AEM's Performance Cold Air Intake Systems are designed, tuned and dyno-tested to give your engine more power and acceleration by replacing the restrictive factory air filter, air intake tubing and air box assembly.
The AEM-21-786C Performance Cold Air Intake System produces horsepower and torque gains by replacing your vehicle's restrictive factory air filter and air intake housing. This air intake system was designed, tuned and dyno-tested to fit select Mazda MX-5 Miata models. Air enters the system through an oversized AEM Dryflow synthetic washable air filter for outstanding air flow, filtration and performance. The air filter is located in the original air box space and is protected by a heat shield which is designed to reduce intake air temperature and increase horsepower. Attached to the heat shield is an aluminum coolant overflow reservoir that replaces the stock reservoir so that the air intake will fit properly. The air intake tubing is constructed from mandrel-bent aluminum featuring a durable gunmetal gray powder coated finish. This air intake system was developed to accommodate the engine's factory emissions control devices including the mass air flow sensor and PCV hose. The tapered cylinder shaped AEM Dryflow air filter is made from an oil-free, synthetic filter media that can be used for up to 100,000 miles before cleaning is needed (depending on driving conditions). The air intake system is easy to install with commonly available tools.
- Increases horsepower
- Tuned and dyno-tested to improve acceleration and engine sound
- Aluminum coolant overflow reservoir attached to heat shield to replace stock reservoir
- Easy to install using commonly available tools
- Air filter lasts up to 100,000 miles before cleaning is required (depending on driving conditions)
- Washable and reusable oil-free filter media
- Low restriction aluminum tubing
Application Summary:
| Year |
Make/Model |
| 2019 |
Mazda MX-5 |
| 2023-2025 |
Mazda MX-5 |
| 2016-2022 |
Mazda MX-5 Miata |
| Attributes |
| Air Box Included |
No |
| Air Filter Color |
Red |
| Air Filter Element Washable |
Yes |
| Air Filter Material |
Non-woven Synthetic |
| Air Filter Outlet Shape |
Round |
| Air Filter Washable |
Yes |
| Alternate Part Number |
AEM-21-786C |
| California Proposition 65 |
WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov |
| California Restricted |
Not legal for sale or use in California |
| Clamp Color |
Black |
| Clamp Color/Finish |
Black |
| Clamp Material |
Stainless Steel |
| Clamp Quantity |
3 |
| Clamp Style |
Regular |
| Clamps Included |
3 |
| Country of Origin (Primary) |
US |
| Coupler Color |
Black |
| Coupler Color/Finish |
Black |
| Couplers Included |
1 |
| Emission Code |
Not in CA |
| Estimated Horse Power Gain |
8 HP @ 6000 RPM |
| Estimated Horsepower Gain |
8 HP @ 6000 RPM |
| Filter Color |
Red |
| Filter Material |
Non-woven Synthetic |
| GTIN |
00024844364371 |
| Harmonized Tariff Code (Schedule B) |
8421310000 |
| Hazardous Material Code |
N |
| Horse Power Increase |
8 HP |
| Intake Pipe Color |
Gunmetal Gray |
| Intake Pipe Color / Finish |
Gunmetal Gray |
| Intake Pipe Material |
Aluminum |
| Intake Pipe Ports |
All intake tube ports needed for the specified applications are included |
| Item Weight |
8.000 lbs. (3.6 kg) |
| Life Cycle Status Code |
Available to Order |
| Mass Air Flow Sensor Adapter Included |
No |
| Mass Air Flow Sensor Included |
Mass Air Flow Sensor Adapter Included When Required |
| Mounting Hardware Included |
Yes |
| NAFTA Preference Criterion Code |
B |
| Oil Included |
No, No Filter Oil Required |
| Package Material |
Corrugated |
| Package Type |
Box |
| Product Box Height |
12.250 in. (311mm) |
| Product Box Length |
20.250 in. (514mm) |
| Product Box Width |
12.250 in. (311mm) |
| Product Style |
AEM Cold Air Intake System |
| RPM |
6000 |
| Replacement Filter |
21-2157DK |
| SDR Required Flag |
N |
| Standard Pack |
1 |
| Street Legal |
No |
| Street Legal In All US States |
Not legal for sale or use in California on any pollution controlled motor vehicle. |
| System Type |
Cold Air Induction |
| TUV Approved (Europe) |
No |
| Warranty |
Limited Lifetime |
| Weight |
8 lb (3.6 kg) |