Do you need a tune for a downpipe mk6 GTI?

Registered. No tune is needed for the downpipe. Use an o2 spacer to help avoid a CEL. However, if you’re concerned about warranty, VW/Audi can still give you trouble just for having a downpipe.

How much horsepower does a downpipe add to a GTI?

The best reason to buy a downpipe is that the performance gain is noticeable at a wide range of RPMs. While it’s generally accepted that installing a downpipe will add “just” 10 to 20 horsepower, that gain is noticeable anytime the turbo is engaged. It adds up to a big increase in performance.

What is the best downpipe for MK7 GTI?

Here are our top picks for MK7 GTI owners:

1. 034Motorsport Cast Stainless Steel Performance Downpipe. 034Motorsport SS Downpipe.
2. Wagner Tuning Downpipe. Wagner Tuning Downpipe.
3. CTS Turbo 3.5” Stainless Steel Downpipe. CTS Turbo SS Downpipe.
4. IE Catted Cast Downpipe. IE Catted Cast Downpipe.
5. Milltek Cast Large Bore Downpipe.

Is CTS downpipe good?

I bought the CTS Turbo downpipe and the intake. I went catless with the CEL eliminator. The intake is awesome, sounds excellent. The down pipe is great nice welds fitment is good, I got about 2500 with no CEL and I had the car idling the other day for a little while and the CEL did come on.

What are the most common 5th Gen GTI problems?

We understand every vehicle is not EXACTLY alike and can have different issues, but looking into a lot of the forums, these seem to be the most common amongst 5th Gen GTI cars. List of all the MK5 GTI engines. The most common engine problem in a 5th Gen (MK5) GTI is ignition coil packs going bad.

How manybhp does a new Golf GTI have?

Not only that, but you get a cheeky 15bhp power boost to bring the total to a healthy 242bhp (not strictly necessary, but we’ll take it), bigger brakes, a bit of extra kit and – if you opt for an automatic Golf – the new seven-speed DSG as opposed to the older six-speed.

Is the DSG transmission reliable on a GTI?

Many seem to say if you perform proper maintenance every 40k miles, the DSG transmission is very reliable. With that said, if you are looking to get yourself a MK5 GTI, make sure to get a complete service history to ensure proper maintenance on the transmission because as we state above, repairs are VERY expensive.

Is the mk7.5 Golf GTI too fast?

It doesn’t feel slow even after stepping out of high-powered supercars, nor is it too fast: you can keep the throttle pinned for a reasonable amount of time without the fear of the local plod taking away your license and tearing it into tiny little pieces.