Overview
This carbon fibre intake pipe kit replaces the factory inlet pipework on the EA888 Gen3 platform with a more direct, less restricted path to the turbocharger. Carbon fibre construction keeps the temperature of intake air lower than conventional pipework while adding a premium engine bay finish.
Why Upgrade?
- Reduced intake air temperature compared to standard pipework
- Improved airflow path to the turbocharger
- Sharper induction sound and engine response
- Woven carbon fibre finish for a premium underbonnet appearance
Built for the Drive, Not Just the Dyno
The factory pipework on the EA888 Gen3 takes the long way to the turbo, picking up heat along the way. A carbon fibre pipe shortens that path and keeps the charge cooler — a small change that shows up as a sharper, more immediate throttle response rather than a number on a dyno sheet.
Fitment
Compatible with:
- VW Golf R MK7 / MK7.5 (2014–2019) — 2.0 TSI EA888 Gen3 MQB
- VW Golf GTI MK7 / MK7.5 (2014–2019) — 2.0 TSI EA888 Gen3 MQB
- Audi S3 8V / 8V.2 (2013–2020) — 2.0 TFSI EA888 Gen3
- Audi A3 8V (2013–2020) — 1.8 / 2.0 TFSI EA888 Gen3
- Audi TT 8V (2015–2021) — 2.0 TFSI EA888 Gen3
- Audi TTS 8V (2015–2021) — 2.0 TFSI EA888 Gen3
Note: this intake pipe fits the shared MQB AWD 2.0T platform across Golf GTI/R MK7 and A3/S3/TT/TTS 8V — same engine bay, same fit. It does not fit MK8 Golf/GTI/R or Audi 8Y platform vehicles, which use a different generation intake. Verify your specific model, year and drivetrain before ordering, or message us your rego/VIN and we'll confirm it for you.
What's Included
- Carbon fibre intake pipe assembly
- Filtration component
- Supplied couplers, clamps and installation hardware
Shipping & Fit
- Confirmed fitment by chassis and engine code before you buy, not after
- Worldwide shipping, cost calculated at checkout for your destination
- Australian Consumer Law returns on all unused, unfitted parts
- Questions about your specific build? Message us — real people, real platform knowledge
Delivery & Support
Your order is carefully inspected before dispatch and backed by VCTR Performance support. For product availability, shipping estimates or fitment assistance, contact our team.