Features:
- Huge sound improvement
- Quick and Easy Install
- Includes Heat Shield
- Retains the Lower Factory Cold air intake box
- Improves Throttle Response
- Cleanable and reusable filters
- Up to 15HP increase
- Powder-coated black finish
- Lifetime warranty on defects and fitment
- 90-day return period
- All orders ship in 1-2 business days
Unlock hidden performance in your 2011–2015 Chevrolet Cruze 1.4L turbocharged engine with a precision-engineered cold air intake system. By relocating the air filter away from the heat of the engine bay, this intake system delivers cooler, denser air directly into the engine. Cooler air contains more oxygen, which allows for a more powerful combustion process—translating into increased horsepower, torque, and throttle response.
But airflow temperature is only half the story. This intake also optimizes the length and diameter of the intake tube to match the natural air resonance of the 1.4L engine, helping to “tune” airflow for maximum efficiency. Think of your Cruze’s engine as a compact turbocharged air pump—this tuning improves volumetric efficiency, especially in the mid-to-upper RPM range where turbo boost builds. The result? Sharper acceleration, stronger mid-range pull, and improved overall drivability—whether you’re cruising through the city or hitting the open road.
2011-2015 Chevy Cruze 1.4L Cold Air Intake FAQ
Fitment:
2011 Chevy Cruze 1.4L
2012 Chevy Cruze 1.4L
2013 Chevy Cruze 1.4L
2014 Chevy Cruze 1.4L
2015 Chevy Cruze 1.4L
Q1: What vehicles does this Chevy Cruze cold air intake fit?
A1: This Flashark cold air intake fits 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, and 2015 Chevrolet Cruze models equipped with the 1.4L turbocharged four-cylinder engine. Confirm the model year and the 1.4L engine designation before ordering. It is not listed for the naturally aspirated 1.8L Cruze or the second-generation Cruze platform.
Q2: Will this cold air intake fit a 2014 Chevy Cruze 1.4L Turbo?
A2: Yes. The kit is designed for the 2014 Chevy Cruze with the 1.4L turbo engine. The same listed fitment also covers 2011-2013 and 2015 Cruze 1.4L models. Check that the vehicle still has the factory-style turbo inlet, sensor connections, and lower airbox arrangement before installation.
Q3: Does this intake fit a 2015 Chevy Cruze 1.4L?
A3: Yes. It fits the 2015 Chevrolet Cruze 1.4L turbocharged engine. It is not listed for a 2016 second-generation Cruze, even though some 2016 vehicles may also carry the Cruze name. Match the vehicle by year, engine, and generation rather than relying on the model name alone.
Q4: Will this cold air intake fit a Chevy Cruze with the 1.8L engine?
A4: No. This kit is specifically listed for the 1.4L turbocharged engine. The 1.8L naturally aspirated Cruze uses a different intake arrangement, so the tubing, sensor position, mounting points, and connections may not line up correctly.
Q5: Does the Chevy Cruze 1.4L need an ECU tune after installing this intake?
A5: An ECU tune is not normally required for a correctly designed bolt-on intake when the factory mass airflow sensor is installed in the proper direction and every connection is sealed. The engine computer can make normal fuel-trim adjustments within its operating range. A custom tune may help optimize a Cruze with several performance modifications, but it should not be necessary simply to make this intake operate on an otherwise stock vehicle.
Q6: Can this cold air intake cause a check engine light?
A6: A properly installed intake should not normally cause a check engine light. On the Cruze 1.4L, a warning light or rough running condition can occur if the mass airflow sensor is installed backward, its connector is loose, a coupler leaks, a breather hose is disconnected, or airflow around the sensor becomes unstable. Inspect all clamps, hoses, seals, and electrical connections before assuming the intake itself is defective.
Q7: Does the factory mass airflow sensor work with this intake?
A7: The factory mass airflow sensor must be transferred or connected as required by the intake layout. Keep the sensor clean, install it in the correct airflow direction, and avoid touching the sensing element. Proper sensor positioning is especially important on the 1.4L turbo Cruze because inaccurate airflow readings can affect idle quality, fuel trims, throttle response, and drivability.
Q8: How much horsepower can this cold air intake add to a Chevy Cruze?
A8: The product page lists a potential increase of up to 15 horsepower. Actual gains vary with intake-air temperature, engine condition, fuel quality, ECU calibration, testing method, and supporting modifications. On a mostly stock Cruze, the more immediately noticeable changes are often stronger intake sound, louder turbo spool, and sharper throttle response rather than a guaranteed 15-horsepower increase.
Q9: Will a cold air intake make the Chevy Cruze turbo louder?
A9: Yes. Replacing the restrictive factory intake assembly with a more open filter and intake tube usually makes turbo spool, airflow, and bypass-valve sounds easier to hear. The sound becomes most noticeable when accelerating or building boost, while normal light-throttle cruising should remain more subdued.
Q10: Will this intake improve throttle response?
A10: The smoother intake path can reduce airflow restriction and make the accelerator feel more responsive, particularly as the turbo begins to build boost. The exact difference depends on the condition of the engine, turbocharger, spark plugs, throttle body, boost-control system, and factory intake being replaced. An intake will not correct an existing vacuum leak, boost leak, ignition problem, or failing PCV system.
Q11: Is this a true cold air intake or a short ram intake?
A11: This kit uses a heat shield and retains the lower factory cold air intake box to help separate the filter from hotter engine-bay air and preserve access to the factory cold-air path. That design differs from a basic open cone filter placed directly beside the engine without heat protection. Intake temperatures will still vary with vehicle speed, weather, and time spent idling.
Q12: Can water damage the engine with this cold air intake installed?
A12: The retained lower factory airbox arrangement helps shield the filter, but no intake should be treated as waterproof. Avoid deep standing water, flooded roads, and direct high-pressure washing around the filter. If the filter becomes heavily soaked, stop and inspect the system rather than continuing to drive, because an engine can be damaged if it draws in a large quantity of water.
Q13: Is the air filter washable and reusable?
A13: Yes. The included performance filter is listed as cleanable and reusable. Inspect it during routine maintenance and service it more frequently when driving in dusty, sandy, or dirty conditions. Use a filter-compatible cleaning method, allow the filter to dry fully, and avoid applying excessive oil if the filter media requires oiling.
Q14: How difficult is it to install this Chevy Cruze air intake?
A14: The product is designed as a bolt-on upgrade and retains the lower factory cold air box, so installation is generally manageable with basic hand tools. The factory intake must be removed carefully, and the sensor, hoses, couplers, heat shield, and brackets must be positioned correctly. Professional installation is recommended when you are not comfortable working around the turbo inlet, mass airflow sensor, or crankcase ventilation connections.
Q15: What should I check after installing the intake?
A15: Start the engine and check for an unstable idle, warning lights, whistling from a loose connection, or contact between the intake tube and nearby components. Confirm that the filter, heat shield, sensor, breather connections, and clamps are secure. After several drives and heat cycles, inspect the system again and retighten any couplers or brackets that have settled.