Performance Air Filter Kit for McLaren 12C, 540C, 570S, 650S, 675LT & 600LT (2011-2021)

High-Flow Performance Air Filter for McLaren 12C, 570S, 650S & 675LT (P11 / P13)

What it Does: The BMC performance air filter replaces the restrictive factory paper element in the McLaren 12C, 570S, 650S, and 675LT to lower intake restriction, increase mass airflow, and sharpen boost threshold response.

The Stock McLaren 12C, 570S, 650S, 675LT Intake Restriction

Factory intake filtration on the twin-turbocharged M838T and M838TE engines relies on dense, resin-bonded cellulose paper. While built for extended service intervals, OEM paper elements present significant flow resistance at high boost, creating a parasitic pressure drop across the compressor inlet. Furthermore, severe heat cycling in the mid-engine compartment degrades paper pleats, reducing operational surface area and strangling airflow during sustained high-load driving.

The Engineering Solution

This BMC drop-in performance panel filter utilizes multi-layered, low-viscosity oiled cotton gauze encased in an epoxy-coated aluminum alloy mesh. This architecture stabilizes air velocity and reduces differential intake pressure while capturing contaminants down to 7 microns. Molded as a single continuous piece using durable polyurethane elastomer, the frame prevents bypass leakage and edge deformation under intense vacuum.

The result is increased volumetric efficiency and improved turbo spool without requiring intake plumbing modifications or custom ECU tunes.

Technical Specifications

Compatibility & OEM Reference

Fits the following vehicles (BMC fitment data):

• McLaren 540C 3.8 V8 [Full Kit] (540 HP) | 2015-2021
• McLaren 570GT 3.8 V8 [Full Kit] (570 HP) | 2016-2021
• McLaren 570S 3.8 V8 [Full Kit] (570 HP) | 2015-2021
• McLaren 570S Spider 3.8 V8 [Full Kit] (570 HP) | 2017-2021
• McLaren 600LT 3.8 V8 [Full Kit] (600 HP) | 2018-2021
• McLaren 600LT Spider 3.8 V8 [Full Kit] (600 HP) | 2019-2021
• McLaren 620R 3.8 V8 [Full Kit] (620 HP) | 2020-2021
• McLaren 625C 3.8 V8 [Full Kit] (625 HP) | 2015-2016
• McLaren 625C Spider 3.8 V8 [Full Kit] (625 HP) | 2015-2016
• McLaren 650S 3.8 V8 [Full Kit] (650 HP) | 2014-2017
• McLaren 650S Can-Am Spider 3.8 V8 [Full Kit] (650 HP) | 2015-2016
• McLaren 650S Spider 3.8 V8 [Full Kit] (650 HP) | 2015-2017
• McLaren 675LT 3.8 V8 [Full Kit] (675 HP) | 2015-2017
• McLaren 675LT Spider 3.8 V8 [Full Kit] (675 HP) | 2016-2017
• McLaren MP4 12C 3.8 V8 [Full Kit] (600 HP) | 2011-2014
• McLaren MP4 12C 3.8 V8 [Full Kit] (625 HP) | 2011-2014
• McLaren MP4 12C Spider 3.8 V8 [Full Kit] (625 HP) | 2011-2014

BMC marks these applications as [Full Kit]. The package contains 2 filters.

OEM Cross Reference (BMC): MCLAREN 11F0217CP

Frequently Asked Questions & Fitment Warnings

Does this fit the P11 / P13 12C, 570S, 650S, 675LT?

Yes, this is a direct fit for the McLaren 12C, 570S, 650S, and 675LT equipped with the M838T or M838TE twin-turbo 3.8L V8 engine. Confirm airbox shape and OEM filter size before ordering.

Does this filter require an ECU remap or trigger check engine lights?

No calibration changes are required; the filter maintains factory mass airflow sensor signal integrity and operates cleanly without triggering fault codes.

The McLaren Standard

Engineered to match exacting European supercar tolerances, this panel filter provides superior induction breathing and component durability without compromising factory engine management safeguards.