ALTA Front Mount Intercooler - R5X MINI (S & JCW) - (NLA)

The ALTA front mount intercooler features cast aluminum end tanks, with smooth and perfectly contoured internals to create unimpeded airflow and equal distribution of air throughout the intercooler. No sharp corners or multifaceted cores here.

The ALTA FMIC features double the air volume of the OEM core and has 3 times the ambient cooling surface area! This all translates to cooler temps and more horsepower! And yes this is bigger than the competitors intercoolers!

We do not compromise performance by making our intercooler smaller just to save install time. Competitors like to scare you into thinking our intercooler is difficult to install. With only some minor trimming of some non-important plastic, you will gain more power and have a perfectly centered intercooler. You can see how The ALTA intercooler perfectly tucks behind the bumper beam and bumper.

Our intercooler fills the entire mouth of the MINI bumper and is designed to is designed to utilize as much of the ambient air coming through the bumper as possible. Every ALTA intercooler is powder coated to further protect your intercooler from the elements making it look awesome for years to come. Our intercoolers come in two finish options, a bright silver or stealth black powder coat.

Intercooler Efficiency: 83% (OEM= 53%)
Pressure Drop: ALTA 1.5psi vs OEM 2.0psi