- Precision-tuned and dyno-validated to enhance throttle response, sharpen acceleration, and improve overall engine efficiency, helping maximize horsepower and drivability.
- Creates a deeper, more aggressive induction tone that highlights the intake system’s improved airflow.
- Features low-restriction intake tubing that increases air velocity and high-volume airflow for maximum performance gains.
- Equipped with a long-life, high-capacity air filter capable of up to 100,000 miles before servicing (depending on driving conditions), reducing maintenance while maintaining strong, clean airflow.
- Utilizes washable, reusable, oil-free synthetic filter media that preserves airflow efficiency, traps harmful contaminants, and provides long-term value over disposable filters.
Description
AEM Cold Air Intake Systems are designed to produce horsepower and torque gains. They replace the restrictive factory airbox and air filter to give you better performance and better engine sound. AEM cold air intakes relocate the air filter outside the engine compartment so cooler air can be fed into your engine. Cooler air carries more oxygen, which translates into a more intense explosion in the combustion chamber for more horsepower and torque. AEM Cold Air Intakes include an oversized AEM Dryflow synthetic washable air filter for outstanding air flow, filtration, and performance while allowing easy oil-free cleaning. They include a mandrel-bent aluminum intake tube and high quality hardware designed to reduce restriction and reduce intake temperature. The design and components of each intake system vary so consult the installation instructions for more information on the contents of each part number.
Specifications
| Air Box Included | No |
|---|---|
| Air Filter Color | Red |
| Air Filter Material | Non-woven Synthetic |
| Air Filter Outlet Shape | Round |
| Air Filter Washable | Yes |
| California Restricted | Not legal for sale or use in California |
| Clamp Color/Finish | Natural |
| Clamp Material | Stainless Steel |
| Clamp Style | Regular |
| Clamps Included | 3 |
| Coupler Color/Finish | Not Applicable |
| Couplers Included | None |
| Estimated Horsepower Gain | 7 HP @ 4200 RPM |
| Intake Pipe Color / Finish | Gunmetal Gray |
| Intake Pipe Material | Aluminum |
| Intake Pipe Ports | All intake tube ports needed for the specified applications are included |
| Mass Air Flow Sensor Adapter Included | Yes |
| Mounting Hardware Included | Yes |
| Oil Included | No |
| Package Material | Paperboard |
| Package Type | Box |
| Product Style | AEM Cold Air Intake System |
| Replacement Filter | 21-203DOSK |
| Street Legal In All US States | Not legal for sale or use in California on any pollution controlled motor vehicle. |
| TUV Approved (Europe) | No |
| Weight | 7.2 lb (3.3 kg) |
| UPC / GTIN | 00024844354716 |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime warranty |
| Year | Make | Model | Engine | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 - 2014 | Volkswagen | Beetle | 2.5L I5 | California Air Resources Board Exempt: No |
| 2011 - 2014 | Volkswagen | Golf | 2.5L I5 | California Air Resources Board Exempt: No |
| 2011 - 2012 | Volkswagen | Golf SportWagen | 2.5L I5 | California Air Resources Board Exempt: No |
| 2011 - 2013 | Volkswagen | Jetta | 2.5L I5 | California Air Resources Board Exempt: No |
| 2012 - 2014 | Volkswagen | Passat | 2.5L I5 | California Air Resources Board Exempt: No |