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do88 Performance Intercooler - VW / Audi / Seat / Skoda (2.0T FSI)

Upgrade your vehicle's cooling capacity with the do88 Performance Intercooler, arguably the best option on the market for the 2.0T FSI platform. Designed as a direct replacement for the OEM unit, this intercooler delivers true performance gains without the need to rebuild your entire car.

While the OEM intercooler is designed for standard power levels, it often struggles with heat soak under hard use or increased boost. The do88 alternative features all-aluminium construction with CAD-designed, flow-optimized cast end tanks to ensure maximum cooling efficiency and reliability.

Significant Performance Gains

Compared to the original OEM intercooler, the do88 version offers massive improvements:

• Huge Core Volume: 13,342 cm³ vs OEM 7,676 cm³ — a 74% increase!
• Superior Airflow: Flows 448 CFM @ 0.15bar drop vs OEM 335 CFM — a 34% increase!
• Lower Temperatures: Post-intercooler air temperature is 8°C lower than stock under the same conditions (29°C vs 37°C).

Why Stock Location?

A common misconception is that a Front Mounted Intercooler (FMIC) is always superior. However, most FMIC installations for this platform are limited by the bumper beam, forcing the use of a core with a small front surface area. This often results in cooling capacity that is actually worse than the OEM intercooler.

The do88 performance intercooler utilizes the stock location but maximizes the available space, providing a surface area and core volume far superior to typical FMIC setups.

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Fits Models

OE Reference Numbers

Replaces the following OEM part numbers:

• 1K0 145 803 A
• 1K0 145 803 S
• 1K0 145 803 T
• 3C0 145 805 R