VCTR Performance Audi S3 8P / VW Golf GTI/R MK5/MK6 Exhaust Manifold Upgrade

Overview

The factory cast iron exhaust manifold on the EA113 2.0 TFSI restricts flow and builds significant heat. This stainless steel replacement provides improved flow geometry through the manifold, reducing restriction at the first point in the exhaust path and supporting improved turbo response.

Why Upgrade?

• Improved exhaust flow geometry over the factory cast iron manifold
• Reduced restriction from the cylinder head to the turbocharger
• Stainless steel construction runs cooler and is more durable than cast iron
• Improved turbo response from reduced pre-turbo exhaust restriction

Engineering Focus

Fabricated from stainless steel — lighter than the factory cast iron unit and with improved port geometry for better flow from each cylinder to the turbocharger inlet.

Built for the Drive, Not Just the Dyno

Exhaust manifold restriction happens before the turbo ever sees the gas — the factory cast iron unit is heavy, hot, and shaped more for manufacturing cost than flow. A fabricated stainless replacement fixes the very first bottleneck in the exhaust path, which is exactly why it matters more than its size suggests.

Fitment

Compatible with:

• VW Golf GTI MK5 (2006–2009) / MK6 (2010–2013) — 2.0 TSI EA888 Gen1/Gen2
• VW Golf R MK6 (2010–2013) — 2.0 TSI EA888 Gen2
• Audi S3 8P (2007–2012) — 2.0 TFSI EA888 Gen1/Gen2
• Audi A3 8P (2004–2013) — 2.0 TFSI EA888 Gen1/Gen2
• VW Jetta / GLI MK5 / MK6 (2006–2014) — 2.0 TSI EA888 Gen1/Gen2

Note: this exhaust manifold fits the shared EA888 Gen1/Gen2 platform across Golf GTI/R MK5/MK6, A3/S3 8P and Jetta GLI — same engine bay, same fit. It does not fit MK7/MK8 Golf or Audi 8V/8Y platform vehicles, which use a later-generation engine and different fitment. Verify your specific model, year and drivetrain before ordering, or message us your rego/VIN and we'll confirm it for you.

What's Included

• Stainless steel exhaust manifold assembly
• Supplied gaskets and installation hardware

Specifications

• Material: Stainless Steel
• Engine: EA113 / EA888 Gen2 2.0T
• Construction: Fabricated stainless
• Fitment: OEM head flange replacement

Shipping & Fit

• Confirmed fitment by chassis and engine code before you buy, not after
• Worldwide shipping, cost calculated at checkout for your destination
• Australian Consumer Law returns on all unused, unfitted parts
• Questions about your specific build? Message us — real people, real platform knowledge

Delivery & Support

Your order is carefully inspected before dispatch and backed by VCTR Performance support. For product availability, shipping estimates or fitment assistance, contact our team.