Does the Capristo Catback Exhaust System fit the S213 and W213 E 53?

Yes. It fits the 2019-2023 Mercedes-AMG E 53 in both the W213 sedan and S213 wagon, with the 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six. It is a cat-back system that bolts to the factory mounting points, so the fitment stays OEM-correct.

How does the CES-3 valve control work?

The valves are backpressure-controlled through the included CES-3 module and key fob, with three modes. Cruise keeps them closed until higher RPM for quiet driving, Sport opens them earlier and under hard acceleration, and Open holds them open. Cruise and Sport can each be set to their own threshold, so you choose exactly where the exhaust opens up.

What does it do for the E 53's inline-six?

It gives the turbocharged straight-six a fuller, more characterful voice and lets you choose that character from the key fob, while keeping things quiet and composed at a cruise. As a cat-back, it changes the sound and flow behind the factory section without touching the front of the exhaust.

Will it drone on the highway?

At a steady cruise the valves stay closed, which routes the exhaust for a deeper, more composed note and keeps cabin drone in check on longer drives. Open the throttle and the valves open for the full voice of the inline-six, so the loud character arrives only when you want it.

What is the Capristo Catback Exhaust System made from?

The Capristo Catback Exhaust System is hand-built from T309 (1.4828) stainless steel, rated beyond 600C and chosen for the heat tolerance that makes Inconel a Formula 1 material. The tubing is mandrel-bent to preserve flow, then hand-welded and hand-polished for durability and a consistent sound over time.

Is it street legal in California?

No. This exhaust is listed as not CARB approved and cannot be sold or shipped to California or other states that require CARB certification. No determination has been made regarding EPA anti-tampering compliance, so check the rules in your area before use.

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Capristo Catback Exhaust System for S213 / W213 Mercedes-AMG E53

The Capristo Catback Exhaust System gives the S213 and W213 Mercedes-AMG E 53 two distinct voices from one exhaust: refined and quiet around town, genuinely vocal the moment its 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six is opened up. Capristo builds it by hand in Germany, 3D laser-scanning the factory layout and CNC-forming T309 (1.4828) stainless steel, an alloy chosen for the heat tolerance that puts Inconel in Formula 1. Backpressure-controlled valves, adjustable through the included CES-3 module and key fob, stay closed at cruise for a composed tone and open on demand for the full, rounded straight-six note. Mandrel-bent, hand-welded and hand-polished, this cat-back is coachbuilt sound for the E 53 sedan and wagon owner who wants presence without compromise.

Valve System

Masterfully, the valves transition between their open and closed states, adaptively responding to a variety of driving scenarios and user predilections. When in cruise mode, the valves are purposefully closed, crafting a finer, more melodic exhaust tune. Alternatively, when the throttle is activated, the valves transition to an open state, exposing the engine’s full sonic richness.

Craftmanship

Every Capristo system begins as a 3D laser scan of the factory exhaust, developed through CAD and digital modeling and machined on CNC equipment at the company’s German workshop. The cat-back is formed from T309 (1.4828) stainless steel, mandrel-bent to preserve flow, hand-welded and hand-polished. T309 tolerates sustained exhaust temperatures beyond 600°C (1112°F), which is why Capristo reaches for it over common 304 stainless; the property keeps the catback exhaust system acoustically consistent and structurally sound through years of heat cycling.

CES-3 Control Module

The backpressure-controlled exhaust valves are able to be customized by the user via the included CES-3 Control Module. This programmable control unit comes with three operating modes that can be navigated through a remote key fob.
- Cruise: Exhaust valves open at higher RPMs
- Sport: Exhaust valves open at lower RPMs and hard acceleration
- Open: Exhaust Valves Remain Open
The vehicle’s Cruise and Sport modes can be independently configured to establish specific backpressure limits, which subsequently determine the activation times of the exhaust valves. This provides exact control over the exhaust system, enabling modifications to accommodate the driver’s distinct preferences and resilience.

Features

Backpressure-controlled valve system with the included CES-3 module and key fob remote
Three selectable modes, Cruise, Sport and Open, with independent backpressure thresholds for Cruise and Sport
Cat-back design that bolts to the factory mounting points
Hand-built T309 (1.4828) stainless steel, rated beyond 600°C (1112°F)
Mandrel-bent, hand-welded and hand-polished construction

Applications

Mercedes-AMG E 53: S213 / W213 | 2019-2023 | 3.0L Turbo Inline-6

Notes

Uses OEM mounting points

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Capristo Catback Exhaust System fit the S213 and W213 E 53? Yes. It fits the 2019-2023 Mercedes-AMG E 53 in both the W213 sedan and S213 wagon, with the 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six. It is a cat-back system that bolts to the factory mounting points, so the fitment stays OEM-correct.
How does the CES-3 valve control work? The valves are backpressure-controlled through the included CES-3 module and key fob, with three modes. Cruise keeps them closed until higher RPM for quiet driving, Sport opens them earlier and under hard acceleration, and Open holds them open. Cruise and Sport can each be set to their own threshold, so you choose exactly where the exhaust opens up.
What does it do for the E 53’s inline-six? It gives the turbocharged straight-six a fuller, more characterful voice and lets you choose that character from the key fob, while keeping things quiet and composed at a cruise. As a cat-back, it changes the sound and flow behind the factory section without touching the front of the exhaust.
Will it drone on the highway? At a steady cruise the valves stay closed, which routes the exhaust for a deeper, more composed note and keeps cabin drone in check on longer drives. Open the throttle and the valves open for the full voice of the inline-six, so the loud character arrives only when you want it.
What is the Capristo Catback Exhaust System made from? The Capristo Catback Exhaust System is hand-built from T309 (1.4828) stainless steel, rated beyond 600°C and chosen for the heat tolerance that makes Inconel a Formula 1 material. The tubing is mandrel-bent to preserve flow, then hand-welded and hand-polished for durability and a consistent sound over time.
Is it street legal in California? No. This exhaust is listed as not CARB approved and cannot be sold or shipped to California or other states that require CARB certification. No determination has been made regarding EPA anti-tampering compliance, so check the rules in your area before use.

About Capristo

Capristo has led the way in innovating a series of advancements in the design of performance exhaust systems and carbon fiber accessories. Each CAPRISTO exhaust is crafted from T309 stainless steel, specially formulated for extreme temperature uses (exceeding 600°C). The creation process involves mandrel-bent tubing and hand-welded assembly, executed with the highest level of care and expertise.

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