BMW 135i 335i N54 Front Mount Intercooler FMIC Upgrade – 5 inch Competition Core
Looking for the best BMW N54 intercooler upgrade for your 135i or 335i? This front mount intercooler is a proven, high performance FMIC for the BMW N54 twin turbo platform. It delivers colder intake temps, reduced heat soak and consistent power on the road and track. Perfect for mapped and tuned N54 builds seeking reliable performance gains and strong, repeatable results.
Engineered with a robust bar and plate core paired to flowed cast end tanks, this BMW 135i intercooler and BMW 335i intercooler maximises cooling efficiency while keeping pressure losses to a minimum. Finished in satin black, it looks OEM plus and fits neatly behind the bumper for a stealthy, factory-style install.
- Massive 5 inch competition core with flowed cast end tanks – proven to handle over 500 bhp
- Approximately 100 percent more internal volume and 90 percent more external surface area than the standard intercooler
- Weighs 11.5 kg for a durable, high density bar and plate construction
- Exactly the same external dimensions as the Wagner intercooler for straightforward fitment
- Powder coated in satin black for an OEM style finish
- Direct fit FMIC upgrade for BMW N54 135i and 335i models
Real world cooling performance
We have tested these intercoolers on multiple N54 vehicles with fantastic results. Through five back to back road pulls, intercooler inlet temperatures were 125 to 130 degrees on both the stock unit and this upgraded FMIC. At the outlet into the engine, the stock intercooler held around 75 degrees, whereas this unit consistently delivered outlet temps in the high 20s over all five runs. That dramatic intake temperature reduction translates into stronger, safer power and far less heat soak on repeated pulls.
Why choose this N54 FMIC
- BMW N54 intercooler upgrade for 135i and 335i that supports remaps and bigger power
- Excellent IAT reduction for sustained performance on road, track days and drag runs
- High quality bar and plate design for efficient cooling and durability
- Plug in style, direct replacement front mount intercooler for the N54 platform
Fitment and installation
This is a direct fit FMIC for BMW N54 135i and BMW N54 335i models. Professional installation is recommended and typically takes around 1 to 2 hours. There are many helpful guides available online if you want to preview the process.
Prefer us to fit it for you? Nforcd offers in-house installation in Warwickshire. Request a fitting quote at Sales@nforcd.com.
What our team and customers say
We have installed and used this intercooler on our own N54 cars and customer vehicles. Feedback has been consistently positive, with noticeably cooler intake temps, sharper performance and reliable results on tuned setups.
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