Mercedes Benz W177/C118, A35/CLA35 Carbon Fibre Performance Air Intake

Take the restriction out of the M260's airbox with this Carbon Fibre Performance Air Intake for the Mercedes-AMG A35 and CLA35 - a complete enclosed carbon airbox, carbon inlet tube and high-flow cone filter, finished to sit on display in the engine bay.

The factory A35 airbox is built for noise regulations first and airflow second. This kit replaces it with a full carbon fibre enclosure that keeps hot engine bay air out while feeding the turbocharger through a smooth, oversized inlet path. The result is cooler, denser intake air, less restriction under boost, and a far more audible turbo.

The enclosure matters as much as the filter. An open cone filter sitting in the engine bay draws heat-soaked air and loses much of what it gains; a sealed carbon box keeps the filter fed from the cold-air duct instead.

Manufactured from genuine carbon fibre with a gloss twill finish, and supplied complete with the airbox, inlet tube, filter and all fitting hardware.

Key Features

Fully Enclosed Carbon Fibre Airbox

Seals the filter away from engine bay heat and feeds it from the factory cold-air duct, so the intake temperature drop is real rather than theoretical.

Oversized Carbon Inlet Tube

A smooth, larger-bore path from the airbox to the turbocharger, replacing the corrugated factory tube and the restriction that comes with it.

High-Flow Cone Filter

A large, washable and reusable filter element, sized to keep flow up over the life of the kit rather than needing replacement each service.

Genuine Carbon Fibre Construction

Gloss twill carbon throughout, which is lighter than the factory plastic airbox and insulates against radiated heat far better.

Audible Turbo Induction

A noticeably sharper induction note, with more audible spool and diverter valve action under acceleration.

Direct Bolt-On Fitment

Uses the factory mounting points and the original cold-air duct. No cutting and no fabrication.

Performance Benefits

When paired with supporting modifications and tuning, this intake can provide:

Cooler intake air temperatures, especially under sustained load
Improved airflow and turbocharger efficiency
Sharper throttle response and faster spool
Reduced intake restriction under boost
A louder, sharper induction note
A significant lift in engine bay presentation

Performance gains may vary depending on tuning and supporting modifications.

Vehicle Fitment

Mercedes-AMG A35 (W177, 2019-2025)
Mercedes-AMG CLA35 (C118, 2020-2025)

2.0L Turbocharged M260 Engine

This intake is for the 35-series cars. The A45, CLA45 and GLA45 run the hand-built M139 and use a different airbox - see our W177/C118 A45/CLA45 carbon intake for those.

Please Note

Professional installation is recommended.

Some increase in induction and turbo noise is normal and expected with a performance intake system.

The filter should be inspected and cleaned at regular service intervals to maintain airflow and protection.

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