Does this link pipe set work on its own?

No. This titanium link pipe set is a mandatory companion to the Akrapovic Evolution Line (Titanium) exhaust and must be ordered together with it to form a complete system.

Is this exhaust street legal?

Yes, when paired with the Evolution Line (Titanium) system on a gasoline particulate filter-equipped RS Q8, the complete system carries ECE type approval. Adding the optional Sound Kit or stainless steel link pipes voids that approval.

How much power will this add?

The complete Evolution Line (Titanium) system, of which this link pipe set is a required half, adds up to 5.7 kW (7.7 metric hp) and 10.7 Nm (7.9 lb-ft) over the factory RS Sport exhaust.

Do I need to remap my ECU?

No, not with the standard titanium system, which is plug-and-play and ECE type-approved. Adding the optional stainless steel Downpipe/Link Pipe Set requires remapping and voids ECE approval.

What is this link pipe set made from?

High-grade titanium, matching the material and X-connection design of the Evolution Line (Titanium) muffler section it pairs with to complete the exhaust.

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Akrapovic Titanium Evolution Link Pipe Set for 4M Audi RSQ8

The Akrapovic Titanium Evolution Link Pipe Set completes the Evolution Line (Titanium) exhaust for the 4M Audi RS Q8. Akrapovic splits the complete system into two part numbers for packaging reasons, and this link pipe set, with its titanium construction and X-connection element, is the mandatory second half. Ordered together with the Evolution Line (Titanium) muffler system, it forms a full titanium exhaust that cuts 14.9 kg (32.8 lb) versus the factory system, roughly a 50% reduction, while adding up to 5.7 kW and 10.7 Nm and Akrapovic’s signature high-frequency racing tone up top with a deep, iconic V8 rumble down low. On cars fitted with a gasoline particulate filter, the complete system carries ECE type approval, so it installs plug-and-play with no ECU tuning required.

Features

Titanium construction matching the Evolution Line (Titanium) system, including the X-connection element that shapes the exhaust note
Mandatory pairing with the Akrapovic Evolution Line (Titanium) exhaust (S-AU/T/3H), sold separately, to form one complete system
Complete system cuts up to 14.9 kg (32.8 lb) versus the factory exhaust, roughly a 50% weight reduction
Complete system adds up to 5.7 kW and 10.7 Nm over the factory RS Sport exhaust
ECE type-approved on gasoline particulate filter-equipped cars, no ECU tuning required for the standard system

Specifications

Material: high-grade titanium
Peak power gain: +5.7 kW (+7.7 metric hp) at 6,200 rpm
Peak torque gain: +10.7 Nm (+7.9 lb-ft) at 2,850 rpm
Weight: 14.73 kg (32.5 lb) complete system weight, a 14.9 kg (32.8 lb) reduction versus the factory exhaust
Installation time: approximately 240 minutes

Applications

Audi RS Q8: 4M | 2020 to present | 4.0T

Notes

This link pipe set is a mandatory companion to the Akrapovic Evolution Line (Titanium) exhaust (S-AU/T/3H) and does not function as a standalone exhaust system. Order both parts together to complete your system.
ECE type approval for the complete system is valid only on vehicles equipped with a gasoline particulate filter.
Installing the optional Akrapovic Sound Kit or the optional stainless steel Downpipe/Link Pipe Set voids ECE type approval, and the stainless link pipe set additionally requires ECU remapping.
Manufacturer installation instructions: download the PDF.
ECE type-approval certificate: download the PDF.
Fitment is specific to the 4M platform and years listed above. For any questions on fitment or specifications, Contact us and we will confirm the correct parts for your build.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this link pipe set work on its own? No. This titanium link pipe set is a mandatory companion to the Akrapovic Evolution Line (Titanium) exhaust and must be ordered together with it to form a complete system.
Is this exhaust street legal? Yes, when paired with the Evolution Line (Titanium) system on a gasoline particulate filter-equipped RS Q8, the complete system carries ECE type approval. Adding the optional Sound Kit or stainless steel link pipes voids that approval.
How much power will this add? The complete Evolution Line (Titanium) system, of which this link pipe set is a required half, adds up to 5.7 kW (7.7 metric hp) and 10.7 Nm (7.9 lb-ft) over the factory RS Sport exhaust.
Do I need to remap my ECU? No, not with the standard titanium system, which is plug-and-play and ECE type-approved. Adding the optional stainless steel Downpipe/Link Pipe Set requires remapping and voids ECE approval.
What is this link pipe set made from? High-grade titanium, matching the material and X-connection design of the Evolution Line (Titanium) muffler section it pairs with to complete the exhaust.

About Akrapovic

Akrapovic is a manufacturer of premium exhaust systems for motorcycles and performance cars, recognized globally for its use of advanced technology and high-quality materials. The company’s state-of-the-art facilities in Slovenia include an in-house titanium foundry and metallurgical laboratory, giving it full control over the materials and processes behind every component it produces. Akrapovic’s roots in motorsport run deep, and the knowledge gained from supporting MotoGP, WorldSBK, MXGP, DTM, and other racing programs feeds directly into the street and performance car products it builds, including the Titanium Evolution Line for the Audi RS Q8.

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