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Intake
Air Intake System w/ Heat Shield
MAPerformance
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Cost range
$250 - $370
Tracked current price
$349.99 · Raw Stainless variant · via MAPerformance · checked 4/20/2026, 5:25:55 PM
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Visit manufacturer pageThe MAPerformance Air Intake System with Heat Shield is a strong first-step airflow mod for the VB WRX because it combines a full 3.0-inch stainless intake path, built-in velocity stack, high-flow filter, and included heat shield into one complete package. It is aimed at owners who want improved induction sound, stronger spool character, and a cleaner engine bay without piecing together separate intake components.
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Because the heat shield is already part of the intake package, this works well as a complete first-step intake solution rather than needing a separate shielding add-on immediately.
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MAPerformance describes this intake as using 3.0-inch 304 stainless tubing, a built-in velocity stack, a high-flow filter, and an included heat shield to optimize airflow and spool.
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