Will the HPS Cold Air Intake Kit for Acura RDX models fit an SH-AWD?

Yes. HPS lists part number 827-729 for every 2019-2026 Acura RDX 2.0L Turbo, naming the Base, Tech, A-Spec, Advance, PMC Edition and SH-AWD versions. Earlier RDX generations are not on the HPS application list, so this kit is for the third-generation RDX only.

Will the RDX sound different with this intake?

Yes. HPS states that the kit enhances induction sound during acceleration. The steel heat shield uses a patterned design so turbo spool can be heard under hard acceleration while the shield still does its job. Owners who prefer a quiet cabin should weigh that before ordering.

What comes in the box?

The HPS Cold Air Intake Kit for Acura RDX owners includes the 3.25 inch aluminum intake tube, the powder coated steel heat shield, a washable and reusable HPS filter, reinforced silicone hoses, stainless steel embossed clamps and the mounting hardware needed to install it.

Is the air filter reusable?

Yes. HPS replaces the stock filter and filter housing with a high-flow cotton filter that is washable and reusable. Cleaning it on a regular schedule keeps airflow up, and it saves buying disposable replacement filters for the life of the RDX.

How difficult is installation?

HPS describes it as an easy bolt-on that needs only basic hand tools and no additional modification. The stock intake, filter and housing come out, and the HPS tube, heat shield, filter and couplers go in with the supplied clamps and hardware, so a careful owner can do it at home.

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HPS Cold Air Intake Kit for Acura RDX 2.0L Turbo

HPS’s Cold Air Intake Kit for Acura RDX 2.0L Turbo takes out the factory filter housing on the 2019-2026 RDX and fits a 3.25 inch mandrel-bent aluminum tube with a reusable high-flow cotton filter. On the HPS dyno the K20C4 gained 9 whp and 9 ft-lb of torque. An enclosed powder coated steel shield directs fresh air to the filter, and its pattern lets the turbo be heard under load. It suits an RDX owner who wants sharper response and some audible character.

Design and Performance

Nine wheel horsepower is a modest gain on a crossover of this size, so the case for this kit is response and sound as much as power. The enclosed shield matters most: it keeps the cotton filter fed with fresh air instead of engine heat, and its pattern is deliberate, letting turbo noise through. An owner who values a hushed cabin will be happier with the stock box.

Features

Mandrel-bent aircraft grade aluminum tube replaces the restrictive factory intake
Reusable high-flow cotton filter in place of the stock filter and housing
Enclosed powder coated steel heat shield directs fresh air to the filter
Patterned shield lets turbo spool through under hard acceleration
High-temperature reinforced silicone couplers and 100% stainless steel embossed clamps
Offered polished or in black, red or blue

Specifications

Intake tube size: 3.25 inch
Dyno horsepower gain: 9 whp
Dyno torque gain: 9 ft-lb
Weight: 11 lb
Shipping box: 24 x 12 x 12 in
Warranty: 2 years
HPS part number: 827-729

What’s Included

Aircraft grade aluminum intake tube
Powder coated steel heat shield
Washable and reusable HPS air filter
High-temperature reinforced silicone hoses and stainless steel embossed clamps
Mounting hardware

Applications

Acura RDX: TC1, TC2 | 2019-2026 | 2.0L I4 Turbo K20C4

Notes

Sold as one complete Cold Air Intake Kit for Acura RDX models, filter and heat shield included
HPS product highlights quote gains of up to 9 horsepower; its product information lists 9 whp at the wheels, the figure used here

Frequently Asked Questions

Will the HPS Cold Air Intake Kit for Acura RDX models fit an SH-AWD? Yes. HPS lists part number 827-729 for every 2019-2026 Acura RDX 2.0L Turbo, naming the Base, Tech, A-Spec, Advance, PMC Edition and SH-AWD versions. Earlier RDX generations are not on the HPS application list, so this kit is for the third-generation RDX only.
Will the RDX sound different with this intake? Yes. HPS states that the kit enhances induction sound during acceleration. The steel heat shield uses a patterned design so turbo spool can be heard under hard acceleration while the shield still does its job. Owners who prefer a quiet cabin should weigh that before ordering.
What comes in the box? The HPS Cold Air Intake Kit for Acura RDX owners includes the 3.25 inch aluminum intake tube, the powder coated steel heat shield, a washable and reusable HPS filter, reinforced silicone hoses, stainless steel embossed clamps and the mounting hardware needed to install it.
Is the air filter reusable? Yes. HPS replaces the stock filter and filter housing with a high-flow cotton filter that is washable and reusable. Cleaning it on a regular schedule keeps airflow up, and it saves buying disposable replacement filters for the life of the RDX.
How difficult is installation? HPS describes it as an easy bolt-on that needs only basic hand tools and no additional modification. The stock intake, filter and housing come out, and the HPS tube, heat shield, filter and couplers go in with the supplied clamps and hardware, so a careful owner can do it at home.

About HPS Performance

HPS Performance is a California manufacturer based in Irwindale, with more than 5,000 parts in metric and standard sizes, from reinforced silicone hoses and stainless steel clamps to aluminum intake tubing and complete air intake kits. Its multi-ply hoses are built to the SAE J20 coolant hose standard, and new kits are developed with SolidWorks CAD modelling, 3D scanning, CNC machining and dyno testing. HPS lists a two-year warranty on its intake and hose kits.

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