{"product_id":"turbo-inlet-hose-for-mk8-golf-gti-r-a3-s3-8v-22-rhd-1","title":"VCTR Performance VW Golf GTI\/Golf R MK8 Turbo Inlet Upgrade","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe MK8 GTI and Golf R run a factory turbo inlet that introduces restriction and turbulence before the EA888 Gen4 compressor wheel. This replacement inlet provides a smoother, more direct path to the turbocharger — improving how efficiently the compressor draws air under boost demand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Upgrade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced restriction at the EA888 Gen4 compressor inlet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmoother airflow path reduces turbulence before the compressor wheel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproved turbo response at the boost threshold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement for the factory turbo inlet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eEngineering Focus\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned for the EA888 Gen4 in both MK8 GTI and Golf R applications. The inlet provides a rigid, smooth-bore alternative to the factory unit, matched to the compressor inlet diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompatible with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVW Golf R MK8 (2021+) — 2.0 TSI EA888 Gen4 MQB Evo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVW Golf GTI MK8 (2021+) — 2.0 TSI EA888 Gen4 MQB Evo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudi S3 8Y (2021+) — 2.0 TFSI EA888 Gen4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudi A3 8Y (2021+) — 1.4 \/ 2.0 TFSI EA888 Gen4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e MQB Evo turbo inlet fits Golf GTI\/R MK8, Audi A3\/S3 8Y (CTS, Forge 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\u003eTurbo 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: Aluminium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngine: EA888 Gen4 2.0T\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Black\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":52080742236480,"sku":"200329261:-1#RHD","price":229.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/1152\/0064\/files\/ChatGPTImageMay24_2026_01_33_35PM.png?v=1779593633","url":"https:\/\/shop.vctrperformance.com\/products\/turbo-inlet-hose-for-mk8-golf-gti-r-a3-s3-8v-22-rhd-1","provider":"VCTR","version":"1.0","type":"link"}