BMW Performance Intake Kits

Amplify your driving experience with heightened turbo/induction sound, along with increased air flow, throttle response, and overall performance.

Discover a whole new driving experience, complete with captivating induction sounds, heightened throttle response, and noises you have not yet heard from your turbo. Unleash the full potential of your turbo and engine by ditching the restrictive enclosed intake box. The factory intake is no match for your N55 paired with the Luft-Technik Intak Intake.

It is important to highlight the distinctive dual-cone filter design, featuring a standard conical shape with a smaller inverted cone in the center. This configuration produces an exhilarating sound when lifting off the throttle. The airflow pattern as air exits the filter creates a unique turbo flutter sound, adding to the excitement of the driving experience.

The stock intake box, often labeled as a muffler/silencer, is engineered to dampen induction noise for a more refined ride. However, as enthusiasts, we crave the exhilarating sound of our induction as we accelerate. Our ECS intake is tailored for enthusiasts who seek a heightened driving experience. Crafted with function in mind, it features a silicone coupler, rotomolded inlet tube, heat shield, and filter, seamlessly integrating with the OE fresh air scoop and utilizing stock mounting locations. Experience enhanced performance and a renewed passion for driving with the ECS Luft-Technik Intake for your N55.

Key benefits:

Increased induction noise
Enhanced throttle response
+7 WHP / +14 FT-LBS TQ(peak gains) and +12 WHP / +15 FT-LBS (max gains)
Free-flowing for decreased strain on the turbo
Unique sounds from the dual-cone filter
Factory MAF scaling
Mounts to factory locations
Online installation instructions
Design:

Durable, lightweight 5052 heat-shield, finished in wrinkle black powder coat
4 Ply silicone coupler
Billet aluminum MAF flange
Rotomolded intake tube with smooth internal tubing for uninterrupted flow
Installs in front of the factory cold air duct
Kit Contents:

Silicone turbo coupler
Rotomolded inlet tube
Powder coated heatshield
Dual cone filter
Seals, clamps and hardware for installation

Transform the M550i/M850i engine bay with the Dinan carbon fiber intake system and enjoy added top end power, improved throttle response as well as an overhauled visual appearance that embodies the raw strength of the stout V8 motor!

To propel these hefty, yet capable, luxury vehicles, a large volume of air is required to be fed into two powerful turbochargers. The stock airboxes that provide this air utilize restrictive panel filters and artificially limit air volume. With a few small tweaks, however, a more efficient system with increased flow capacity that yields more power can be achieved. That is exactly what Dinan has done with the revised and improved carbon fiber cold air intake system for the M550i and M850i. Retaining the factory lower boxes for simplicity but enlarging the air box lids via the removal of the unused "U" channels afforded the opportunity to be able to not only increase volume by 54%, but also allowed the use of bespoke high-flow cone filters with 22% more surface area than the factory panel filters. The improvements continue down the intake tract with the enlarged volume of air transitioning into an organically shaped intake pipe that grants a more natural and unhindered flow path into the turbo. The combination of these improved features means the engine is allowed to ingest more cold air with less restriction resulting in top end gains of +17 WHP / +18 ft-lbs of torque.

Performance aside, the cosmetics of the system have also undergone a massive makeover and now showcase a luxurious 2x2 gloss carbon weave instead of the lifeless black plastic seen in stock trim. The natural shapes/lines that were integrated to improve flow dynamics are extended beyond the engineering of the kit and are on full display outwardly as well. The muscular form offers a not-so-subtle reminder to the might the potent powerplant can, and will, deliver. Get yours, and 'flex the flow.'

Features:

More Power: Max gains of 17 WHP and 18 lb-ft of torque @ 5500 RPM without additional modifications Improved throttle response Outflows factory intake Larger volume air box (54% larger than stock) for increased breathability 34% increase in filter area (stock: 76.3in², Dinan: 102.1in²) for optimum flow Sealed system ensuring only colder outside air is utilized Quick and easy installation

If you are looking to replace your stock chargepipe for better reliability and higher performance, the Burger Motorsports designed and Phoenix Racing built Performance Aluminum Chargepipe is an excellent choice! This aluminum chargepipe is significantly stronger than the stock plastic pipe and the powder coated aluminum looks great and will resist any corrosion. Plus, this chargepipe features a 3 inch design for optimal flow at all RPMs, prevent restriction that would normally be seen with the stock pipe. This is perfect for someone looking to upgrade a stock or tuned N54!

