2001-2006 BMW M3 exhaust systems
50 exhaust systems for the E46 2001-2006 BMW M3 (S54 3.2L inline-six) from 15 brands. Cat-back and axle-back systems, mufflers, tips and valve controllers. A cat-back replaces the exhaust from the catalytic converter rearward. An axle-back replaces only the rear section.
Before you order
- Fitment is listed by engine and drivetrain. Confirm both on the retailer page.
- Tip finish and size are often a separate selection on the retailer page.
- Sound-level rules vary by state. A louder system can fail an inspection or roadside check.
- Listings are read from the retailer's E46 M3 category. Coupe and convertible, manual and SMG cars can use different parts. Confirm body style and gearbox on the retailer page before ordering.
Brands on this page: Valvetronic Designs (14), Supersprint (8), AFE (4), ECS (4), Turner Motorsport (4), Scorpion (3), Doorbusters (2), Enthusiast Bundles (2), Rogue Engineering (2), XForce (2), Corsa (1), Dinan (1), Eisenmann (1), Milltek Sport (1), Vivid Racing (1).
Cat Back (13)
AFE · Part no. 49-36344-P
E46 M3 MACH Force-Xp Stainless Steel Cat-Back Exhaust
Mandrel-bent stainless steel with polished tips - +15hp +13lb/ft
AFE · Part no. 49-36344-B
MACH Force-Xp Stainless Steel Cat-Back Exhaust
Mandrel-bent stainless steel with gloss black tips - +15hp +13lb/ft
Doorbusters · Part no. 023410LA09DBKT
E46 M3 Turner Intake With Valved Catback
As close to perfection as you can get. Lightweight, free-flowing valved exhaust with valve controller for a versatile sound experience. Dont miss this doorbuster with a FREE S54 intake with a 200% improvement in flow!
Doorbusters · Part no. 023410LADBKT
E46 M3 Valved Cat-Back With Carbon Front Lip
Upgrade the sound and style of your M3 with a new performance exhaust and a subtle but classic styled front lip for a new look and sound.
Enthusiast Bundles · Part no. 023410LA09EBKT
E46 M3 Turner Intake & Valved Catback Exhaust
As close to perfection as you can get. Lightweight, free-flowing valved exhaust with valve controller for a versatile sound experience. The Turner Motorsport intake boasts a 200% improvement in flow!
Enthusiast Bundles · Part no. 023410LAEBKT
E46 M3 Valved Cat-Back & Carbon Front Lip
Upgrade the sound and style of your M3 with a new performance exhaust and a subtle but classic styled front lip for a new look and sound.
Milltek Sport · Part no. SSXBM462
E46 M3 Performance Cat Back Exhaust
Motorsport pedigree. Superior quality. Excellent sound. Milltek Sport cat-back exhaust for enhanced performance.
Scorpion · Part no. SBM050
E46 M3 Cat-back Exhaust System
Increase power and sound with this cat back system from Scorpion.
Supersprint · Part no. 044013
Center Exhaust Twin Pipe - Non-Resonated (63.5mm)
Increase the power potential of your BMW with these performance exhaust pipes from Supersprint!
Supersprint · Part no. 044003
Center Exhaust Twin Pipe - Resonated (63.5mm)
Increase the power potential of your BMW with these performance exhaust pipes from Supersprint!
Turner Motorsport · Part no. 048781LA01KT2
E46 M3 E46 M3 Resonated Equal Length Section 1 with Install Kit
Eliminate the dreaded S54 rasp and give your BMW E46 M3 an exotic sounding exhaust note. Includes all necessary installation hardware
Turner Motorsport · Part no. 023410LA09
E46 M3 Valved Performance Catback Exhaust
As close to perfection as you can get. Lightweight, free-flowing valved exhaust with valve controller for a versatile sound experience.
Turner Motorsport · Part no. 048781LA01KT
E46 M3 Valved Performance Full Exhaust
Transform your S54 sound profile with push-button volume control, equal-length acoustics, and a complete, hassle-free installation package.
Mufflers (13)
ECS · Part no. 044081LA01
Build-Your-Own Universal Vacuum-Actuated Valved Mufflers Kit
Choose between a 2.5" or 3.0" valved mufflers to complete your custom exhaust.
