Does the APR Carbon Fiber Intake for C8 A6 need a tune?

No. APR states that no new tuning is needed for the Carbon Fiber Intake for C8 A6, A6 allroad and A7. It bolts on with the supplied nuts, bolts and clamps, and APR measured 19 horsepower and 17 lb-ft at the wheels with the system fitted.

Why is the APR A6 airbox open on the bottom?

The factory airbox on the C8 3.0 TFSI is tiny and leaves almost no room for a larger filter. APR designed its carbon housing as a heat shield that opens on the bottom and side, which makes room for a 7 x 7 inch filter and maximizes airflow while still keeping engine bay heat away.

Does the APR intake fit the four-cylinder A6?

No. APR lists this system for the 3.0 TFSI V6 in the C8 A6, A6 allroad and A7 Sportback only. Four-cylinder 2.0 TFSI models use a different engine and intake layout and are not covered by this kit. Check the engine before ordering.

Is the APR A6 and A7 intake filter washable?

Yes. The 7 x 7 inch filter uses washable pleated cotton gauze with a 5.5 inch frontal inlet and a 4 inch outlet. It can be cleaned for an extended life or replaced easily, and its large surface area keeps it breathing freely between services.

Will the APR intake make the A7 louder?

A little, in a pleasant way. The open carbon airbox adds a fuller induction note as the turbocharger spools, but APR designed it to stay refined rather than overbearing, which suits the character of the A6, A6 allroad and A7 Sportback.

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APR Carbon Fiber Intake for C8 Audi A6, A6 allroad and A7

APR’s Carbon Fiber Intake for C8 Audi A6, A6 allroad and A7 frees the 3.0 TFSI V6 from a factory airbox so small it leaves almost no room for a better filter. APR’s carbon fiber housing works as a heat shield while opening on the bottom and side to fit a 7 x 7 inch filter, and a one-piece carbon pipe runs at full size from the filter to the turbocharger. The system flows 45 percent more than stock at 28 inches of water and APR measured 19 horsepower and 17 lb-ft at the wheels. It is a well-judged upgrade for the executive sedan, Sportback or allroad owner who wants more response without drawing attention.

Design and Performance

Carbon fiber lets APR keep the tube walls thin, maximizing internal diameter and allowing the organic shapes needed to clear the engine bay. The open airbox keeps intake temperatures down while adding a fuller but never overbearing induction note, and a billet turbo inlet adapter can be swapped for a larger one if the turbocharger is upgraded later.

Features

Full system replacing the inlet, airbox, filter and turbo inlet piping
Carbon fiber heat-shield airbox open on the bottom and side
One-piece carbon fiber inlet pipe from the filter to the turbocharger
Washable pleated cotton gauze filter
Billet turbo inlet adapter for future turbo upgrades
No new tuning required

Specifications

Flow increase: 45 percent over stock at 28 inches of water
Measured gain: +19 whp and +17 lb-ft at the wheels
Filter size: 7 x 7 inch
Filter frontal inlet: 5.5 inch
Filter outlet: 4 inch

Applications

Audi A6: C8 | 2019-2025 | 3.0L V6 TFSI
Audi A6 allroad: C8 | 2020-present | 3.0L V6 TFSI
Audi A7: C8 | 2019-2025 | 3.0L V6 TFSI (Sportback)

Notes

The Carbon Fiber Intake for C8 A6 and A7 fits the 3.0 TFSI V6 models only; 2.0 TFSI four-cylinder cars are not covered
The APR Carbon Fiber Engine Cover for the EA839 V6 is sold separately

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the APR Carbon Fiber Intake for C8 A6 need a tune? No. APR states that no new tuning is needed for the Carbon Fiber Intake for C8 A6, A6 allroad and A7. It bolts on with the supplied nuts, bolts and clamps, and APR measured 19 horsepower and 17 lb-ft at the wheels with the system fitted.
Why is the APR A6 airbox open on the bottom? The factory airbox on the C8 3.0 TFSI is tiny and leaves almost no room for a larger filter. APR designed its carbon housing as a heat shield that opens on the bottom and side, which makes room for a 7 x 7 inch filter and maximizes airflow while still keeping engine bay heat away.
Does the APR intake fit the four-cylinder A6? No. APR lists this system for the 3.0 TFSI V6 in the C8 A6, A6 allroad and A7 Sportback only. Four-cylinder 2.0 TFSI models use a different engine and intake layout and are not covered by this kit. Check the engine before ordering.
Is the APR A6 and A7 intake filter washable? Yes. The 7 x 7 inch filter uses washable pleated cotton gauze with a 5.5 inch frontal inlet and a 4 inch outlet. It can be cleaned for an extended life or replaced easily, and its large surface area keeps it breathing freely between services.
Will the APR intake make the A7 louder? A little, in a pleasant way. The open carbon airbox adds a fuller induction note as the turbocharger spools, but APR designed it to stay refined rather than overbearing, which suits the character of the A6, A6 allroad and A7 Sportback.

About APR Tuning

APR was founded in 1997 and develops performance hardware, software and calibrations for Volkswagen, Audi, SEAT, Skoda and Porsche vehicles, from intakes, intercoolers and turbocharger systems to exhausts, brakes and suspension. It designs and manufactures from an 80,000 square foot headquarters in Opelika, Alabama, which it shares with Dinan as part of Holley Performance Brands, and delivers its software worldwide through a 24-hour automated system run from the same site.

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APR Carbon Fiber Intake for C8 Audi A6, A6 allroad and A7 [CI100048]

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