Description
The Mishimoto High-Mount Intercooler Kit (MMINT-BR23-21HKSLP) is a purpose-built forced induction upgrade engineered specifically for the Ford Bronco’s 2.3L EcoBoost engine. This configuration relocates the intercooler to the upper grille and pairs a 3.1-inch-thick bar-and-plate core with a full aluminum pipe kit, delivering outlet temperatures 21 degrees cooler than the factory intercooler. Offered here with a silver core and polished pipes, this specific build replaces the weak stock plastic piping with durable aluminum tubing and Mishimoto’s DuraCore silicone boots, giving this induction system the durability to handle trail abuse alongside real turbocharged airflow demands.
Forced induction performance hinges on delivering the coldest, densest air possible to the turbo, and this Mishimoto forced induction system is engineered to do exactly that. The high-mount intercooler boasts 49-percent greater core volume and 93-percent greater external fin surface area than the stock unit, and in trail-simulation heat-soak testing across six back-to-back dyno runs, outlet temperatures still measured 20 degrees cooler than stock. Mishimoto’s own dyno testing recorded gains of up to 4.5 horsepower and 10.8 lb-ft of torque with this performance induction upgrade installed, and a 1/8 NPT port on the cold-side pipe leaves room to add methanol injection or additional sensors down the road. Cast aluminum end tanks are TIG welded to the core for added pressure tolerance, and the entire forced induction kit is backed by the Mishimoto Lifetime Warranty.
Vehicle Applications
This High-Mount Intercooler Kit is a specific fit for the 2.3L EcoBoost-equipped Ford Bronco, covering the Badlands, Big Bend, and Outer Banks trims for model years 2021 through 2026, the Base trim for 2021 through 2023, the Black Diamond trim for 2021 through 2024, the Everglades trim for 2022 through 2024, and the Heritage Edition for 2023 through 2026. Per Mishimoto’s own tech specs, this kit does not fit the Raptor Bronco with the 3.0L EcoBoost engine.
Features
- Relocates the intercooler to the upper grille for improved airflow, clearance, and trail-obstacle protection, even with winches, light bars, or larger bumpers installed
- 3.1-inch-thick bar-and-plate aluminum core TIG welded to cast aluminum end tanks for superior durability and heat soak resistance
- 49-percent greater core volume and 93-percent greater external fin surface area than the stock intercooler
- 21-degree cooler outlet temperatures than stock, with 20-degree cooler temps retained after six back-to-back dyno runs in trail-simulation heat-soak testing
- Dyno-proven gains of up to 4.5 horsepower and 10.8 lb-ft of torque
- High-flowing aluminum intercooler piping with Mishimoto Silicone Boots featuring DuraCore technology for resistance to heat, pressure, fuel, and oil
- 1/8 NPT port on the cold-side pipe for methanol injection or additional sensors
- Includes an adaptive cruise control relocation bracket; retains cruise control function and does not interfere with 360-degree cameras
- Available with a silver or stealth black intercooler core and polished or micro-wrinkle black powder coated pipes; this listing is the silver core with polished pipes option
- Backed by the Mishimoto Lifetime Warranty and includes all necessary mounting hardware
Specifications
- Core Material: Aluminum
- Core Construction: Bar-and-Plate
- Core Height: 8.8 in
- Core Thickness: 3.15 in
- Core Length: 21.26 in
- Core Color: Silver
- End Tank Material: Aluminum
- End Tank Construction: Cast
- Pipe Material: Aluminum
- Pipe Color: Polished
- Coupler Material: Silicone
- Coupler Color: Black
- Hose Clamps Included: Yes
- Intercooler Type: Air-to-Air
- Grade Type: Performance
- Fit Type: Specific
- Overall Width: 6.15 in
- Overall Height: 18.6 in
- Overall Length: 35.82 in
- Engine Application: 2.3L EcoBoost
- Vehicle Application: 2021-2024 Ford Bronco 2.3L EcoBoost
Frequently Asked Questions
What vehicles does the Mishimoto High-Mount Intercooler Kit (MMINT-BR23-21HKSLP) fit?
This kit fits the 2.3L EcoBoost-equipped Ford Bronco, including the Badlands, Big Bend, and Outer Banks trims (2021-2026), Base (2021-2023), Black Diamond (2021-2024), Everglades (2022-2024), and Heritage Edition (2023-2026). It does not fit the Raptor Bronco with the 3.0L EcoBoost engine.
Does this intercooler kit affect adaptive cruise control or the 360-degree cameras?
The kit includes an adaptive cruise control relocation bracket that retains cruise control functionality, though it may function to a lesser degree compared to the stock intercooler setup. The 360-degree cameras are unaffected.
What performance gains has Mishimoto recorded with this kit?
Mishimoto’s dyno testing recorded gains of up to 4.5 horsepower and 10.8 lb-ft of torque, along with outlet temperatures 21 degrees cooler than the stock intercooler. In trail-simulation heat-soak testing after six back-to-back dyno runs, outlet temperatures remained 20 degrees cooler than stock.
What is included with the Mishimoto High-Mount Intercooler Kit?
The kit includes (1) Mishimoto High-Mount Intercooler, (2) Aluminum Intercooler Pipes, (1) Adaptive Cruise Control Bracket, (4) DuraCore Intercooler Pipe Couplers, (8) Constant-Tension Worm Gear Clamps, High-Mount Intercooler Ducting, mounting hardware, and the Mishimoto Lifetime Warranty.
What color options are available for this intercooler kit?
This specific listing is the silver core with polished pipes option. The kit is also available with a stealth black or silver intercooler core paired with micro-wrinkle black powder coated or polished pipes.
Is this Mishimoto intercooler kit covered by a warranty?
Yes, it is backed by the Mishimoto Lifetime Warranty.
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.
Not CARB approved. This item is not legal for sale or use on pollution-controlled motor vehicles in California or states that adopt California emissions standards. Intended for off-road / competition use where permitted by law.
