K&N 69-2021TP Typhoon Cold Air Intake for 2002-07 Mini Cooper S 1.6L

Vehicle Fitment

• 2002-2007 Mini (BMW) Cooper S (R50/R52/R53), 1.6L Supercharged I4

Features

• Premium 69 Series Typhoon cold air intake system
• Mandrel-bent polished aluminum intake tube
• High-flow red washable/reusable oiled cotton gauze air filter
• Designed to increase horsepower and torque
• Improves throttle response and engine sound
• Direct fit replacement for restrictive factory intake
• Includes mounting hardware and clamps for simple install
• Cone filter design with large surface area for better airflow
• CARB EO D-269-38 (50-state legal for California and others)

Specifications

• Part Number: 69-2021TP
• Engine: 1.6L Supercharged I4
• Estimated Horsepower Gain: ~4.10 hp @ ~5997 RPM
• Estimated Torque Gain: ~3.6 lb-ft
• Filter Material: Oiled Cotton Gauze
• Intake Tube: 2.5" Diameter Polished Aluminum
• Clamp Material: Stainless Steel (4x included)
• Couplers Included: 1x
• Replacement Filter: RU-4950
• Cone Filter Height: ~5.5"; Base Ø ~6"
• CARB EO: D-269-38 (California emissions legal)

Included Components

• 1x Typhoon cold air intake tube assembly
• 1x High-flow washable/reusable red oiled cotton air filter
• 4x Stainless steel clamps
• 1x Intake coupler
• Mounting hardware

Product Description

The K&N 69-2021TP Typhoon Cold Air Intake System is a vehicle-specific performance air intake designed to replace the restrictive factory airbox and improve engine breathing on 2002-2007 Mini Cooper S models equipped with the 1.6L supercharged I4 engine. Engineered from high-quality polished aluminum with a mandrel-bent design, this intake increases airflow while maintaining excellent filtration with a washable and reusable high-flow cotton gauze filter. The system is CARB certified (EO D-269-38), making it street legal in all U.S. states that adopt California emissions standards.

Installation is straightforward using included hardware and clamps, typically taking about 60-90 minutes with basic hand tools. Drivers can expect a measurable improvement in throttle response, slight horsepower and torque gains, and a more aggressive intake sound under acceleration. The washable filter requires servicing approximately every 100,000 miles under normal highway driving conditions, offering long-term value and performance.