Valvetronic Designs · Part no. UVM63MMTSTYLEX1
Universal T-Style Valved Muffler Kit - Single Inlet / Dual Outlet - 2.5" (63mm) - 1 Muffler
Upgrade your ride with the Valvetronic Designs universal valve muffler kit, a premium T304 stainless steel solution that delivers an aggressive, valved exhaust note at the click of a button
Valvetronic Designs · Part no. UVM76MMTSTYLEX1
Universal T-Style Valved Muffler Kit - Single Inlet / Dual Outlet - 3.0" (76mm) - 1 Muffler
Upgrade your ride with the Valvetronic Designs universal valve muffler kit, a premium T304 stainless steel solution that delivers an aggressive, valved exhaust note at the click of a button
Valvetronic Designs · Part no. UVM63MMDUALOUTX1
Universal Valved Muffler Kit - Single Inlet / Dual Outlet - 2.5" (63mm) - 1 Muffler
Upgrade your ride with the Valvetronic Designs universal valve muffler kit, a premium T304 stainless steel solution that delivers an aggressive, valved exhaust note at the click of a button
Valvetronic Designs · Part no. UVM63MMDUALOUTX2
Universal Valved Muffler Kit - Single Inlet / Dual Outlet - 2.5" (63mm) - 2 Mufflers
Upgrade your ride with the Valvetronic Designs universal valve muffler kit, a premium T304 stainless steel solution that delivers an aggressive, valved exhaust note at the click of a button
Valvetronic Designs · Part no. UVM76MMDUALOUTX1
Universal Valved Muffler Kit - Single Inlet / Dual Outlet - 3.0" (76mm) - 1 Muffler
Upgrade your ride with the Valvetronic Designs universal valve muffler kit, a premium T304 stainless steel solution that delivers an aggressive, valved exhaust note at the click of a button
Valvetronic Designs · Part no. UVM76MMDUALOUTX2
Universal Valved Muffler Kit - Single Inlet / Dual Outlet - 3.0" (76mm) - 2 Mufflers
Upgrade your ride with the Valvetronic Designs universal valve muffler kit, a premium T304 stainless steel solution that delivers an aggressive, valved exhaust note at the click of a button
Valvetronic Designs · Part no. UVM.63MM.X1
Universal Valved Muffler Kit - Single Inlet / Single Outlet - 2.5" (63mm) - 1 Muffler
Upgrade your ride with the Valvetronic Designs universal valve muffler kit, a premium T304 stainless steel solution that delivers an aggressive, valved exhaust note at the click of a button
Valvetronic Designs · Part no. UVM.63MM.X2
Universal Valved Muffler Kit - Single Inlet / Single Outlet - 2.5" (63mm) - 2 Mufflers
Upgrade your ride with the Valvetronic Designs universal valve muffler kit, a premium T304 stainless steel solution that delivers an aggressive, valved exhaust note at the click of a button
Valvetronic Designs · Part no. UVM.76MM.X1
Universal Valved Muffler Kit - Single Inlet / Single Outlet - 3.0" (76mm) - 1 Muffler
Upgrade your ride with the Valvetronic Designs universal valve muffler kit, a premium T304 stainless steel solution that delivers an aggressive, valved exhaust note at the click of a button
Valvetronic Designs · Part no. UVM.76MM.X2
Universal Valved Muffler Kit - Single Inlet / Single Outlet - 3.0" (76mm) - 2 Mufflers
Upgrade your ride with the Valvetronic Designs universal valve muffler kit, a premium T304 stainless steel solution that delivers an aggressive, valved exhaust note at the click of a button
Valvetronic Designs · Part no. UVM.89MM.X2
Universal Valved Muffler Kit - Single Inlet / Single Outlet - 3.0" (76mm) - 2 Mufflers
Upgrade your ride with the Valvetronic Designs universal valve muffler kit, a premium T304 stainless steel solution that delivers an aggressive, valved exhaust note at the click of a button
Valvetronic Designs · Part no. UVM.89MM.X1
Universal Valved Muffler Kit - Single Inlet / Single Outlet - 3.5" (89mm) - 1 Muffler
Upgrade your ride with the Valvetronic Designs universal valve muffler kit, a premium T304 stainless steel solution that delivers an aggressive, valved exhaust note at the click of a button
Axle Back (7)
Dinan · Part no. D660-4604
Dinan Stainless Exhaust
Civilized performance for the discerning enthusiast - +7HP/+5TQ
Eisenmann · Part no. B5313.00XXX
Eisenmann Performance Exhaust
Maximize power, performance, and style.
Scorpion · Part no. SBMB050
E46 M3 Rear Muffler
A rear muffler that gives an aggressive yet civilized tone.
Supersprint · Part no. 043926
Supersprint Performance Muffler (Gen 2)
Updated Sports Style muffler with a refined exhaust note
Supersprint · Part no. 044006
Supersprint Race Mufflers
Lightweight Racing design for maximum performance & sound
Valvetronic Designs · Part no. BMW.E46.M3.VSES.
