APR Intake Filter
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APR Intake Filter - Audi A3/S3 / Volkswagen Golf R/GTI (MQB/MQB EVO) - Red
APR has spent decades refining high flow filtration for the VW/Audi world, and this drop in filter (SKU RF100029) is a straightforward upgrade for your Audi A3, Audi S3, Volkswagen Golf R or Volkswagen Golf GTI. It replaces the restrictive factory paper element with a washable cotton gauze filter designed on the flow bench for better airflow without sacrificing filtration quality.
This listing covers Audi A3, Audi S3 (8V/8Y), Volkswagen Golf R (Mk7 5G / Mk7.5 5G / Mk8 CD) and Volkswagen Golf GTI (Mk7 5G / Mk7.5 5G / Mk8 CD) built on the MQB and MQB EVO platforms. This is a direct drop in replacement for the factory filter housing, finished in APR red.
Key Features
- Proprietary high flow cotton gauze filtration material
- Washable and reusable, designed to outlast the vehicle
- Flow bench optimised for performance and filtration balance
- Direct drop in fit into the factory airbox
- Red finish
Vehicle compatibility, OEM part numbers, and fitment notes are provided in the tabs above. Please ensure your vehicle's year, trim level, and configuration are confirmed before ordering.
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Vehicle Compatibility
| Make | Model | Chassis | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audi | A3 | - | |
| Audi | S3 | 8V | - |
| Audi | S3 | 8Y | - |
| Volkswagen | Golf GTI | Mk7 (5G) | - |
| Volkswagen | Golf GTI | Mk7.5 (5G) | - |
| Volkswagen | Golf GTI | Mk8 (CD) | - |
| Volkswagen | Golf R | Mk7 (5G) | - |
| Volkswagen | Golf R | Mk7.5 (5G) | - |
| Volkswagen | Golf R | Mk8 (CD) | - |
Technical Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Filter Material | Cotton-gauze filtration media |
| Reusability | Washable, reusable |
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