Performance Cold Air Intake System for 2002–2006 MINI Cooper & Cooper S – 1.6L Response

This performance induction system is engineered to maximize your MINI’s airflow. By replacing the restrictive factory air box with a high-velocity induction path, this kit allows the 1.6L engine to draw in a larger volume of cooler, oxygen-rich air with significantly less effort. The result is a more energetic combustion cycle, providing crisper throttle sensitivity and more fluid acceleration, perfectly complementing the go-kart-like handling and spirited driving character that defines the MINI brand.

Made specifically for the 2002–2006 1.6L powertrain—including the supercharged R53—this upgrade unlocks hidden efficiency while maintaining the reliable daily drivability of your vehicle. In addition to the performance boost, it grants your engine a deeper, sportier tone during acceleration, while the high-flow red filter adds a sleek, performance-inspired look to the engine bay.

Key Features & Performance Benefits

• Optimized Breathing: Replaces narrow factory air components with an unrestricted pathway to satisfy the engine’s demand for air.

• Instant Throttle Feedback: Eliminates the "laggy" feeling of the stock intake for more immediate power delivery and smoother revs across the RPM range.

• Measurable Gains: Precision engineering designed to boost horsepower and torque by up to 10% while improving overall fuel economy.

• Superior Protection: Advanced filter media provides unparalleled airflow while ensuring the highest level of filtration for engine longevity.

• Low-Maintenance Filtration: Features a high-quality red air filter that is fully washable and reusable, typically requiring service only every 50,000 miles under normal conditions.

• Worry-Free Performance: Engineered as a direct bolt-on enhancement that allows you to improve your vehicle's output without compromising the factory warranty.

Vehicle Fitment

2002–2006 MINI Cooper

• Models: Hatchback 2-Door / Convertible

• Engine: 1.6L L4

2002–2006 MINI Cooper S

• Models: Hatchback 2-Door / Convertible (R53)

• Engine: 1.6L L4 Supercharged

Fits manual transmission models within the 2002–2006 production years.

Product Specifications

• Engine Application: 1.6L 4-Cylinder (Naturally Aspirated & Supercharged)

• System Type: High-Flow Cold Air Induction

• Filter Color: Performance Red

• Maintenance: Washable and Reusable (50k mile service interval)

• Installation: Simple bolt-on design using basic tools

What's Included:

Your kit features a high-flow intake induction tube, a premium red performance air filter, and all required heavy-duty couplers, clamps, and hardware for a secure and precise installation.

Installation Tip

Disconnect the NEGATIVE GROUND CABLE from the battery before starting the installation and keep it off for at least one minute after you finish. This reset allows the engine's computer to learn the new airflow parameters. Ensure the engine is completely cool before beginning work.