"Oval tailpipes" refers to the shape of the exhaust pipes at the back of a vehicle, which are elongated and have rounded ends, resembling an oval.
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A distinctive diffusor insert with vertical struts and the large
oval tailpipes of the RS exhaust system terminate the rear.
The extrovert look continues at the rear, with a spoiler atop the tailgate as well as a re-profiled bumper housing a substantial diffuser element and a pair of
large oval tailpipes finished in black.
It sounds discreet enough, so it was a shock to discover, some miles later, just how loud and aggressive the note blaring from the
twin oval tailpipes really is.
The side of the Audi has exterior mirrors that are made of carbon fiber - reinforced polymer (CFRP) and the back of the car sports a dual - branch sport exhaust system with
black oval tailpipe trims.
The aerodynamic components are adapted to vehicles wearing the AMG Sports package and enhance the Mercedes GLA's looks thanks to the front bumper with three - piece stainless steel grille insert, four
chromed oval tailpipes integrated into the rear diffuser and alloy wheels between 18 and 20 inches.
The X3's appearance is also enhanced by Kelleners
oval tailpipes made of stainless steel, carbon fiber interior trim, aluminum pedals and foot rest with Kelleners logo, a 3 - spoke sport steering wheel, and many more customization options for the interior.
On top of all this, Väth installed four
oval tailpipes for the sports exhaust system, costing 2,600 euros.
Lift off the brake, mash the throttle and then hang onto the perforated - leather clad, flat - bottom steering wheel as the 8 - speed automatic furiously cycles through the gears, the digital tach reflashes green, yellow, red, and the exhaust snarls out of the
blackened oval tailpipes.
Compared to lesser TTs, the larger
oval tailpipes come in chrome or black, depending on exhaust options.
The changes include the black - out mesh grille insert we've seen on cars like the RS5, a «Quattro» print lower grille aperture like on the RS7, and a racy rear diffuser with
dual oval tailpipes.
The exterior changes to the convertible are understated, and include blacked - out trim for the grille, headlight surrounds and the
rear oval tailpipes, while the door handles go from chrome to body color.
The addition of a fixed rear wing spoiler, a striking diffuser insert and
oval tailpipes shout top performance.
The distinctive bumpers and the two
oval tailpipe caps of the dual exhaust system dominate the rear end and are integrated into an upturned diffuser.
The exterior is revamped and the large
RS oval tailpipe outlets instantly convey the racing DNA.
At the back the drama continues, with prominent black moulding at the bumper's base, a polished
steel oval tailpipe and the characteristic model name emblazoned across the centre of the hatch.
These design cues are all inspired by the Audi 90 IMSA GTO, though bolder «quattro» badging, the subtle boot deck - lid spoiler, and two
signature oval tailpipes are very much modern Audi.
Chances are you won't mistake the Yaris GRMN for a regular Yaris thanks to unique design cues such as the white, black, and red livery inspired by the Yaris WRC, honeycomb grille, LED headlights, more aggressive bumpers, black roof, wing - type rear spoiler, rear diffuser, and
central oval tailpipe.
At the rear, too, the new S4 and S4 Avant remain unmistakable — thanks to the badge on the trunk lid, the LED lights and the
quadruple oval tailpipes.
The S3 is set apart by its quad exhausts, plus silver detailing and badging, while the RS 3 has flared wheelarches, two
big oval tailpipes and its own logos.
When accelerating, of course, its dual - branch exhaust system with two
oval tailpipes produces that sonorous sporty, throaty sound — an essential feature of a high - performance automobile.
The suspension is 25 mm lower than the A3 and there's a 20 mm wider front track plus the usual RS styling upgrades — honeycomb grille, «quattro» front bumper logo, larger air intakes, flared wheel arches and
massive oval tailpipes.
From their sizeable, air - gulping front intakes, through extended side sills and stunning 18 - inch 5 twin - spoke alloy wheels to the downforce - maximising fixed rear spoiler and
enlarged oval tailpipes, the latest TTs signal intent but with a degree of restraint that is in keeping with Audi RS tradition.
Topping off the vehicle's sporty personality are a long roof edge spoiler, an aluminum diffuser and the exhaust system's
distinctive oval tailpipes.
Also evident are the quattro division's signature aluminum - look exterior mirror housings, beefed - up sills underneath the doors, flared wheel arches — the rear of which boasts a look reminiscent of those on the original Audi quattro — a discreet spoiler atop the tailgate at the rear and a distinctive new rear bumper with an integrated diffuser element and sizeable
chromed oval tailpipes.
In terms of appearance the Audi TT - RS Plus distinguishes itself from the standard version through elements such as 19 inch Rotor design titanium look alloy wheels, the single frame grille with its matt aluminium surround and anthracite mesh, the carbon fibre - reinforced polymer (CFRP) door mirror housings and the
black oval tailpipe trims.
At the rear, an RS - specific diffuser insert,
oval tailpipes of the RS exhaust system, surface - mounted spoiler lip in black / carbon and vertical air outlets on the outer edges of the LED rear lights are among the highlights.
Aside from discreet badging on the grille and boot lid, plus a pair of overly
large oval tailpipes, the SEAT is virtually identical to more humdrum versions of the hatchback.
At the rear there's a wide diffuser element, housing a pair of
oval tailpipes.
Except for the absence of
the oval tailpipes — that would make it way too obvious — the car's front skirt gives the model away as an RS.
The RS4 Avant's spec includes 19in forged - aluminium wheels (20in items will be optional), Nogaro blue paint,
oval tailpipes, a bespoke diffuser insert and a roof - edge spoiler - along with wheelarch blisters that are 30 mm wider than a standard A4's.
The S6 and S7 also feature an available Sport Exhaust system with black
oval tailpipes.
The exhaust can be finished off with either a quad tip,
oval tailpipe or a blacked out unit so that you won't see anything at all.
Its upper section is honeycombed, while its lower section houses two large,
oval tailpipes.
Similar to the single - frame grille, its upper section is honeycombed, whereas the lower section houses two large,
oval tailpipes.
Widened doorsills, brushedaluminum exterior mirror housings, chrome
oval tailpipes and a new rear bumper incorporating a fullwidth diffuser complete the styling makeover.
The 2018 Audi RS 5 Coupe's sporty exterior comprises wider and flatter Singleframe grille with quattro branding along the bottom, additional air inlets (front) / outlets (rear), 19 - inch 10 star design aluminium forged wheels wrapped in 265/35 R19 tyres and housed in 15 mm wider wheel arches, RS - specific diffuser insert and
oval tailpipes.
To set it apart from the lesser power Veloster, the Veloster Turbo gets a more aggressive face, side skirts, wider fenders, a new rear bumper with
oval tailpipes and V - rated 18 - inch performance tires.
Styling-wise, the facelifted Audi RS 3 Sportback gets a new pair of LED headlights, a gloss black honeycomb grille, refreshed bumpers, a roof spoiler, a diffuser insert, and large
oval tailpipes.
The 911 Carrera has a main silencer with two
oval tailpipes.
Like all Audi S models, the TTS exhales through four
oval tailpipes.