Mishimoto MMAI-MK7-15X Performance Intake for 2015-2021 VW MK7/Audi MQB EA888

Vehicle Fitment

• 2015-2021 Volkswagen Golf MK7/MK7.5 (S, SE, SEL; 1.8T Gen3, 2.0T Gen3; FWD)
• 2015-2021 Volkswagen GTI MK7/MK7.5 (S, SE, Autobahn, Rabbit Edition; 2.0T Gen3; FWD)
• 2015-2019 Volkswagen Golf R MK7/MK7.5 (Base; 2.0T Gen3; AWD)
• 2017-2019 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack (S, SE, SEL; 1.8T Gen3; AWD)
• 2015-2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen (S, SE, SEL; 1.8T Gen3; FWD)
• 2019-2021 Volkswagen Jetta VII (S, SE, SEL, R-Line; 1.4T not applicable - 2.0T Gen3 only)
• 2015-2020 Audi A3 8V (Premium, Premium Plus, Prestige; 1.8T, 2.0T Gen3; FWD)
• 2015-2020 Audi A3 Quattro 8V (Premium, Premium Plus, Prestige; 2.0T Gen3; AWD)
• 2015-2020 Audi S3 8V Quattro (Premium, Premium Plus, Prestige; 2.0T Gen3; AWD)

Fitment Notes

• Fits Gen-3 EA888 1.8T and 2.0T engines only - not compatible with non-EA888 engines
• Includes provisions for both SAI and non-SAI systems - compatible with either configuration
• Includes Silicone Re-Route Hose Kit to relocate coolant overflow hose under intake for clean engine bay
• No ECU retune required for installation on stock tune - power gains amplify with additional modifications
• Not CARB legal - not for sale or use in California emissions-controlled vehicles

Features

• Dyno-proven gains of up to 5.27 HP and 9.23 lb-ft of torque on a stock-tuned MK7 GTI
• Reduces air intake restriction by 51.7% compared to the stock intake system
• Rotational-molded thermoplastic airbox delivers optimal airflow, heat-soak resistance, and long-term durability
• High-flow oiled air filter provides 52% more filter surface area than the OEM panel filter
• Powder-coated airbox prevents hot engine bay air from entering the filter for cooler intake temperatures
• Engineered using 3D printing, CAD modeling, and flow bench testing for a precision fit
• Delivers a more aggressive intake tone under acceleration
• Made in the USA and backed by the Mishimoto Lifetime Warranty

Specifications

• Part Number: MMAI-MK7-15X
• Platform: VW MK7/MK7.5 and Audi MQB (8V)
• Engine Compatibility: Gen-3 EA888 1.8T and 2.0T
• Airbox Construction: Rotational-Molded Thermoplastic with Black Powder Coat
• Filter Type: High-Flow Oiled Conical Air Filter
• Filter Surface Area Increase: 52% over OEM panel filter
• Airflow Restriction Reduction: 51.7% vs. stock
• Power Gains: Up to +5.27 HP / +9.23 lb-ft torque (stock tune, dyno-proven)
• SAI Compatibility: Includes SAI port, filter, and delete plug
• Installation Difficulty: Easy - approximately 1 hour

Included Components

• 1x Rotational-Molded Thermoplastic Airbox
• 1x High-Flow Oiled Conical Air Filter
• 1x SAI Port with Filter and Delete Plug
• 1x Silicone Coolant Overflow Hose Re-Route Kit
• 1x Hardware and Mounting Kit
• 1x Mishimoto Lifetime Warranty Card

Product Description

The Mishimoto MMAI-MK7-15X is a direct-fit performance air intake designed for 2015-2021 Volkswagen MK7/MK7.5 and Audi MQB-platform vehicles equipped with the Gen-3 EA888 1.8T or 2.0T engine. The precision rotational-molded thermoplastic airbox was engineered using CAD modeling and flow bench technology to eliminate intake restrictions, reduce heat soak, and feed cooler, denser air to the turbocharger. The result is a dyno-proven reduction in airflow restriction of 51.7% and gains of up to 5.27 HP and 9.23 lb-ft of torque on a completely stock tune.

The included high-flow oiled filter offers 52% more filtration surface area than the stock panel filter, and the kit comes complete with provisions for both SAI and non-SAI configurations, plus a silicone coolant overflow hose re-route kit for a cleaner engine bay. Installation takes approximately one hour with no ECU retune required, making this an ideal bolt-on upgrade for VW and Audi enthusiasts seeking real performance gains on the street or track.