Valved Exhaust System for Porsche Panamera 970 V6 3.6 (2010-2016)
Configuration
Porsche Panamera 970 V6 3.6 Valved Exhaust System (2010-2016)
Valves
Operated by remote control, factory-paired.
Estimated at 0.50 m from the outlet, 45°, 2,000 rpm with a warm engine. Allow ± 2 dB depending on the engine and measuring point. A 3 dB difference is audible in a direct comparison; 10 dB sounds roughly twice as loud.
Configuration guide
Sound intensity with the valves open, on a scale of 0 to 10.
| Configuration | Intensity |
|---|---|
| Decat front pipes + Rog cat-back | 10/10 |
| 100-cell sports catalytic converter + Rog cat-back | 9/10 |
| 200-cell sports catalytic converter + Rog cat-back | 8/10 |
| Rog cat-back only, factory catalytic converter retained | 7/10 |
| Factory exhaust, for comparison | 3/10 |
The Porsche Panamera 970 V6 exhaust in detail.
The Panamera 970 established at Porsche the idea of a large four-seat saloon as much at ease on the motorway as on a twisting road. In its V6 version, built from 2010 to 2016, it receives a 3.6-litre naturally aspirated engine with direct injection, 300 hp and 400 Nm, that loves to rev. The all-wheel-drive Panamera 4 is not yet documented in our records: its VIN will be checked before any manufacturing. The V8 4.8 saloon is covered separately.
Without forced induction, power builds with the revs, and this V6 gives its best near the top end. Its clear, mechanical voice is only a discreet background sound as standard. With the valves open, the Rog cat-back gives it back a rumble with real presence at start-up and a crisp, singing climb through the revs; with the valves closed, the Panamera regains the hushed calm of a touring saloon.
The page offers catalysed front pipes, placed just after the manifolds, under the “Manifold” option. On this naturally aspirated engine, their gain is real but modest, 3 to 8%, and only appears with an ECU remap; the 200-cell version maintains emissions control.
Under this long saloon, the exhaust fits in about two hours, with clamps and gaskets, no welding. The Panamera keeps the control of its factory valves, if it has them, or receives the Rog remote. As for materials, 304 stainless steel sounds full, titanium weighs around 40% less for the same design and comes in brushed, gold or purple; the outlets can be chosen in chrome, gloss black or blued titanium.
Porsche Panamera 970 3.6 V6 exhaust specifications.
| System type | Valved cat-back (valve exhaust), built to your VIN; fitted with clamps and gaskets, no welding, about 2 hours |
|---|---|
| Vehicle and generation | Porsche Panamera 970, 3.6 V6 |
| Engine | 3.6-litre naturally aspirated direct-injection V6, 300 hp and 400 Nm |
| Years | 2010-2016 |
| Materials and finishes | 304 stainless steel or titanium; titanium in brushed, gold or purple |
| Valves | Factory valve control if the car has it, otherwise the Rog remote |
| Front section (option) | Front pipes with 200-cell or 100-cell catalytic converters, or decat |
| Tips | Chrome, gloss black or blued titanium |
| Manufacturing and delivery | Made to order, 20 working days, free delivery |
| Warranty | 3 years, parts and workmanship |
Questions about the Porsche Panamera 970 3.6 V6 exhaust.
Four-wheel-drive Panamera 4: is the 970 V6 system designed for it?
Our page documents the Panamera 970 with the 3.6-litre V6 without naming the Panamera 4. That does not rule anything out: we check against its VIN before building.
Are sport front pipes worthwhile on the Panamera 970 V6?
The voice comes mainly from the cat-back. The sport front pipes are only worthwhile for power with an ECU remap, and on this naturally aspirated saloon V6 the gain tops out at 3 to 8%.
Vehicle inspection: does a modified Panamera 970 V6 need any preparation?
A light build: closed valves for a sound close to stock, original or 200-cell pipes so the catalytic converter keeps working. Beyond that, 100-cell pipes are subject to the car and the rules in your country, which accept them or not, and a decat saloon is reserved for track use.
With four on board on the motorway, does the equipped Panamera stay quiet?
