• Proudly designed, engineered, and manufactured in-house at AWE
• Max gains of 12 hp and 9 ft-lbs of torque at the wheels (turbo-back, stock software)
• Available as valved SwitchPath™ or more unleashed Track Edition
• Handcrafted from CNC mandrel-bent 3” and 2.5” U.S.-sourced .065” wall T304L stainless steel
• Direct bolt-on for factory-like simplicity
• Less is more:
  clean, straight-through design maximizes performance
• 102mm double-walled, slash-cut tips available in chrome silver or diamond black
• Perfect fitment, guaranteed
• Features the AWE No CEL guarantee
• Lifetime warranty
• SwitchPath™ exhausts are available with the AWE SwitchPath™ Remote for push-button mood control (sold separately)

FROM THE FIRST NAME IN GOLF R EXHAUSTS

PRESENTING THE FINEST EXHAUST FAMILY FOR THE R:

Unmatched quality, fitment, tone, and performance—with options to suit every driving style.

THE VALVED SWITCHPATH™:

Smooth bends, tight packaging, and dual personalities. The AWE SwitchPath™ Exhaust for the Golf R is constructed from 3” and 2.5” U.S.-sourced T304L stainless steel and retains full factory valve integration. It responds to the ECU’s commands via Drive Select, throttle input, and engine speed—quiet when you need it, aggressive when you want it.

In Dynamic mode, expect crackles, tone, and signature AWE thrills on demand.

THE TRACK EDITION EXHAUST:

For those who want full-time volume, the Track Edition delivers. It removes the passenger-side valve and driver-side muffler, keeping things in a constant “valve open” state for unfiltered sound.

Note: This version is very aggressive and not returnable based on sound preference.

Easily convertible to SwitchPath™ using an AWE Conversion Kit.

THE TIPS:

Want to switch things up? AWE offers Conversion Kits so you can move from Track to SwitchPath™ or vice versa without replacing the entire system.

• Track-to-SwitchPath™ Kit: Adds a driver-side muffler and a valved passenger-side section. Retains full factory valve behavior.
• SwitchPath™-to-Track Kit: Replaces the rear muffler and valve section with straight-through Track Edition sections for max volume.

Pro tip: For full control over valve operation, add the SwitchPath™ Remote (sold separately).

THE OPTIONAL SWITCHPATH™ REMOTE:

Push-button control for your exhaust valves—anytime, anywhere. The AWE SwitchPath™ Remote overrides factory programming and works with both the AWE SwitchPath™ Exhaust and the factory system.

Includes two remotes, control box, wiring harness, and mounting hardware. Compact enough for your keychain or console.

Press “On” to open the valves, “Off” to close. You’re in control.

THE AWE VALVE SIMULATORS:

When removing factory valves (like in the Track Edition), soft codes may be stored in the ECU. AWE’s Valve Simulators plug into the OEM harness to eliminate these codes entirely. Note soft codes are harmless and will not cause a CEL or hinder vehicle performance.

Sold as a pair, plug-and-play.

100% EMISSION-FRIENDLY:

AWE Exhausts do not interfere with any factory emissions equipment.

MADE IN PA, USA:

Engineered, designed, and manufactured in-house at AWE using US-sourced .065”-wall T304L stainless steel to achieve a tone deeper than everyone else.

THE FINE PRINT:

AWE’s Perfect Fitment Guarantee, No CEL Guarantee, and Lifetime Warranty all come standard.

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