MINI R53 Intake System
MINI R53 IntakeThe ALTA intake system pulls cold air from the air ram duct in the grille and through the vent below the windshield. The box is sealed to the hood and prevents under hood heat from entering the intake airstream. This keeps the filter surrounded by a fresh air bath. Thus reducing inlet air temperatures creating a cooler, denser air charge raising HP, and torque. |
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Air BoxThe ALTA Performance air box is formed from laser cut aluminum sheet metal CNC bent to perfection. The airbox has a black texture power coat for protection and an O.E.M. look. Our airbox seals to the underside of the hood preventing under hood heat from entering the intake stream. |
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Foam FilterOur high flow foam filter reduces intake restriction and increases the surface area from which the engine can ingest clean air. Unlike cotton and gauze type filters, foam filters allow for multi-layer filtration. The ALTA Performance foam based filter will trap dirt within the filter at many different levels. This allows for better particulate restriction and will not reduce HP as the filter gets dirty. » Learn More |
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Inlet HoseThe ALTA silicone inlet hose, connects the air box to the throttle body with a mirror smooth silicone hose promoting a high velocity air charge. Unlike the corrugated and ribbed factory inlet hose, turbulence is eliminated and air flow velocity is increased as the ALTA inlet hose has a larger inside diameter.» Learn More |
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PowerALTA Performance intake system is the only producer of intake system for the MINI R53 that truly provides a steady supply of cool fresh air! Thanks to our unique designed box, and smooth black silicone inlet hose. The ALTA intake has proven a 10-12 WHP gain many many times over. |
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5 Year WarrantyALTA Performance warrants to the original purchaser, all ALTA products to be free from defects in material and workmanship within a sixty (60) months period from the date of purchase. *Some exclusions apply» Read Full Warranty |
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Off Road NoteNOTE: This item may be for off-road use only in your area. See Terms and Conditions prior to ordering!» Learn More |
Specifications |
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| Material | Reinforced Silicone |
| Construction | 5-ply Silicone |
| Finish | High Gloss |
| Air Box | Aluminum |
| Box Finish | Texture Powdercoat |
| Filter Element | Foam |
Compatibility |
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| 2002-2006 Cooper S | All |
| 2002-2009 Cooper S Cabrio | Yes |
| Automatic | No, CLICK HERE. |
| 6-speed | Yes |
| CARB Approved | No |
R53 Intake System
Washable Cone Filter
Test Drive
Under Hood Install
Dyno Charts
Proven Horse Power
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Cold Air Intake on MCSThis is the first and original test we did on our stock 02 Mini Cooper S, where we did back to back dyno runs proving the intake makes 10WHP. |
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Cold Air Intake w/15% Supercharger Pulley on MCSHere is a test done on our shop MCS which had a 15% Supercharger pulley installed. You can see that the increases are even greater if you have a smaller supercharger pulley. |
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Cold Air Intake on Euro MCSHere is another test given to us by customer of ours. This is also from a stock MCS where nothing was done between runs but changing out the stock intake to an ALTA complete cold air intake. |
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Cold Air Intake on Euro MCSThis test was done on our shop Mini Cooper GP. This limited production car comes with the JCW intake system already installed, but we replaced it to see if there was HP to be gained. Sure enough it still made 10WHP and 10ft-lbs of TQ. |
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ALTA CAI vs. GP/JCW IntakeMost customers feel the JCW intake is just as good and makes the same power as the ALTA Cold Air Intake, but here is proof the ALTA makes more power. The 6 Wheel HP more and 6ft-lbs really shows that the more expensive JCW intake isn't worth upgrading to. Plus you get all the cool sounds of the Supercharger with our intake. |
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ALTA CAI vs. The CompetitionThis is an independent test done in a public forum online. This test compared all the popular intakes at the time and you will see that the ALTA was the one who came out on top. |
In The Box |
| (1) ALTA Filter |
| (1) ALTA Airbox |
| (1) ALTA Inlet Hose |
| All necessary mounting hardware included |
