{"product_id":"m270-catless-downpipe-mercedes-cla250-gla250","title":"M270 Catless Downpipe – Mercedes CLA250 C117 \u0026 GLA250 X156 (2014–2019) 2.0L Turbo, FWD Only","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 920px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 24px 20px; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; color: #222; line-height: 1.75;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #555; text-align: center; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOff-road and competition use only.\u003c\/strong\u003e May not comply with local emissions regulations. Buyer is responsible for compliance with local laws.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 10px; align-items: center; justify-content: space-between; padding: 14px 16px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea; border-radius: 14px; background: #fafafa; margin-bottom: 24px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 800;\"\u003eCatless Downpipe + Mid-Pipe Kit\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #444;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCLA250 \/ GLA250\u003c\/strong\u003e • M270 2.0L Turbo • 2014–2019 (FWD only)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 17px; color: #333; margin-bottom: 32px;\"\u003eReplace your restrictive factory catalytic converter with this high-flow \u003cstrong\u003etwo-piece catless downpipe and mid-pipe kit\u003c\/strong\u003e built specifically for the Mercedes-Benz CLA250 (C117, 2014–2019) and GLA250 (X156, 2015–2019) with the M270 2.0L Turbo. Expect noticeably quicker turbo spool, sharper throttle response, aggressive pops and bangs, and improved power when paired with proper ECU tuning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #fff8e1; border: 1px solid #ffd54f; border-radius: 10px; padding: 18px 20px; margin-bottom: 32px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 8px; font-weight: 700; font-size: 16px; color: #7a5900;\"\u003eFront-wheel-drive models only\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; color: #5c4400;\"\u003eThis kit does not fit 4MATIC cars or the later M260 engine. The engine code and drivetrain decide fitment — confirm both before ordering, or send us your VIN and we'll check.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 21px; margin: 0 0 14px; color: #222;\"\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 32px;\"\u003eTwo pieces — the catless downpipe and the mid-pipe — with gaskets and hardware, as pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 21px; margin: 0 0 14px; color: #222;\"\u003eWhy Upgrade the Factory Downpipe?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"padding-left: 22px; margin-bottom: 32px; line-height: 1.85; font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLouder turbo spool and revs\u003c\/strong\u003e — aggressive sound with pops and bangs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSharper throttle response\u003c\/strong\u003e — faster spool and improved drivability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e+34 hp \/ +32 lb-ft\u003c\/strong\u003e — with this kit and ECU calibration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #1a1a1a; color: #eaeaea; border-left: 4px solid #b30000; border-radius: 10px; padding: 22px 24px; margin-bottom: 36px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 20px; margin: 0 0 12px; color: #fff;\"\u003eComplete the Build\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 14px;\"\u003eA catless setup will usually set a check-engine light without proper tuning. \u003cstrong\u003eThe tune is what turns the hardware loose\u003c\/strong\u003e — it lets the ECU use the extra flow and clears the fault codes properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/benzunitedparts.com\/products\/mercedes-cla250-gla250-ecu-tuning-m270-2-0l-turbo-4-cylinder\" style=\"color: #ff6b6b; font-weight: 700;\"\u003eAdd the M270 custom ECU tune →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 21px; margin: 0 0 14px; color: #222;\"\u003eFitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 24px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #1a1a1a; color: #fff;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 14px 16px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #333;\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 14px 16px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #333;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 14px 16px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #333;\"\u003eChassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 14px 16px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #333;\"\u003eEngine\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 14px 16px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2014–2019\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 14px 16px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCLA250 (FWD)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 14px 16px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eC117\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 14px 16px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eM270 2.0L Turbo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 14px 16px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2015–2019\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 14px 16px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eGLA250 (FWD)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 14px 16px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eX156\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 14px 16px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eM270 2.0L Turbo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; color: #444; margin-bottom: 36px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot sure?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"mailto:benzunitedparts@gmail.com?subject=M270%20CLA250%20GLA250%20Downpipe%20Fitment%20Check\" style=\"color: #b30000; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSend us your VIN\u003c\/a\u003e and we'll confirm drivetrain and engine before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 21px; margin: 0 0 14px; color: #222;\"\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"padding-left: 22px; margin-bottom: 32px; line-height: 1.85; font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional installation recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect and replace gaskets and hardware as needed during installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRe-check for leaks after the initial heat cycles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 21px; margin-bottom: 18px; color: #222;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight: 600; cursor: pointer; font-size: 16px;\"\u003eWill this fit my CLA250 or GLA250?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 12px 0 0 24px; color: #444;\"\u003eYes, for front-wheel-drive cars with the M270 2.0L Turbo — CLA250 (C117) 2014–2019 and GLA250 (X156) 2015–2019. Not for 4MATIC or M260 models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight: 600; cursor: pointer; font-size: 16px;\"\u003eWhat comes in the kit?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 12px 0 0 24px; color: #444;\"\u003eTwo pieces — the catless downpipe and the mid-pipe — along with gaskets and hardware, as pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight: 600; cursor: pointer; font-size: 16px;\"\u003eDo I need a tune?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 12px 0 0 24px; color: #444;\"\u003eStrongly recommended. Catless downpipes will usually set a check-engine light without proper ECU tuning, and the tune is what unlocks the extra flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight: 600; cursor: pointer; font-size: 16px;\"\u003eWill I get a check engine light?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 12px 0 0 24px; color: #444;\"\u003eLikely, on an untuned car. Removing the cat means the downstream O₂ sensor reads differently than the ECU expects. Tuning resolves it properly — we do not recommend defeat devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight: 600; cursor: pointer; font-size: 16px;\"\u003eHow loud will this make my car?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 12px 0 0 24px; color: #444;\"\u003eMuch louder turbo spool, revs, and aggressive pops and bangs compared to stock. Sound level depends on your full exhaust setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight: 600; cursor: pointer; font-size: 16px;\"\u003eWhat performance gains can I expect?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 12px 0 0 24px; color: #444;\"\u003eFaster turbo spool and sharper throttle response on their own, and \u003cstrong\u003e+34 hp \/ +32 lb-ft\u003c\/strong\u003e once paired with ECU calibration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 32px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight: 600; cursor: pointer; font-size: 16px;\"\u003eIs there a warranty?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 12px 0 0 24px; color: #444;\"\u003eYes — a 12-month structural warranty, with guaranteed fitment on every model listed above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 21px; margin: 0 0 14px; color: #222;\"\u003eBuy With Confidence\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"padding-left: 22px; margin-bottom: 32px; line-height: 1.85; font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12-month structural warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e with guaranteed fitment on listed models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree U.S. shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e with tracking on every order\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30-day returns\u003c\/strong\u003e on unused, uninstalled items in original packaging — installed exhaust components are not eligible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFitment confirmed before you buy\u003c\/strong\u003e — send your VIN and we'll verify before you order\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReal support\u003c\/strong\u003e — questions before or after purchase go straight to us, not a call center\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 36px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:benzunitedparts@gmail.com?subject=M270%20Downpipe%20Fitment%20Help\" style=\"color: #b30000; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eConfirm fitment or ask a question →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 14px; color: #555; font-weight: 600; letter-spacing: 0.3px;\"\u003eBenzUnited Parts • M270 Catless Downpipe + Mid-Pipe • 12-Month Warranty • Ships Fast\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BenzUnited Parts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46701221707951,"sku":null,"price":549.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/8718\/9935\/files\/cla250-gla250-catless-downpipes-2014-2019-stainless-steel.jpg?v=1774829791","url":"https:\/\/benzunitedparts.com\/products\/m270-catless-downpipe-mercedes-cla250-gla250","provider":"BenzUnited Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}