2016 Ford Mustang Engine Cold Air Intakes

If you’re revving up your 2016 Ford Mustang’s performance, adding a cold air intake is a fantastic step, but maintaining that intake is key to getting the most out of it. Regularly check for any signs of wear and tear, like cracks in the intake hose or dirt and debris clogging the filter, which can seriously stifle airflow and affect engine efficiency. You might notice reduced power, increased fuel consumption, or even hear a strange whistling sound when the car is running—these can all be symptoms of a failing cold air intake. Keeping an eye on these elements not only ensures your Mustang performs at its best but also extends the life of your engine’s components.

Essential Engine Cold Air Intake Maintenance for Your 2016 Ford Mustang

If you’re looking to crank up the performance of your 2016 Ford Mustang, upgrading to a cold air intake is a fantastic step that can give your engine a boost in horsepower and fuel efficiency. Cold air intakes work by allowing cooler, denser air to flow into your engine, enhancing combustion and ultimately improving power output. At Advance Auto Parts, we understand the importance of quality when it comes to auto parts, which is why we stock trusted brands that offer reliable and durable cold air intake systems tailored for Mustangs. Not only do we have a wide selection to help you find the perfect fit, but our knowledgeable staff is ready to assist you in making an informed decision. Remember, investing in quality parts not only promises better performance but also the peace of mind that comes with enhancing your ride’s longevity.

Cost of Engine Cold Air Intakes for Your 2016 Ford Mustang

When it comes to upgrading your ride’s performance, a cold air intake can work wonders, and at Advance Auto Parts, we’ve got some solid options to consider. Our selection features top brands that you can trust for quality and performance, all while keeping your budget in mind. Prices range from $349.99 to $428.99, with an average cost of around $383.45, allowing you to find something that fits your needs without breaking the bank. Whether you’re looking for improved horsepower or simply want to give your engine a little more breathability, you can shop confidently knowing you’re getting the best in aftermarket parts.

Complete Your 2016 Ford Mustang Engine Cold Air Intake Job with the Right Tools and Parts

When you’re upgrading or maintaining your engine’s cold air intake, there are a few related products that can really enhance your setup, like performance air filters and heat shields to help keep things cool under the hood. You’ll probably need a few specific tools, such as a socket set, pliers, and screwdrivers to make the installation smoother; if you’re dealing with stubborn screws or fittings, a torque wrench can come in handy to avoid stripping them. Remember, safety first! Always wear gloves and goggles to protect yourself from sharp edges or flying debris, and make sure your engine is cool before you dive in—no one wants a nasty burn while trying to boost their vehicle’s performance!

Engine Cold Air Intakes for Your 2016 Ford Mustang

K&N – Cold Air Intake: Adds Up To 19 Horsepower, With Million Mile Air Filter (Part No.69-3535TP)

Cold Air Intake: Adds Up To 19 Horsepower, With Million Mile Air Filter

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$419.99
K&N air intake systems are engineered for increased performance, outstanding durability, and sleek aesthetics – and are available in an assortment of finishes and powder coatings. K&N’s state-of-the-art High-Flow Air Filter helps to shield your engine from contaminants, while a meticulously engineered aerodynamic tube design contributes to a guaranteed increase in horsepower and torque. K&N air intake systems are designed to improve acceleration, towing, and throttle response while providing world class protection for your engine. Our intakes are dyno-tested and provide up to 50% more airflow compared to OEM intake systems. K&N intakes are easy to install and maintain with air filter cleaning required only every 100,000 miles.

