Cold Air Intake, does it increase or decrease mpg

Find where the current stock air intake is under the hood. Most are now located on the side of the motor near a wheel well. That is a pretty good place to get “cold” air. Would the location of your aftermarket air intake really be in a much better place to suck in cold air? Doubtful that it would be significantly different.

Most stock systems allow for some warmed air to be pulled into the airbox when the car is operated in a cold winter climate. This helps the car warm up smoothly. Your aftermarket setup might not allow for this. If you live in a cold climate you might find the car less driveable on cold mornings. You will spend money, get little to no benefit, and perhaps make your car worse.