ALTA Cold Air Intake System
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ALTA Cold Air Intake System - MINI Cooper S (R53) - Automatic
ALTA Performance builds cold air intake systems that pull in cooler, denser air from outside the engine bay, giving your MINI Cooper S a genuine gain in horsepower and torque over the restrictive factory airbox. This kit is engineered specifically for cars fitted with an automatic transmission, so the intake tube and heat shield clear the auto ancillaries without modification.
This listing covers the MINI Cooper S (R53) fitted with an automatic transmission. It is available in Red or Black finish via the variant selector on this listing, sharing the same core hardware and performance specification.
Note: This kit is built for automatic equipped R53 Cooper S models only. Manual transmission cars require a different intake tube routing and are not compatible with this SKU.
Key Features
- Reduces intake air temperature for a cooler, denser air charge
- Increases horsepower and torque over the factory airbox
- Smooth mandrel bent tube for improved airflow
- Heat shielding to isolate intake air from engine bay heat
- Available in Red or Black finish
- Designed specifically around the automatic transmission layout
Vehicle compatibility, OEM part numbers, and fitment notes are provided in the tabs above. Please ensure your MINI's transmission type and model year are confirmed before ordering.
Not sure if this kit suits your build? Contact our team at sales@chicaneaustralia.com.au for expert advice.
Vehicle Compatibility
| Make | Model | Chassis | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|
| MINI | Cooper S | R53 | - |
Technical Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Available Colours | Red, Black |
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