Description
Overview
The AWE Tuning Touring Edition Exhaust System Kit is a purpose-built cat back performance exhaust engineered specifically for the 2015-2017 Volkswagen GTI (Hatchback, 2.0, FWD). Four generations of GTI development stand behind this system, blending decades of AWE experience with hundreds of hours of prototyping, engineering, dyno testing, and daily-usage evaluation. The result is a car exhaust that serves as the ultimate compliment to the MK7 GTI lineage — simple to install, refined in character, and unmistakably AWE.
Producing an exhaust system for Volkswagen’s 7th generation GTI was no easy feat, but what looks like a simple design is actually one of AWE’s most comprehensive engineering feats to date. The complete exhaust is built from just three parts, making it one of the easiest systems to install. Thoughtful reconfiguration of the flex pipe ensures stress goes where it should — with no spacers and no exhaust paste required.
Sound & Character
The Touring Edition sits at the intersection of performance and sophistication. Around town it produces a civil tone while idling and cruising, keeping things composed and comfortable. But give it the boot and this exhaust system unleashes a genuine “war-cry wail” — the perfect balance for drivers who want daily-driver manners with a serious voice on demand. If you’re trying to decide which combination of AWE MK7 GTI products meets your desired sound levels, the Touring Edition is the refined, versatile choice.
Materials & Construction
Every exhaust pipe in the system is crafted from durable T304L stainless steel with a 3-inch tubing diameter, engineered for long-term corrosion resistance and consistent flow. The kit is finished with dual Chrome Silver tips measuring 4 inches, delivering a clean, premium look at the rear of your GTI. This is a valveless design that does not rely on 180 Technology, keeping the setup straightforward and dependable.
Highlights
- Cat Back exhaust system engineered specifically for the 15-17 VW GTI (Hatchback, 2.0, FWD)
- T304L Stainless Steel construction with a 3-inch tubing diameter
- Two 4-inch Chrome Silver tips for a refined, factory-plus appearance
- Touring Edition tuning: civil at idle and cruise, aggressive “war-cry wail” under throttle
- Three-part design for one of the easiest installs — no spacers, no exhaust paste
- 50 State Legal, with a Fit Guarantee, No CEL Guarantee, and no tune required
Fitment & Compliance
This AWE Touring Edition catback exhaust is a direct-fit performance exhaust for the 2015-2017 Volkswagen GTI in Hatchback (2.0, FWD) form. It carries a Fit Guarantee, requires no tune, and is backed by a No CEL Guarantee — meaning no check-engine light headaches after installation. With a Voluntary Label rating of 50 State Legal, it’s a smart choice for GTI owners who want to shop for exhaust upgrades that combine performance, sound, and street-legal peace of mind.