Specs and Features:

• Aluminum Construction
• Black Powder Coating
• 3" Diameter
• CNC Machined Throttle Body Flange
• Dual 1/8" NPT Bungs
• High Pressure T-Bolt Clamps
• All Required Installation Hardware

O-rings and retaining clip must be reused from the original pipe or purchased new for proper installation.

Revolutionize your driving experience with the E46 M3 Valved Performance Catback Exhaust from Turner. Crafted for the discerning driver, this lightweight and free-flowing exhaust boast two independent valved mufflers, offering two distinct driving experiences. Shedding 19lbs or more from the factory exhaust, the Turner catback delivers refined daily driving with closed valves, providing a smooth exhaust note. When the valves open, unleash an untamed racecar roar, experiencing heightened performance and a pure S54 sound. The flexibility to switch between the two at the touch of a button offers the best of both worlds.

Key Features:

• 19lbs or more weight savings
• In-house design using FARO ARM laser scanning and SolidWorks 3D CAD modeling
• Retains factory emissions
• Compatible with factory or aftermarket headers/front sections
• Mandrel-bent dual 2.5" 304SS pipe
• High-flow dual valved, stainless steel mufflers
• Vacuum actuated valves for adjustable sound
• Integrated x-pipe for improved exhaust note
• Kit includes E46 M3 midsection, dual valved mufflers, valve actuators, remote key fobs, exhaust gaskets and hardware, new center exhaust hangers
• Optional 3.5" Brushed or Chrome tips
• Free Doorbuster: S54 Open Intake

S54 Open Intake:

Amplify airflow and let your S54 breathe with the Turner Open Intake System. With a 200% greater flow than the factory airbox, this intake enhances induction noises, providing an exhilarating auditory experience. The design integrates seamlessly with OE fresh air scoops, maintaining stock mounting locations and incorporating a 4" conical filter for maximum flow and filtration efficiency.

Features:

• 200% greater flow than the factory airbox
• Wrinkle Black Powdercoated Heat Shield
• Precision fit heat shield for cool air intake
• Utilizes OE fresh air inlet scoop
• Aluminum MAF housing maintains OEM MAF scaling
• 4" conical hi-flow reusable air filter

Add power and sound to your E36 with a performance exhaust system and free-flowing intake!

Performance Axle-Back Exhaust - E36 M3:

Finally the answer to your E36 exhaust woes! Upgrade from your old, crusty or quiet exhaust that lacks the OOMPH you want to hear when stepping on the gas. Our crew at Turner have been describing this exhaust with words like “symphony” and “hearty” with its smooth and low frequency tone. This is the kind of exhaust we stand outside and listen to as our residential test vehicle rolls out from work heading off in the distance while singing the oh so sweet straight six sound.

Our new E36 cat-back is a tribute to the E36 M3 in more ways than one. The exhaust features 90s styling exhaust tips to compliment the sharp yet rudimentary body lines. Just like the E36 our exhaust was designed to be raw, straight to the point, lightweight and timeless.

To accomplish these goals our engineers revved up their creativity and went straight to work. Adapting straight to the mid-pipes our engineers transformed the lackluster 2.0” tubing and stepped up to a true-dual 2.5” exhaust with an integrated x-pipe to smooth out the flow and fine tune the exhaust note just how we wanted. Towards the rear of the vehicle you will find a light-weight and perfectly spec’d muffler featuring fabricated sheet metal hangers, slash cut integrated tips and achieves a fine-tuned exhaust note.

We can only hope the community enjoys this exhaust as much as we at Turner enjoy it. As a part of the community, we are excited to offer this awesome exhaust for all to enjoy.

