k&n filter for x3 - XBimmers

GBMW6612 · 01-05-2012, 10:37 PM

Just got my new 2012 BMW X3M and was just thinking about putting a k&n filter in. Is it a good idea or not ? this is my first BMW and with all the computer gizmos etc. is this a good idea or worth while? I have always installed one in my previous vehicles 97 corvette, 2005 ford f150. Appreciate your thoughts

Thanks.

bren · 01-05-2012, 11:08 PM

I don't think anyone has ever really proven there to be any benefit, but if it makes you happy....

02420X3 · 01-05-2012, 11:26 PM

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Originally Posted by GBMW6612

Just got my new 2012 BMW X3M and was just thinking about putting a k&n filter in. Is it a good idea or not ? this is my first BMW and with all the computer gizmos etc. is this a good idea or worth while? I have always installed one in my previous vehicles 97 corvette, 2005 ford f150. Appreciate your thoughts

Thanks.

I suggest that you do a Search on this forum using the keyword K&N.

Beyu · 01-06-2012, 01:42 AM

Check out this thread

http://x3.xbimmers.com/forums/showth...ighlight=k%26n

It's not recommended that you change out the OEM filter for a K&N one or any aftermarket ones since BMW could potentially void your warranty.

tuco44 · 01-06-2012, 01:50 PM

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Originally Posted by GBMW6612

Just got my new 2012 BMW X3M and was just thinking about putting a k&n filter in. Is it a good idea or not ? this is my first BMW and with all the computer gizmos etc. is this a good idea or worth while? I have always installed one in my previous vehicles 97 corvette, 2005 ford f150. Appreciate your thoughts

Thanks.

Simple answer - no, don't do it.

Also, search the forum before asking.

Horsedoc67 · 01-06-2012, 07:28 PM

There has been quite a bit written in the forums about this subject. I have had K&N filters in about 15 vehicles in the last 20 yrs and have had no problems related to these filters, but after reading how poorly they filter out the smaller particulate matter I will use them no more. I put a K&N in my 2010 Z4 35i for a few thousand miles but replaced it with the OEM after reading the specs. on the K&N. My X3 will use one OEM air filters.

08E92M3 · 01-08-2012, 09:21 PM

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Originally Posted by GBMW6612

Just got my new 2012 BMW X3M and was just thinking about putting a k&n filter in. Is it a good idea or not ? this is my first BMW and with all the computer gizmos etc. is this a good idea or worth while? I have always installed one in my previous vehicles 97 corvette, 2005 ford f150. Appreciate your thoughts

Thanks.

X3M is out already?

n55x3 · 01-09-2012, 08:32 AM

There is no 'X3M' yet but there is an M Sports package you can select that gives you updated wheels, sport seats, and some other appearance goodies.

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GBMW6612 Enlisted Member Drives: 2012 BMW X3M Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 48 iTrader: (0)	k&n filter for x3 Just got my new 2012 BMW X3M and was just thinking about putting a k&n filter in. Is it a good idea or not ? this is my first BMW and with all the computer gizmos etc. is this a good idea or worth while? I have always installed one in my previous vehicles 97 corvette, 2005 ford f150. Appreciate your thoughts Thanks.
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01-05-2012, 11:08 PM	#2
bren user Drives: German Camaro Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: MD Posts: 229 iTrader: (0)	I don't think anyone has ever really proven there to be any benefit, but if it makes you happy....

01-06-2012, 01:42 AM	#4
Beyu Lieutenant Drives: 135i Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: WA Posts: 579 iTrader: (0)	Check out this thread http://x3.xbimmers.com/forums/showth...ighlight=k%26n It's not recommended that you change out the OEM filter for a K&N one or any aftermarket ones since BMW could potentially void your warranty.

01-06-2012, 07:28 PM	#6
Horsedoc67 Private Drives: 2010 35i Z4 2011 X3 35i Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Ventura, CA Posts: 55 iTrader: (0)	There has been quite a bit written in the forums about this subject. I have had K&N filters in about 15 vehicles in the last 20 yrs and have had no problems related to these filters, but after reading how poorly they filter out the smaller particulate matter I will use them no more. I put a K&N in my 2010 Z4 35i for a few thousand miles but replaced it with the OEM after reading the specs. on the K&N. My X3 will use one OEM air filters.

01-09-2012, 08:32 AM	#8
n55x3 Lieutenant Drives: n55 BMWs Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: us Posts: 425 iTrader: (0)	There is no 'X3M' yet but there is an M Sports package you can select that gives you updated wheels, sport seats, and some other appearance goodies.