Product Features:
  • GUARANTEED INCREASE IN HORSEPOWER: Dyno-tested with up to 50% more airflow than restrictive factory box air filter and intake tube
  • BETTER TOWING: Improves acceleration and uphill performance when towing by improving throttle response.
  • IMPROVED ENGINE SOUND: Hear the power under the hood.
  • WORLD CLASS PROTECTION: Pushing the limits of engine protection by protecting your engine from harmful contaminants
  • EASY MAINTENANCE: No filter cleaning required for up to 100,000 miles
  • EASY TO INSTALL: Bolt-on power in less than an hour with basic hand tools. K&N air intake systems are one of the easiest ways to guarantee an increase in horsepower.
  • DYNO TESTED: Dyno-tested for a guaranteed increase in horsepower and acceleration with no ECU tune required
  • HIGH QUALITY: Made in America.
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K&N – Cold Air Intake: Adds Up To 12 Horsepower, With Million Mile Air Filter (Part No.69-3536TTK)

Cold Air Intake: Adds Up To 12 Horsepower, With Million Mile Air Filter

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$419.99
K&N air intake systems are engineered for increased performance, outstanding durability, and sleek aesthetics – and are available in an assortment of finishes and powder coatings. K&N’s state-of-the-art High-Flow Air Filter helps to shield your engine from contaminants, while a meticulously engineered aerodynamic tube design contributes to a guaranteed increase in horsepower and torque. K&N air intake systems are designed to improve acceleration, towing, and throttle response while providing world class protection for your engine. Our intakes are dyno-tested and provide up to 50% more airflow compared to OEM intake systems. K&N intakes are easy to install and maintain with air filter cleaning required only every 100,000 miles.

Product Features:
  • GUARANTEED INCREASE IN HORSEPOWER: Dyno-tested with up to 50% more airflow than restrictive factory box air filter and intake tube
  • BETTER TOWING: Improves acceleration and uphill performance when towing by improving throttle response.
  • IMPROVED ENGINE SOUND: Hear the power under the hood.
  • WORLD CLASS PROTECTION: Pushing the limits of engine protection by protecting your engine from harmful contaminants
  • EASY MAINTENANCE: No filter cleaning required for up to 100,000 miles
  • EASY TO INSTALL: Bolt-on power in less than an hour with basic hand tools. K&N air intake systems are one of the easiest ways to guarantee an increase in horsepower.
  • DYNO TESTED: Dyno-tested for a guaranteed increase in horsepower and acceleration with no ECU tune required
  • HIGH QUALITY: Made in America.
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K&N – Cold Air Intake: Adds Up To 17 Horsepower, With Million Mile Air Filter (Part No.63-2590)

Cold Air Intake: Adds Up To 17 Horsepower, With Million Mile Air Filter

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$367.99
K&N air intake systems are engineered for increased performance, outstanding durability, and sleek aesthetics – and are available in an assortment of finishes and powder coatings. K&N’s state-of-the-art High-Flow Air Filter helps to shield your engine from contaminants, while a meticulously engineered aerodynamic tube design contributes to a guaranteed increase in horsepower and torque. K&N air intake systems are designed to improve acceleration, towing, and throttle response while providing world class protection for your engine. Our intakes are dyno-tested and provide up to 50% more airflow compared to OEM intake systems. K&N intakes are easy to install and maintain with air filter cleaning required only every 100,000 miles.

Product Features:
  • GUARANTEED INCREASE IN HORSEPOWER: Dyno-tested with up to 50% more airflow than restrictive factory box air filter and intake tube
  • BETTER TOWING: Improves acceleration and uphill performance when towing by improving throttle response.
  • IMPROVED ENGINE SOUND: Hear the power under the hood.
  • WORLD CLASS PROTECTION: Pushing the limits of engine protection by protecting your engine from harmful contaminants
  • EASY MAINTENANCE: No filter cleaning required for up to 100,000 miles
  • EASY TO INSTALL: Bolt-on power in less than an hour with basic hand tools. K&N air intake systems are one of the easiest ways to guarantee an increase in horsepower.
  • DYNO TESTED: Dyno-tested for a guaranteed increase in horsepower and acceleration with no ECU tune required
  • HIGH QUALITY: Made in America.
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K&N – Cold Air Intake: Adds Up To 18 Horsepower, With Million Mile Air Filter (Part No.71-3535)

