Performace Exhaust

Vorsprung Autowerk 3.0T High-Flow Catted Downpipes
Built for Real Power, Without the Compromises

Once you move past a basic single pulley setup on the Audi 3.0T, you're asking a lot more from the factory cats — and honestly, they just can’t keep up. We’ve seen it time and time again: stock converters break down under the extra heat and pressure, and when they do, the risk isn’t just poor performance — it’s engine damage.

After seeing too many low-quality test pipes fail or turn cars into raspy, smelly messes, we decided to build something better. Something we’d actually run on our own cars — and trust over the long haul.

Why 400-Cell Metallic Cats? Because Balance Matters.

Everyone loves the sound of a performance exhaust — until the drone and fumes from cheap test pipes make your car feel like a straight-piped lawnmower. That’s why we chose 400-cell s-woven metallic catalysts — the same type trusted by top-tier names like GESI.

They strike the right balance: strong enough to hold up to repeated abuse, dense enough to smooth out noise and odor, and efficient enough to maintain flow and support serious power. Too many brands cut corners with 200- or 300-cell ceramic cores to boost profits, but that’s not how we work.

We sourced the highest-quality non-branded metallic cats we could find — not because they were cheap, but because they were the best-performing option we could offer without inflating the price.

Performance, Reliability, and Thoughtful Design

• Full 2.5” flow path from top to bottom, with no tapering down to OEM size

• Smooth transition to OEM-style lower flanges for easy fitment

• Precision TIG-welded and back-purged for maximum strength

• Double-walled pipe ends to resist cracking over time

• Extra-thick 10mm stainless flanges, reinforced inside and out to prevent warping

• Heat shielding included to control temps, reduce heat soak, and protect nearby components

• 304L stainless steel construction (2.0mm wall thickness) throughout — built to last

We’re currently beta testing emissions compliance with a number of users — so far, everything is running clean. These converters are rated to withstand temps well beyond what the supercharged 3.0T can throw at them.

And for peace of mind? You get a 12-month, unlimited-launch warranty against catalyst failure. Go ahead — drive it like you mean it.

A Vehicle Fitment:

• Audi B8/B8.5 S4 & A4 3.0T (2009–2016)

• Audi B8/B8.5 S5 & A5 3.0T (2007–2017)

• Audi Q5 & SQ5 3.0T (2012–2018)

• Audi A6 (C7/C7.5) 3.0T (2011–2018)

• Audi A7 (C7/C7.5) 3.0T (2010–2018)

• Audi A8 (D4) 3.0T (2011–2018)
  Note: Does not fit C6 A6, 4L Q7, or 4M Q7.

Warranty Disclaimer: No catalysts, including ours, are designed to withstand crackle or burble tunes and cannot withstand ignition-cut launch control environments. We reserve the right to void warranty if such conditions were present. 

Experience enhanced performance and a refined exhaust note with our high-flow resonated downpipes designed specifically for Audi B8/B8.5 and C7/C7.5 models.

Crafted from premium materials, these downpipes feature dual drone destroying front resonators fed to our legendary dual straight-through resonators.  Developed from the success of our catted version, we meticulously engineered this to eliminate drone for customers looking to not add cats to their exhaust while delivering a powerful and exhilarating exhaust sound.

Key Benefits:

• Increased horsepower and torque
• Improved throttle response
• Smoother power delivery
• Aggressive and sporty exhaust note
• Drone-free operation for a comfortable driving experience
• Direct bolt-on installation for easy and hassle-free upgrade

Upgrade your Audi B8/B8.5 or C7/C7.5 3.0 today with our resonated downpipes and unleash the true potential of your vehicle.

Why Buy From Us?

✅ Enthusiast-designed & tested — Built by people who actually drive
✅ Run on our own cars — If we don’t trust it, we don’t sell it
✅ Always improving — Continuous R&D, not cookie-cutter catalog parts
✅ We support platform development — Investing in the future of your chassis
✅ Real support from real humans — Talk to enthusiasts, not ticket bots
✅ Small team, big passion — Every order helps fuel innovation
✅ No marketing fluff — Just honest parts that perform

Born from Necessity. Tuned for Performance.

These Sport Downpipes were developed out of a need to replace the worn, rattling factory pipes on our own test mule Q7 3.0T. Rather than settle for stock replacements, we saw the opportunity to improve both sound and flow. The result is a set of downpipes that not only restore integrity but enhance the driving experience with a subtle, sporty tone and improved exhaust performance — all while preserving the Q7’s refined character.

Unleash the full potential of your Audi Q7 4M 3.0T with Vorsprung Autowerk’s precision-engineered Sport Downpipes. Designed specifically for the supercharged V6 platform, these downpipes are built to deliver a dramatic improvement in exhaust flow, sharper throttle response, and a deeper, more aggressive exhaust note – all while maintaining daily drivability.

Key Features:

• Optimized Exhaust Flow: Free up backpressure and improve engine efficiency with mandrel-bent tubing that enhances turbo spool and overall performance.

• Large Straight-Through Resonators: Tuned to produce a refined yet sporty exhaust tone – bold on throttle, smooth at cruise. No harsh drone, just performance sound.

• Premium Construction: Crafted from high-grade 304L stainless steel for long-term durability, corrosion resistance, and a perfect fit with OEM or aftermarket systems.

• Direct Fit for Audi Q7 4M 3.0T Supercharged: Engineered to match factory mounting points for hassle-free installation.

• Track-Inspired Performance: Developed with performance driving in mind, offering increased airflow and improved throttle response without compromising refinement.

Whether you're looking to wake up your Q7’s sound or extract more power from your supercharged V6, Vorsprung Autowerk Sport Downpipes deliver the performance and presence your Audi deserves.

Drive the difference.
Drive Vorsprung.

Why Buy From Us?

✅ Enthusiast-designed & tested — Built by people who actually drive
✅ Run on our own cars — If we don’t trust it, we don’t sell it
✅ Always improving — Continuous R&D, not cookie-cutter catalog parts
✅ We support platform development — Investing in the future of your chassis
✅ Real support from real humans — Talk to enthusiasts, not ticket bots
✅ Small team, big passion — Every order helps fuel innovation
✅ No marketing fluff — Just honest parts that perform

Experience enhanced performance and a refined exhaust note with our high-flow resonated downpipes designed specifically for Audi B8 and B8.5 models.

Crafted from premium materials, these downpipes feature dual straight-through resonators meticulously engineered to eliminate drone while delivering a powerful and exhilarating exhaust sound.

Key Benefits:

• Increased horsepower and torque
• Improved throttle response
• Smoother power delivery
• Aggressive and sporty exhaust note
• Drone-free operation for a comfortable driving experience
• Direct bolt-on installation for easy and hassle-free upgrade

Upgrade your Audi B8 or B8.5 today with our resonated downpipes and unleash the true potential of your vehicle.