear the turbos spool and the bypass valves venting during shifts.

Technical Specifications

Compatibility

Fits the Following Vehicles:

• 2011 Ford Taurus SHO 3.5L V6 Turbocharged
• 2012 Ford Taurus SHO 3.5L V6 Turbocharged
• 2013 Ford Taurus SHO 3.5L V6 Turbocharged
• 2014 Ford Taurus SHO 3.5L V6 Turbocharged
• 2015 Ford Taurus SHO 3.5L V6 Turbocharged
• 2016 Ford Taurus SHO 3.5L V6 Turbocharged
• 2017 Ford Taurus SHO 3.5L V6 Turbocharged
• 2018 Ford Taurus SHO 3.5L V6 Turbocharged

Interchange Part Numbers:

421241, 421241-3-5L, 3.5L-ecoboost-cold-air-intake

The Performance Promise

Buy with confidence. We know these engines inside and out. This kit is a direct bolt-on requiring only basic hand tools and roughly one hour of your time. For the best results, we recommend disconnecting the battery for 10 minutes after installation to allow the ECU to calibrate for the increased airflow volume.

Common Questions

Will this fit my 2017 Taurus SHO?
Yes. It fits all 2011-2018 Ford Taurus SHO models with the 3.5L EcoBoost twin-turbo V6.

Does it fit the non-SHO Taurus?
This kit is designed for the Taurus SHO with the 3.5L EcoBoost engine.

Is the filter reusable?
Yes. The red oiled filter can be cleaned, re-oiled and reused.

How long does installation take?
About one hour with basic hand tools. It is a direct bolt-on.

Will I hear the turbos more?
Yes. With the factory baffling gone, you can hear the turbos spool and the bypass valves vent on shifts.