Performance Air Filter Kit for BMW M2 G87, M3 G80 & M4 G82 (2019-2025)

High-Flow Drop-In Performance Air Filter for BMW M3, M4, M2 (G80/G82/G87)

What it Does: The BMC performance air filter replaces the restrictive stock paper filter element on the BMW M3, M4, and M2 to lower intake restriction, optimize manifold air density, and sharpen throttle response.

The Stock BMW M3, M4, M2 Airflow Restriction

The factory intake tract on the S58 engine relies on dense, tightly packed cellulose paper filters designed strictly for prolonged service intervals rather than volumetric efficiency. Under high boost loads, these OEM elements generate substantial pressure drop across the twin airboxes, restricting mass airflow to the turbocharger compressor inlets.

Additionally, standard paper fibers absorb moisture and capture particulates primarily via surface blocking, which causes continuous flow degradation and increased intake manifold vacuum under wide-open throttle.

The Engineering Solution

The BMC replacement panel element resolves intake bottlenecking via an oiled, multi-layer surgical cotton gauze media supported by an epoxy-coated alloy mesh. This architecture enables deep-bed particulate filtration down to 7 microns without choking mass airflow capacity. The perimeter frame is manufactured using a single-piece polyurethane molding process with zero welded corner joints, eliminating structural warping and bypass leakage under extreme intake vacuum.

It drops directly into the factory airbox, maintaining OEM MAF sensor housing scaling while providing clean, reusable performance.

Technical Specifications

Compatibility & OEM Reference

Fits the following vehicles (BMC fitment data):

• BMW 2 Series (G42,G87) M2 (460 HP) | 2022+
• BMW 3 Series (G20,G21,G80) M3 (480 HP) | 2021+
• BMW 3 Series (G20,G21,G80) M3 Competition (510 HP) | 2021+
• BMW 3 Series (G20,G21,G80) M3 CS (550 HP) | 2023+
• BMW 4 Series (G22,G23,G26,G82,G83) 3.0 CSL (560 HP) | 2022-2023
• BMW 4 Series (G22,G23,G26,G82,G83) M4 (480 HP) | 2021+
• BMW 4 Series (G22,G23,G26,G82,G83) M4 Competition (510 HP) | 2021+
• BMW 4 Series (G22,G23,G26,G82,G83) M4 Competition (530 HP) | 2024+
• BMW 4 Series (G22,G23,G26,G82,G83) M4 CS (550 HP) | 2024+
• BMW 4 Series (G22,G23,G26,G82,G83) M4 CSL (550 HP) | 2022
• BMW Alpina B. Bovensiepen B3 (G20,G21) 3.0 Biturbo (462 HP) | 2019+
• BMW Alpina B. Bovensiepen B3 (G20,G21) 3.0 Biturbo (495 HP) | 2023+
• BMW Alpina B. Bovensiepen B4 (G26) 3.0 Biturbo (480 HP) | 2022+

The package contains 2 filters.

OEM Cross Reference (BMC): BMW 13718095805, BMW 13718095807

Frequently Asked Questions & Fitment Warnings

Does this fit the G80, G82, and G87 M3, M4, M2?

Yes, this is a direct fit for the BMW M3, M4, and M2 equipped with the S58 engine. Always confirm airbox shape and OEM filter size before ordering.

Is an ECU tune required after installing this filter?

No, this drop-in panel filter retains the factory airbox geometry and airflow velocity profiles, functioning fully within OEM trim parameters without triggering a Check Engine Light.

The BMW Precision Standard

Designed to integrate seamlessly with BMW M engineering tolerances, this filter maintains critical airbox sealing integrity, safeguarding sensitive turbocharger inducer wheels while delivering factory-level fit and finish with zero fault codes.