MST Performance's cold air intake is a direct-fit replacement for the factory airbox and induction hose on MQB EA888 Gen 3 cars, covering the VW Golf GTI and Golf R and the Audi A3, S3 and TT/TTS. It mounts at the factory locations, replacing the OEM plastic induction hose with a high-quality, wire wound multi-ply silicone pipe.Lower intake air temperatures and a fuller turbo sound are the day-to-day difference; MST measured +12.4 hp and +14.8 Nm (roughly +10.9 lb-ft) at 5,900 rpm on its own dyno with this kit installed.Why Upgrade Wire wound multi-ply silicone induction pipe, replacing the OEM plastic hose Reusable dry cone filter, oil-free and washable Direct-fit at the factory mounting points, no cutting or fabrication MST-published gains of +12.4 hp and +14.8 Nm (about +10.9 lb-ft) at 5,900 rpm What's IncludedMST describes this kit at the assembly level rather than itemizing every part: the complete intake pipe, heat shield and filter assembly with mounting hardware.An optional clear heat shield cover can be added at checkout as a second variant. It is a cosmetic cover for the filter and is not required for the intake to function; see the MST clear heat shield cover for details.Ownership NotesClean the filter every 20,000 km and replace it at 60,000 km. Pair the intake with MST's high-flow performance air scoop for EA888 2.0T to feed it cooler outside air. The matching replacement filter is sold separately for service.Product Specifications SKU: M086 VW-MK777V1 MPN: VW-MK777V1 Fits MQB VW and Audi models with the EA888 Gen 3 1.8T and 2.0T Need a Different MST Intake? MST Performance's hybrid-turbo version for MK7/MK7.5 GTI and R MST Performance Cold Air Intake for MQB TDI cars MST Performance's other MK7/MK7.5 GTI/R intake MST Performance Cold Air Intake for the MK8 GTI Frequently Asked QuestionsHow much power does this add?MST measured +12.4 hp and +14.8 Nm (roughly +10.9 lb-ft) at 5,900 rpm on its own dyno.Do I need to modify anything to install this intake?No. It replaces the factory airbox and induction hose at the stock mounting points with no cutting or fabrication.How often does the filter need service?Clean it every 20,000 km and replace it at 60,000 km.I have an MK8 GTI or Golf R — does this fit?No. This intake is built for MQB EA888 Gen 3 cars (MK7-generation and 8V/8S Audi models). BMP stocks separate MST intakes for the MK8 platform.What is the clear heat shield cover option at checkout?It's an optional cosmetic cover for the filter, available as a second variant on this listing.
