Upgrade your Volkswagen MK8 Golf R or Audi 8Y S3 with the APR Intake System. This complete 109mm intake extends from dual front inlet scoops to the included Continental turbocharger adapter, increasing airflow, reducing pressure drop, improving response, and delivering a more aggressive induction sound.
Quick Fitment Overview
- Fits Audi 8Y/8Y.2 S3 and Volkswagen MK8/MK8.5 Golf R
- Complete 109mm intake from the front inlets to the turbocharger
Product Description
The APR Intake System replaces the complete factory intake path with a 109mm design that begins at dual frontal inlet scoops and continues through the airbox, rear pipe, and included turbo inlet adapter.
APR reports gains of 15 AWHP and 12 AWFT-LBS on a Stage 1 Golf R or S3 with no other hardware changes. Flow increases by up to 43% with the factory turbo and up to 80% with a larger turbocharger, helping reduce pressure drop and turbocharger workload.
The system comes configured as an open intake for maximum airflow and sound. Optional plastic, woven carbon fiber, and forged carbon fiber covers allow the intake to be converted into a closed design without tools.
Removable rear pipes and turbo inlet adapters provide compatibility with factory, hybrid, and aftermarket turbocharger systems, allowing the intake to support future upgrades.
Best For: Audi 8Y/8Y.2 S3 and Volkswagen MK8/MK8.5 Golf R owners who want a complete, modular intake system with measurable airflow and power gains.
Why Choose the APR Intake?
APR upgrades the complete path from the front grille to the turbocharger rather than addressing only one section. The 109mm design, dual front inlets, removable adapters, and optional covers create a high-flow system that can be configured for current and future performance goals.
Key Features and Benefits
- Complete intake system from the front inlets to the turbocharger
- 109mm inlet tube with 99% more cross-sectional area at the airbox
- Produces gains of 15 AWHP and 12 AWFT-LBS in APR Stage 1 testing
- Up to 43% more airflow with the factory turbocharger
- Up to 80% more airflow with a larger turbocharger
- Dual front inlets maximize airflow
- Straight-through design reduces sharp bends and restrictions
- Integrated low-profile flex section
- Washable and reusable cotton gauze filter
- Open configuration provides enhanced induction and turbocharger sound
- Optional plastic, woven carbon fiber, and forged carbon fiber covers
- Removable rear pipe and turbo inlet adapter support future turbo upgrades
Vehicle Compatibility
- Audi 8Y/8Y.2 S3 (2022+)
- Volkswagen MK8/MK8.5 Golf R (2022+)
Please verify your vehicle before ordering.
Installation and Notes
- Professional installation is recommended
- Direct replacement for the factory intake system
- Optional intake covers are available separately
- Clean and service the reusable air filter periodically to maintain optimal performance
- Not for sale or street use in California or other states adopting California emissions standards
Recommended Upgrades
- ECU tuning
- APR Performance Intercooler
- APR Catback Exhaust
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How much power can this intake add?
A: APR recorded gains of 15 AWHP and 12 AWFT-LBS on a Stage 1 Golf R or S3 with no other hardware changes.
Q: How much more airflow does it provide?
A: APR reports up to 43% more airflow with the factory turbo and up to 80% more airflow with a larger turbo.
Q: Does the intake include a turbo inlet adapter?
A: Yes. This configuration includes the adapter for the Continental turbocharger used on supported Golf R and S3 applications.
Q: Can the intake be converted to a closed design?
A: Yes. Optional plastic, woven carbon fiber, and forged carbon fiber covers snap into place without tools.
Q: Does the intake require ECU tuning?
A: No. ECU tuning is not required, although tuned vehicles may benefit further from the increased airflow.
Q: Is this product legal for use in California?
A: No. APR lists this product as not legal for sale or street use in California.
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