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An integrated cold air intake and front strut system engineered for performance and a clean fit! Each sold separately.

The AEM 21-721C Performance Cold Air Intake System produces horsepower and torque gains by replacing your vehicle's restrictive factory air filter and air intake housing. Unique inlet ducting from the hood scoop to the airbox ensures only outside air enters the airbox for a 'true' cold air intake - no hot air from the engine compartment!

AEM’s Front Upper Strut Bar is designed to reinforce the already stellar MINI Cooper chassis. Installation reduces fore and aft, as well as side-to-side chassis flex during spirited driving, which helps to eliminate unwanted geometry/alignment change. This results in better steering response and better handling.

Fits the following Cooper S, JCW & GP models with the N18 engine:

2011-2013 R56 MINI Cooper S Hardtop
2011-2013 R55 MINI Cooper S Clubman
2011-2013 R56 JCW MINI Cooper S Hardtop
2013 R56 GP MINI Cooper S Hardtop

This intake is CARB approved for the models listed above, but we suspect it will fit USA Gen2 models with the N18 engine.

This air intake system was designed, tuned and dyno-tested to fit specific Mini Cooper S, S Clubman and John Cooper Works models. Air enters the system through an oversized AEM Dryflow synthetic washable air filter for outstanding air flow, filtration and performance. The air filter is located in the original air box space and is protected by a replacement air box with a fully-opened hood scoop which is designed to reduce intake air temperature and increase horsepower. The intake tubing is constructed from mandrel-bent aluminum featuring a durable black powder coated finish.

Front Strut Bar Notes:

  • Designed to fit with the AEM Cold Air Intake
  • 1 1/2 inch steel tubing provides great strength and low weight
  • Can reduce noise vibration and harshness in extreme conditions
  • Comes with AEM's Lifetime Limited Warranty

 

MINI Cooper S AEM Intake and Front Strut System Gen2 R55 R56

MINI Cooper S AEM Intake and Front Strut System Gen2 R55 R56

MINI Cooper S AEM Intake and Front Strut System Gen2 R55 R56

MINI Cooper S AEM Intake and Front Strut System Gen2 R55 R56

MINI Cooper S AEM Intake and Front Strut System Gen2 R55 R56

MINI Cooper S AEM Intake and Front Strut System Gen2 R55 R56

MINI Cooper S AEM Intake and Front Strut System Gen2 R55 R56
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AEM’s Front Upper Strut Bar is designed to reinforce the already stellar MINI Cooper chassis. Installation reduces fore and aft, as well as side-to-side chassis flex during spirited driving, which helps to eliminate unwanted geometry/alignment change. This results in better steering response and better handling.

This strut bar has a bend in the middle to clear the AEM Cold Air Intake.

Fits the following models:

2007-2013 R56 MINI Cooper and Cooper S Hatchback
2008-2014 R55 MINI Cooper and Cooper S Clubman
2009-2015 R57 MINI Cooper and Cooper S Convertible
2012-2015 R58 MINI Cooper and Cooper S Coupe
2012-2015 R59 MINI Cooper and Cooper S Roadster

Notes:

  • Designed to fit with the AEM Cold Air Intake
  • 1 1/2 inch steel tubing provides great strength and low weight
  • Can reduce noise vibration and harshness in extreme conditions
  • Comes with AEM's Lifetime Limited Warranty

 

Red strut bar shown with the AEM cold air intake:

 

The AEM 21-721C Performance Cold Air Intake System produces horsepower and torque gains by replacing your vehicle's restrictive factory air filter and air intake housing. Unique inlet ducting from the hood scoop to the airbox ensures only outside air enters the airbox for a 'true' cold air intake - no hot air from the engine compartment!

CARB approved for California emissions!

Fits the following Cooper S, JCW & GP models with the N18 engine:

2011-2013 R56 MINI Cooper S Hardtop
2011-2013 R55 MINI Cooper S Clubman
2011-2013 R56 JCW MINI Cooper S Hardtop
2013 R56 GP MINI Cooper S Hardtop

This intake is CARB approved for the models listed above, but we suspect it will fit all USA Gen2 models with the N18 engine.

This air intake system was designed, tuned and dyno-tested to fit specific Mini Cooper S, S Clubman and John Cooper Works models. Air enters the system through an oversized AEM Dryflow synthetic washable air filter for outstanding air flow, filtration and performance. The air filter is located in the original air box space and is protected by a replacement air box with a fully-opened hood scoop which is designed to reduce intake air temperature and increase horsepower. The intake tubing is constructed from mandrel-bent aluminum featuring a durable black powder coated finish.

This air intake system was developed to accommodate the engine's factory emissions control devices including the mass air flow sensor and vacuum line port. The cylinder shaped AEM Dryflow air filter is made from an oil-free, synthetic filter media that can be used for up to 100,000 miles before cleaning is needed (depending on driving conditions). The air intake system is backed by AEM's Lifetime Limited Warranty.

