Mid Pipe for Cadillac CTS-V (2016-2019) 6.2L

High-Flow T304 Stainless Steel Mid Pipe for 2016-2019 Cadillac CTS-V (Alpha)

What it Does: The Mid Pipe replaces the restrictive center section on the 2016-2019 Cadillac CTS-V to lower backpressure, increase exhaust gas velocity, and unleash the true acoustic profile of the supercharged V8.

The Stock Cadillac CTS-V Exhaust Restriction

Factory exhaust assemblies on the third-generation Alpha platform CTS-V rely on pinched clearance crimps and heavily baffled center sections designed for sound dampening rather than fluid dynamics. These factory bottleneck points disrupt high-velocity gas scavenging, increase thermal retention beneath the vehicle under sustained boost, and cause parasitic pumping losses that restrict the volumetric efficiency of the supercharged 6.2L LT4 engine.

The Engineering Solution

Constructed from premium T304 stainless steel, this performance mid pipe eliminates turbulence-inducing OEM crimps with smooth, continuous-radius mandrel bends. By optimizing laminar flow and post-catalytic gas expansion, backpressure is substantially reduced across the entire powerband. Built to resist corrosion and severe heat cycling, the assembly features precision-welded flanges matching OEM part number B-EXT-MP037 geometry to ensure a rigid, leak-free seal without cabin resonance or low-frequency drone.

What's Included

• 1 Mid pipe section as pictured
• Mounting hardware / flanges as included with the listing

Technical Specifications

Compatibility

• 2016 Cadillac CTS-V (6.2L V8 Supercharged)
• 2017 Cadillac CTS-V (6.2L V8 Supercharged)
• 2018 Cadillac CTS-V (6.2L V8 Supercharged)
• 2019 Cadillac CTS-V (6.2L V8 Supercharged)

Frequently Asked Questions & Fitment Warnings

Does this fit the Alpha CTS?

Yes, this is a direct fit for the 2016-2019 Cadillac CTS equipped with the LT4 6.2L supercharged engine. It does not fit non-V models equipped with 2.0L Turbo, 3.6L V6, or 3.6L Twin-Turbo (V-Sport) configurations.

Is this a full cat-back or axle-back exhaust?

This is an intermediate mid-pipe section engineered to bolt between the front catalytic sections and the rear axle-back assembly.

The Cadillac Caliber

Engineered for high-horsepower American muscle, this mid-pipe system reduces exhaust backpressure and thermal retention to let the supercharged LT4 breathe freely, delivering aggressive acoustic tone and uncompromising reliability on the street or the track.