The Honda Civic Type R with K20Ci Turbo engine achieves 320 hp with 2.0 with boost pressure exceeding 150 kpa. The engine intake temperature rises to nearly 90 degrees celcius, showing the stock intercooler cooling capacity is insufficient.
The HKS intercooler uses a larger size intercooler core to maintain cooling performance. the newly designed 100 mm wide core allows approximately 200% more surface area when compared to stock.
The stock intercooler piping layout has a sharp bent stopping the intake air flowing smoothly and causes boost pressure drop. The HKS intercooler integrates the inlet tank of the intercooler and pipe to allow smoother air flow and reduced air intake losses.
HKS Core Size: 695 mm x 178mm x 100mm
Stock Core Size: 680 mm x 143 mm x 64 mm