Cold Air Intake: Adds Up To 18 Horsepower, With Million Mile Air Filter

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$419.99
The K&N 71-3535 Blackhawk Induction Air Intake System is a free-flowing, mandrel-bent aluminum tube air intake system that is guaranteed to gain power. It replaces the restrictive factory air filter and air intake housing on specific Ford Mustang GT models. This low restriction air intake allows your engine to inhale a larger amount of air than it would from the stock air intake. More air means more power and acceleration. This K&N Blackhawk Induction Air Intake System comes with black components including the K&N high-flow air filter with heat shield. The attractive textured black powder-coated tube features a welded, engraved K&N plate giving you a clean, high-performance look under the hood. The intake tube accommodates the factory mass air sensor as well as the crank case vent, idle bypass and EVAP vent hoses. The oversized cone shaped 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. This air intake is relatively easy to install usually in 90 minutes or less using the existing factory mounting points using commonly available tools. Some K&N Blackhawk Induction Systems are not legal for sale or use in California and other states adopting California emission standards while others are 50 state legal. View the 71-3535 vehicle applications to determine the legal status for each vehicle.

Product Features:
  • GUARANTEED INCREASE IN HORSEPOWER: Dyno-tested with up to 50% more airflow than restrictive factory box air filter and intake tube
  • BETTER TOWING: Improves acceleration and uphill performance when towing by improving throttle response.
  • IMPROVED ENGINE SOUND: Hear the power under the hood.
  • WORLD CLASS PROTECTION: Pushing the limits of engine protection by protecting your engine from harmful contaminants
  • EASY MAINTENANCE: No filter cleaning required for up to 100,000 miles
  • EASY TO INSTALL: Bolt-on power in less than an hour with basic hand tools. K&N air intake systems are one of the easiest ways to guarantee an increase in horsepower.
  • DYNO TESTED: Dyno-tested for a guaranteed increase in horsepower and acceleration with no ECU tune required
  • HIGH QUALITY: Made in America.
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Edelbrock – Competition Air Intake No. 15868 For 15-17 Mustang GT Supercharger Kits (Part No.15868)

Competition Air Intake No. 15868 For 15-17 Mustang GT Supercharger Kits

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$671.99
Edelbrock Competition Air Intake Kit No. 15868 is designed for use on 2015-2017 Ford Mustangs with the Edelbrock Supercharger kit and modular inlet. This intake kit features a sealed airbox design with a fresh air inlet that reduces restriction at the front of the supercharger inlet resulting in a 41 horsepower increase. A larger 95mm MAF housing increases the range of OEM MAF sensors to provide more room to grow over the stock airbox assembly.
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aFe POWER – Momentum GT Cold Air Intake: Gain up to 15 Horsepower! Oiled Air Filter For Maximum Airflow (Part No.54-73203)

Momentum GT Cold Air Intake: Gain up to 15 Horsepower! Oiled Air Filter For Maximum Airflow

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$428.99
Advanced Flow Engineering, Inc. (aFe) produces high flow, high performance air filters & intake systems for the automotive industry. Founded in April, 1999, aFe was created to address an obvious need in the automotive aftermarket industry: a lack of choice for a high performance aftermarket air filter. We are a team of engineers, machinists, production and sales people who believe in the product we design. We each have years of experience in our respective positions and together work to ensure that we have the best product on the market. Our purpose was not just to be another vendor that offers air filters, we chose to pay attention to those finer details that set an aFe filter apart from the competition. We currently offer aftermarket air filters for passenger cars, light trucks and SUVs. We also have many applications for round racing and universal clamp-on filters. To find your particular application, please use our new search engines. If you do not see your particular application listed, please contact us.

Product Features:
  • 1-Piece Housing
  • 5 Layer Performance Air Filter
  • Premium Hardware
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K&N – Cold Air Intake: Adds Up To 18 Horsepower, With Million Mile Air Filter (Part No.69-3538TTK)

Cold Air Intake: Adds Up To 18 Horsepower, With Million Mile Air Filter

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$419.99
The K&N 69-3538TTK Typhoon air intake system is a free-flowing, mandrel-bent aluminum tube air induction system designed to fit specific Ford Mustang Shelby models. The restrictive factory air filter and air intake housing are replaced by the K&N Typhoon air intake which is designed to dramatically reduce air flow restriction as it smoothes and straightens air flow. This allows your engine to inhale a larger amount of air than the factory air intake. More air means more usable power and acceleration throughout the engine’s RPM range. In addition to more power, this air intake system improves engine sound with more aggressive and deeper acoustics during acceleration. Included is a K&N high-flow air filter and a heat shield that installs into the original air box space. Air is directed through the intake tube into the engine’s throttle body for a guaranteed power gain. The intake tube has an attractive textured black powder-coated finish that’s made to last. The oversized cone shaped air filter can be used for up to 100,000 miles before servicing is needed depending on driving conditions. This air intake is relatively easy to install usually in 90 minutes or less using existing factory mounting points.

