Mishimoto MMINT-CTR-23KBKRD Intercooler Pipe Kit Black/Red 2023-2026 Honda Civic

Vehicle Fitment

• 2023-2026 Honda Civic Type R (FL5, K20C1 2.0L Turbo I4, FWD, Manual Transmission)

Fitment Notes

• Fits all 2023+ Honda Civic Type R (FL5) models equipped with the K20C1 2.0L turbocharged engine.
• This is the Black intercooler / Red pipes variant (MMINT-CTR-23KBKRD) - same core and performance specifications as all other FL5 CTR intercooler kit variants.
• Also available in Silver/Red pipes (MMINT-CTR-23KSLRD), Silver/Black pipes (MMINT-CTR-23KSLBK), and Black/Black pipes (MMINT-CTR-23KBKBK).
• Does not fit the FK8 (2017-2021) or FK2 (2015-2016) Civic Type R - for the FK8, refer to the MMINT-CTR-17K series.
• Installation works seamlessly with stock ducting - no cutting or permanent modification required.
• Front bumper removal is required to access the intercooler location for installation.

Features

• Bar-and-plate core 140% larger than the factory intercooler - provides dramatically improved heat dissipation during sustained high-load driving, track sessions, and repeated wide-open throttle runs.
• Up to 57°F reduction in peak intake air temperatures vs. stock - directly improves charge density, maintains engine output, and reduces ECU protective pull back during heat-soak conditions.
• Up to 10 horsepower and 9 lb-ft of torque gains on the stock tune - measured on a Mustang dynamometer with AEM AQ-1 data acquisition.
• Supports builds up to 600 horsepower - engineered to handle substantial power adder applications well beyond factory output.
• Cast aluminum end tanks with optimized internal flow paths reduce pressure drop and eliminate the bottlenecks inherent in the factory plastic end tank design.
• 2.5" cast and mandrel-bent aluminum charge pipes maximize airflow through the tight FL5 engine bay while navigating OEM routing without modification.
• Plug-and-play design - all pipes, silicone couplers, high-torque worm gear clamps, mounting brackets, ducting, and hardware included for a complete installation.
• Black powder coat intercooler paired with red aluminum pipes - the stealthiest intercooler option with the most visually striking pipe combination, complementing the Type R's Championship White exterior and red interior accent theme.
• Backed by Mishimoto's Lifetime Warranty.

Specifications

• Fitment: 2023-2026 Honda Civic Type R (FL5), K20C1 2.0L Turbo I4, FWD
• Core Type: Bar-and-Plate
• Core Volume Increase vs. Stock: 140%
• End Tank Material: Cast Aluminum
• Pipe Diameter: 2.5 in.
• Pipe Material: Cast Aluminum (Cold-Side) + Mandrel-Bent Aluminum
• Intake Temperature Reduction vs. Stock: Up to 57°F
• Power Gains (Stock Tune): Up to 10 hp / 9 lb-ft
• Maximum Supported Horsepower: 600 hp
• Intercooler Finish: Black Powder Coat
• Pipe Finish: Red
• Cutting Required: No
• Bumper Removal Required: Yes

Included Components

• 1x Mishimoto Performance Intercooler (Black, Bar-and-Plate)
• 1x Cast Aluminum Cold-Side Pipe (Red)
• 1x Mandrel-Bent Aluminum Cold-Side Pipe (Red)
• 4x Silicone Couplers
• 7x High-Torque Worm Gear Clamps
• 2x Mounting Brackets
• 1x Intercooler Ducting Set
• 1x Mounting Hardware Kit
• 1x Trim Removal Tool
• 1x Mishimoto Lifetime Warranty

Product Description

The Mishimoto MMINT-CTR-23KBKRD is a complete direct-fit intercooler and charge pipe kit engineered specifically for the 2023-2026 Honda Civic Type R (FL5). The FL5 CTR's K20C1 turbocharged engine delivers exceptional factory performance, but under sustained high-load driving - back-to-back track laps, extended canyon runs, or hot ambient conditions - intake air temperatures climb quickly as the stock intercooler reaches its thermal limits. The compact factory intercooler is adequate for casual driving but was not sized for the repeated performance demands the Type R was designed to invite. Once heat soak sets in, the ECU reduces output as a protective measure, and the power consistency that makes the CTR exceptional begins to fade. This kit eliminates that limitation entirely.

The bar-and-plate core is 140% larger than stock - a substantial jump in heat transfer capacity that keeps intake temperatures consistently low through multiple aggressive runs. Testing on a 2024 Civic Type R using a Mustang dynamometer confirmed intake temperature reductions of up to 57°F compared to stock, with gains of up to 10 horsepower and 9 lb-ft of torque on the stock ECU calibration. Cast aluminum end tanks with optimized internal flow paths replace the factory plastic units, and 2.5" aluminum charge pipes - cast on the cold-side for maximum flow path optimization and mandrel-bent for tight engine bay routing - complete the charge air circuit with no cutting or permanent modification required. The system installs with OEM mounting points, works with factory ducting, and includes a trim removal tool and all hardware for a self-contained installation.

The Black/Red finish combination is the boldest aesthetic option in the FL5 CTR intercooler kit lineup - a blacked-out intercooler core that disappears behind the front grille, combined with red charge pipes that draw the eye through the engine bay in unmistakable fashion. This pairing works particularly well on Championship White Type Rs, where the red pipes echo the iconic Rallye Red pipe aesthetic associated with the CTR's motorsport heritage. For owners who prefer an all-black or silver/red combination, see MMINT-CTR-23KBKBK and MMINT-CTR-23KSLRD respectively. The kit supports builds up to 600 horsepower, providing meaningful headroom for tuned and power-adder applications. Backed by Mishimoto's Lifetime Warranty.