Overview
The A45/CLA45/GLA45 AMG's factory water-to-air charge cooling system manages stock output adequately, but its capacity becomes a limiting factor under sustained boost on tuned applications. This competition water cooler kit provides a larger volume circuit for improved charge cooling.
Why Upgrade?
- Larger volume water cooler circuit than the factory system
- Improved charge air temperature consistency under sustained boost
- Direct fit for W176/C117/X156 chassis
- Black finish
Built for the Drive, Not Just the Dyno
A water-to-air system hides its heat soak ceiling better than a traditional front-mount intercooler, but it's still there — the coolant loop just runs out of capacity instead of the air. A larger water cooler circuit buys back that margin precisely where back-to-back pulls start to feel flat on the factory unit.
Fitment
Compatible with:
- Mercedes-AMG A45 W176 M133 (2013–2018)
- Mercedes-AMG CLA45 C117 M133 (2013–2018)
- Mercedes-AMG GLA45 X156 M133 (2014–2018)
Note: verify your specific model and year before ordering, or message us your rego/VIN and we'll confirm it for you.
What's Included
- Water cooler kit, larger volume than OEM
- Supplied installation hardware
Specifications
- Finish: Black
- Engine: M133 2.0T
- Fitment: Direct fit
Shipping & Fit
- Confirmed fitment by chassis and engine code before you buy, not after
- Worldwide shipping, cost calculated at checkout for your destination
- Australian Consumer Law returns on all unused, unfitted parts
- Questions about your specific build? Message us — real people, real platform knowledge
Delivery & Support
Your order is carefully inspected before dispatch and backed by VCTR Performance support. For product availability, shipping estimates or fitment assistance, contact our team.