Non-M Fitment:
Although we designed this exhaust specifically for the M3 model we felt it was a shame to rob this exhaust opportunity from the Non-M E36 owners. Face it, every straight six deserves a sweet exhaust. If you or your fellow enthusiasts feel so inclined our exhaust can be fitted to all standard 6 cylinder E36s. ** For non-m E36s you will have to slightly bend the exhaust hangers to get perfect fitment in the non-m rear bumper/diffuser. **

- CLICK HERE - for a sample of just how good your S50 or S52 can sound!

Why the upgrade?

By now your E36 M3 is approaching 30 years of age and you have a few possible exhaust situations:

- One of the options is you still have the factory exhaust and it is at the end of its life, it could be covered in rust and unsightly or packed solid with soot deposits which is not helping the weight, flow or tone of your exhaust.

- A second option is that you have an aftermarket exhaust that you fitted years ago and it is seeing the same fate as the factory muffler just at an expedited rate, the muffler is no longer sounding or performing the same and needs to be swapped out.

- Another probable exhaust situation you could find yourself in is that you have an exhaust fitted on your M3 that you think sounds good and had no intentions of changing it but after seeing and hearing our exhaust you find yourself wanting a new look, sound, and sense of enjoyment from driving your E36.

Features and Benefits:

Improved flow
Increased pipe diameter
Lightweight (22lbs!)
Integrated x-pipe for improved exhaust note
Deep and refined exhaust note with increased volume
Retains factory emissions
Utilizes factory exhaust hangers
Mandrel-bent dual 2.5" 304SS pipe
Compatible with M3 and replica M3 rear bumpers
Design:

Turner In-house designed and engineered using FARO ARM laser scanning technology and SolidWorks 3D CAD modeling for precision fitment.
Durable 304 Stainless Steel
Aggressive styling with integrated, engraved, slash-cut exhaust tips
Larger diameter tubing (2.5” up from just under 2”), X-pipe design, and passthrough resonator allows for freer flowing exhaust, increased power, and a louder, more engaging driving experience
Sheet metal mounting brackets on muffler designed to utilize stock mounting locations
Fits with OEM and aftermarket Turner Motorsport ABS Diffuser
Accuseal style clamps allow adjustability in system while still creating a firm seal around each exhaust section
Installation:

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Product Development:

Our Turner E36 Exhaust was designed, engineered, tested and quality inspected by our Research and Development team at Turner. Nothing but the highest level of precision and quality through leading-edge product development technology including FARO laser scanning for reverse engineering and quality inspection, SolidWorks 3D CAD modeling, rapid prototyping utilizing our in-house 3D printer and rigorous long term product testing.

Performance Carbon Intake Systems - E36 6 Cyl Models:

In 2023 our team at Turner can proudly say we are still fixated on the E36 chassis, our group of engineers and technicians own a multitude of E36 chassis including an early model vert, 95 M3 and Z3m(still counts!). To pay tribute to this chassis we spent a great deal of time to ensure we crafted THE best intake possible for the beloved chassis. We made separate kits tailored to each of the 6 cylinder variations with options for OBD1, OBD2 and vehicles equipped with automatic stability control.

Built from the throttle body forwards, our ground-up designed e36 intake offers a closed lid design that, when paired with our powder coated heat shield, keeps your intake temps cool, all while packaging neatly into the engine bay, ensuring your intake is working as efficiently as possible while looking as good as ever. Our versatile intake includes all the provisions from the intake to the throttle body inlet, making every adjustment along the way to fit with whichever 6-cylinder USDM E36 you have, fitting all ASC and non-ASC, M and Non-M, and OBD1 and OBD2 variants.

Carbon, OEM+ styling with added air induction and lower intake air temperatures. To go the extra mile this kit includes new upgraded silicone throttle body and maf inlet tubes. With the new silicone tubing you can replace your worn or damaged rubber boots to ensure your car is running the best it can be. If the features alone don't sell you take a look at the photos to see just how good your engine bay could look. All of this along with install instructions makes the Turner E36 intake the clear choice for your vehicle. With this many features, there is no competition on the market that can compare.

