AIRTEC Front Mount Intercooler Upgrade for VW Golf R Mk7 and Mk7.5, Golf GTI incl. Clubsport and Clubsport S, Seat Leon Cupra, Audi S3 8V, TT TTS 8S, A3 8V, Skoda Octavia vRS - MQB EA888 Gen 3
Unlock reliable power and lower intake temps with the AIRTEC Motorsport front mount intercooler upgrade for the VAG MQB EA888 Gen 3 platform. This uprated FMIC is the go-to intercooler upgrade for VW Golf R Mk7 and Mk7.5, Golf GTI, Clubsport, Clubsport S, Seat Leon Cupra, Audi S3 8V, Audi TT and TTS 8S, Audi A3 8V and Skoda Octavia vRS owners who want consistent performance, stronger pulls and repeatable results on road and track.
Developed, tested and proven in the UK with dyno sessions, Time Attack and the Nürburgring, this AIRTEC intercooler is a direct-fit, high-efficiency solution that dramatically reduces intake air temperatures, improves charge cooling, and supports Stage 1 and tuned MQB EA888.3 setups without cutting or trimming. If you are searching for Golf R intercooler, Golf GTI intercooler, S3 8V intercooler, Seat Leon Cupra intercooler, MQB intercooler upgrade or FMIC for EA888 Gen 3, this is the performance intercooler you want.
Confirmed fitment - MQB 2.0 TSI and 1.8 TSI
- Volkswagen Golf Mk7 and Mk7.5 R - 2.0 TSI
- Volkswagen Golf Mk7 and Mk7.5 GTI incl. Clubsport and Clubsport S - 2.0 TSI
- Seat Leon Cupra 265, 280, 300 - 2.0 TSI (will not fit 2018 onwards)
- Seat Leon - 1.9 and 2.0 TSI
- Audi S3 8V Hatchback and Saloon - 2.0 TSI (does not fit facelift S3 8V)
- Audi TTS 8S - 2.0 TSI
- Audi TT 8S - 1.8 and 2.0 TSI
- Audi A3 8V - 1.8 and 2.0 TSI
- Skoda Octavia vRS - 2.0 TSI
Why choose the AIRTEC MQB intercooler upgrade
- High-flow 60 mm bar-and-plate core with cast end tanks - increased surface area, volume and cooling efficiency over stock
- Direct replacement front mount intercooler - fits behind the original bumper with no trimming
- Uses OEM intercooler hoses for a straightforward install
- Proven on road, track and dyno - consistent intake temps and repeatable performance
- Designed, developed and tested in the UK by AIRTEC Motorsport
Real-world results - dyno and IAT data
Test car: Revo Stage 1 software with Cobra cat-back exhaust.
Before AIRTEC intercooler: 336.1 bhp and 350.9 lb/ft.
After AIRTEC intercooler: 371.8 bhp and 352.9 lb/ft.
Standard intercooler outlet temperatures after back-to-back runs:
- Run 1 - IN 115 degrees, OUT 44 degrees
- Run 2 - IN 117 degrees, OUT 48 degrees
- Run 3 - IN 118 degrees, OUT 52 degrees
AIRTEC intercooler outlet temperatures after back-to-back runs:
- Run 1 - IN 116 degrees, OUT 18 degrees
- Run 2 - IN 117 degrees, OUT 20 degrees
These results show a substantial reduction in intake air temperatures, keeping them close to ambient and allowing the EA888 Gen 3 to produce power consistently without heat soak. Ideal for tuned MQB cars that demand dependable cooling.
Core dimensions
- Core thickness: 60 mm
- Height: 418 mm
- Width: 860 mm
What you get
- AIRTEC Motorsport uprated front mount intercooler for MQB EA888.3
- Direct-fit replacement using stock pipework
- Track-proven, dyno-proven reliability and performance
Why buy from Nforcd
We supply and fit performance car parts for MQB platforms every day and we have used this AIRTEC intercooler on customer cars with excellent feedback. Expect faster recovery between pulls, stronger mid-range and repeatable performance from your Golf R, GTI, Cupra, S3, TT or A3.
Professional fitting
Professional fitting available at Nforcd in Warwickshire. Request a fitting quote at Sales@nforcd.com.
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Fitment notes
- Does not fit facelift Audi S3 8V
- Seat Leon Cupra - will not fit 2018 onwards
Ready to drop intake temps and boost performance on your MQB EA888 Gen 3 build - order your AIRTEC front mount intercooler upgrade today.