Mishimoto 2024-2026 Toyota Tacoma 2.4L Turbo Performance Intercooler, Black

Mishimoto 2024+ Toyota Tacoma Performance Intercooler, Black (SKU: MMINT-TAC-24BK)

The MMINT-TAC-24BK is a direct-fit, bar-and-plate front-mount intercooler engineered specifically for the 2024–2026 Toyota Tacoma and Land Cruiser LC250 powered by the T24A-FTS 2.4L turbocharged four-cylinder. Compared to the factory tube-and-fin unit, this intercooler delivers a core volume 55% larger, a pressure drop 30% lower, and up to 36°F of intake air temperature reduction at wide-open throttle. The result is cooler, denser charge air, more consistent power delivery, and reduced heat soak on the trail or the highway.

The stealth black powder-coat finish on MMINT-TAC-24BK matches the underhood aesthetic of blacked-out Tacoma builds and holds up to road debris and underhood heat cycles. Cast aluminum end tanks, billet anodized ORB sensor ports, and updated OEM-matched rubber-and-metal mounting bushings are all included. Installation is bolt-on with no cutting or welding, though front bumper removal is required for access.

Why Upgrade the Factory Intercooler?

Toyota's stock tube-and-fin intercooler was designed around a balance of cost, packaging, and adequate performance for everyday driving. Under sustained hard acceleration, off-road passes, or towing in summer heat, the factory core saturates quickly and intake air temperatures climb. As charge air temperatures rise, the engine management system pulls timing and reduces boost to protect itself, trading the power you need for safe combustion margins.

The bar-and-plate aluminum core in this kit promotes even, consistent airflow from top to bottom and transfers heat to ambient air far more efficiently than the tube-and-fin design. The 55% larger core volume gives hot charge air more time and surface contact to cool, while the 30% lower pressure drop means the turbocharger works less to maintain target boost. The outcome is a more consistent, more repeatable power band whether you are on lap one or lap ten of a mountain road.

Key Performance Numbers

Technical Specifications

What's Included

• 1x Performance intercooler, bar-and-plate aluminum, stealth black powder coat
• 1x Rubber intercooler duct
• 1x Intercooler duct bracket (flat metal)
• 1x Vacuum fitting, 15 mm billet anodized ORB (red)
• 1x Vacuum fitting, 19 mm billet anodized ORB (red)
• 4x 8 mm mounting bolts (duct bracket to intercooler)
• 1x Crush washer (for 17 mm temperature sensor reinstallation)
• 1x Adhesive-backed foam sealing strip (top of intercooler)
• Mishimoto Lifetime Limited Warranty documentation

Note: Charge pipes are not included. This is a core-only intercooler. For a complete plug-and-play upgrade, pair this unit with the Mishimoto Performance Charge Pipe Kit (MMICP-TAC-24BK for wrinkle black or MMICP-TAC-24RD for wrinkle red), or retain your factory charge pipes.

Fitment

Land Cruiser LC250 installation note: On some LC250 vehicles, removal of a bracket on top of the AC condenser may be required during installation.

Installation Overview

This kit installs as a direct bolt-on replacement for the factory intercooler. No cutting, welding, or permanent vehicle modification is required. The unit mounts to the OEM radiator using four factory 10 mm bolts torqued to 53 in-lb. Factory charge pipes and all factory sensors are reused (the 17 mm intake temperature sensor transfers using the included crush washer).

Front bumper removal is required to access the radiator and intercooler assembly. Mishimoto rates the install difficulty as medium. A full step-by-step installation guide and official video are available on the Mishimoto website. Estimated hands-on time for an experienced installer is two to four hours.

Compare Intercooler Options for the 2024+ Tacoma

If you prefer a complete intercooler and charge pipe solution in a single purchase, the kit part numbers (MMINT-TAC-24KBKBK or MMINT-TAC-24KBKRD) bundle the same black intercooler core with 2.5-in hot-side and 3.0-in cold-side aluminum charge pipes, silicone couplers, and all required hardware.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the MISMMINT-TAC-24BK fit every 2024 Tacoma trim level, including the TRD Pro and Trailhunter?
Yes. This intercooler fits all 2024, 2025, and 2026 Toyota Tacoma trims equipped with the T24A-FTS 2.4L turbocharged engine: SR, SR5, TRD Off-Road, TRD Sport, TRD PreRunner, TRD Pro, Trailhunter, and Limited. Every one of those trims uses the same 2.4T engine and the same front-end packaging.

Does this intercooler fit the 2024–2026 Toyota Land Cruiser LC250?
Yes. The LC250 shares the T24A-FTS 2.4L turbocharged platform and the same intercooler location. Installation on some LC250 vehicles may require removing a bracket on top of the AC condenser. All other steps and hardware are identical to the Tacoma installation.

Do I need charge pipes to complete the install?
This is a core-only intercooler. Your factory Toyota charge pipes will work, and no adapters are needed. If you want to upgrade to larger-diameter, smoother-bore aluminum piping at the same time, the Mishimoto charge pipe kits (MMICP-TAC-24BK or MMICP-TAC-24RD) are sold separately, or you can purchase a bundled kit (MMINT-TAC-24KBKBK or MMINT-TAC-24KBKRD) that includes everything in one box.

Will installing this intercooler void my Toyota factory warranty?
Under the federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act (15 U.S.C. § 2301 et seq.), a vehicle manufacturer cannot void your factory warranty simply because you installed an aftermarket part. Toyota would have to demonstrate that this specific intercooler caused the specific failure being claimed. Because this kit is a direct-fit bolt-on with no permanent vehicle modifications, no cutting, and no welding, the risk of a broad warranty denial is very low.

Does this upgrade preserve the factory Adaptive Cruise Control system?
Yes. The unit was engineered to avoid interference with Toyota's factory Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) radar system. No ACC recalibration or sensor relocation is required.

What is the difference between the black (MISMMINT-TAC-24BK) and the silver (MMINT-TAC-24SL)?
The two intercoolers are mechanically identical, sharing the same bar-and-plate core, dimensions, fitment, and performance specifications. The only difference is the external powder-coat finish: stealth black on this unit versus sleek silver on MMINT-TAC-24SL.

Is bumper removal really required for installation?
Yes. The Tacoma's front bumper must be removed to access the radiator support and intercooler mounting bolts. All factory fasteners are reused during reinstallation, and no bumper hardware is modified.

What does the Mishimoto Lifetime Limited Warranty cover?
The Mishimoto Lifetime Limited Warranty covers manufacturing defects for the lifetime of the original purchaser. It is non-transferable and requires original proof of purchase. Mishimoto's remedies include repair, replacement, or a gift card in the amount of the original purchase price, at their discretion. Claims must be submitted through the Mishimoto warranty portal at mishimoto.com with photos and original receipt.

How much horsepower and torque will I gain from this intercooler alone, without a tune?
Mishimoto's published performance claims are a 36°F intake air temperature reduction at wide-open throttle and a 30% lower pressure drop versus stock. Specific wheel horsepower and torque gains depend on whether the vehicle is tuned, ambient temperature, elevation, and other variables. A tune optimized to take advantage of the cooler, denser charge air will extract the most performance from this upgrade.

Warranty

This intercooler is backed by the Mishimoto Lifetime Limited Warranty, covering manufacturing defects for the lifetime of the original purchaser. The warranty is non-transferable. Submit claims at mishimoto.com with photos and original purchase receipt.

California Notice

Not for sale in California. This product is not CARB legal and cannot be sold or used on vehicles registered in the State of California.

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and other compounds known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.