Trüpower Mini Cooper R56 Cold Air Intakes allow your turbocharged engine to breathe the way it was meant to breathe. Heat is the enemy of any engine. Cold air is denser with higher oxygen content. As a result, when colder air enters the engine, power and torque will increase. Vehicle manufacturers use restrictive, plastic pipes that are prone to fail and choke your engine. Trüpower pipes have smooth bends which allow for smooth airflow. Most factory pipes use accordion bends which restrict airflow and cause air turbulence or turbo lag. Factory pipes are thinner in diameter which also restricts airflow. Trüpower Mini Cooper R56 Air Intake Pipes use 2.5” T6061 high-grade aluminum piping to ensure increased airflow. Smooth, unrestricted airflow will improve engine performance, improve engine and fuel efficiency, increase throttle response for faster acceleration and maximize the power output of your Mini Cooper R56 turbo engine.