{"product_id":"intercooler-for-mini-cooper-countryman-2011-2016-1-6l","title":"Intercooler for Mini Cooper Countryman (2011-2016) 1.6L","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: clamp(18px, 3vw, 21px); margin-bottom: 15px; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eHigh-Efficiency Front-Mount Intercooler for 2011-2016 Mini Cooper Countryman (R60)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e The upgraded front-mount intercooler replaces the restrictive factory heat exchanger on the 2011-2016 Countryman to substantially drop intake air temperatures and prevent thermal throttling under boost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Mini Cooper Countryman Heat Soak Bottleneck\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe factory intercooler on the \u003cstrong\u003eR60\u003c\/strong\u003e chassis is severely undersized for the thermal demands of the turbocharged \u003cstrong\u003eN18\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.6L engine. Under spirited driving, elevated ambient temperatures, or increased boost pressure, the OEM tube-and-fin core saturates with heat almost immediately. This thermal overload causes intake air temperatures (IATs) to spike rapidly, prompting the DME (engine control module) to pull ignition timing to prevent pre-detonation. The result is sluggish throttle response, reduced peak horsepower, and significant boost pressure drop across the narrow factory passages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis stepped front-mount intercooler resolves thermal saturation by delivering a massive 12.7-liter core volume (550 x 210 x 110 mm), providing a 230% increase in frontal surface area and 190% more internal volume over stock. The stepped bar-and-plate design fills the entire lower bumper cavity, maximizing heat rejection without blocking vital airflow to the radiator. Engineered with dual 56 mm cast end tanks, the assembly minimizes turbulence and significantly reduces pressure drop compared to factory plastic end tanks. An anti-corrosion protective coating guards the aluminum against salt and road debris oxidation, ensuring long-term heat dissipation efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 x Stepped Front-Mount Intercooler Core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 14px; min-width: 300px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eFitment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e2011-2016 Mini Cooper Countryman\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eEngine \/ Chassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eN18 1.6L Turbo \/ R60\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eStock Output\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e181–208 hp \/ 177–207 lb-ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eReplaces OEM Part #\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e03CSI009ABK\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2011-2016 Mini Cooper S Countryman (R60) 1.6L Turbo\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2013-2016 Mini Cooper John Cooper Works Countryman (R60) 1.6L Turbo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions \u0026amp; Fitment Warnings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes this fit the R60 Countryman?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this is a direct fit for the 2011-2016 Mini Cooper Countryman equipped with the \u003cstrong\u003eN18\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.6L turbo engine. \u003cstrong\u003eFits Cooper S and JCW models; does not fit GP2 models.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAre mounting brackets and installation hardware included?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMounting fittings and installation instructions are not included, requiring professional installation and adaptation to existing factory mounting locations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Mini Cooper Precision Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered to meet rigorous European performance standards, this thermal management upgrade maintains stable intake manifold temperatures without inducing check engine lights or disrupting factory engine management logic.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67940594188536,"sku":"DS-EN4F37IRO","price":240.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/intercooler-for-mini-cooper-countryman-2011-2016-1-6l-1.jpg?v=1793659157","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/intercooler-for-mini-cooper-countryman-2011-2016-1-6l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}