{"product_id":"is38-turbo-inlet-for-mk7-golf-gti-r-a3-s3-8v-seat-leon-cupra-280-skoda-octavia-2-0-tsi-ea888-mqb-1","title":"VCTR Performance Audi A3\/S3 8V \/ VW Golf MK7 Turbo Inlet Upgrade","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe factory turbo inlet on the EA888 Gen3 platform is a restrictive soft rubber unit — adequate at stock boost levels but a real limitation as pressure and airflow demand increase. This aluminium turbo inlet replaces the OEM piece with a smoother, more rigid alternative, reducing restriction before the IS38 or IS20 compressor wheel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Upgrade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced restriction at the compressor inlet versus the factory rubber unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproved compressor efficiency under elevated boost demand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSharper turbo response — the turbo builds boost with less effort\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminium construction more rigid and durable than the factory rubber inlet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eEngineering Focus\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCNC machined from 6061 aluminium with a smooth bore ID — matched to the IS38 and IS20 inlet diameter. The rigid construction eliminates the flex and collapse under vacuum that affects factory rubber inlets under sustained boost.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompatible with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVW Golf R MK7 \/ MK7.5 (2014–2019) — 2.0 TSI EA888 Gen3 MQB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVW Golf GTI MK7 \/ MK7.5 (2014–2019) — 2.0 TSI EA888 Gen3 MQB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudi S3 8V \/ 8V.2 (2013–2020) — 2.0 TFSI EA888 Gen3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudi A3 8V (2013–2020) — 1.8 \/ 2.0 TFSI EA888 Gen3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudi TT 8V (2015–2021) — 2.0 TFSI EA888 Gen3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudi TTS 8V (2015–2021) — 2.0 TFSI EA888 Gen3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e MQB EA888 Gen3 turbo inlet fits Golf GTI\/R MK7, A3\/S3\/TT\/TTS 8V (CTS, Forge, IE confirmed). Verify your specific model, year and drivetrain before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminium turbo inlet assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied installation hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: 6061 Aluminium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngine: EA888 Gen3 IS38\/IS20\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment: OEM direct replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDelivery \u0026amp; Support\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYour order is carefully inspected before dispatch and backed by VCTR Performance support. For product availability, shipping estimates or fitment assistance, contact our team.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VCTR Performance","offers":[{"title":"VCTR Performance","offer_id":52080740729152,"sku":"200329261:-1#Black","price":172.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/1152\/0064\/files\/ChatGPTImageMay20_2026_11_05_02PM.png?v=1779282599","url":"https:\/\/shop.vctrperformance.com\/products\/is38-turbo-inlet-for-mk7-golf-gti-r-a3-s3-8v-seat-leon-cupra-280-skoda-octavia-2-0-tsi-ea888-mqb-1","provider":"VCTR","version":"1.0","type":"link"}