Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG: Air Intake Reviews

This article applies to the Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG (2007-2013).

Air induction is critical to your engine performance in the same way that breathing is to the human respiratory system. Without it, nothing happens. Air induction triggers begin internal combustion by sending air and oxygen to the engine, mixing it with fuel, and lastly creating the big bang. So, common sense would dictate that the more air you send to the engine, the better it is, but that is only partially true. You also need to focus on the temperature of the air being driven into the engine, as well as keeping it consistent to make sure it doesn't throw off any of the computer sensors. Below is a guide with the most popular and reputable aftermarket performance air intake systems for your C63 AMG.

Performance Air Intakes

Weistec "ROW" Intake

Price – $500 for a set

Power Gain – Approx 18-hp

Material – Plastic

Filter Brand – AFE ProDry

MAF Sensor Incl. – Yes

Weistec is widely known in the United States for having state of the art facilities in which some of the most wicked Mercedes are developed and tuned. Weistec is also the only U.S provider that produces superchargers for AMG vehicles that offers and stands behind their product warranty. So that gives you an idea of the reputation of the company as well as the quality of their products. "ROW" stands for "Rest of World," and this refers to the intakes as delivered on the European models of the C63 AMG. The U.S. spec air boxes are regarded as generally being inferior, so these are a popular upgrade. This particular ROW air box exceeds at keeping a relatively low cost, while delivering excellent horsepower gains. The key factor in keeping a lower price is that it's made out of plastic and not carbon fiber, which in this case is more of a positive than a negative. Recommended If you are on a budget but still desire a decent power increase.

Renntech Airbox

Price – $2,900

Power Gain – Approx 10-hp

Material – Carbon Fiber

Filter Brand – K&N Filter

MAF Sensor Incl. – Clips Only

Renntech claims that not only will you yield performance gains due to reducing the weight of your stock system, but the channeling inside the Renntech airbox is wider and allows higher volume of incoming air into your engine. This airbox is a stunning piece of carbon fiber and also adds some eye-candy to your engine bay that won't go unnoticed. The Renntech airbox includes high performance K&N air filters and includes only the holding clips for the MAF sensors. This intake is definitely for the more stylish enthusiast and would be great on a show car.

GruppeM Ram Air Intake

Price – $3,200

Power Gain – Approx 15-hp

Material – Carbon Fiber

Filter Brand – K&N Filter

MAF Sensor Incl. – No

Even if the high price doesn't make you turn away from the GrouppeM Ram Air intake system, the fact that it utilizes ram air induction to draw more air into the intake as their only performance upgrade might. Unlike the rest of the competition, the GrouppeM does not travel deeper into your intake system and into the back, instead it sits at the very front of your grille and has wider openings than the stock system. This system isn't only one of the most expensive on the market, but it also yields the smallest horsepower gain. Unless there is cash burning a hole in your pocket, there is no need to purchase this product.

Carbonio Intake

Price – $1,950

Power Gain – Approx 20-hp

Material – Carbon Fiber

Filter Brand – "Performance"

MAF Sensor Incl. – No

The Carbonio Intake claims to deliver an additional 20-hp by increasing air volume due to it's optimized shape, and smoothing airflow into the throttle body by using specific grooved channels inside the sleek carbon fiber housing. While claiming to have more horsepower increase than any of its other major competitors, it's important to keep in mind that the carbon fiber doesn't necessarily impact air intake performance, but only reduces weight and adds in the looks department. Carbonio claims to include performance air filters, but no replacement MAF sensors. For those seeking power to boot and a beautifully sculpted piece of equipment under the hood of their Benz, look no further.

Related Discussions and Sites

• Renntech Airbox Description - GMPperformace.com
• ROW Intake Discussion - MBworld.org
• Air Intake Modification - MBworld.org
• ROW Intake - MBworld.org
• GruppeM Ram Air Intake - GMPperformance.com