Product Features:
  • GUARANTEED INCREASE IN HORSEPOWER: Dyno-tested with up to 50% more airflow than restrictive factory box air filter and intake tube
  • BETTER TOWING: Improves acceleration and uphill performance when towing by improving throttle response.
  • IMPROVED ENGINE SOUND: Hear the power under the hood.
  • WORLD CLASS PROTECTION: Pushing the limits of engine protection by protecting your engine from harmful contaminants
  • EASY MAINTENANCE: No filter cleaning required for up to 100,000 miles
  • EASY TO INSTALL: Bolt-on power in less than an hour with basic hand tools. K&N air intake systems are one of the easiest ways to guarantee an increase in horsepower.
  • DYNO TESTED: Dyno-tested for a guaranteed increase in horsepower and acceleration with no ECU tune required
  • HIGH QUALITY: Made in America.
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aFe POWER – Momentum GT Cold Air Intake: Gain up to 13 Horsepower! Oiled Air Filter For Maximum Airflow (Part No.54-73201)

Momentum GT Cold Air Intake: Gain up to 13 Horsepower! Oiled Air Filter For Maximum Airflow

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$414.99
Advanced Flow Engineering, Inc. (aFe) produces high flow, high performance air filters & intake systems for the automotive industry. Founded in April, 1999, aFe was created to address an obvious need in the automotive aftermarket industry: a lack of choice for a high performance aftermarket air filter. We are a team of engineers, machinists, production and sales people who believe in the product we design. We each have years of experience in our respective positions and together work to ensure that we have the best product on the market. Our purpose was not just to be another vendor that offers air filters, we chose to pay attention to those finer details that set an aFe filter apart from the competition. We currently offer aftermarket air filters for passenger cars, light trucks and SUVs. We also have many applications for round racing and universal clamp-on filters. To find your particular application, please use our new search engines. If you do not see your particular application listed, please contact us.

Product Features:
  • 1-Piece Housing
  • 5 Layer Performance Air Filter
  • Premium Hardware
  • CNC Machined Fittings
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aFe POWER – Magnum FORCE Cold Air Intake: Gain up to 4 Horsepower! Oiled Air Filter For Maximum Airflow (Part No.54-13015D)

Magnum FORCE Cold Air Intake: Gain up to 4 Horsepower! Oiled Air Filter For Maximum Airflow

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$390.99
Easy to install one piece 16-gauge powder-coated heat shield requires no cutting or drilling. Stylish powder-coated steel or brushed aluminum cover blocks heat and directs cold air to the filter while quieting intake noise. The precision designed molded plastic intake tube maximizes airflow volume and speed for optimum power gains. 360 degree flow, washable and reusable, limited lifetime filters are high flow and high performance.

Product Features:
  • Uses Pro DRY S Air Filter For Maximum Convenience
  • Rotomolded Plastic Tube For Maximum Air Flow
  • Improved Horsepower Gain
  • Improved Torque Gain
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aFe POWER – Magnum FORCE Cold Air Intake: Gain up to 15 Horsepower! Oiled Air Filter For Maximum Airflow (Part No.54-13015R)

Magnum FORCE Cold Air Intake: Gain up to 15 Horsepower! Oiled Air Filter For Maximum Airflow

