{"product_id":"performance-air-intake-for-mercedes-benz-c-class-e-class","title":"Performance Air Intake for Mercedes Benz C Class \/ E Class","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOptimizing Airflow Dynamics: The High-Flow BMC Filter for the Mercedes M274 Engine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It’s For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineered for Mercedes-Benz W205 C-Class and W213 E-Class owners running the M274 turbocharged inline-four powerplant who want to eliminate the bottleneck in their factory induction system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Symptom:\u003c\/strong\u003e The factory air filtration system on the M274 is built around a dense, disposable paper element. While effective at basic filtration, these paper fibers create significant surface tension and air resistance, especially as they begin to load with debris. In a turbocharged application like your C300 or E300, this restriction forces the turbocharger to work harder to pull air through the media, which can increase intake air temperatures and lead to a noticeable “laggy” sensation during mid-range acceleration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Engineering Fix:\u003c\/strong\u003e This BMC performance filter replaces the restrictive paper with a multi-layered cotton gauze media, soaked in low-viscosity oil and reinforced by an epoxy-coated alloy mesh. By utilizing the physics of “depth filtration,” this kit allows for a higher volume of air to pass through while capturing impurities as small as 7 microns—significantly tighter than the 10-micron limit of most OEM filters. The result is a reduction in pressure drop across the filter, allowing your turbo to spool more efficiently and providing a sharper, more immediate throttle response.\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\u003eReduced Pumping Losses:\u003c\/strong\u003e By straightening the airflow path and increasing the effective surface area, the engine spends less energy “inhaling,” allowing more of that M274 torque to reach the wheels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull Moulding Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike cheaper filters that use glued joints, this unit features a single-mould design that prevents structural failure or air bypassing under high-boost conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSustainable Performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e This isn’t a disposable part. The high-flow cotton media is fully washable and regenerable, ensuring your Mercedes maintains peak volumetric efficiency for the life of the vehicle.\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;\"\u003e2013-Present Mercedes-Benz C-Class \u0026amp; E-Class\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;\"\u003eM274 Turbocharged I4 (1.6L \/ 2.0L)\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;\"\u003e129 HP to 286 HP (Depending on Trim)\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;\"\u003eFB838\/01\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;\"\u003eFilter Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e276mm (A) x 176mm (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\u003eMercedes-Benz Class C (W205\/A205\/C205\/S205) C 160 (129 HP) 2015 \u0026gt;\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMercedes-Benz Class C (W205\/A205\/C205\/S205) C 180 (156 HP) 2014 \u0026gt;\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMercedes-Benz Class C (W205\/A205\/C205\/S205) C 200 (184 HP) 2014 \u0026gt;\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMercedes-Benz Class C (W205\/A205\/C205\/S205) C 250 (211 HP) 2014 \u0026gt;\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMercedes-Benz Class C (W205\/A205\/C205\/S205) C 300 (245 HP) 2015 \u0026gt;\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMercedes-Benz Class C (W205\/A205\/C205\/S205) C 350E Plug-In Hybrid (211 HP) 2015 \u0026gt; 2018\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMercedes-Benz Class E (W212\/S212) E 180 (156 HP) 2013 \u0026gt;\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMercedes-Benz Class E (W212\/S212) E 200 NGT (156 HP) 2013 \u0026gt;\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMercedes-Benz Class E (W213\/S213, A238) E 200 (184 HP) 2016 \u0026gt;\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMercedes-Benz Class E (W213\/S213, A238) E 250 (211 HP) 2016 \u0026gt;\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMercedes-Benz Class E (W213\/S213, A238) E 300 (245 HP) 2016 \u0026gt;\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMercedes-Benz Class E (W213\/S213, A238) E 350E (286 HP) 2016 \u0026gt;\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\nFB838\/01, 83801, M274 Intake Filter\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 every performance build. 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