Upgrading to a 2016 WRX Cold Air Intake - Is It Worth It?

Deciding on a 2016 wrx cold air intake is basically a rite of passage for anyone who just picked up a VA-chassis Subaru. It's usually the very first "real" mod people look into after they get tired of the quiet, subdued nature of the stock engine bay. Let's be real for a second—Subaru did a decent job with the FA20DIT, but they definitely choked it down to meet noise regulations and keep things safe for the average commuter. If you're reading this, you probably aren't the "average commuter," and you want to hear that turbo actually doing its job. ...

February 9, 2026 · 7 min · Alper Amorim