MINI Cooper S R52/R53 1.6 2.5″ Sports Cat Tubular Exhaust Manifold 02-08
MINI Cooper S R52/R53 1.6 2.5″ Sports Cat Tubular Exhaust Manifold 02-08
Developed for 02–08 MINI Cooper S (R52/R53) with the 1.6 engine, this sports-cat section combines performance-oriented pipework with a catalytic core in an application-specific assembly.
Formed from 2.5-inch stainless steel pipework with TIG-welded joints, this section pairs freer-flowing pipework with a performance catalyst to support stronger flow and engine response.
Key features
- Vehicle-specific fitment: MINI One/Cooper (R50) — 01-06
- Performance catalyst section with application-specific sensor provision
- 2.5″ pipework · Stainless Steel construction · TIG-welded joints
- Fitting kit included
Sound and character
The freer-flowing section can add a stronger exhaust note while retaining a catalytic core.
Fitment notes
Fits 02–08 MINI Cooper S (R52/R53) with the 1.6 engine.
The sports catalyst offers a less restrictive alternative to many original catalyst sections and is well suited to tuned applications.
What’s in the box?
- 1 × Sports-Catalyst Pipe
- 1 × Tubular Exhaust Manifold
- 1 × Fitting Kit
Technical specifications
- Product type: Sports Cat Tubular Manifold
- Tube diameter: 2.5″
- Material: Stainless Steel
Vehicle compatibility
- Manufacturer: MINI
- Model: Cooper S
- Chassis code: R52/R53
- Production years: 02-08
- Engine: 1.6
Developed for the MINI R52/R53 Cooper S
The supercharged R52/R53 Cooper S is known for immediate response and a distinctive
exhaust character. Manifold, catalyst and cat-back compatibility depends on the exact
model and existing exhaust configuration. Check the product-specific connections,
steering-side information and catalyst requirements above before installation.
More MINI R52/R53 Exhaust Parts
| Weight | 9.48 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 20 × 63 × 34 cm |
| Part | Sports Cat Tubular Manifold |
| Model | Cooper S |
| Engine Size | 1.6 |
| Part Number | MAL-555 |
| Chassis Code | R52/R53 |
| Manufacturer | MINI |
| Welding Type | TIG |
| Steering Side | Right Hand Drive or Left Hand Drive |
| Production Years | 02-08 |
| Tube Diameter | 2.5" |
| EU Approved | No |
| Cross Sell SKUs | MAL-086MAL-077, MAL-216.1 |
| Important Notes | 200 CPI sports catalyst |
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