Intake kits are a popular modification that increases airflow to the engine.
Before choosing a specific kit, it’s worth paying attention to:
- Build quality and materials used
- Installation method
- User reviews and workshop experiences
- Availability of replacement parts (especially filters)
- Maintenance requirements (filter cleaning/replacement frequency)
Intake kits available on the market for VW Polo 6R/6C typically consist of a cone filter placed in a dedicated housing or heat shield. These sets usually also include a modified air guide, intake pipe, and necessary mounting elements such as silicone and hose clamps.
When modifying the intake system, you need to consider the high temperatures in the engine bay. If we don’t provide adequate spacing or heat shielding, foam filters can become damaged under high temperature and simply start melting.
In upcoming posts, I will examine the most popular kits available for different engine versions, comparing their design and prices. I will also present the strengths and weaknesses of various solutions.
- Modifications of Factory Air Guide in VW Polo 6R/6C – Solutions Overview
- Air Intake Systems for Polo 6R GTI 1.4 TSI EA111 – Available Options Overview
- Air Intake Systems for Polo 6R and 6C 1.2/1.4 TSI EA211
- Intake Systems for Polo 6C GTI 1.8 TSI EA888
- Intake Systems for Polo 6R R WRC Street 2.0 TSI EA113
- Polo 6R/6C – Air Intake Modification for Cone Filter
- Air Baffle in VW Polo 6R/6C Bumper
- Custom headlight/fog light air intake for Polo 6R/6C
Finally, it’s worth mentioning that intercooler efficiency decreases at higher temperatures, which further increases the importance of effective intake. When increasing power in any TSI, we should start with changing the IC.
