2016-2021 Honda Civic 1.5T Intercooler Upgrade

2016-2021 Honda Civic 1.5T Intercooler Upgrade

PRL Motorsports SKU: PRL-HC10-IC

$749.00

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Raw Aluminum
Black
 


Fits all 2016-2021 Honda Civic 1.5T
Fits all variant models including Si, CVT, 6MT, RHD, International Models, Etc.
50 State Legal CARB Approved: EO D-878


INSTALLATION:
PDF - 2016-2021 Honda Civic 1.5T Intercooler Install Instructions

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Important Notes:

  • NO ECU CALIBRATION REQUIRED
  • THERE ARE (2) TOTAL O-RINGS IN THE FACTORY CHARGE PIPE SYSTEM. O-RINGS MAY BE SUBJECT TO REPLACEMENT IF TORN, DRY-ROTTED, DISFORMED OR HIGH MILEAGE
  • REMOVAL OF LOWER FACTORY INTAKE AIR BOX DAMPER IS RECOMMENDED FOR OPTIMAL FITMENT
  • FITS FACTORY CHARGE PIPING OR PAIR WITH OUR CHARGE PIPE UPGRADE KIT FOR OPTIMAL PERFORMANCE
  • PLEASE CALL OR EMAIL IF PAIRING WTH V1 CHARGE PIPING
  • OEM Honda Part Number 19710-5AA-A01

Technical Notes:

It’s no secret that Honda’s 1.5L turbo Civic is extremely susceptible to heat-soak, especially when retaining the factory intercooler. Excessive heat-soak increases the risk of detonation and causes major power-loss due to high charge air and cylinder temperatures. These issues become even more prevalent with spirited driving and/or increased power outputs. The PRL Motorsports intercooler upgrade decreases charge air temperatures while increasing potential airflow with its dense 550+ horsepower rated (though we have pushed 600+) 25.5x4x6.3” bar-and-plate bar-and-plate core and machined billet aluminum end tanks! This intercooler utilizes factory mounting spots with our embossed end tanks. Kits will come with all hardware needed for a seamless install.


Performance Gains:

  • 9 horsepower & 3 ft/lb torque gains by simply bolting on
  • 50+ F degree drop in post charge air temperature at peak
  • Average of 36 F degree drop in post charge air temperature
  • Increased efficiency & consistency in power delivery
  • Increased engine safety

Kit Includes:

  • (1) Intercooler Assembly w/ Billet End Tanks
  • (2) Air Guides w/ Stainless Hardware
  • (2) Billet Aluminum Factory Charge Pipe Adapters
  • (1) Cardboard Stencil w/ “PRL” Logo
  • (2) PRL Factory Style Replacement O-Rings

Data:

Overall rating: 4.9428573 / 5 from 35 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The 2016-2021 Honda Civic 1.5T Intercooler Upgrade offers a significant drop in post charge air temperature, enhancing performance and engine safety. Customers appreciate the easy installation and high-quality intercooler, which provides noticeable gains in horsepower and torque.

Summary topics

  • Installation Ease: 18%
  • Intercooler Performance: 21%

Review topics: ["looks","service","quality","install","customer service","shipping","car","intercooler","upgrade","mod","pipe","temps","pictures","boost"].

Review highlights

  • "Installation was easy and straightforward."Brandon B.
  • "Amazing quality and easy install"JohnMichael
  • "Installation was fairly straight forward."Michael H.

Reviews

"came in quick , sounds better at high rpm, more turbo flutter"

Jarret (5/5)

"Fue un poco complicado dw montar pero en definitiva luce y da una ganancia excepcional a mi vehiculo en conjunto con los charge pipes. Aun sin ECU tune, la ganancia es notable. De las mejores inversiones para mi Civic 10th generacion."

Jose (5/5)

Intercooler and charge pipe install

"Just installed the intercooler and charge pipes; I'm blown away by how I don't get any more heat soak. So happy with my purchase; great job, PRL."

LUISA O. (5/5)

"Very easy install, came packaged nicely, was missing 4 hexhead screws but i made it work"

Brett (5/5)

"Way bigger than the OEM intercooler. Im on a Phearable tune I guess you could call it stage 1 just for bolt ons. My turbo spools up much faster I also got the charge pipes as well Say goodbye to the heatsoak"

Christian (5/5)

"Amazing quality and easy install"

JohnMichael (5/5)

"Shipped quickly but was missing hardware. Emailed them and problem was resolved pretty quick. Love the quality and look."

Joshua (5/5)

"Temps have been great! Best intercooler upgrade!"

Louron (5/5)

Such quality and shipped so

"Such quality and shipped so fast! Car feels soo much better after install, thank you!"

James V. (5/5)

Amazing upgrade

"Just installed the intercooler today without the charge pipes (waiting until turbo upgrade) and I could not heat soak it no matter how hard I tried. Well worth it"

Chad (5/5)

Q&A

Will this fit on the 2018 honda civic hatchback sport?
Greetings. Yes, Fits all 2016-2021 Civic 1.5T. FITS FACTORY CHARGE PIPING OR PAIR WITH OUR CHARGE PIPE UPGRADE KIT FOR OPTIMAL PERFORMANCE
SKU: PRL-HC10-IC Is this intercooler the v1 or the v2? The link from youtube on the v2 goes to a non working page. Thanks, Chris
Greetings. This is the V2 Version.
Is it OK to spray paint the logo on the black powder coated version? Any issues with the paint adhering?
Yes you can paint the powder coated intercooler. Just be sure to use a heat resistant paint, like engine enamel, to ensure that it lasts.
Hi, would this intercooler work with MAperformance's pipes or any other aftermarket pipes? Or would it only work with PRLs piping?
This should will with any aftermarket charge pipes, but has optimal fitment with our charge piping.