Mercedes Benz W205/W213/C253, C43/E43/GLC43 Catted Downpipe With Heatshield

Free up the M276 without giving up emissions control. This Catted Downpipe kit replaces both restrictive factory units on the Mercedes-AMG C43, E43 and GLC43 with high-flow sports catalytic converters, wrapped in full woven heat shielding.

The factory downpipes are the tightest part of the V6's exhaust, and the standard catalysts are the tightest part of them. These keep a working catalyst on each bank while releasing most of the flow a catless kit offers, which is what makes them the sensible choice on a car that still has to do the daily drive. The sports catalysts also keep the exhaust note cleaner and considerably less raspy.

Manufactured from T304 stainless steel with mandrel bends and precision TIG welding throughout, with the factory sensor bungs retained.

Key Features

High-Flow Sports Catalytic Converters

Far less restrictive than the factory units, retaining emissions control on both banks while releasing most of the flow a catless kit offers.

Supplied as a Matched Pair

The M276 is a V6 with both turbochargers mounted inside the vee, so it runs two downpipes - one per bank. This kit replaces both. Changing only one leaves half the restriction in place.

Full Woven Heat Shielding

Wrapped over the length of both pipes, reducing radiant heat into the engine bay and protecting the components packed around them.

T304 Stainless Steel Construction

High-grade, corrosion-resistant material built to withstand the exhaust gas temperatures a tuned M276 produces.

Factory Sensor Bungs Retained

The pre and post catalyst oxygen sensors plug straight back into their original positions.

Cleaner Tone Than Catless

The catalysts take the hard rasp out of the note, which is the difference between a car you still enjoy on a long drive and one you do not.

Direct Bolt-On Fitment

Mounts to the factory turbo flanges and mid section using the original mounting points, with no cutting or fabrication.

Performance Benefits

Strong gains in power and torque across the rev range when tuned
Faster spool on both turbochargers
Sharper throttle response
Deeper exhaust note without the rasp and drone of a catless kit
Far less likely to trigger a check engine light than a catless kit
Lower under-bonnet temperatures thanks to the shielding

Vehicle Fitment

Mercedes-AMG C43 (W205, 2016-2021)
Mercedes-AMG E43 (W213, 2017-2019)
Mercedes-AMG GLC43 (C253 Coupe and X253 SUV, 2016-2022)

3.0L Twin-Turbocharged M276 V6 Engine

Supplied as a matched left and right pair. All three cars share the same M276 engine and downpipe layout, which is why one kit covers the range.

Please Note

A high-flow sports catalytic converter is not a factory replacement part. Emissions hardware is regulated and the requirements vary between states, so please check your local regulations before purchasing or installing.

An ECU tune is recommended to realise the full benefit of the kit, and professional installation is recommended.

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