If you're looking to give your 2016-2017 Kia Optima LX 1.6L Turbo a little extra kick, the HPS Black shortram air intake is a solid choice. This isn’t just some flashy upgrade; it’s designed for folks who want real performance without diving into a full-blown cold air intake system. With a free-flowing mandrel-bent aluminum tube, you can expect to see gains of about +14 Whp and +20.5 Ft/lbs of torque, which is pretty impressive for a small turbo engine. Plus, it really wakes up the throttle response, making your drives feel a bit more spirited.
One of the standout features here is the included heat shield. It helps keep the intake air cooler, which is crucial for maintaining that performance edge. Unlike cold air intakes that can be a hassle in wet weather, this short ram setup is a practical alternative. You won’t have to worry about water getting sucked into your engine on rainy days. Installation is straightforward, too—no tuning needed, and you won’t trigger any check engine lights. It’s a bolt-on kit that requires no modifications, so you can get back on the road quickly.
The HPS intake replaces the stock air box, which is often pretty restrictive. The lightweight aluminum alloy tubing optimizes airflow and offers great heat dissipation. You’ll also appreciate the durability of the reinforced silicone hoses and industrial-grade stainless steel T-bolt clamps. These components are built to last, even if you push your Optima a little harder than usual.
And let’s not forget about the air filter. The HPS Performance Air Filter is made right here in the USA and is designed to provide excellent filtration while still letting plenty of air flow through. It’s washable and reusable, so you won’t have to keep buying replacements.
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So, if you’re ready to enhance your driving experience without jumping through hoops, the HPS Black shortram air intake is worth considering. It’s a practical upgrade that delivers real results.
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| Vehicle Make/Model | Year | Trims |
|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Sonata | 2015-2019 | Hybrid Limited |
| Hyundai Sonata | 2015-2017 | Ultimate 2.0T |
| Hyundai Sonata | 2015-2019 | SE |
| Hyundai Sonata | 2015-2018 | GL |
| Hyundai Sonata | 2015-2019 | Limited 2.0T |
| Hyundai Sonata | 2015-2018 | GLS |
| Hyundai Sonata | 2015-2019 | Limited |
| Hyundai Sonata | 2015-2017 | Hybrid |
| Hyundai Sonata | 2015-2018 | Premium |
| Hyundai Sonata | 2015-2019 | Sport |
| Hyundai Sonata | 2015-2019 | Eco |
| Hyundai Sonata | 2015-2018 | Sport 2.0T |
| Hyundai Sonata | 2016-2019 | Plug-In Hybrid Limited |
| Hyundai Sonata | 2016-2019 | Plug-In Hybrid |
| Hyundai Sonata | 2016-2017 | Base |
| Hyundai Sonata | 2016-2017 | Sport Tech |
| Hyundai Sonata | 2016-2017, 2019 | Plug-In Hybrid Ultimate |
| Hyundai Sonata | 2017-2019 | Hybrid SE |
| Hyundai Sonata | 2017, 2019 | Hybrid Ultimate |
| Hyundai Sonata | 2018 | Hybrid GL |
| Hyundai Sonata | 2018 | 2.4 Sport |
| Hyundai Sonata | 2018-2019 | SEL |
| Hyundai Sonata | 2018 | 2.0T Sport |
| Hyundai Sonata | 2018 | Hybrid GLS |
| Hyundai Sonata | 2019 | Hybrid Luxury |
| Hyundai Sonata | 2019 | Luxury |
| Hyundai Sonata | 2019 | Essential |
| Hyundai Sonata | 2019 | Preferred |
| Hyundai Sonata | 2019 | Hybrid Preferred |
| Hyundai Sonata | 2019 | 2.0T Ultimate |
| Kia Optima | 2016-2017 | Hybrid LX |
| Kia Optima | 2016-2017 | LX |
| Kia Optima | 2016-2017 | Hybrid EX Premium |
| Kia Optima | 2016 | Hybrid |
| Kia Optima | 2016-2017 | Hybrid EX |
| Kia Optima | 2016-2017 | SX Limited |
| Kia Optima | 2016-2017 | SXL |
| Kia Optima | 2016-2017 | LX 1.6T |
| Kia Optima | 2016-2017 | SX |
| Kia Optima | 2016-2017 | EX |
| Kia Optima | 2017 | Plug-In Hybrid EX |
| Kia Optima | 2017 | EX Pack |
| Kia Optima | 2017 | Hybrid Premium |

HPS Performance Products is a leading manufacturer of aftermarket performance parts, fabrication components, and silicone hoses. HPS serves a number of different industries, including automotive, aerospace, construction, commercial truck/bus, marine, agricultural, turbo diesel, off-road, performance racing, general manufacturing, and water treatment. The company’s ability to fabricate custom-shaped multiply silicone hoses make it ideal for a wide range of applications. The multiply carcass makes HPS’ hose perfect for coolant and turbocharged pressure applications while the fluoro-silicone-lined hoses make it safe to be used with petroleum-based oil and fuel.
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HPS Performance Products also carries performance silicone vacuum hoses and silicone heater hoses. You can choose silicone hoses in both standard inch and hard-to-find metric sizes. Stainless steel T-bolt clamps are available to match with the silicone hoses as well. In order to meet the high demand and shorten the turnaround time for its silicone hoses, up to 90 percent of the product is already in stock and ready to ship or pick up from HPS authorized dealers like Vivid Racing.
HPS Performance Products at Vivid RacingVivid Racing carries a comprehensive lineup of HPS Performance Products for a number of different makes, models, and applications. Our extensive inventory of HPS parts includes aluminum tubing, cold air and short ram intakes, vacuum lines, hoses and clamps, intercooler pipes, radiator caps, and much more! If you have any questions regarding the items listed above or have fitment concerns, please contact our expert sales team at (480) 966-3040. We are here to help you through the entire purchase process and make it a pleasant experience.