aFe 54-11042 P5R Cold Air Intake System for 06-09 BMW 525i/528i/530i E60 N52/N53

Vehicle Fitment

• 2006-2007 BMW 525i (E60; 3.0 L I6 N52/N53; RWD/xi AWD)
• 2007-2009 BMW 528i (E60; 3.0 L I6 N52/N53; RWD/xi AWD)
• 2006-2007 BMW 530i (E60; 3.0 L I6 N52/N53; RWD/xi AWD)

Fitment Notes

• Direct bolt-in--no cutting or modification; uses factory mounting points
• Compatible with both RWD and xDrive (AWD) variants
• Not CARB-compliant in California without EO# D-550-38 exemption

Features

• Pro 5R washable/reusable cotton-gauze filter--increases airflow by ≈48%
• Dyno-proven gains: +8 HP and +10 lb-ft torque
• Roto-molded heat-insulating intake tube and 18-gauge powder-coated heat shield
• CAD-designed velocity-stack inlet for optimized airflow and throttle response
• Durable construction with minimal parts--for easy access and install
• Pre-oiled filter included; optional dry filter version available
• 2-year manufacturer warranty; long-lasting commercial-grade materials

Specifications

• Part Number: 54-11042
• Airflow Gain: ~48% over stock
• Performance Gain: +8 HP / +10 lb-ft @ peak
• Filter Media: Pro 5R oiled cotton-gauze
• Tube Material: Heat-resistant roto-molded polymer
• Compliance: CARB Exempt (D-550-38) for 2006-2009 E60 models
• Warranty: 2 years from manufacturer

Included Components

• 1x Intake tube with heat shield
• 1x Pro 5R air filter (pre-oiled)
• Mounting hardware, clamps, and couplers
• Installation instructions and warranty info

Product Description

The aFe 54-11042 Magnum FORCE Stage-2 Cold Air Intake offers a direct replacement for the factory intake on 2006-2010 BMW E60 525i/528i/530i (N52/N53). With its large Pro 5R cotton-gauze filter and precision-engineered intake tube, it boosts airflow by nearly 50%, resulting in measurable gains of +8 HP and +10 lb-ft torque--all delivered with a sharper throttle response and subtle induction tone.

This system includes an 18-gauge steel heat shield and roto-molded tube to protect from engine heat, while its CAD-optimized stack ensures smooth airflow. Installation is hassle-free with full bolt-in hardware and factory mounting locations. A 2-year warranty ensures reliability, though note the intake is CARB-exempt (D-550-38) and not street legal in California post-2009 without proper paperwork.