COBB Redline Carbon Fiber Intake | MK8 GTI 2.0T (22-24)
COBB Redline Carbon Fiber Intake | MK8 GTI 2.0T (22-24)
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Overview
The intake you open the hood to show off.
COBB's Redline intake replaces the factory airbox with a fully enclosed, hand-laid carbon housing and a direct path to the turbo. It flows better, sounds better, and it's CARB-approved for all 50 states.
Construction
Real carbon, all the way through.
The airbox is multiple layers of hand-laid 2x2 twill carbon — not a carbon skin over plastic. A high-gloss clear coat resists heat and UV fade, and a black Redline badge sits on the front duct.
Airflow
Big filter, velocity stack, clean path.
Air passes through one of COBB's largest oiled filters, into a velocity stack, and straight into a wire-reinforced silicone turbo inlet — smooth, uninterrupted, and far less restrictive than the factory box.
Details
Hidden ports, blacked-out hardware.
The turbo inlet hides the air-pump and vacuum ports, clamps are black anodized, and a bespoke coolant recirculation hose with a check valve tucks the line out of sight while stopping backflow from the turbo.
Legal
50-state legal, CARB EO'd.
Carries California Air Resources Board Executive Orders D-660-132, D-660-136 and D-660-284 — legal for sale and use on emissions-controlled vehicles in every state.
Fitment
Will it fit?
Built specifically for the US-market MK8 GTI. The Golf R and MK7 have their own COBB intakes.
By vehicle
VW GTI — MK82022–2024 · 2.0T evo4 · USDMDirect Fit
| Years | 2022, 2023, 2024 |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual and 7-speed DSG |
| Also needed | Hood strut kit |
These are the model years COBB confirms.
VW GTI — MK8.52025+ · 2.0T evo4Send VIN
Some retailers list this intake for the MK8.5, but COBB's confirmed applications currently stop at 2024. Send us your VIN and we'll confirm before you order.
VW Golf R — MK82022+Different Kit
The Golf R uses a separate COBB Redline intake. Ask us and we'll get you the right one.
VW GTI / Golf R — MK7 / MK7.52015–2021 · EA888 Gen 3Different Kit
The MK7 platform takes COBB's 7A1100 Redline intake.
In The BoxWhat's included.
| Item | Supplied |
|---|---|
| Carbon fiber airbox with integrated intake duct and Redline badge | Yes |
| Oiled air filter and velocity stack | Yes |
| Wire-reinforced silicone turbo inlet | Yes |
| Black anodized clamps, brackets and hardware | Yes |
| Coolant recirculation hose with check valve | Yes |
| Hood strut kit | Not included — required |
InstallBrackets on, drop it in.
Fit hood struts first
Remove the factory hood prop and install hood struts — the intake occupies the space where the prop rod sits.
Remove the factory airbox
Unclip the stock intake, airbox and turbo inlet.
Install the supplied brackets
Follow COBB's instructions to fit the mounting brackets.
Drop in the assembly
The Redline sets into place in a few minutes. Connect the turbo inlet, coolant recirc line and clamps, then check everything is secure.
COBB publish full installation instructions.
SpecificationThe details.
Carbon parts are hand-laid — slight weave variations are normal. CARB EOs: D-660-132, D-660-136, D-660-284.
FAQQuestions, answered.
Why do I need hood struts?
The Redline occupies the space where the factory hood prop rod is stowed, so the prop has to come out. Hood struts hold the hood up instead. They aren't included — ask us and we'll add a set to your order.
Is it legal in California?
Yes. It carries CARB Executive Orders, so it's legal for sale and use on emissions-controlled vehicles in all 50 states when installed per COBB's application guide.
Do I need a tune?
No, it runs on the factory calibration. If you're tuned, check with your tuner whether they have an intake-specific map.
Will it fit my 2025 GTI?
COBB's confirmed fitment currently runs through 2024. Send us your VIN and we'll check before you order.
Why does my weave look slightly different from the photos?
Every airbox is hand-laid, so small weave variations are normal and part of real carbon construction.
What's the return policy?
Uninstalled and in original packaging, returns fall under our standard refund policy. Get in touch before sending anything back.
Pop the hood
COBB Redline Carbon Intake
MK8 GTI 2022–2024 · Hand-laid carbon · 50-state legal