CTS Turbo 8V/8Y RS3 2.5T EVO Race Intercooler

Maximize cooling performance and unlock the full power potential of your 8V or 8Y Audi RS3 2.5T EVO with the CTS Turbo RACE Fit Front Mount Intercooler (FMIC), now available in a sleek and durable black finish. Engineered specifically for high-boost and high-horsepower builds, this FMIC is a significant upgrade over the restrictive OEM unit, which is prone to heat soak and power loss under demanding conditions. Whether your RS3 is stock or heavily tuned, this intercooler provides drastically lower intake air temperatures, resulting in improved throttle response, increased horsepower, and more consistent performance.

With a massive 1,443 in³ bar-and-plate core—nearly triple the volume of the stock intercooler—and smooth-flowing cast aluminum end tanks, the CTS RACE FMIC is pressure-tested up to 50psi and rated for power levels exceeding 1000HP. It features internal air-directing fins for optimal flow and minimal pressure drop, ensuring efficient boost delivery under all conditions. Designed using advanced 3D scanning for precise fitment, the intercooler installs using factory connections, though trimming of the plastic radiator support is required on both 8V and 8Y RS3 models. The 8V model also requires removal of the OEM crash bar. This is the ultimate intercooler solution for RS3 owners demanding race-level performance without compromise.