Neuspeed Intake
Notes
Volkswagen engineers did make one thing easily upgradeable: the intake. Unlike the prior-generation 2.0T where you had to replace the entire intake system, the new 2.0 TFSI engine is back to Intake Upgrades 101 with a simple airbox replacement. While it is possible to make the previous generation intake fit with a few tweaks, Neuspeed found that eliminating the factory mass air flow (MAF) sensor housing and subsequent plumbing to the turbo inlet resulted in erratic sensor readings and minimal gains when compared to standard airbox replacement. Don't misunderstand me when we refer to "Upgrade 101." It's often not so simple as just slapping a filter on the end of a pipe, and it does still take an expert to engineer a system that functions properly and will last the life of the vehicle.
Performance
Peak power:215 hp @ 4900 rpm
Peak torque:255 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm
Features
* 3-inch diameter fully mandrel-bent aluminum tubing
* Durable wrinkle powdercoat available in red or black
* Billet air pump fitting
* Sturdy mounting bracket
* Washable and reusable multi-layer cotton gauze air filter
Parts: Stainless steel mounting bracket, silicon hose, aluminum pipe w/flange, OEM-style hose clamps, air filter rubber iso-mount and insert, hardware
Required tools: Flat and Phillips screwdrivers, 5mm hex key Installation
Time: 30-45 minutes
Price: $339.95 w/air pump, $299.95 w/o air pump
Pros
* Retains the factory MAF sensor housing to ensure that the ECU gets precise air flow readings
* Stainless steel mounting directs air from the front grille toward the air filter
* Kit retains the OEM tapped plastic pipe designed to hook up to the turbo inlet (increasing the velocity of the air and reducing turbulence as air enters the turbo)
* Air filter's integral velocity stack increases air flow, allowing a smooth transition of air into the pipe
* Large bore 3-inch pipe lines up directly with the velocity stack built into the front MAF sensor housing
Cons
* Increased intake system volume caused a negligible torque loss
AWE Turbo-back Exhaustn Performance
Peak power:221 hp @ 4775 rpm
Peak torque:269 lb-ft @ 3700 rpm
Features
* 2.5-inch diameter fully mandrel-bent T304 stainless steel tubing
* 200-cell metal catalytic converter
* Full stainless steel construction
* 3-inch insulated and beveled exhaust tips with AWE Tuning logo
Required Tools: 10, 13, 16, 17mm sockets, extension, ratchet, WD-40, oxygen sensor socket
Installation Time: 1.5 hoursPrice: $1,589.90
Pros
* 200-cell catalytic converter offers maximum flow
* High quality stainless steel will ensure the system lasts
* Downpipe flange to exhaust pipe transition optimized to ensure there is no turbulence as the exhaust gases exit the turbo
* Downpipe's large, fully lined stainless steel flex joint will make certain that there is no breakage
Cons
* Slip-joint construction made installation a bit tricky
* Lack of sealing compound for slip-joints made eliminating small exhaust leaks difficult, requiring several attempts