Many car enthusiasts agree that an intake system upgrade should be one of the first modifications one does. This statement is true whether you own a Toyota GT-86, Subaru BRZ, or Scion FRS. Matter of fact if you own these vehicles you may wonder which intake system is the best for you, and this article is here to answer your question. At Vivid Racing, we have done the research and installed many intake systems for our clients who own Toyota GT-86, Subaru BRZ, and Scion FRS, so to get the best intake system for your vehicle visit our shop to buy the one you choose or keep reading to get the top 5 best intakes that we recommend.
Purchase Intakes Systems for Your Toyota GT-86 / Subaru BRZ / Scion FRS from Our Shop
1. VR Performance Cold Air Intake Kit Scion FR-S | Toyota GT-86 | Subaru BRZ
Made by VR Performance, this is a cold air intake kit for the Scion FR-S, Toyota GT-86, Subaru BRZ. The improved design of this intake system will give you an overall better driving experience and a greater throttle response making the revs come in quicker. In addition to that, you will get an increase in torque along with horsepower when you install this intake system. This intake system has a lightweight roto-molded plastic construction, a high flow, and a reusable cone air filter. This high-flow cylindrical air filter features a much-improved flow rate over stock and is designed to catch more particles compared to a paper mesh design.
2. Mishimoto Performance Air Intake Kit with Airbox (Black) Subaru BRZ | Scion FRS 2013+
Made with the Mishimoto’s quality design and signature performance, this intake system can easily add horsepower to your Toyota GT-86 / Subaru BRZ / Scion FRS. This intake system offers up to 7 whp / 5 wtq bolt-on power increase with no bumper removal required. In addition to the impressive power increase, the A/F ratios are maintained throughout the entire powerband. This intake uses a silicone induction hose and aluminum intake pipe that provides a smooth path for airflow. Additionally, the CNC-machined mass airflow (MAF) housing and air straightener ensure laminar airflow across the sensor to provide accurate readings. On top of that, installing this intake system takes less than 30 minutes, and it is also available in blue and red.
3. GrimmSpeed Black Cold Air Intake
Made in the USA, this Grimmspeed intake system is safe for the engine and performs well both with and without tuning. The installation of this intake system doesn’t need a bumper removal and is very quick. In true GrimmSpeed fashion, no corners were cut in the manufacturing of each and every one of these intakes. The airbox is laser cut, CNC bent, riveted together, and threaded inserts are installed before the entire assembly receives a heavy-duty black wrinkle powdercoat. MAF flanges are CNC machined from 6061 aluminum and the intake tube is fabricated from custom bent tubing. This intake system features an Intake Tube, High-flow Oiled Filter, Hump Hose Connector, Airbox Assembly, Hose Clamps, PCV Hose Extension, PCV Clamp, MAF Flange Screws, 3ft Rubber Sealing Strip, Noise Generator Delete Plug, and a 3ft Rubber Sealing Strip.
4. Injen SP Short Ram Air Intake System
Injen SP Short Ram Air Intake System will allow your engine to breathe deeper and enhance the performance. The SP series of cold air intakes is Injen’s flagship system in their lines of traditional aluminum cold air intake systems. The soul of this intake is found within 6061-T6 aluminum air intake tube that provides a smooth uninterrupted path for highly efficient airflow. The engineers at Injen Technology have painstakingly designed the intake to provide the highest levels of safe power, along with clean aesthetics that will impress every time you open your hood. In addition to the impressive power increase, the Injen team has ensured that a safe Air fuel (A/F) ratio has been maintained throughout the power band. In addition to all of these advantages, this SP intake includes a fully serviceable Injen SuperNano-Web dry air filter, which provides increased filter surface area allowing for greater airflow and unbeatable filtration and this intake provides an aggressive and throaty tone that is unmatched in the aftermarket.
5. AEM Cold Air Intake System
This intake system made by AEM Intakes guarantees an estimated horsepower gain of up to 7.8 HP @ 6494 RPM. This intake system allows your engine to breath more air compared to the restrictive factory air intake housing. AEM Cold Air Intake System is designed, tuned, and dyno-tested to produce more horsepower and torque. The intake has a cone-shaped AEM Dryflow air filter which is made from an oil-free, synthetic filter media that can be used for up to 100,000 miles before cleaning is needed (depending on driving conditions). It also has a custom shaped heat shield with edge trim lining which is included to keep engine bay heat from the air intake. The air intake tube is constructed from mandrel-bent aluminum featuring a durable gunmetal gray powder coated finish.
