IE's catback exhaust is a complete performance upgrade that delivers an aggressive note from your iconic five-cylinder engine while freeing the exhaust flow for the highest power levels from any turbo setup. Let your 2.5L beast roar with the ultimate Audi RS3 exhaust system. PERFORMANCE3.5" DIAMETERSINGLE PATH DESIGN BLACK OPTICSRS STYLEOVAL TIPS MANDREL BENTT304L STAINLESSTIG WELDED LEADING FEATURES Creating a proper Motorsport exhaust system requires a delicate balance of flow and harmonics. Extensive engineering and testing have produced an unrestricted exhaust with an exhilarating symphony of engine sound without annoying rattles, drones, or reverb cabin noise. Delivers a sporty, deep, and enhanced exhaust sound Oversized black RS style oval sport tips Massive 3.5" single path high-flow performance design Retains full factory exhaust valve button controls Same as stock exhaust valve operation No-fuss bolt-in direct replacement, no cutting or welding Mandrel bent TIG-welded T304L stainless steel Leak-free OE quality exhaust clamps Direct bolt-on with IE performance downpipe upgrade Compatible with stock downpipe (requires IEEXCQ3 adapter) Your stereo may be out of a job! TECHNOLOGY MEETS ART Cutting-edge engineering and craftsmanship have blended from design to manufacturing, delivering the highest quality surface finish, fit and material brightness. The exhaust tips feature horizontal, vertical, and depth adjustments so that you can perfect them precisely to your liking. Not only will your exhaust sound and perform amazing, but it will also look the part. ENGINEERED TO PERFORM Most aftermarket catback systems for the RS3 mimic the factory twin-pipe setup making it easy to connect to the downpipe. This approach works fine for stock to mildly tuned engines but struggles to keep up with the demands of aggressive calibrations and big turbo setups. The IE catback center pipe is a massive 3.5" straight-through pipe that splits into dual 3" pipes out the back with the valves open. This design provides the flow required to power even the largest power goals. RS STYLE TIPS What is the point of a larger exhaust that looks stock? Stand out from the crowd with our new updated RS-style oval black optics exhaust tips. These oversized tips fill the factory exhaust cutouts for that high-end supercar look. EASY SOUND CONTROL The built-in valve system retains the factory drive select button functionality for an easy same as the stock control. Select comfort to drive around your suburb like a civilized neighbor -or select dynamic to blow their ears out with that 5-cylinder roar! *Retains dynamic, comfort, individual, and auto modes. OPEN EXHAUST VALVES With the exhaust valves in their open setting (dynamic mode) the exhaust flows from the central 3.5" pipe into dual 3" pipes and directly out the back unrestricted. This setting offers the highest flow and loudest sound possible from your exhaust. CLOSED EXHAUST VALVES Cruising in comfort mode closes the dual exhaust valves forcing the exhaust to flow from the single 3.5" center pipe into the muffler and out of twin 2.5" pipes. This keeps the sporty exhaust note but dramatically reduces stock-like noise.