Benefits

  • Increased horsepower
  • Tuned and dyno-tested to improve acceleration and engine sound
  • Low restriction aluminum tubing
  • Air filter lasts up to 100,000 miles before cleaning is required (depending on driving conditions)
  • Washable and reusable oil-free filter media
  • AEM Lifetime Limited Warranty

NOTES:

  • Tools needed: Wrench, extension, flat blade screwdriver, allen wrench
  • Installation time: 90 minutes

See installation instructions here: MINI Cooper S AEM Cold Air Intake Installation Instructions

AEM Cold Air Intake System Specifications

Air Filter Color: Red
Air Filter Height: 7 in (178 mm)
Air Filter Material: Non-woven Synthetic
Air Filter Outlet Shape: Round
Clamp Material: Steel
Clamp Style: Regular
Clamps Included: 3
Couplers Included: 1
Estimated Horse Power Gain: 6 HP @ 5650 RPM
Horse Power Increase: 6 HP
Intake Pipe Color / Finish: Black
Product Style: AEM Cold Air Intake System
Replacement Filter: 21-2037D-HK
RPM: 5650
Weight: 13.3 lb (6 kg)
Intake Pipe Material: High-Density Polyethylene
CARB EO Number: D-670-21
Title: AEM Cold Air Intake System
Estimated Horse Power Gain: 6 HP @ 5650 RPM
Filter Color: Red
Filter Material: Non-woven Synthetic
System Type: Cold Air Induction
Mounting Hardware Included: Yes
Product Box Height: 16.75 in (425 mm)
Product Box Length: 24.38 in (619 mm)
Product Box Width: 18.38 in (467 mm)
Street Legal In All US States: Yes
TUV Approved (Europe): No
Air Box Included: Yes
Air Filter Outlet Length: 0.938 in (24 mm)
Air Filter Outlet Width: 5.25 in (133 mm)
Air Filter Washable: Yes
Clamp Color/Finish: Natural
Coupler Color/Finish: Black
Intake Pipe Inlet Length: 8.438 in (214 mm)
Intake Pipe Inlet Shape: Round
Intake Pipe Inlet Width: 3.25 in (83 mm)
Intake Pipe Outlet Length: 8.438 in (214 mm)
Intake Pipe Outlet Shape: Round
Intake Pipe Outlet Width: 2.625 in (67 mm)
Mass Air Flow Sensor Adapter Included: Mass Air Flow Sensor Adapter Included When Required
Oil Included: No Filter Oil Required
Package Material: Paperboard
Package Type: Box
Warranty: Limited Lifetime
Air Filter Height: 7.00 in. (178mm)
Item Weight: 13.3000 lbs.
Product Box Height: 16.75 in. (425mm)
Product Box Length: 24.38 in. (619mm)
Product Box Width: 18.38 in. (467mm)
Street Legal: Yes
Air Filter Element Washable: Yes
Air Filter Oulet Length: 0.938 in. (24 mm)
Air Filter Oulet Width: 5.25 in. (133 mm)
Clamp Color: Natural
Coupler Color: Black
Intake Pipe Inlet Length: 8.438 in. (214 mm)
Intake Pipe Inlet Width: 3.25 in. (83 mm)
Intake Pipe Outlet Length: 8.438 in. (214 mm)
Intake Pipe Outlet Width: 2.625 in. (67 mm)
Mass Air Flow Sensor Included: Mass Air Flow Sensor Adapter Included When Required
Clamp Quantity: 3
WARNING CA Proposition 65: Yes
WARNING CA Proposition 65 Message: WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm – www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
Intake Pipe Color: Black
Prop 65 Warning: WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.p65warnings.ca.gov
Prop 65 (C, R or CR): CR
Prop 65 - Short Label: WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.p65warnings.ca.gov
Prop 65 Warning Label: https://www.knfilters.com/images/l/prop65.jpg
Prop 65 Yes/No: Yes
Air Filter Height: 7.000 in. (178mm)
Air Filter Outlet Length: 0.938 in. (24mm)
Air Filter Outlet Width: 5.250 in. (133mm)
Intake Pipe Inlet Length: 8.438 in. (214mm)
Intake Pipe Inlet Width: 3.250 in. (83mm)
Intake Pipe Material: High-Density Cross-Linked Polyethylene
Intake Pipe Outlet Length: 8.438 in. (214mm)
Intake Pipe Outlet Width: 2.625 in. (67mm)
Item Weight: 13.300 lbs. (6 kg)
Product Box Height: 16.750 in. (425mm)
Product Box Length: 24.380 in. (619mm)
Product Box Width: 18.380 in. (467mm)


 

An integrated cold air intake and front strut system engineered for performance and a clean fit! Each sold separately.

The AEM 21-721C Performance Cold Air Intake System produces horsepower and torque gains by replacing your vehicle's restrictive factory air filter and air intake housing. Unique inlet ducting from the hood scoop to the airbox ensures only outside air enters the airbox for a 'true' cold air intake - no hot air from the engine compartment!

AEM’s Front Upper Strut Bar is designed to reinforce the already stellar MINI Cooper chassis. Installation reduces fore and aft, as well as side-to-side chassis flex during spirited driving, which helps to eliminate unwanted geometry/alignment change. This results in better steering response and better handling.

Fits the following Cooper S, JCW & GP models with the N18 engine:

2011-2013 R56 MINI Cooper S Hardtop
2011-2013 R55 MINI Cooper S Clubman
2011-2013 R56 JCW MINI Cooper S Hardtop
2013 R56 GP MINI Cooper S Hardtop

This intake is CARB approved for the models listed above, but we suspect it will fit USA Gen2 models with the N18 engine.

This air intake system was designed, tuned and dyno-tested to fit specific Mini Cooper S, S Clubman and John Cooper Works models. Air enters the system through an oversized AEM Dryflow synthetic washable air filter for outstanding air flow, filtration and performance. The air filter is located in the original air box space and is protected by a replacement air box with a fully-opened hood scoop which is designed to reduce intake air temperature and increase horsepower. The intake tubing is constructed from mandrel-bent aluminum featuring a durable black powder coated finish.

Front Strut Bar Notes:

  • Designed to fit with the AEM Cold Air Intake
  • 1 1/2 inch steel tubing provides great strength and low weight
  • Can reduce noise vibration and harshness in extreme conditions
  • Comes with AEM's Lifetime Limited Warranty

 

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