Features and benefits:

Increased air flow
Added air induction volume
Upgraded silicone throttle body MAF inlets
Enhanced engine bay aesthetic
Retains factory cold air inlet
Factory cruise control mounting
Individualized designs for all 6 cylinder variations
Design:

Heatshield Utilizes lightweight 5052 Aluminum construction finished in wrinkle black powder coat, mounting directly to the stock airbox locations
Clever design integrates stock intake snorkel, ensuring intake is receiving optimal flow and the coldest air
Utilizes stock mounting locations on frame rail and wheel arch
Cruise control motor mounts directly to Turner Heatshield, allowing for enclosed design while retaining near-stock location
Two silicone intake boot designs allow for the ability to retain or delete the ASC+T valve based on user preference
3.75” Conical Turner Motorsport Air Filter maximizes airflow given the space restrictions and allows the engine to breath freer
Retains Stock MAF Sensor
High-gloss carbon intake cover
Air box mounting for IAT sensor
Kit Contents:

Aluminum airbox - powder coat black
Carbon fiber intake cover
Reinforced silicone throttle body inlet
Reinforced silicone MAF coupler
Aluminum intake inlet - powder coat black
Charcoal canister spacer (obd1 specific)
Turner high flow oiled cone filter
Installation hardware
Product Devlopment:

Our Turner E36 Intake Systems are designed, engineered, tested and quality inspected by our Research and Development team at Turner. Nothing but the highest level of precision and quality through leading-edge product development technology including FARO laser scanning for reverse engineering and quality inspection, SolidWorks 3D CAD modeling, rapid prototyping utilizing our in-house 3D printer and rigorous long term product testing. Performance data metrics are collected utilizing Mustang AWD 500 SE in ground dyno and in-house Superflow SF-750 Flowbench.

Installation:

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Free-flowing intake featuring a roaring induction noise and increased performance to replace your restrictive factory intake.

Upgrade your E46 driving experience by adding induction noise and increased air flow. Let your engine breath and listen to the sweet sweet intake sounds!

With the factory intake you are limited to a finite amount of air, this leaves your engine under-served and limits induction noise. When it comes to the recipe for upgrading your E46 there are a few ingredients that you must have, power and sound. While you can add an exhaust for a bit more power and sound, the biggest difference you can make is adding power and sound under your hood with a high-flow intake. The factory intake box is also referred to as a silencer specifically designed to lower the induction noise for a refined driving experience, this helped exponentially when selling the cars out of the show room circa early 2000's. We as enthusiasts are no longer interested in subdued intake noise and limited air-flow, we want pure induction noise, we want to hear the air being sucked into the engine as we push down on the accelerator.

Key benefits:

Flows on average 71 CFM more than the stock intake system, a ~27% increase in intake efficiency
Increased induction noise
Maintains factory air induction track
Maintains Stock MAF location, allowing user to switch back to the stock airbox and retain the ECS Silicone boot if desired
Design:

Durable, lightweight 6061 and 5052 aluminum intake tube and bracket design, finished in wrinkle black powder coat
Mounts to locations on chassis utilizing Stainless Steel M6 hardware
MAF mounts to intake using aluminum brackets sealed to intake system with OEM fitment
Maximizes available engine bay space to fit oiled ECS cotton gauze 7” filter
Silicone intake boot with improved flow characteristics replaces failure-prone facotry accordion intake boot with provisions for F-connector fitting and Idle Air Control (IAC) valve inlet

This K&N performance cold air intake kit eliminates the restrictive air box in favor of a high flowing intake system that allows for greater power all throughout the power band. Every K&N intake features a premium air filter that is constructed from cotton gauze material between aluminum mesh - this makes for a long lasting, high performance intake filter. These are very easy to remove and maintain. Turner Motorsport recommends this as one of the first maintenance/modifications you make to your vehicle after you purchase!

K&N's air filters allow increased airflow - dirt and particles stick to the oil on these filters, making them more effective than traditional paper filters in terms of protection. Additionally, K&N believes their filters are more efficient than paper filers - this means more oxygen getting into the engine, allowing vaporized fuel to burn more efficiently and increasing horsepower and fuel economy. The best of both worlds!

