AIRTEC Top Mount Intercooler Upgrade for MINI Cooper S R53

Pro-Series Performance | Proven Gains | 60mm Core Efficiency

Product Description:

Unlock real-world performance with the AIRTEC Motorsport Top Mount Intercooler, designed specifically for the supercharged MINI Cooper S R53. This intercooler is engineered to significantly reduce intake temperatures, especially on remapped or heavily tuned cars, delivering increased BHP, safer running, and consistent power on both road and track.

Developed and tested in real driving conditions, this intercooler features a 60mm bar-and-plate core, cast alloy end tanks, and a large air deflector fin to ensure optimum airflow and cooling efficiency. In dyno testing, the AIRTEC intercooler delivered a huge 29 BHP gain over the OEM unit, with charge temps reduced by over 70°C compared to stock.

Whether you’re daily driving or chasing lap times, this is a must-have upgrade for any serious R53 build.

Tested Performance (Rolling Road Data):

• Standard Intercooler: Peak 204.9 BHP | Charge Temps ~130°C

• Competitor Intercooler (50mm Core): Peak 216.0 BHP | Charge Temps ~67°C

• AIRTEC Intercooler (60mm Core): Peak 233.3 BHP | Charge Temps ~47°C

Key Features:

• 60mm bar-and-plate core – first of its kind for the R53

• CNC-machined alloy connecting flanges

• Cast alloy smooth-flow end tanks (no surge issues)

• Huge built-in air deflector scoop forces cold air directly into the intercooler

• Full alloy air ram scoop design

• Direct fitment – no drilling required

• Finished in Pro-Series Black

• Compatible with all R53 MINI Cooper S models (2002–2006)