Cold Air Intake for Cadillac CTS-V (2004-2005) 5.7L V8 Engine

Ignite Your Cadillac CTS-V: Unleash the LS6 & LS2 V8’s True Potential with a Performance Cold Air Intake

Who It’s For: Designed specifically for first-generation Cadillac CTS-V owners running the potent LS6 5.7L V8 (2004-2005) or the formidable LS2 6.0L V8 (2006-2007) engine. If you’ve got one of these beasts in your garage and you know it’s capable of more, this upgrade is for you.

The Problem: Let’s be real, the factory intake on your CTS-V was a compromise. GM had to balance noise, emissions, and cost, which meant choking down that glorious LS6 or LS2. We’ve all felt it — that slight hesitation, the feeling that the engine isn’t quite breathing deep enough, especially when you really lean into the throttle. The stock system pulls hot air from the engine bay, and its convoluted path creates turbulence, robbing you of precious horsepower and torque, particularly on hot days or during spirited driving. You’ve got a performance sedan, but the intake is holding it back.

The Solution: We engineered this cold air intake system to directly address and correct the factory design flaws of the LS-powered CTS-V. By providing a smooth, high-velocity pathway for cooler, denser air, and integrating a robust heat shield, we’ve unlocked the breathing capacity your V8 always deserved. This isn’t just an aftermarket part; it’s an essential upgrade that delivers immediate, tangible gains in throttle response, acceleration, and overall engine efficiency, putting that raw V8 power firmly back in your control.

Why This is the Ultimate Upgrade

• Enhanced Power & Torque: By optimizing airflow to your 5.7L LS6 or 6.0L LS2, you’ll experience significant gains in horsepower and torque across the entire RPM range. You’ll feel that increased pulling power and sharper acceleration instantly.
• Superior Thermal Management: Featuring a dedicated, custom-designed heat shield, this system actively isolates your air filter from the scorching engine bay temperatures. This ensures your V8 always ingests cooler, denser, oxygen-rich air, translating to consistent power output — no more heat soak bogging you down.
• Aggressive LS V8 Soundtrack: Beyond the performance, this intake unlocks the deep, authoritative growl of your Cadillac V8. That muffled factory sound disappears, replaced by a much more visceral and sporty induction note that truly matches the car’s character.
• Instantaneous Throttle Response: Say goodbye to the stock system’s hesitation. The streamlined design reduces turbulence and increases intake velocity, providing a much more immediate and satisfying throttle feedback. Every tap of the pedal translates directly into forward motion.
• Premium Filtration & Protection: We include a brand new, high-flow performance air filter designed to not only maximize airflow but also provide superior filtration, protecting your expensive LS engine from harmful debris while ensuring peak efficiency.

Technical Specifications

Compatibility & OEM Reference

Fits the Following Vehicles:

• 2004 Cadillac CTS-V 5.7L V8 (LS6)
• 2005 Cadillac CTS-V 5.7L V8 (LS6)
• 2006 Cadillac CTS-V 6.0L V8 (LS2)
• 2007 Cadillac CTS-V 6.0L V8 (LS2)

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