Description
The Mishimoto MMINT-Q50-16 is a purpose-built performance intercooler for the twin-turbocharged VR30DDTT engine found in the Infiniti Q50 and Q60. Built around a bar-and-plate aluminum core with cast-aluminum end tanks, this forced induction upgrade is rated to support up to 900 horsepower, far beyond the capability of the factory unit it replaces. It’s a specific-fit, performance-grade replacement, not a universal piece, engineered to bolt into the factory intercooler location.
As part of Mishimoto’s Forced Induction lineup, this induction system upgrade is designed to move more air with less restriction, which is exactly what a stressed forced induction turbo setup needs as boost and horsepower climb. Mishimoto reports this intercooler is 51.4-percent less restrictive than the stock intercooler while delivering a 49.8-percent increase in core volume, and testing showed charge air temperatures up to 23°F cooler than stock along with air pressure drop held to within 1 PSI of stock. On dyno testing, Mishimoto measured gains of up to 13.82 horsepower and 16.87 lb-ft of torque. The bar-and-plate core construction is intended for efficient heat transfer and resistance to heat soak, while the cast-aluminum end tanks are built to withstand high boost levels, making this force induction upgrade a foundation piece for owners pushing their VR30DDTT engine’s power well past factory output.
Vehicle Applications
This intercooler is engineered as a direct fit for the 2016-2024 Infiniti Q50 and Q60, both built around the VR30DDTT twin-turbo 3.0L engine (chassis codes Q50 and Q60). On the Q50, coverage spans the 2016-2017 Premium, 2016-2020 Sport, 2016-2022 Red Sport 400, 2018-2020 400 Sport, 2018-2022 Luxe, 2019-2021 Signature Edition, 2019-2021 Sport Plus, 2020 Edition 30, 2020-2022 Pure, 2021 Essential Tech, and the 2021-2022 Sensory, Sport Tech, Red Sport I-Line, and Red Sport I-Line ProACTIVE trims, along with the 2023-2024 base Q50. On the Q60, it fits the 2017 Premium, the 2017-2018 and 2020-2021 400 Sport, the 2017-2020 Sport, the 2017-2022 Red Sport 400, the 2018-2022 Luxe, the 2019-2022 Pure and Red Sport I-Line, the 2020 Sport ProACTIVE and Red Sport ProACTIVE, and the 2020-2022 Red Sport I-Line ProACTIVE.
Features
- Direct fit for the 2016-2024 Infiniti Q50/Q60 3.0T VR30DDTT
- Max power gains of up to 13.82 HP and 16.87 lb-ft of torque
- Charge air temperature up to 23°F cooler than stock
- 51.4-percent less restrictive than stock intercoolers
- 49.8-percent increase in core volume over stock intercoolers
- Maintains air pressure drop to within 1 PSI of stock
- Bar-and-plate core for efficient heat transfer and heat soak resistance
- Cast-aluminum end tanks built to withstand high boost levels
- Fits with stock engine cover using included spacers
- Included bracket allows use with a Mishimoto catch can
- Includes direct-fit ancillary hoses and couplers with an anti-abrasion hose sleeve to prevent damage and leaks
- Durable micro-wrinkle black powder coat resists corrosion
- Backed by the Mishimoto Lifetime Warranty
Specifications
- Core material: Aluminum
- Core color: Silver
- Core construction: Bar-and-plate
- Core height: 3.98 in
- Core length: 4.64 in
- Inlet diameter: 1.97 in
- Outlet diameter: 2.56 in
- Hot side pipe inside diameter: 1.97 in
- Cold side pipe inside diameter: 2.56 in
- Intercooler type: Air-to-air
- End tank material: Aluminum
- End tank construction: Cast
- Pipe material: Aluminum
- Pipe color: Silver
- Pipe finish: Powder coated
- Coupler material: Silicone
- Coupler color: Black
- Hose clamps included: Yes
- Overall width: 9.23 in
- Overall height: 5.68 in
- Overall length: 11.65 in
- Weight: 8.59 lbs
- Maximum recommended horsepower: 900
- Engine code: VR30DDTT
- Chassis codes: Q50, Q60
- Fit type: Specific
- Grade type: Performance
Frequently Asked Questions
What vehicles does the Mishimoto MMINT-Q50-16 intercooler fit?
It’s a direct fit for 2016-2024 Infiniti Q50 and Q60 models equipped with the VR30DDTT twin-turbo 3.0L engine, including Q50 trims such as Premium, Sport, Red Sport 400, Luxe, Pure, and Sensory, and Q60 trims such as 400 Sport, Sport, Red Sport 400, Luxe, and Pure across their respective listed years.
How much horsepower can this intercooler support?
Mishimoto rates this intercooler for a maximum recommended horsepower of 900.
What core design does the intercooler use?
It features a bar-and-plate aluminum core with cast-aluminum end tanks, designed for efficient heat transfer and resistance to heat soak.
Will this intercooler work with aftermarket blow-off valves?
No. Per Mishimoto’s tech note, this intercooler does not fit with aftermarket blow-off valves.
What’s included in the kit?
The kit includes two Mishimoto performance intercoolers, six intercooler coolant hoses, one coolant Y-pipe, two intercooler mounting brackets, three DuraCore intercooler couplers, twenty worm gear clamps, two engine cover spacers, one Mishimoto catch can relocation kit, mounting hardware, and the Mishimoto Lifetime Warranty.
How much cooler is the charge air compared to stock?
Mishimoto states this intercooler delivers charge air temperatures up to 23°F cooler than the stock intercooler.
âš WARNING (California Proposition 65): This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
