CTS Turbo 3" Air Intake System for 1.8TSI/2.0TSI (EA888.1 and EA888.3 non-MQB)

At CTS Turbo we are proud to announce our new 3" air intake system for the 1.8TSI and 2.0T Gen1 and Gen3 VW/Audi range of vehicles. This kit includes parts that make it compatible with both generations of TSI engines! The air scoop works in conjunction with our sealed airbox to seamlessly force cold air into our 3" air intake system.  Air then flows through our high flow cone air filter, which utilizes an inverted cone design for maximum engine breathing.  Our 3" CNC mandrel-bent aluminum intake pipe allows for smooth entry of cold air into the engine providing peak power gains ranging from 9-15WHP. By using a factory MAF housing (when equipped), you can be sure that fuel trims will remain perfect. All of the components included in the CTS air intake system work flawlessly together to provide increased horsepower and torque throughout the entire power band and an aggressive race-inspired sound. This intake kit is designed to be compatible with our TSI Gen1 BOSS kits; intake pipe features 2x 1/8NPT bungs for easy installation of BOSS kits. Product Details:

• Full 3" Mandrel-bent aluminum piping with black powder coating
• Compatible with CTS BOSS kits, with provisions for easy installation
• Reusable air filter with inverted cone design
• 4 Ply silicon connectors with stainless steel clamps
• Airbox with rubberized trim
• Bracketry to prevent rattling under engine torquing
• Gains ranging from 9-15WHP on a stock vehicle, even more, if tuned!
• No CEL, no fuel trim issues

GEN1 Fitment (EA888.1)

• 2009 MK5 VW GTI with TSI engine
• 2009-2010 MK5 VW Jetta with TSI engine
• 2010-2013 MK6 VW GTI
• 2012-2013 MK6 VW Jetta GLI
• 2009-2016 VW EOS with TSI engine
• 2009-2013 Passat CC TSI
• 2010-2013 VW Beetle TSI
• 2008-2017 VW Scirocco TSI
• 2009-2013 Audi A3 TSI

GEN3 Fitment (EA888.3 non-MQB)

• 2013-2017 VW Beetle (check to make sure you do not have a Gen3 B-cycle engine)
• 2013-2017 VW Jetta 1.8TSI (check to make sure you do not have a Gen3 B-cycle engine)
• 2013-2019 VW Jetta GLI
• 2013-2017 Volkswagen Passat 1.8TSI & 2.0TSI (check to make sure you do not have a Gen3 B-cycle engine)

Not for B-cycle engines, check your vehicle before ordering. Does not fit Tiguan or Q3 or late MK6 models with Gen3 B-cycle aka Miller cycle engine. Please confirm if your car requires a breather filter for the secondary injection system: look for the hose connected to the airbox behind the headlight.

This part also goes by the following cross reference.

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Fits These Vehicles 17 applications

SCIROCCO

Make	Model	Engine	Years
VW	SCIROCCO		2008–2017
VW	SCIROCCO (MK3)		2008–2017

CC

Make	Model	Engine	Years
VW	CC		2009–2013
VW	CC (MK1)		2009–2013

A3

Make	Model	Engine	Years
AUDI	A3		2009–2013
AUDI	A3 (8P)		2009–2013

GTI

Make	Model	Engine	Years
VW	GTI		2009–2014
VW	GTI (MK5)		2009–2009
VW	GTI (MK6)		2010–2014

JETTA GLI

Make	Model	Engine	Years
VW	JETTA GLI		2012–2018
VW	JETTA GLI (MK6)		2012–2018

BEETLE

Make	Model	Engine	Years
VW	BEETLE		2012–2013
VW	BEETLE (MK2)		2012–2013

PASSAT

Make	Model	Engine	Years
VW	PASSAT		2014–2017
VW	PASSAT (B7)		2014–2017

JETTA

Make	Model	Engine	Years
VW	JETTA		2014–2018
VW	JETTA (MK6)		2014–2018

Fitment data last updated: 2026-06-28