Description
Turn your refined Volkswagen Tiguan into a responsive and exhilarating driver’s machine with the IE Sheet Metal Cold Air Intake System. Designed with genuine motorsport technology and precision CAD modeling, this intake system enhances airflow, boosts power, and unlocks the aggressive turbocharged soundtrack hidden beneath your hood.
Unlock the Hidden Potential of Your 2.0T EA888 Gen 3B Engine
From the factory, your Tiguan’s intake system is designed to reduce noise—not maximize performance. The result is a restricted and muted driving experience. The IE intake replaces the entire factory airbox with a high-flow, performance-engineered system featuring a full-width aluminum heatshield, massive 5-inch air filter, integrated velocity stack, and front-mounted ram-air scoop. The result is a significant increase in airflow and turbo efficiency—perfect for stock and tuned setups.
Flow-Optimized for Real-World Gains
Utilizing advanced CFD flow simulations and real-world dyno testing, IE engineers optimized the intake to deliver maximum airflow efficiency. By eliminating restrictive plastic piping and the closed-off OEM airbox, this intake achieves an increase of +16 CFM at -30in/H₂O over stock. The system's internal geometry, combined with its massive surface area filter and velocity stack design, dramatically improves throttle response, turbo spool, and horsepower delivery across the RPM range.
Performance-Driven Design Features
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Full-Width Ram-Air Aluminum Heatshield:
Captures high-pressure air from the front grille and isolates it from engine bay heat, ensuring a consistent supply of cool air for optimal combustion. -
5" High-Flow Cotton Pleated Filter:
Maximizes filtration area for unrestricted breathing while maintaining excellent filtration efficiency. -
Integrated Velocity Stack Bellmouth:
Motorsport-inspired design creates a smooth and gradual transition from the filter into the intake tract, minimizing turbulence and pressure drop. -
Digital 3D-Scanned Fitment:
Every millimeter of the engine bay, hood, bumper, and front clip was 3D scanned to ensure a precision fit that looks OEM+ and installs effortlessly. -
Premium Hardware & Silicone Couplers:
Includes high-quality stainless steel hardware, stop-flat multi-ply silicone couplers, and high-tension clamps for long-term durability and reliability.
Aggressive Turbocharged Soundtrack
The IE Cold Air Intake doesn’t just improve performance—it transforms the driving experience. The open-element design paired with the velocity stack delivers sharp turbo spool, whoosh sounds on throttle release, and a deeper engine growl. It’s the same thrilling soundtrack found in VW’s sportier GTI, now available for your Tiguan.
Hassle-Free Installation
Designed for enthusiasts, the IE Tiguan Intake Kit installs in under an hour using basic hand tools and requires no permanent modifications. Factory-style mounting points make for a clean and secure installation that integrates perfectly with the engine bay.
Key Features at a Glance
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Precision-engineered for VW Tiguan Gen 3B 2.0T (MQB)
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Black powder-coated aluminum heatshield
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Integrated velocity stack for optimal flow
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Massive 5" pleated cotton air filter
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Multi-ply silicone couplers with stop-flat edges
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Stainless laser-etched IE logo plate
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Factory-style mounting and stainless steel hardware
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+16 CFM increase in airflow at -30in/H₂O
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Easy 1-hour installation with basic tools
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Aggressive turbo & engine sound
