V2 is on the way! Pre-order deliveries arrive in June. Single mandrel bent 2.0mm piping, integrated heat shielding, TIG welded, and fully back-purged. Less welds + thicker pipes + heat shielding = unparalleled durability, zero rasp, and lower IATs. We beat the other guys, NO CAP (see what we did there?).

Built Right, Not Just Built. The Ultimate Decat Solution

Most Audi 3.0 supercharged test pipes on the market cut corners with thin materials, weak welds, and inflated price tags. At Vorsprung Autowerk, we weren't impressed. So, we engineered the V2 Series: the most durable, reliable, and headache-free decat solution ever built for the Audi B8/B8.5 S4, S5, C7 A6, and Q5 platforms.

By combining the best features from every 3.0T downpipe on the market and removing the compromises, we’ve created a heavy-duty set of test pipes that makes every other option look unnecessary.

Why Choose Vorsprung V2 Test Pipes?

Our V2 design focuses on three core pillars: Durability, Sound Quality, and Heat Management.

• VORSPRUNG Spec 2.0mm Wall Thickness: While the industry norm is a thin 1.56mm, we use heavy-duty 2.0mm stainless steel piping. Thicker walls mean maximum durability, significantly less "exhaust rasp," and superior heat retention for better exhaust velocity.

• Single Mandrel Bent Piping: We use a single-piece mandrel bend to eliminate unnecessary welds. This means fewer failure points, unrestricted flow, and a stronger overall exhaust path.

• Integrated Dual-Layer Metal Heat Shielding: Standard on all V2 pipes. Lower your Intake Air Temperatures (IATs) and protect your surrounding engine bay components without paying the "premium brand" markup.

• TIG Welded & Back Purged: We utilize professional-grade welding techniques that lesser brands ignore. Back-purging ensures internal weld strength remains smooth and structurally sound to easily handle high-boost, dual-pulley applications.

• Reinforced 10mm Flanges: Featuring both internal and external reinforcement for a perfect OEM-style fit that will not warp or leak under extreme exhaust heat.

• Vibration Reduction: Reinforced mounting points keep your exhaust system rigid, drastically reducing stress and fatigue on your factory manifold studs.

• O2 Spacers with Euro 6 Coating Available here
  

Technical Specifications

Confirmed Platform Fitment

Engineered for a direct bolt-on fit for the following Audi 3.0 TFSI platforms:

• Audi S4 (B8 / B8.5): 2010 - 2016

• Audi S5 (B8.5): 2013 - 2017

• Audi A6 (C7 / C7.5): 2012 - 2018

• Audi A7 (C7 / C7.5): 2012 - 2018

• Audi Q5 / SQ5: 2013 - 2017

Engineered for Endurance, Guaranteed for Life

A lifetime warranty is only useful if you don’t have to use it. We know that replacing test pipes is a labor-intensive "engine-out" or "subframe-drop" job—the last thing you want is a part failure.

At Vorsprung Autowerk, we don't just offer a warranty; we offer peace of mind. We provide a Lifetime Warranty because we are confident our 2.0mm, reinforced design will never leave you stranded or facing expensive re-installation labor.

Stop settling for thin pipes and weak welds. Upgrade to the Vorsprung V2—the last set of test pipes your Audi 3.0T will ever need.