

AEM-21-786C 2016 C.A.S Mazda MX-5 Miata L4-2.0L F/I Car Cold Air Intake System
Key item features
- Vehicle Compatibility: Specifically designed for the 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata with a 2.0L L4 F/I engine.
- Performance Enhancement: Replaces the factory intake system to increase horsepower, torque, and improve throttle response.
- Durable Construction: Features a mandrel-bent aluminum intake tube with a charcoal gray powder-coated finish.
- Optimized Airflow: Draws cooler air from outside the engine bay for improved combustion efficiency.
- Advanced Filtration: Includes an oversized AEM Dryflow synthetic air filter that is oil-free, washable, and reusable.
- Engine Acoustics: Provides a more aggressive engine tone in addition to performance gains.
- Verified Performance: Dyno-tested to ensure reliable and measurable performance improvements.
- Effortless Installation: Designed for simple bolt-on installation using standard hand tools.
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- Vehicle modelMX-5 Miata
- Vehicle year2016
- Vehicle makeMazda
- Vehicle fitment typeSpecific
- Automotive parts divisionPerformance
- BrandAEM
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| Vehicle model | MX-5 MiataAEM-21-786C 2016 C.A.S Mazda MX-5 Miata L4-2.0L F/I Car Cold Air Intake System | AEM-21-781DSAEM 21-781DS Cold Air Intake System (Non-Carb Compliant) | AEM-21-779CAEM Induction 21-779C Cold Air Intake System | AEM-21-759CAEM 21-759C Cold Air Intake System (Non-CARB Compliant) Fits Select: 2014-2017 LEXUS IS | 328IAEM 21-841DS Cold Air Intake System Fits Select: BMW 328i L6-3.0L F/I; 2007-2013 | 21-784CAEM 21-784C Cold Air Intake System (Non-CARB Compliant) Fits select: 2016-2019 ACURA ILX | 21-869CAEM Induction Engine Cold Air Intake Performance Kit P/N:21-869C Fits Select: 2018-2019 Hyundai Elantra | ImprezaAEM Air Intake System Automotive Specialty Parts, 9.6 lb | Q50AEM Fits 2014-2016 Infiniti Q50 V6-3.7L F/I Cold Air Intake System | AccordAEM 21-854C C.A.S. Honda Accord L4-1.5L Automotive Specialty Parts |
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| Vehicle year | 2016AEM-21-786C 2016 C.A.S Mazda MX-5 Miata L4-2.0L F/I Car Cold Air Intake System | 2014AEM 21-781DS Cold Air Intake System (Non-Carb Compliant) | -AEM Induction 21-779C Cold Air Intake System | 2014AEM 21-759C Cold Air Intake System (Non-CARB Compliant) Fits Select: 2014-2017 LEXUS IS | 2007AEM 21-841DS Cold Air Intake System Fits Select: BMW 328i L6-3.0L F/I; 2007-2013 | 16-17AEM 21-784C Cold Air Intake System (Non-CARB Compliant) Fits select: 2016-2019 ACURA ILX | 2018AEM Induction Engine Cold Air Intake Performance Kit P/N:21-869C Fits Select: 2018-2019 Hyundai Elantra | -AEM Air Intake System Automotive Specialty Parts, 9.6 lb | -AEM Fits 2014-2016 Infiniti Q50 V6-3.7L F/I Cold Air Intake System | 2018AEM 21-854C C.A.S. Honda Accord L4-1.5L Automotive Specialty Parts |
| Vehicle make | MazdaAEM-21-786C 2016 C.A.S Mazda MX-5 Miata L4-2.0L F/I Car Cold Air Intake System | MERCEDESAEM 21-781DS Cold Air Intake System (Non-Carb Compliant) | MazdaAEM Induction 21-779C Cold Air Intake System | LexusAEM 21-759C Cold Air Intake System (Non-CARB Compliant) Fits Select: 2014-2017 LEXUS IS | BMWAEM 21-841DS Cold Air Intake System Fits Select: BMW 328i L6-3.0L F/I; 2007-2013 | AcuraAEM 21-784C Cold Air Intake System (Non-CARB Compliant) Fits select: 2016-2019 ACURA ILX | HyundaiAEM Induction Engine Cold Air Intake Performance Kit P/N:21-869C Fits Select: 2018-2019 Hyundai Elantra | SubaruAEM Air Intake System Automotive Specialty Parts, 9.6 lb | InfinitiAEM Fits 2014-2016 Infiniti Q50 V6-3.7L F/I Cold Air Intake System | HondaAEM 21-854C C.A.S. Honda Accord L4-1.5L Automotive Specialty Parts |
| Vehicle fitment type | SpecificAEM-21-786C 2016 C.A.S Mazda MX-5 Miata L4-2.0L F/I Car Cold Air Intake System | SpecificAEM 21-781DS Cold Air Intake System (Non-Carb Compliant) | SpecificAEM Induction 21-779C Cold Air Intake System | SpecificAEM 21-759C Cold Air Intake System (Non-CARB Compliant) Fits Select: 2014-2017 LEXUS IS | SpecificAEM 21-841DS Cold Air Intake System Fits Select: BMW 328i L6-3.0L F/I; 2007-2013 | SpecificAEM 21-784C Cold Air Intake System (Non-CARB Compliant) Fits select: 2016-2019 ACURA ILX | SpecificAEM Induction Engine Cold Air Intake Performance Kit P/N:21-869C Fits Select: 2018-2019 Hyundai Elantra | SpecificAEM Air Intake System Automotive Specialty Parts, 9.6 lb | SpecificAEM Fits 2014-2016 Infiniti Q50 V6-3.7L F/I Cold Air Intake System | SpecificAEM 21-854C C.A.S. Honda Accord L4-1.5L Automotive Specialty Parts |
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Unleash the full performance potential of your 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2.0L with the AEM 21-786C Cold Air Intake System. This advanced cold air intake is designed to increase horsepower, torque, and throttle response by replacing your vehicle’s restrictive factory air intake components. Featuring a mandrel-bent aluminum intake tube with a durable charcoal gray powder-coated finish, this system is as sleek as it is effective. The oversized AEM Dryflow synthetic air filter is oil-free, washable, and reusable, delivering exceptional airflow and filtration while being easy to maintain. Positioned to draw cooler air from outside the engine bay, the 21-786C intake system improves combustion efficiency for enhanced performance and sound. With simple bolt-on installation, this intake is the ideal upgrade for Miata drivers seeking responsive, reliable performance.
- AEM-21-786C 2016 C.A.S Mazda MX-5 Miata L4-2.0L F/I Car Cold Air Intake System
- Fits 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata with 2.0L L4 F/I engine
- Replaces restrictive factory intake system to increase horsepower and torque
- Mandrel-bent aluminum intake tube with durable charcoal gray powder-coated finish
- Draws cooler air from outside the engine bay for improved combustion and efficiency
- Includes oversized AEM Dryflow synthetic air filter—oil-free, washable, and reusable
- Improves throttle response and provides a more aggressive engine tone
- Dyno-tested for reliable and measurable performance gains
- Simple bolt-on installation using standard hand tools
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