Description
Upgrade the charge-air cooling system of your BMW with the DCE Parts 7.5-Inch Intercooler Upgrade, designed for BMW N54 and N55 applications including the E82 135i, 1M, and E9X 335i models. This upgraded intercooler replaces the factory unit with a larger, higher-capacity cooling solution engineered to provide increased heat absorption and dissipation.
When running increased power, boost pressure, or aftermarket tuning, the factory intercooler can become overwhelmed by the additional heat generated by compressed intake air. Heat soak can cause intake air temperatures to rise and may lead to reduced power consistency during repeated acceleration or sustained high-load operation. The DCE Parts intercooler provides greater cooling capacity to help manage charge-air temperatures and support more consistent performance.
7.5-Inch Bar-and-Plate Core
The DCE Parts intercooler features a 7.5-inch bar-and-plate core designed to provide increased surface area for improved thermal transfer. The bar-and-plate construction also provides a strong and durable structure capable of supporting increased boost pressure and resisting external damage.
The larger intercooler core is particularly suited to modified and tuned N54 and N55 BMW applications where additional charge-air cooling is required.
Key Features
- 7.5-inch performance intercooler core
- Designed for BMW N54 and N55 engines
- Increased surface area for improved heat absorption and dissipation
- Bar-and-plate construction for enhanced strength and durability
- Designed to support increased boost pressure
- Helps reduce charge-air temperatures during sustained high-load operation
- Helps minimize heat soak on tuned and higher-output applications
- Supports more consistent engine performance
- Compatible with OEM and aftermarket charge pipes
- Thermal heat-dissipation design for added durability
- Finished in Black
- Suitable for modified, tuned, and high-performance BMW applications
Performance Benefits
The DCE Parts 7.5-inch intercooler provides increased cooling capacity for BMW N54 and N55 engines operating above factory power levels. By improving the ability to absorb and dissipate heat from the compressed intake air, the intercooler helps maintain more stable charge-air temperatures during spirited driving and sustained boost.
For tuned vehicles, maintaining controlled intake temperatures can help reduce the effects of heat soak and support more consistent power delivery during repeated acceleration and high-load driving conditions.
Fitment
BMW N54 E82 / E87 / E88
- 135i
BMW N54 E82
- 1M
BMW N55 E82 / E87 / E88
- 135i
BMW N54 E90 / E91
- 335i / 335xi
BMW N54 E92
- 335is
BMW N55 E90
- 335i / 335xi
BMW N55 E92 / E93
- 335i / 335xi
Note: Verify the vehicle's engine code, chassis, model year, and existing charge-pipe configuration before ordering to ensure proper compatibility.
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