Valved Sport Axle-Back Exhaust - Stainless
Upgrade Your E46 M3 With This Valvetronic Exhaust!
Valvetronic Designs · Part no. BMW.E46.M3TI
Valved Sport Axle-Back Exhaust - Titanium
Upgrade Your E46 M3 With This Valvetronic Exhaust!
Mid Pipes (5)
Rogue Engineering · Part no. RE.MID.EVC
EVC Sound Control Kit - E46 M3 X-pipe
For Rogue Engineering E46 M3 X-pipe
Rogue Engineering · Part no. RE.XPIPE.E46M3
Rogue Engineering E46 M3 X-Pipe V2 - Without EVC Valve
Replaces the factory section 2 mid pipe
Scorpion · Part no. SBMR050
Center Resonator Section
Replaces the center section for better flow and reduced rasp.
Supersprint · Part no. 044022
Front Exhaust Kit Right + Left
Turner Motorsport · Part no. 048781LA01
E46 M3 Resonated Equal Length Section 1
Eliminate the dreaded S54 rasp and give your BMW E46 M3 an exotic sounding exhaust note.
Complete System (3)
Corsa · Part no. COR14567BKT
Corsa Sport Exhaust System - Black Tips
A deeper tone that eliminates the rasp of the M3
Retailer fitment note: Includes $75 in gift cards for future purchases!
Supersprint · Part no. 044001KT4
Full Supersprint Exhaust System - Race (63.5mm)
Full stainless steel exhaust system with sport cats and Race sound muffler for added power and aggressive sound!
Supersprint · Part no. 044001KT3
Full Supersprint Exhaust System - Sport (63.5mm)
Full stainless steel exhaust system with sport cats and sport sound muffler for added power and sound!
Valve Controller (3)
ECS · Part no. 004788LA01
Remote Vacuum Exhaust Valve Control Kit
Control your exhaust valves with the click of a button! Includes a standalone vacuum pump, wiring, vacuum hose, and controllers.
XForce · Part no. VK05-ACTUATOR
XForce Varex Toggle Switch
Control your Varex valve with the press of a button
XForce · Part no. VKSB01-ECU-MODUL
Xforce Smartbox Varex Muffler ECU Upgrade Module
Manually and automatically adjust the exhaust sound level
Catalytic Converter (2)
AFE · Part no. 47-46304
Direct Fit Catalytic Converter Replacement System
Keep your emissions in check
Supersprint · Part no. 044002KT
Supersprint Tubular Full-Stepped Headers w/Sport Cats
More flow for less restrictions, don't let your exhaust be the weak point of power
Cutout (2)
ECS · Part no. 020923ECS02
Build-Your-Own Universal Vacuum-Actuated Exhaust Cutout Kit - Dual Cutouts
Increase HP/TQ and activate a full race exhaust with the flip of a switch, with our ECS Vacuum-Actuated Exhaust Cutouts
ECS · Part no. 020923ECS01
Build-Your-Own Universal Vacuum-Actuated Exhaust Cutout Kit - Single Cutout
Increase HP/TQ and activate a full race exhaust with the flip of a switch, with our ECS Vacuum-Actuated Exhaust Cutout
X Pipes (1)
AFE · Part no. 48-36324
Twisted Steel Race Series X-Pipe
Twisted Steel 2-1/2 IN 304 Stainless Steel Race Series X-Pipe BMW M3 (E46)
Headers (1)
Vivid Racing · Part no. BMW46-01134300LS
American Racing Headers Long System - BMW E46 M3 - Catted
More 2001-2006 BMW M3 parts
- 2001-2006 BMW M3 exhaust tips
- 2001-2006 BMW M3 intakes
- 2001-2006 BMW M3 tunes & engine software
- 2001-2006 BMW M3 turbochargers & turbo parts
- 2001-2006 BMW M3 fuel & ignition
- 2001-2006 BMW M3 cooling upgrades
- 2001-2006 BMW M3 engine & mounts
- 2001-2006 BMW M3 drivetrain
- 2001-2006 BMW M3 coilovers
- 2001-2006 BMW M3 lowering springs
- 2001-2006 BMW M3 suspension & chassis
- 2001-2006 BMW M3 brake upgrades
- 2001-2006 BMW M3 wheels
- 2001-2006 BMW M3 wheel spacers & hardware
- 2001-2006 BMW M3 front lips & splitters
- 2001-2006 BMW M3 spoilers & wings
- 2001-2006 BMW M3 rear diffusers
- 2001-2006 BMW M3 exterior & aero
- 2001-2006 BMW M3 interior
- 2001-2006 BMW M3 lighting