• Covered by the K&N Million Mile Limited Warranty
• Washable and reusable
• Will not void vehicle warranty

This K&N performance cold air intake kit eliminates the restrictive air box in favor of a high flowing intake system that allows for greater power all throughout the power band. Every K&N intake features a premium air filter that is constructed from cotton gauze material between aluminum mesh - this makes for a long lasting, high performance intake filter. These are very easy to remove and maintain. Turner Motorsport recommends this as one of the first maintenance/modifications you make to your vehicle after you purchase!

K&N's air filters allow increased airflow - dirt and particles stick to the oil on these filters, making them more effective than traditional paper filters in terms of protection. Additionally, K&N believes their filters are more efficient than paper filers - this means more oxygen getting into the engine, allowing vaporized fuel to burn more efficiently and increasing horsepower and fuel economy. The best of both worlds!

• Covered by the K&N Million Mile Limited Warranty
• Washable and reusable
• Will not void vehicle warranty

Does not meet CARB emissions standards and cannot be sold to residents of California.

Boost airflow and unleash a deeper induction sound to rekindle the excitement of driving your BMW E39 530i.

The Luft-Technik Intake System from ECS Tuning is purpose-built for M54-powered 530i models, offering a performance upgrade that overcomes the restrictive factory airbox while maintaining a precise, factory-like fit. ECS Tuning engineered this system around the unique mounting geometry of the E39 chassis, ensuring an effortless bolt-on installation that integrates seamlessly with OEM components.

This performance intake features a high-flow conical air filter housed in a powder-coated aluminum heat shield, designed to seal against the hood and make full use of the factory inlet ducting. By drawing in cooler outside air, the system helps reduce intake temperatures for denser combustion and improved efficiency. A reinforced silicone intake elbow and a precision-engineered MAF housing keep the stock sensor in its proper location while smoothing airflow and reducing turbulence.

The results are immediately noticeable: quicker throttle response, a throatier intake growl, and a cleaner, performance-focused look under the hood. Built with premium materials such as stainless-steel hardware and heat-resistant silicone, ECS Tuning’s Luft-Technik Intake delivers both durability and long-term performance.

For BMW E39 530i drivers who want OE-level fitment with the benefits of sharper response, enhanced induction noise, and improved airflow, the Luft-Technik Intake by ECS Tuning is a must-have upgrade.

Key features:

21% increase in flow over the stock intake
Seals to the hood for the largest and coldest air space.
Unrestricted air flow for maximum induction noise.
The heat shield is designed to fit the E39 chassis perfectly, utilizing factory mounting locations, and creates a colder air pocket where the factory inlet duct is.
5052 powder-coated aluminum heatshield, stiff, corrosion-resistant, and finished for a long life in the swap environment.
The black silicone intake elbow and coupler is a compliant, high-temperature silicone that grips clamps and resists blow-off during repeated fitment and heat cycles.
Retains factory MAF
Stainless-steel hardware for longevity and corrosion resistance.
Fitment & compatibility:

Specifically engineered to work with utilizing that maximum air space and retaining the OEM cold air inlet. Mounts to the factory frame rail, no modification required.

Tailored to the M54B30 found in the 5-series chassis.

Kit Contents:

Heat Shield
Silicone Throttle Body Boot
MAF Mount
Silicone MAF Coupler
Inlet/Air Filter Adapter
Hi-flow ECS Conical Air Filter
E39 Specific Heat Shield Mount
Hardware for installation
Product Development: The Luft-Technik Intake System was designed, engineered, tested, and quality inspected by ECS Tuning's Research and Development team. Their process incorporates industry-leading tools and methods, including FARO laser scanning for reverse engineering and quality assurance, SolidWorks 3D CAD modeling, in-house 3D printing for rapid prototyping, and rigorous long-term product testing. Performance data is validated using both a Mustang AWD 500 SE in-ground dyno and a Superflow SF-750 Flowbench to ensure precision and reliability.