Garrett BMW S55 F80 F82 Performance Intercooler for M3 and M4
Upgrade your BMW M3 or M4 S55 with the Garrett Powermax direct fit performance intercooler. This top mount air-to-liquid charge cooler is the proven BMW S55 intercooler upgrade for F80 M3 and F82 F83 M4 owners who want colder intake temps, stronger and more consistent power, and OEM-quality fitment. Engineered by Garrett, this bar-and-plate air-to-water intercooler features a 47 percent larger core, dual pass coolant flow, and CFD-optimised cast aluminium end tanks to maximise flow and minimise heat soak on road, track, and fast road use.
If you are searching for BMW M3 intercooler upgrade, BMW M4 intercooler upgrade, S55 charge cooler, S55 top mount intercooler, F80 M3 intercooler, F82 M4 intercooler, or Garrett Powermax intercooler 888883-6001 888883-6002, this is the solution. Direct fit. Stock location. Big performance.
Why choose the Garrett Powermax intercooler for S55
- 47 percent larger core than stock for lower intake temperatures and reduced heat soak
- Dual pass coolant flow design for excellent temperature control under sustained load
- Bar-and-plate construction with cast aluminium end tanks for durability and efficient charge air flow
- Direct fit in the OEM location using stock bolts, hoses, and clamps
- Air-to-liquid charge cooler engineered specifically for the BMW S55 engine
- Supports up to 980 hp, ideal for stock and tuned M3 M4 applications
Real performance gains you can feel
On back-to-back dyno testing, the Garrett BMW S55 intercooler delivered an average increase of 12.4 hp and 4.9 lb-ft of torque after heat soak, with gains of 18.7 hp and 6.4 lb-ft by the 15th pull. Expect faster recovery, stronger repeatability, and cooler charge temps.
- Average outlet temperature around 10 °F lower after heat soak
- ~2 lb/min higher charge air flow rate after the 10th pull
- ~1.5 psi higher charge air pressure after the 10th run
- 92 percent instantaneous effectiveness vs 90 percent OE
Specifications
- Design: Air-to-liquid, bar-and-plate, dual pass coolant flow
- Core size: 7.2 in x 9.8 in x 3.6 in | 183 mm x 249 mm x 92 mm
- Weight: 14.10 lb
- Install time: ~1.5 hours
- Finish options: Aluminium or Black
Compatibility
2015+ BMW M3 M4 with the S55 engine:
- F80 M3
- F82 M4
- F83 M4 Convertible
Fitment and installation
This Garrett Powermax intercooler installs in the stock location and reuses the factory hardware, hoses, and clamps for a clean, OEM-style fit. For professional fitting, we recommend Nforcd in Warwickshire. Request a fitting quote at Sales@nforcd.com.
Part numbers
- 888883-6001 Aluminium Finish
- 888883-6002 Black Finish
What we think
We have fitted and run this Garrett BMW S55 intercooler and our customers love it. Consistently lower IATs, repeatable power, and OEM-quality fitment make it one of the best BMW M3 M4 intercooler upgrades available. If you want a direct fit S55 charge cooler that performs on road and track, this is the one.
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