Cold Air Intake Kit for Nissan Maxima (2009-2017) with 3.5L V6 Engine Red

Maximize Throttle Response for the 2009-2017 Nissan Maxima VQ35DE Engine

Who It’s For: Designed specifically for Nissan Maxima owners running the legendary VQ35DE engine family. If you are looking to hear that signature V6 growl while improving air velocity, this is your foundation modification.

The Problem: The stock air intake on the VQ35DE is built for silence and economy, utilizing accordion-style plastic hosing that creates massive air turbulence. This restrictive design forces the engine to work harder to pull air, leading to heat soak and a sluggish throttle feel during spirited driving.

The Solution: We engineered this short ram kit to replace the factory restriction with a high-velocity mandrel-bent aluminum intake pipe. By smoothing the air path and utilizing a high-flow red filter with a dedicated heat shield, we provide a consistent stream of oxygen to the intake manifold, allowing the VQ35DE to breathe as it was meant to.

Why This is the Ultimate Upgrade

• Enhanced Induction Sound: Replaces the muffled factory tone with an aggressive, throaty growl that comes alive the moment you put the hammer down.
• Mandrel-Bent Performance: Unlike cheap kits, our aluminum tubing is mandrel-bent to maintain a constant internal diameter, preventing the air-flow bottlenecks found in stock plastic components.
• Integrated Heat Shielding: Includes a powder-coated shield to help isolate the filter from ambient engine bay heat, ensuring cooler, denser air enters the combustion chamber.

Technical Specifications

Compatibility & OEM Reference

Fits the Following Vehicles:

• 2009 Nissan Maxima 3.5L V6
• 2010 Nissan Maxima 3.5L V6
• 2011 Nissan Maxima 3.5L V6
• 2012 Nissan Maxima 3.5L V6
• 2013 Nissan Maxima 3.5L V6
• 2014 Nissan Maxima 3.5L V6
• 2015 Nissan Maxima 3.5L V6
• 2016 Nissan Maxima 3.5L V6
• 2017 Nissan Maxima 3.5L V6

Interchange Part Numbers:

NISSAN-MAX-0917-RD, 3.5 V6 VQ35DE Short Ram Intake

The Performance Promise

Buy with confidence. This kit is a direct bolt-on for the 7th and 8th generation Maxima, requiring no permanent modifications to your vehicle. Backed by real automotive experts and fast shipping.