Description
Overview
The AWE Tuning SwitchPath™ Exhaust System Kit transforms the 2016-2018 Ford Focus RS (Hatchback, 2.3L, AWD) from sophisticated to rowdy at the push of a button. Engineered as a full 3″ diameter cat-back exhaust system, this performance exhaust delivers a straight-through muffler built around AWE’s special blend of stainless steel packing and acoustical material. Constructed entirely from T304L stainless steel, it’s designed to stand up to the demands of a hard-driven car exhaust while keeping its refined character intact.
With a valved outlet on the passenger’s side, the SwitchPath™ exhaust system can remain quiet and comfortable while cruising, or crank it to 11 when you want your Focus RS to be heard. That dual-personality behavior is what sets this catback exhaust apart — a genuine sound-on-demand experience without sacrificing daily drivability.
Mood Control at Your Fingertips
Tap into mood control with the included SwitchPath™ Remote. By bypassing the factory ECU-controlled operation, the remote lets you open or close the SwitchPath™ valve regardless of driving mode. Prefer to command your Focus RS’ factory exhaust instead? Simply plug in the SwitchPath™ Remote harness to bypass the factory ECU-controlled valve operation, allowing you to open and close the factory exhaust valve from within the cabin at any time.
Tips That Finish the Look
This kit ships with two Diamond Black tips measuring 4.5″ in diameter. All tip options include the AWE logo and double walling to ensure a mirror finish even under hard usage. Each tip is individually adjustable, allowing depth into the bumper to be set according to personal taste — so the fitment looks factory-precise and dialed to your preference.
Key Highlights
- SwitchPath™ valved cat-back system with straight-through muffler for switchable sound
- Full 3″ tubing diameter constructed from durable T304L stainless steel
- Two 4.5″ Diamond Black double-walled tips with the AWE logo, individually adjustable for depth
- Included SwitchPath™ Remote to open or close the valve from the cabin at any time
- No tune required and a No CEL guarantee for a straightforward installation
- 50 State Legal voluntary labeling and backed by AWE’s Fit Guarantee
Fitment
This exhaust system kit is purpose-built for the 2016-2018 Ford Focus RS in Hatchback configuration with the 2.3L engine and AWD. As a cat-back exhaust, it replaces the system behind the catalytic converter and installs without requiring a tune. The AWE Fit Guarantee ensures a precise, bolt-on result.
When you shop for exhaust upgrades for your Focus RS, the SwitchPath™ delivers on every front: Performance. Sound. Fitment. Options. Go. Whether you’re comparing a Borla exhaust system, a Corsa exhaust, a Magnaflow exhaust, or a Walker exhaust, this AWE Tuning performance exhaust brings switchable character and premium construction to the table.
