{"product_id":"performance-air-filter-for-bmw-x5-2006-2010-e70-48-i","title":"Performance Air Filter for BMW X5 (2006-2010) (E70) 48 I","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSharpen the Induction Response: BMC High-Flow Filter for the BMW N62B48 V8\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It’s For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineered for BMW X5 (E70) owners running the 4.8L N62B48 powerplant who are tired of the stock sluggishness and want a more responsive throttle without deleting the factory airbox.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Symptom:\u003c\/strong\u003e The factory intake on the N62 V8 is designed for silence and long service intervals, utilizing a dense, pleated paper filter. This material acts as a massive restriction as it ages, forcing the engine to work harder to pull air through the intake tract. In a heavy chassis like the E70, this creates a \"heavy\" pedal feel and a noticeable delay in torque delivery when you’re trying to move nearly 5,000 lbs of German engineering from a standstill or during highway passing maneuvers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Engineering Fix:\u003c\/strong\u003e This BMC replacement filter utilizes a multi-layered cotton gauze saturated with low-viscosity oil, supported by an epoxy-coated alloy mesh. By switching from a surface-loading paper filter to a depth-loading cotton medium, we significantly reduce the pressure drop across the intake. This allows for increased air density and velocity entering the intake manifold. The \"Full Moulding\" construction ensures a perfect airtight seal within the E70 airbox, preventing unfiltered \"dirty\" air from bypassing the element and entering your cylinders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Mechanics Choose This Kit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnhanced Filtration:\u003c\/strong\u003e While factory filters generally stop at 10 microns, the BMC medium captures impurities as small as 7 microns, protecting the sensitive MAF sensor and internal cylinder walls of your N62 engine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifetime Durability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike disposable paper filters that end up in a landfill every 15,000 miles, this unit is fully washable and rechargeable using a standard regeneration kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZero-Weld Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e The \"Full Moulding\" system creates the entire filter frame from a single mould, eliminating the weak points and potential for breakage found in cheaper rubber-to-plastic welded alternatives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFitment\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e2006-2010 BMW X5 (E70)\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eEngine Platform\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e4.8L V8 (N62B48)\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFactory Ratings\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e355 HP \/ 350 lb-ft Torque\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePart Numbers\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eFB771\/20\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e295mm (A) x 226mm (B)\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility \u0026amp; OEM Reference\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFits the Following Vehicles:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2006 BMW X5 (E70) 4.8i V8\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2007 BMW X5 (E70) 4.8i V8\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2008 BMW X5 (E70) 4.8i V8\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2009 BMW X5 (E70) 4.8i V8\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2010 BMW X5 (E70) 4.8i V8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterchange Part Numbers:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family: monospace; font-size: 0.9em; color: #666; background-color: #f5f5f5; padding: 10px; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\nFB771\/20, FB77120, 13717548897, 13717548898\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Performance Promise\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuy with confidence.\u003c\/strong\u003e As tuners, we know that better breathing is the foundation of any performance build. 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