Description
Overview
The AWE Tuning Exhaust System Kit for the 2015-2017 Volkswagen Golf R Base (Hatchback, 2.0, AWD) is a valved conversion kit engineered to transform the rear of your Golf R exhaust system. It replaces the rear Track Edition straight-sections with a bespoke muffler on the driver’s side and a valved straight section on the passenger’s side, giving you a refined, purpose-built car exhaust setup that respects the character of the platform. If you’ve been searching to shop for exhaust upgrades that deliver both attitude and everyday drivability, this AWE performance exhaust delivers exactly that.
Valve Control & Everyday Drivability
This exhaust system retains factory valve behavior, which is controlled directly through your driving modes—so you keep the OEM-style flexibility to go quiet or open depending on how you drive. For complete, on-demand control over the exhaust valve, AWE recommends pairing the kit with the AWE SwitchPath™ Remote (available separately). Whether you want a subdued commute or an aggressive tone on the open road, the valved design puts that range at your fingertips.
Materials & Build Quality
Every component of this exhaust system kit is built from durable T304L stainless steel, chosen for its corrosion resistance and longevity. The 2.5-inch tubing diameter is matched to the Golf R’s turbocharged 2.0 platform, and AWE backs the kit with a Fit Guarantee so you can install with confidence. It’s a serious catback-style performance exhaust that stands alongside the exhaust pipe upgrades enthusiasts cross-shop when comparing options like Borla exhaust, Corsa exhaust, MagnaFlow exhaust, and Walker exhaust setups.
Compliance & Peace of Mind
This exhaust system carries a Voluntary Label rating of 50 State Legal and requires no tune to run. AWE also provides a No CEL Guarantee, meaning no check-engine-light headaches after installation. It’s designed as a straightforward conversion kit—no proprietary 180 Technology on this configuration—so what you get is a clean, capable exhaust exhaust pipe upgrade grounded in proven AWE engineering.
Key Highlights
- Valved conversion kit: bespoke driver’s-side muffler with a valved passenger’s-side straight section
- Retains factory valve behavior, controlled via driving modes
- Constructed from T304L stainless steel for durability and corrosion resistance
- 2.5-inch tubing diameter tuned to the Golf R 2.0 AWD platform
- 50 State Legal, No CEL Guarantee, and no tune required
- Backed by an AWE Fit Guarantee for confident installation
For Golf R owners who want a genuine performance exhaust with OEM-level valve control and premium stainless construction, this AWE Tuning kit is a compelling choice. Add the AWE SwitchPath™ Remote separately when you want total command of the valve, and enjoy a car exhaust upgrade engineered specifically for the 15-17 Golf R Base hatchback.
