Mishimoto MMINT-MK7-15KWBK Intercooler Kit for 15-21 MK7 Golf/GTI/R & Audi

Vehicle Fitment

• 2015-2021 Volkswagen MK7 Golf/GTI/R (2.0L TSI EA888 Gen3; manual & 6-spd DSG; 7-spd DSG hot-side piping may require modification)
• 2015-2021 Audi A3/S3 (2.0L TSI, various trims) - fitment for Audi TT unconfirmed for this specific kit

Features

• Direct-fit performance intercooler and piping upgrade for MQB platform vehicles
• Bar-and-plate aluminum intercooler core with cast end tanks
• Mandrel-bent aluminum intercooler piping with wrinkle black finish
• 5-layer silicone couplers and high-torque clamps included
• Up to 89 % larger core volume vs OEM intercooler
• 162 % more external fin surface area for improved cooling efficiency
• Reduces intake air temperatures by up to ~23 °F vs stock
• Improves airflow up to ~30 % over factory piping
• May yield up to ~14.5 whp and ~13 wtq gains on stock tuning
• Mishimoto Lifetime Warranty for long-term reliability

Specifications

• Core Type: Bar-and-plate aluminum
• Core Thickness: ~2.2 in
• Inlet/Outlet Diameter: ~2.1-2.75 in depending on pipe section
• Piping Finish: Wrinkle black powder coat
• Compatible Engines: 2.0L TSI EA888 Gen3 (Golf/GTI/R & A3/S3)
• Compatible Transmissions: Manual & 6-spd DSG (note on hot-side fitment with 7-spd DSG)

Included Components

• 1x Performance intercooler core
• 1x Intercooler piping kit (wrinkle black)
• 2x CNC-machined aluminum mounting brackets
• 4x Silicone couplers
• 8x High-torque worm-gear clamps
• Mounting hardware
• Lifetime warranty documentation

Product Description

The Mishimoto MMINT-MK7-15KWBK Intercooler Kit with black pipes is a complete direct-fit upgrade designed to replace the restrictive stock intercooler and plastic piping on 2015-2021 Volkswagen MK7 Golf, GTI, and Golf R models as well as compatible Audi A3/S3 vehicles equipped with the 2.0 L TSI EA888 Gen3 engine. Featuring a robust bar-and-plate aluminum core with cast end tanks, this kit offers a significantly larger cooling surface and volume compared to the factory unit, helping reduce intake air temperatures for more consistent power delivery under boost.

Included mandrel-bent aluminum piping finished in wrinkle black replaces weaker stock plastic hoses and rubber connectors, improving airflow by up to ~30 % and boosting overall durability. The system is engineered for a straightforward installation using the provided CNC-machined brackets and hardware, and gives users the potential for noticeable gains in horsepower and torque with stock tuning. Backed by Mishimoto's Lifetime Warranty, this intercooler kit is ideal for enthusiasts seeking improved performance and thermal efficiency from their MQB turbocharged platform.