{"product_id":"intercooler-mqb-2-5-tsi-ea855","title":"Racingline Intercooler MQB \/ 2.5 TSI EA855","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRacingLine Performance Intercooler – Audi RS3 8V.2 \/ 8Y \u0026amp; TT RS 8S 2.5 TFSI\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRacingLine Performance Intercooler VWR143000\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-efficiency intercooler developed specifically for the \u003cstrong\u003eAudi RS3 8V.2 \/ 8Y\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eAudi TT RS 8S\u003c\/strong\u003e with the \u003cstrong\u003e2.5 TFSI EA855\u003c\/strong\u003e engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe factory intercooler on the Audi RS3 and TT RS struggles to meet the demands of cars with higher power, software upgrades, or aggressive driving. Under heavy load, intake air temperature quickly rises, thermal saturation occurs, and the car begins to lose power precisely when it is expected to perform at its best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRacingLine solves this problem with a massive \u003cstrong\u003ePlate \u0026amp; Bar intercooler\u003c\/strong\u003e featuring a stepped core, designed to maintain low intake air temperatures repeatedly – without the need for long cooling periods after heavy use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCompared to the factory cooler, the RacingLine intercooler offers \u003cstrong\u003e70% greater volume\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e76.8% larger frontal area\u003c\/strong\u003e. This provides significantly better cooling capacity, more stable power, and improved durability during repeated accelerations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRacingLine's goal was to find the right balance between maximum cooling and minimum pressure drop. Thus, the intercooler is significantly larger and more efficient without adding unnecessary turbo lag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe cast end tanks are designed with internal air flow guides that direct air evenly across the entire depth of the core. This reduces turbulence, improves efficiency, and allows the system to operate stably under high loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe intercooler uses \u003cstrong\u003e70mm inlet and outlet\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning it can be used with both factory boost pipes and enhanced RacingLine boost pipe \/ boost hose solutions for the 2.5 TFSI.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eDeveloped specifically for \u003cstrong\u003eAudi RS3 8V.2 \/ 8Y\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eAudi TT RS 8S\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eProduct number: \u003cstrong\u003eVWR143000\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eSuitable for \u003cstrong\u003e2.5 TFSI EA855\u003c\/strong\u003e engines with 400 hp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e70% greater volume\u003c\/strong\u003e compared to the factory intercooler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e76.8% larger frontal area\u003c\/strong\u003e for better cooling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eInternal volume: \u003cstrong\u003e14,141,500 mm³\u003c\/strong\u003e compared to \u003cstrong\u003e8,345,600 mm³\u003c\/strong\u003e for OEM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eMeasured temperature reduction: \u003cstrong\u003e20.5°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eStepped \u003cstrong\u003ePlate \u0026amp; Bar\u003c\/strong\u003e core with high cooling efficiency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eMaintains lower intake air temperatures under repeated loads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eReduces thermal saturation during aggressive driving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eHelps maintain more stable power with software upgrades and higher boost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eOptimized balance between cooling and minimal pressure drop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eCast end tanks with internal air flow guides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e70mm inlet and outlet\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatible with factory boost pipes or RacingLine enhanced pipes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eInstallation without cutting or drilling for Audi RS3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy This Intercooler Matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the standard intercooler, intake air temperatures quickly rise during aggressive driving or after power increases. This leads to a drop in performance and the need for cooling time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe RacingLine Performance Intercooler keeps temperatures under control even during repeated accelerations. This allows the car to maintain its power more stably, without a perceived drop after several consecutive loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eConstruction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlate \u0026amp; Bar\u003c\/strong\u003e type intercooler\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eStepped core with high-efficiency internal tubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eOptimized fin density\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eCast end tanks with minimal turbulence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eInternal guides for even air distribution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e70mm inlet and 70mm outlet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eDeveloped specifically for RS3 8V.2 \/ 8Y and TT RS 8S, not a universally adapted solution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eAudi RS3 8Y \/ 8Y.2 2.5 TFSI – 2021+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eAudi RS3 8V.2 2.5 TFSI – 2017–2020\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eAudi TT RS 8S 2.5 TFSI – 2017+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEngines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eDAZA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eDAZC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eDNWA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eDXHA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eFor \u003cstrong\u003eAudi RS3 8V.2 \/ 8Y\u003c\/strong\u003e, the installation is designed without cutting or drilling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eThe intercooler is designed to retain the car's original front crash bar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eFor \u003cstrong\u003eAudi TT RS 8S\u003c\/strong\u003e, slight trimming of the front plastic panel is required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Combination\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eFor maximum results, it can be combined with the \u003cstrong\u003eRacingLine Boost Hose Kit \/ Boost Pipe Kit for 2.5 TFSI\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eImproved boost pipes and hoses help ensure even freer airflow between the turbocharger, intercooler, and throttle body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eIntended for \u003cstrong\u003e2.5 TFSI EA855\u003c\/strong\u003e models with a factory power of around 400 hp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatibility check by model, year, and engine is recommended before ordering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eFor the TT RS 8S, slight trimming of the front plastic panel is required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eFor maximum effect, it can be combined with a RacingLine intake system, boost pipes, boost hoses, and a software upgrade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Racingline","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48389253824859,"sku":"VWR143000","price":1249.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0854\/7329\/6731\/files\/interkuler-mqb-25-tsi-ea855vwr143000-496704.png?v=1726244720","url":"https:\/\/boosthausbg.com\/en\/products\/intercooler-mqb-2-5-tsi-ea855","provider":"BoostHaus BG","version":"1.0","type":"link"}