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$379.99
6″ Flange Massive Air Filter: This intake system utilizes a pre-oiled, 7″ tall inverted top conical 360 degree radial flow performance air filter with 5-layers of progressive finer mesh cotton media providing maximum airflow and performance. Dyno-Tuned Carbon Fiber Intake Tube: Lightweight, high gloss, clear-coated twill weave carbon fiber tube to achieve maximum power gains while maintaining a perfect fit. One-Piece Heat Shield: Lightweight aluminum Powder-coated black One-piece Heat Shield blocks performance-robbing engine heat. This heat shield requires no assembly and uses factory mounting locations for fast and easy installation. Hassle-Free Installation: All clamps, reinforced coupling and hardware are included for hassle-free installation. This is a direct bolt-on kit that requires no cutting or drilling on OEM parts. Note: This product is not currently CARB exempt and is not available for sale in California or for use on any vehicle registered with the California Department of Motor Vehicle.

Product Features:
  • Uses Pro 5R Filter For Maximum Air Flow
  • Rotomolded Plastic Tube For Maximum Air Flow
  • Improved Throttle Response
  • Repl. Factory Intake For Improved HP/Torque/Styling
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K&N – Cold Air Intake: Adds Up To 15 Horsepower, With Million Mile Air Filter (Part No.57-2589)

Cold Air Intake: Adds Up To 15 Horsepower, With Million Mile Air Filter

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$367.99
K&N air intake systems are engineered for increased performance, outstanding durability, and sleek aesthetics – and are available in an assortment of finishes and powder coatings. K&N’s state-of-the-art High-Flow Air Filter helps to shield your engine from contaminants, while a meticulously engineered aerodynamic tube design contributes to a guaranteed increase in horsepower and torque. K&N air intake systems are designed to improve acceleration, towing, and throttle response while providing world class protection for your engine. Our intakes are dyno-tested and provide up to 50% more airflow compared to OEM intake systems. K&N intakes are easy to install and maintain with air filter cleaning required only every 100,000 miles.

Product Features:
  • GUARANTEED INCREASE IN HORSEPOWER: Dyno-tested with up to 50% more airflow than restrictive factory box air filter and intake tube
  • BETTER TOWING: Improves acceleration and uphill performance when towing by improving throttle response.
  • IMPROVED ENGINE SOUND: Hear the power under the hood.
  • WORLD CLASS PROTECTION: Pushing the limits of engine protection by protecting your engine from harmful contaminants
  • EASY MAINTENANCE: No filter cleaning required for up to 100,000 miles
  • EASY TO INSTALL: Bolt-on power in less than an hour with basic hand tools. K&N air intake systems are one of the easiest ways to guarantee an increase in horsepower.
  • DYNO TESTED: Dyno-tested for a guaranteed increase in horsepower and acceleration with no ECU tune required
  • HIGH QUALITY: Made in America.
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K&N – Performance Air Intake System (Part No.57-2594)

Performance Air Intake System

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$367.99
A high-density polyethylene (HDPE) rotationally-molded tube helps increase the volume of airflow to your engine, and provides a guaranteed increase in horsepower and torque. These systems are paired with a washable, reusable High-Flow Air Filter featuring oiled cotton filter media. The oversized, conical design allows you to go up to 100,000 miles between filter services under normal highway driving conditions. A custom heat shield helps protect intake air from the high temperature of your engine bay, and the entire system can typically be installed in less than 90 minutes. Some intakes are not legal for sale or use on any pollution controlled motor vehicle in California. See the product specifications for CARB status on each part for a specific vehicle.
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K&N – Cold Air Intake: Adds Up To 9 Horsepower, With Million Mile Air Filter (Part No.57-2590)

Cold Air Intake: Adds Up To 9 Horsepower, With Million Mile Air Filter

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$262.99
K&N air intake systems are engineered for increased performance, outstanding durability, and sleek aesthetics – and are available in an assortment of finishes and powder coatings. K&N’s state-of-the-art High-Flow Air Filter helps to shield your engine from contaminants, while a meticulously engineered aerodynamic tube design contributes to a guaranteed increase in horsepower and torque. K&N air intake systems are designed to improve acceleration, towing, and throttle response while providing world class protection for your engine. Our intakes are dyno-tested and provide up to 50% more airflow compared to OEM intake systems. K&N intakes are easy to install and maintain with air filter cleaning required only every 100,000 miles.

