Pipercross Intake System PK380 - VAG PQ35 - EA113 2.0T FSI

Take your car's performance to the next level with the Pipercross Performance Induction System – a precisely engineered intake system, designed specifically for VAG models with a 2.0 TFSI engine.

This system is designed as a direct replacement for the factory airbox and integrated intake piping system, with a clear goal: more airflow, better efficiency, and a more pronounced induction sound.

Key features:

• Large heatshield, utilizing the factory cold air duct
• Specially developed Pipercross conical filter with high-grade foam filtration media
• One-piece mandrel-bent aluminum pipe
• Thick-walled silicone couplers with smooth internal surface
• Developed through 3D scanning, CAD modeling, and multiple prototypes
• Dyno proven gains of +15 WHP / +21 Nm

Why is this upgrade necessary?

The factory intake system in VAG 2.0 TFSI models from the period 2003–2013 is sufficient for standard power and OEM software. But even moderate tuning increases boost and air demand to a degree where OEM components start to limit the engine.

Pipercross identifies the following as weak points:

• the filter media and its area
• the factory airbox
• the integrated piping system

The solution is a completely new configuration with an aluminum heatshield, flow-optimized hard pipe, and a custom foam conical filter.

Conical filter

The heart of the system is a specially developed Pipercross conical filter, manufactured in-house.

Advantages:

• Balance between high flow and effective filtration
• 10.14% larger filtration area compared to a standard panel filter
• 180 mm outer diameter
• 90 mm spun aluminum outlet
• Prepared for future hardware upgrades

Heatshield

The Pipercross heatshield is designed to:

• maximize the use of the factory cold air duct
• isolate the filter from heat in the engine bay
• increase airflow efficiency

It is made of:

• 1.5 mm corrosion-resistant aluminum
• CNC laser cut construction
• powder coating
• EPDM edging trim for vibration isolation and durability

Hard Pipe

The hard pipe assembly is made of:

• one-piece 90 mm aluminum pipe
• CNC mandrel bends for consistent internal flow
• 70 mm reduced end to OEM turbo inlet hose
• CNC machined MAF boss in almost identical OEM position
• integrated anti-vibration support

This guarantees:

• correct MAF values
• better flow
• longer system life

Details that make a difference

• Silicone turbo elbow for K03 and K04
• Included CNC machined blanking plug and joiner
• 5-ply silicone couplers
• Smooth internal surface without corrugated effect
• CNC laser cut steel brackets
• Stainless steel mounting hardware

Development and testing

All Pipercross products are developed in-house through:

• 3D printing
• 3D scanning
• CAD
• CFD
• airflow testing
• performance testing

This system has undergone:

• bench airflow tests against OEM
• independent dyno tests on a Dyno Dynamics 4WD dyno cell

The Result

The Pipercross Performance Intake System offers:

• higher airflow
• better throttle response
• more power and torque
• a richer and sportier sound
• OEM+ fitment with real performance benefits

An ideal choice for owners of 2.0 TFSI VAG models who are looking for a quality intake upgrade with proven results, premium craftsmanship, and future potential for even more power.