Description
Overview
The AWE Tuning 10-17 Audi Q5 (2.0) Exhaust System Kit is a precision-engineered downpipe built for 2.0T owners who want to fine-tune their sound and uncork the factory system without triggering a check engine light. Constructed from durable T304L stainless steel, this downpipe pairs larger-than-stock resonators with a wider 2.5-inch tubing diameter to deliver a mellow, refined sound volume that stays civilized for daily driving while still opening up the exhaust flow of the turbocharged 2.0T.
Designed as a Down Pipe (Resonated Downpipe) edition, this performance exhaust component is engineered to work as the perfect complement to the Touring Edition Exhaust for owners looking to keep within factory emissions compliance while further freeing up their car exhaust. Because it is 50 State Legal and carries a No CEL Guarantee, you get the added airflow and audible character without the emissions headaches or dashboard warnings.
Key Benefits
AWE Tuning built this exhaust system around real-world usability. It requires no tune, so installation is straightforward and there’s no need to chase additional calibration to run it. The oversized resonators and larger diameter tubing are the heart of the design, shaping a sound that is fuller and more present than stock, yet mellow enough to live with on every commute. Whether you’re upgrading a stock setup or completing a broader exhaust build, this downpipe is a smart, emissions-conscious way to shop for exhaust upgrades that actually last.
- T304L stainless steel construction for long-term corrosion resistance and durability
- Larger-than-stock resonators tuned for a mellow, refined sound volume
- 2.5-inch tubing diameter to help further uncork the 2.0T
- 50 State Legal with a No CEL Guarantee for hassle-free, emissions-compliant driving
- No tune required — no valves, no added calibration needed
- Backed by a Fit Guarantee for confident installation
Option & Pairing
This kit ships as the Resonated Downpipe (Down Pipe edition) and is purpose-built to integrate with the Touring Edition Exhaust. That pairing lets you keep factory emissions compliance intact while adding the deeper flow and character AWE Tuning is known for. Choose this downpipe when you want to build up your exhaust system methodically, layering flow and sound without compromising streetability.
Fitment
Engineered specifically for the 2010-2017 Audi Q5 with the 2.0T engine, this exhaust pipe is dialed in for a precise fit and comes with AWE Tuning’s Fit Guarantee. If you’ve been searching for a quality catback and exhaust system upgrade path or comparing options like Borla exhaust, Corsa exhaust, or MagnaFlow exhaust, this AWE Tuning downpipe delivers a focused, emissions-legal way to enhance your Q5’s performance and tone.
