Presenting the AWE Tuning Audi 2.7T Performance Intercooler Kit. Cast
End Tanks. Carbon Fiber Shrouds. Backed by AWE Tuning R&D. If
you're serious about consistent and proven power, read on.
Why we developed this kit
The stock 2.7T intercoolers become a power handicap at high boost
levels, which is not surprising considering that the stock 2.7T boost
level is just 8-9 psi. Every performance software on the market, let
alone an upgraded turbo kit, runs almost double this boost level. This
results in tangible power losses, especially when outside temperatures
rise.
When investigating intercoolers, ask for data that demonstrates how
the kit will perform at 20psi boost levels, which is the norm for most
current 2.7T turbo kits. If you are running less boost than this, then
you can rest assured that there is sufficient headroom in the design
should you decide to upgrade turbos one day.
About the AWE Tuning Audi 2.7T Performance Intercooler Kit
The tested AWE Tuning Audi 2.7T Performance Intercooler Kit design
uses a closely stacked bar and plate type core, to minimize pressure
drops while maximizing heat transfer. Our design target was to exceed
the cooling and flow capabilities of Audi RS4 intercoolers -- and
through this proven design, we have accomplished this (See detailed test
results in the Performance Specs tab). In summary, the AWE Tuning Audi
2.7T Performance Intercooler equals the RS4 intercooler flow rates, and
definitively conquers the RS4 intercooler temperature drops.
Tested. Hard.
The construction of the AWE Tuning Audi 2.7T Performance Intercooler
Kit is of the highest quality - Efficient cast end tanks are used to
ensure maximum flow, and each intercooler assembly is pressure checked
before it leaves our manufacturing facility. And in 2012, AWE Tuning
introduced carbon fiber shrouds to the mix, producing a lighter, and
more aesthetically appealing kit as well.
The bulk of our side mount intercooler testing was conducted on S4s
with the AWE Tuning RSK04 kit installed. This is important to consider,
given that as boost rises, so will boost drop due to core restriction.
Thus, an intercooler can perform well at relatively low boost levels,
but can begin to perform worse than stock if the boost drop is high
enough to negate any gains seen from temperature drops.
Fitment
Not only did we want the AWE Tuning Audi 2.7T Performance Intercooler
Kit to be clearly superior to the RS4 unit performance, but we also
wanted to take the opportunity to design a kit that required very little
modification to the US spec Audi 2.7T models during fitment. The RS4
intercooler units are made to fit the Europe only RS4, and mating them
to a US spec 2.7T model requires significant cutting of both the
intercoolers and the vehicle itself. Our design can be fitted in less
than half the time of the typical RS4 kit. This means paying less for
labor charges.
Since RS4 units were never intended to be used on the US S4 chassis,
extensive modifying or tweaking of the areas around the intercoolers is
needed to force fitment. The AWE Tuning Audi 2.7T Performance
Intercooler Kit was designed and built to fit the US S4 chassis,
resulting in a much better, cleaner fit with very little modification
required.
Some key fitment detail differences between the AWE Tuning Audi 2.7T Performance Intercooler Kit and the RS4 "kits:"
- 100% coverage of the core face with AWE Tuning Carbon Fiber air
ducts. RS4 kits leave gaps around face that lets cooling air
escape
- No modification needed to the engine belly tray with our design
- Cores are secure and supported
- No modification or cutting of bumper required
Options
The AWE Tuning Audi 2.7T Performance Intercooler Kit comes complete
with two AWE Tuning Performance Intercoolers, AWE Tuning carbon fiber
shrouds (air ducts) and a detailed installation manual. No specialty
tools are required for install.
The AWE Tuning carbon fiber shrouds are also available independently,
should you already have the AWE Tuning Audi 2.7T Performance
Intercooler Set and like to upgrade your shrouds to carbon fiber.
Questions? Audi performance specialists are standing by at 1.888.565.2257, 215.658.1670 or [email protected].
Please note, the AWE Tuning Audi 2.7T Performance Intercooler Kit is for racing use only.
** NOTE: In order to fit A6 or allroad models, minimal trimming of the bumper and shrouds is necessary.