Racingline High-Flow Panel Air Filter – Audi TT RS (8S) & RS3 (8V)
Help your Audi TT RS or RS3 breathe more freely with the Racingline High-Flow Panel Air Filter. This is a direct replacement for the standard paper filter that sits in your factory airbox, designed to reduce airflow restriction and let your 2.5 TFSI five-cylinder engine work more efficiently.
The OEM paper filter is known to be a bottleneck on these high-performance engines. Swapping it for the Racingline filter is one of the simplest upgrades you can make: it doesn’t require any modifications, doesn’t affect your factory warranty, and takes only a few minutes to fit.
What the Trifoam® Filter Does
Racingline’s filter uses a unique three-layer foam construction, known as Trifoam®. Each layer has a different density, working together to trap dust and dirt particles while still allowing significantly more air through than a standard paper element. The result is better filtration and less restriction, which is exactly what a turbocharged engine wants.
More airflow means your engine and turbo work less hard to draw in the air they need. On the road, this translates into a small but genuine improvement in mid-range response and, in many cases, slightly better fuel economy when driven sensibly.
Key Benefits
- Trifoam® technology: three layers of foam for the right balance of filtration and flow
- Direct replacement: drops straight into the factory airbox with no modifications
- Warranty-friendly: no impact on your Audi manufacturer warranty
- Reusable for life: simply clean, re-oil and refit rather than throwing it away
- Hand-made in the UK: built to consistent quality standards by Racingline
Reusable and Built to Last
Unlike a disposable paper filter, the Racingline panel filter is designed to be washed, re-oiled and refitted as part of your regular servicing. A standard air filter cleaning and oiling kit is all you need to keep it performing as intended for the life of the car.
Vehicle Fitment
This filter is designed specifically for the 2.5 TFSI five-cylinder engine fitted to the Audi TT RS (8S) and Audi RS3 (8V/8V.2). Please use the vehicle lookup tool on the Racingline Shop or check the Vehicle Fitment tab to confirm compatibility with your specific car before ordering.
Realistic Expectations
A panel filter upgrade is a sensible first step rather than a headline power modification. On its own, expect a modest improvement in throttle response and breathing rather than a large jump in peak power. It works particularly well as part of a wider intake or software setup, where reduced restriction allows other upgrades to perform at their best.
As an authorised UK retailer of Racingline Performance, we supply only genuine Racingline products, manufactured and tested to the brand’s own standards.
Applications
Please note, customers are wholly responsible for checking fitment for their vehicle.
| Vehicle | Chassis | Years | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|
| AudiA3 SaloonRacingLine Confirmed Fitment; 400hp; Petrol; Saloon; 2480cc; Source: A3 Saloon (8VS, 8VM) RS3 quattro (DAZA/DNWA) / Petrol 2480cc | Saloon | 2017 - 2020 | 8VS, 8VM | 2017–2020 | RS3 quattro (DAZA/DNWA) · 2.48L |
| AudiA3 SaloonRacingLine Confirmed Fitment; 400hp; Petrol; Saloon; 2480cc; Source: A3 Saloon (8YS, 8YM) RS3 TFSI quattro (DNWC/DXHB) / Petrol 2480cc | Saloon | 2021 - 2023 | 8YS, 8YM | 2021–2023 | RS3 TFSI quattro (DNWC/DXHB) · 2.48L |
| AudiA3 SaloonRacingLine Confirmed Fitment; 407hp; Petrol; Saloon; 2480cc; Source: A3 Saloon (8YS, 8YM) RS3 TFSI quattro (DNWD/DXHA) / Petrol 2480cc | Saloon | 2022 - 2023 | 8YS, 8YM | 2022–2023 | RS3 TFSI quattro (DNWD/DXHA) · 2.48L |
| AudiA3 SportbackRacingLine Confirmed Fitment; 367hp; Petrol; Hatchback; 2480cc; Source: A3 Sportback (8VA, 8VF) RS3 quattro (CZGB) / Petrol 2480cc | Hatchback | 2015 - 2016 | 8VA, 8VF | 2015–2016 | RS3 quattro (CZGB) · 2.48L |
| AudiA3 SportbackRacingLine Confirmed Fitment; 400hp; Petrol; Hatchback; 2480cc; Source: A3 Sportback (8VA, 8VF) RS3 quattro (DAZA/DNWA) / Petrol 2480cc | Hatchback | 2017 - 2020 | 8VA, 8VF | 2017–2020 | RS3 quattro (DAZA/DNWA) · 2.48L |
