Airtec Motorsport intercooler upgrade for the Mini Cooper S F56, suitable for both pre-LCI and LCI (facelift) models.
In tuned cars, increased turbo pressure leads to higher intake temperatures, which leads to power loss and increased engine stress. Installing an upgraded intercooler reduces these temperatures, resulting in more consistent power and safer engine operation.
This intercooler is designed as a bolt-on upgrade and uses a race-spec bar-and-plate core With fast thermal recovery times. Thanks to the efficient design, charge temperatures are significantly reduced, which directly contributes to more usable power and improved reliability during sporty use. Airtec has developed this intercooler tested on the dynamometer, clearly showing that the outgoing intake temperatures are drastically lower than with the original intercooler. This difference remains stable over multiple runs, demonstrating that the intercooler continues to cool effectively under load.
The intercooler is equipped with thin-walled cast aluminum end tanks with a flowing design without sharp corners. This keeps the air velocity high and minimizes pressure loss. Installation is complete plug & play and required no additional adjustments.
Advantages
• Lower inlet temperatures at increased turbo pressure
• More constant power when driving sportily
• Race-spec bar-and-plate core 60 mm thick
• Fast thermal recovery time
• Dyno tested with proven temperature reduction
• Super-flow cast end tanks without sharp corners
• Bolt-on mounting without any additional modifications
• CNC machined aluminum pipe connections
• 3 year warranty with unlimited mileage
• Finished in Pro-Series Black
Technical specifications
• Width: 800 mm
• Height: 210 mm
• Depth: 60 mm
• Contents: 10.1 liters
• Core type: bar and plate
• Finish: Pro-Series Black
Compatibility
Mini Cooper S F56 – 2.0 turbo – pre-LCI & LCI (facelift)
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this intercooler fit facelift (LCI) models?
Yes, this intercooler is suitable for both pre-LCI and LCI F56 models.
Is this intercooler suitable for standard and tuned cars?
Yes, but the biggest benefit is achieved with tuned vehicles.
Is installation plug & play?
Yes, the intercooler is a direct replacement with no additional modifications.
What is the advantage of a bar-and-plate core?
Better heat retention and more stable cooling under repeated acceleration.