BMW F15 X5 Huge Stepped Competition Intercooler - Black
Upgrade your BMW X5 or X6 with this Huge Stepped Competition Front Mount Intercooler in satin black. Engineered with a high-density bar and plate core and flowed cast end tanks, this uprated FMIC is designed to slash intake air temperatures, resist heat soak and deliver consistent performance pull after pull. Ideal for fast road and tuned applications, this is a direct replacement intercooler that fits a wide range of BMW X5 and X6 models.
Why choose this BMW X5 X6 intercooler upgrade
- Massive competition core with increased surface area and volume for superior cooling efficiency
- Bar and plate construction with flowed cast end tanks for high flow and durability
- Proven to handle well over 800 bhp capability while maintaining stable IATs
- Powder coated in stealth satin black for a factory-plus look
- Direct replacement using standard hoses - minimal fuss fitting
Core specifications
- Core size: 535 mm x 332 mm x 150 mm
- Weight: approximately 16 kg
- Capacity: 19.2 litres
- Approximately 120% more surface area and 120% more volume over the stock intercooler
- Comparable in size to the Wagner intercooler
Proven results - real world testing
We have used and tested these MTC intercoolers on multiple vehicles with fantastic results. In back-to-back road pulls, both the standard and the MTC intercooler saw intake temperatures into the intercooler at around 90 degrees over five runs. Where it counts - out of the intercooler and into the engine - the stock intercooler measured approximately 60 degrees, while the MTC intercooler consistently delivered temperatures in the high 20s across all five pulls. Cooler charge air means more reliable power, stronger performance and repeatable results.
Fitment - BMW X5 and BMW X6
- 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)
Fitting and support
Professional installation is recommended. As a direct replacement, fitting typically takes 1 to 2 hours using the standard hoses which clip straight in. Some models may require minor plastic trimming.
Want it fitted by specialists? Book fitting with Nforcd in Warwickshire. Request a quote at Sales@nforcd.com.
What our customers say
Enthusiasts love the improved throttle response and repeatable performance. We have installed and used this intercooler ourselves and it has consistently delivered cooler IATs and stronger on-road performance compared to stock.
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