| AudiA3 SportbackRacingLine Confirmed Fitment; 400hp; Petrol; Hatchback; 2480cc; Source: A3 Sportback (8YA, 8YF) RS3 TFSI quattro (DNWC/DXHB) / Petrol 2480cc | Hatchback | 2021 - 2023 | 8YA, 8YF | 2021–2023 | RS3 TFSI quattro (DNWC/DXHB) · 2.48L |
| AudiA3 SportbackRacingLine Confirmed Fitment; 407hp; Petrol; Hatchback; 2480cc; Source: A3 Sportback (8YA, 8YF) RS3 TFSI quattro (DNWD) / Petrol 2480cc | Hatchback | 2022 - 2023 | 8YA, 8YF | 2022–2023 | RS3 TFSI quattro (DNWD) · 2.48L |
| AudiQ3RacingLine Confirmed Fitment; 400hp; Petrol; SUV; 2480cc; Source: Q3 (F3B) 2.5 RS TFSI quattro (DAZA/DNWA) / Petrol 2480cc | SUV | 2019 - 2023 | F3B | 2019–2023 | 2.5 RS TFSI quattro (DAZA/DNWA) |
| AudiQ3 SportbackRacingLine Confirmed Fitment; 400hp; Petrol; SUV; 2480cc; Source: Q3 Sportback (F3N) 2.5 RS TFSI quattro (DAZA/DNWA) / Petrol 2480cc | SUV | 2019 - 2023 | F3N | 2019–2023 | 2.5 RS TFSI quattro (DAZA/DNWA) |
| AudiTTRacingLine Confirmed Fitment; 400hp; Petrol; Coupe; 2480cc; Source: TT (FV3, FVP) 2.5 RS TFSI quattro (DAZA/DNWA) / Petrol 2480cc | Coupe | 2016 - 2023 | FV3, FVP | 2016–2023 | 2.5 RS TFSI quattro (DAZA/DNWA) |
| AudiTT RoadsterRacingLine Confirmed Fitment; 400hp; Petrol; Convertible; 2480cc; Source: TT Roadster (FV9, FVR) 2.5 RS TFSI quattro (DAZA/DNWA) / Petrol 2480cc | Convertible | 2016 - 2023 | FV9, FVR | 2016–2023 | 2.5 RS TFSI quattro (DAZA/DNWA) |
| CUPRAFormentorRacingLine Confirmed Fitment; 390hp; Petrol; SUV; 2480cc; Source: FORMENTOR (KM7, KMP) 2.5 VZ5 4Drive (DNWB) / Petrol 2480cc | SUV | 2021 - 2023 | KM7, KMP | 2021–2023 | 2.5 VZ5 4Drive (DNWB) |
| SkodaKodiaq IRacingLine Confirmed Fitment; 239hp; Diesel; SUV; 1968cc; Source: KODIAQ I (NS6, NS7, NV7) 2.0 RS Bi-TDI 4x4 (CUAA) / Diesel 1968cc | SUV | 2018 - 2023 | NS6, NS7, NV7 | 2018–2023 | 2.0 RS Bi-TDI 4x4 (CUAA) |
| VolkswagenArteonRacingLine Confirmed Fitment; 190hp; Diesel; Hatchback; 1968cc; Source: ARTEON (3H7, 3H8) 2.0 TDI (DFHA) / Diesel 1968cc | Hatchback | 2017 - 2020 | 3H7, 3H8 | 2017–2020 | 2.0 TDI (DFHA) |
| VolkswagenArteonRacingLine Confirmed Fitment; 240hp; Diesel; Hatchback; 1968cc; Source: ARTEON (3H7, 3H8) 2.0 TDI 4motion (CUAA) / Diesel 1968cc | Hatchback | 2017 - 2020 | 3H7, 3H8 | 2017–2020 | 2.0 TDI 4motion (CUAA) |
| VolkswagenArteonRacingLine Confirmed Fitment; 190hp; Diesel; Hatchback; 1968cc; Source: ARTEON (3H7, 3H8) 2.0 TDI 4motion (DFHA) / Diesel 1968cc | Hatchback | 2017 - 2020 | 3H7, 3H8 | 2017–2020 | 2.0 TDI 4motion (DFHA) |
| VolkswagenArteon Shooting BrakeRacingLine Confirmed Fitment; 190hp; Diesel; Estate; 1968cc; Source: ARTEON SHOOTING BRAKE (3H9) 2.0 TDI (DFHA) / Diesel 1968cc | Estate | 2020 - 2023 | 3H9 | 2020–2023 | 2.0 TDI (DFHA) |
| VolkswagenArteon Shooting BrakeRacingLine Confirmed Fitment; 190hp; Diesel; Estate; 1968cc; Source: ARTEON SHOOTING BRAKE (3H9) 2.0 TDI 4motion (DFHA) / Diesel 1968cc | Estate | 2020 - 2023 | 3H9 | 2020–2023 | 2.0 TDI 4motion (DFHA) |
| VolkswagenPASSAT ALLTRACK B8 EstateRacingLine Confirmed Fitment; 240hp; Diesel; Estate; 1968cc; Source: PASSAT ALLTRACK B8 Estate (3G5, CB5) 2.0 TDI 4motion (CUAA) / Diesel 1968cc | Estate | 2015 - 2023 | 3G5, CB5 | 2015–2023 | 2.0 TDI 4motion (CUAA) |
| VolkswagenPassat B8RacingLine Confirmed Fitment; 240hp; Diesel; Saloon; 1968cc; Source: PASSAT B8 (3G2, CB2) 2.0 TDI 4motion (CUAA) / Diesel 1968cc | Saloon | 2014 - 2023 | 3G2, CB2 | 2014–2023 | 2.0 TDI 4motion (CUAA) |
| VolkswagenPASSAT B8 EstateRacingLine Confirmed Fitment; 240hp; Diesel; Estate; 1968cc; Source: PASSAT B8 Estate (3G5, CB5) 2.0 TDI 4motion (CUAA) / Diesel 1968cc | Estate | 2014 - 2023 | 3G5, CB5 | 2014–2023 | 2.0 TDI 4motion (CUAA) |
| VolkswagenTiguanRacingLine Confirmed Fitment; 240hp; Diesel; SUV; 1968cc; Source: TIGUAN (AD1, AX1) 2.0 TDI 4motion (CUAA) / Diesel 1968cc | SUV | 2016 - 2020 | AD1, AX1 | 2016–2020 | 2.0 TDI 4motion (CUAA) |
| VolkswagenTiguan AllspaceRacingLine Confirmed Fitment; 240hp; Diesel; SUV; 1968cc; Source: TIGUAN ALLSPACE (BW2, BJ2) 2.0 TDI 4motion (CUAA) / Diesel 1968cc | SUV | 2017 - 2020 | BW2, BJ2 | 2017–2020 | 2.0 TDI 4motion (CUAA) |