Product Features:
  • GUARANTEED INCREASE IN HORSEPOWER: Dyno-tested with up to 50% more airflow than restrictive factory box air filter and intake tube
  • BETTER TOWING: Improves acceleration and uphill performance when towing by improving throttle response.
  • IMPROVED ENGINE SOUND: Hear the power under the hood.
  • WORLD CLASS PROTECTION: Pushing the limits of engine protection by protecting your engine from harmful contaminants
  • EASY MAINTENANCE: No filter cleaning required for up to 100,000 miles
  • EASY TO INSTALL: Bolt-on power in less than an hour with basic hand tools. K&N air intake systems are one of the easiest ways to guarantee an increase in horsepower.
  • DYNO TESTED: Dyno-tested for a guaranteed increase in horsepower and acceleration with no ECU tune required
  • HIGH QUALITY: Made in America.
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Airaid – Airaid Jr Kit (Part No.450-730)

Airaid Jr Kit

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$249.99
Airaid Jr Kit

Spectre – Cold Air Intake Kit Engineered to Add Horsepower & Torque (Part No.9041)

Cold Air Intake Kit Engineered to Add Horsepower & Torque

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$199.99
Spectre air intake systems are designed to get more horsepower and torque from your vehicle while working to protect your engine from harmful debris. This air intake system comes with a washable, reusable low restriction Spectre air filter, polished aluminum intake tubing and a black powder coated 2-piece heat shield to help prevent heated engine air from entering the intake inlet. Spectre air intakes come with velocity stack, coupler, stainless steel clamps, edge trim, and all necessary hardware for an OE fit and finish. The air filter mounts on the driver side.

Product Features:
  • DESIGNED TO INCREASE HORSEPOWER AND TORQUE: Dyno-tested with up to 50% more airflow than restrictive factory box air filter and intake tube
  • BETTER TOWING: Improves acceleration and uphill performance when towing by improving throttle response
  • IMPROVED ENGINE SOUND: Hear the power under the hood
  • WORLD CLASS PROTECTION: Pushing the limits of engine protection by protecting your engine from harmful contaminants and debris
  • EASY MAINTENANCE: No filter cleaning required for up to 100,000 miles
  • EASY TO INSTALL: Bolt-on power in less than an hour with basic hand tools- Spectre air intake systems are one of the easiest ways to increase horsepower
  • HIGH PERFORMANCE AIR FILTER: Advanced oiled synthetic filter design helps protect your engine against damaging contaminants
  • WILL NOT VOID VEHICLE WARRANTY
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FAQs for 2016 Ford Mustang Engine Cold Air Intakes

Which Engine Cold Air Intakes are the top sellers for the 2016 Ford Mustang?

Out of 15 Engine Cold Air Intakes that fit 2016 Ford Mustangs, the following parts are the top sellers:
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How can I make sure that a part will be compatible with my 2016 Ford Mustang?

Our Ford Mustang aftermarket and OEM parts are designed specifically for the 2016 model. You can always find your specific fitment and compatibility for your 2016 Ford on an individual product page.

What is the price range for 2016 Ford Mustang Engine Cold Air Intakes?

The range of prices of Engine Cold Air Intakes for the 2016 Ford Mustang goes from $199.99 up to $671.99 for the most premium parts.

What is the average price of 2016 Ford Mustang Engine Cold Air Intakes?

2016 Ford Mustang Engine Cold Air Intakes average $390.82 for our selection of OEM and aftermarket parts.

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Engine Cold Air Intakes for other Ford Mustang model years?

Yes, we currently stock Engine Cold Air Intakes for 28 model years of Ford Mustangs, from 1996 to 2025. Model years 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2015, and 2014 are the most popular for Engine Cold Air Intakes purchases.

Can I get help with 2016 Ford Mustang Engine Cold Air Intakes orders?

Contact our customer support team, by chat or phone, through the help desk page, where you can find instant answers about Ford Engine Cold Air Intakes and more.

What is your return policy for Ford Mustang Engine Cold Air Intakes?

Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new Ford Mustang Engine Cold Air Intakes and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.