With the valves closed, yes: the silencer, designed for cruising, avoids any drone at a steady speed. The passengers travel in peace, and you open the valves when the road allows.
Porsche Panamera 970 3.6 V6: straight pipe or resonator?
On this model, two characters at the same price: the straight pipe for the raw sound of your engine, unfiltered, or the resonator for a rounder and slightly softer voice. Either way, the exhaust stays fully sporty. Learn more: Exhaust resonator: what does it do? Straight pipe or resonator, which sound to choose.
Rog expert guide
Porsche Panamera 970 V6: a naturally aspirated V6 to reveal, the exhaust system guide
The Panamera 970 established at Porsche the idea of a large four-seat saloon as much at ease on the motorway as on a winding road. In V6 form, built from 2010 to 2016, it gets a naturally aspirated 3.6-litre with...
In detail
Rog Advisor
A question about this exhaust?
Fitment, sound, catalyst, valves, delivery: the answer comes straight away, with your configuration in context.
The Rog Advisor is an automated assistant trained on our product pages and answers. For an important decision, write to us: we confirm by e-mail.
Unsure about your configuration? Talk to us before you order. We know your car. Write to us at contact@rogmotorsport.com: we reply in writing, in English, within 24 hours. Email us
Reviews imported from our previous system and translated from French; verified purchases carry the badge.
Rog presentation film: choosing your vehicle, Standard or Equal Length design, stainless steel or titanium, Z-Pipe, controlled valves, titanium and tip finishes, and support from choosing your configuration through to shipping.
THE Rog CRAFT
Our process.
From the first bend to the last check. The same care at every step.
-
Design
Designed for your vehicle.
Geometry matched to your model, carefully studied bends and precise mounting points. Everything starts with accurate design.
-
Manufacture
Crafted with precision.
Tube bending, part fitting and TIG welding: every joint receives the same care.
-
Finishing
Material, elevated.
The finish reveals the character of the metal. Stainless steel or titanium, depending on the options available for your vehicle.
-
Assembly
Every part in its place.
Components are assembled and adjusted. On valved systems, the mechanism is fitted, set up and tested.
-
Inspection
Check. Then approve.
Geometry, welds, connections and gas flow: the key points are inspected before shipping.
-
Shipping
Ready to join you.
Reinforced packaging protects your exhaust in transit. The final step before giving your vehicle a new voice.
Customer builds
Your videos & photos
The Rog lines fitted on our customers' vehicles, in real conditions.
- Builds
- 500+
- Brands
- 28
- Satisfaction
- 4,9
The journal
News & advice
Best valved exhaust for the Audi RS3 8Y
Which valved exhaust for an Audi RS3 8Y? The options compared (sound, material, valves) and the Rog system made to...
Read the articleBest valved exhaust for the Mercedes-AMG A45 / A45 S W177
Which valved exhaust for a Mercedes-AMG A45 or A45 S W177? The options compared (sound, material, valves) and the Rog...
Read the articleBest valved exhaust for the BMW M2 G87
Which valved exhaust for a BMW M2 G87? The options compared (sound, material, valves) and the Rog system made to...
Read the articleExhaust rules: what changes in 2026 and 2027 (Euro 7, noise cameras, MOT)
Euro 7, new-car noise, noise cameras, MOT and vehicle inspection, and models: what really changes in 2026 and 2027 for...
Read the articleChanging your exhaust: what inspections and approvals cost in 9 countries
What the periodic inspection and the check of a modification cost after changing your exhaust, in 9 European countries: official...
Read the articleIs a cat-back exhaust legal in Ireland? What the NCT checks.
A cat-back leaves your factory cat, sensors and OBD as they are; valves closed, very close to stock, valves open,...
Read the articleSports exhaust (sportsummuti) in Estonia: what the tehnoülevaatus checks.
The sound you choose, a discreet car when it matters: what a Rog valved exhaust gives you in Estonia, how...
Read the articleSports exhaust in Latvia: tehniskā apskate and the CSDD noise limit.
The sound you choose, a discreet car when it matters: what a Rog valved exhaust gives you in Latvia, how...
Read the articleNo article matches this search.
All articles