{"product_id":"performance-air-intake-for-ford-focus-2012-2018-with-2-0l-4cyl-engine-red","title":"Cold Air Intake for Ford Focus (2012-2018) 2.0L Engine - Red","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eStop letting a restrictive factory air box stifle your engine's response and start feeling the immediate difference in throttle sensitivity.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePerformance Air Intake Kit for Ford Focus (Ti-VCT 2.0L)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have spent any time in the Ford Focus community, you know the MK3 chassis is a fantastic daily driver, but the stock intake tract is a mess of convoluted rubber and plastic resonators. The factory setup is designed more for silence than for efficiency, creating a bottleneck for the 2.0L Ti-VCT engine. This Performance Air Intake Kit solves that \"lazy\" feeling in the mid-range by providing a direct, high-velocity path for cold air to reach the intake manifold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplacing the factory rubber tube with precision-formed aluminum does more than just clean up the engine bay. It eliminates the turbulent air pockets found in the stock accordion-style hoses. Because this kit is specifically engineered for the naturally aspirated Ford Focus architecture, it retains the proper MAF sensor housing diameter to ensure your fuel trims stay within spec without a custom tune. It is the perfect weekend project for any owner looking to improve the car's \"get up and go\" during the daily commute.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe understand that reliability is paramount for a daily-driven Focus. That is why this system uses a high-flow dry filter. Unlike oiled filters that can contaminate your Mass Airflow Sensor and trigger a Check Engine Light, this dry media provides superior filtration and easy maintenance. You get the sportier intake growl when you're on the gas, but it remains perfectly civilized at highway cruising speeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You Need This Upgrade\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRefined Throttle Response:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eliminates the lag caused by restrictive factory baffling and flexible rubber tubing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEfficient Power Gains:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides a measurable 5–8 horsepower and torque increase by optimizing combustion efficiency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAluminum Thermal Properties:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lightweight aluminum piping offers a smoother internal surface for higher air velocity compared to OEM plastic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow-Maintenance Filtration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes a washable and reusable dry performance filter—no messy re-oiling required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFuel Economy Optimization:\u003c\/strong\u003e Better air delivery allows the Ti-VCT system to operate more efficiently under varied load conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; margin-bottom: 20px;\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\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;\"\u003e2012–2018 Ford Focus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eEngine Code\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e2.0L Ti-VCT GDI I4\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;\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eEasy \/ Under 60 Minutes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003ePolished Aluminum \/ Multi-Layer Dry Media\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Ford Focus Air Intake Installation 2.0L 2012-2018\" href=\"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/blogs\/installation-guides\/installation-guide-cold-air-intake-for-ford-focus-2012-2018\"\u003eBasic Guide Here. \u003c\/a\u003eThis is a true direct bolt-on kit. You will need basic hand tools (ratchet, sockets, and a screwdriver). \u003cstrong\u003ePro-Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once the installation is complete, disconnect your battery for 15 minutes. This forces the ECU to clear its \"Learned Fuel Trims\" and recalibrate specifically for the increased airflow volume provided by the new intake. Please note this is for the 2.0L naturally aspirated engine only and is \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e compatible with ST or RS EcoBoost models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReplaces These OEM Applications \u0026amp; Part Numbers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2012 Ford Focus 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC (Naturally Aspirated)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2013 Ford Focus 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC (Naturally Aspirated)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2014 Ford Focus 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC (Naturally Aspirated)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2015 Ford Focus 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC (Naturally Aspirated)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2016 Ford Focus 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC (Naturally Aspirated)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2017 Ford Focus 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC (Naturally Aspirated)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2018 Ford Focus 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC (Naturally Aspirated)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family: monospace; font-size: 0.9em; color: #666; background-color: #f5f5f5; padding: 10px; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003eCP9Z-9600-A, CP9Z-9600-B, 7R3Z-9601-B, FA-1908\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDitch the restrictive factory box and give your Focus the breath of fresh air it deserves for a more engaging driving experience.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47758439350520,"sku":"DS-FOCUS-INTAKE","price":89.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/s-l960_109ad048-7df6-4502-8b5e-3f069e4c39e8.webp?v=1770834659","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/performance-air-intake-for-ford-focus-2012-2018-with-2-0l-4cyl-engine-red","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}