BMW E70 X5 Huge Stepped Competition Intercooler Black - Front Mount FMIC Upgrade
Upgrade your BMW X5 or X6 with this Huge Stepped Competition Front Mount Intercooler. Engineered with a high-density bar and plate core and flowed cast end tanks, this black satin-finished FMIC delivers outstanding cooling efficiency, lower intake air temperatures and consistent power on the road. Perfect for fast road, towing and performance builds, this is the intercooler upgrade serious BMW owners search for.
Key features
- Massive stepped competition core with flowed cast end tanks for maximum cooling and minimal pressure drop
- Bar and plate construction for strength, durability and superior heat dissipation
- Core size 535 mm x 332 mm x 150 mm
- Approximate weight 16 kg with a 19.2 litre internal volume
- 120 percent more surface area and 120 percent more volume than the stock intercooler
- Capable of handling well over 800 bhp
- Finished in satin black for a stealth OEM-plus look
- For reference, matches the size of the Wagner intercooler
- Direct replacement using standard hoses and clips. Some models may require minor plastic trimming
Proven performance
We have tested these MTC intercoolers on multiple vehicles and the results are fantastic. Intake air temperature reduction is significant compared to the standard intercooler, which means stronger, more repeatable performance and reduced heat soak.
- On-road testing over five consecutive pulls showed intercooler intake temperatures around 90°C for both stock and MTC units
- Outlet temperatures into the engine: stock intercooler approximately 60°C, MTC intercooler in the high 20s across all five pulls
We run this upgrade ourselves and our customers consistently report lower IATs, improved throttle response and more consistent power delivery, especially on tuned and hard-driven cars.
Compatibility and fitment
Direct fit front mount intercooler upgrade for the following BMW models:
- BMW X5 E70 3.0d / 3.0sd (2006-2010)
- BMW X5 E70 LCI 30dX / 35dX / 35iX / 40dX / 40iX (2009-2013)
- BMW X6 E71 30dX / 35dX / 35iX / 40dX / 40iX (2007-2014)
- BMW X5 F15 25d / 25dX / 28iX / 30dX / 35dX / 35i / 35iX / 40dX / 40eX (2012-2018)
- BMW X6 F16 28iX / 30dX / 35i / 35iX / 40dX (2013-2018)
Why choose this intercooler upgrade
- BMW X5 intercooler upgrade for lower intake temps and more consistent power
- BMW X6 intercooler FMIC solution for diesel and petrol models
- Stepped front mount intercooler with huge cooling capacity for tuned cars
- High-flow bar and plate core with cast end tanks to reduce pressure drop
- Direct fit black intercooler that looks OEM while performing like a competition unit
Installation
Professional installation is recommended. Typical fitting time is approximately 1 to 2 hours as it is a direct replacement using the standard hoses and clips. Some models may require minor plastic trimming.
Want it fitted by specialists? Nforcd in Warwickshire can install this intercooler for you. Request a fitting quote at Sales@nforcd.com.
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