APR Intercooler System - Audi A3 / Volkswagen Golf R / GTI (MQB) 2015-2026

The APR Intercooler System is an OEM-location upgrade for the MQB platform that dramatically lowers intake air temperature and minimizes heat soak. It uses a bar-and-plate core with staggered, louvered fins and smooth cast end tanks, measuring 24.00 x 16.25 x 2.25 inches for 877.5 in³ of core volume. The larger core delivers a 21 horsepower gain over the factory system, stays effective past 500 horsepower, and installs in the factory location with no trimming or cutting. It is fully compatible with the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system.

Specifications

Documents: Installation Instructions (PDF)

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