Description
Overview
The 16-18 Ford Focus RS (Hatchback, 2.3L, AWD) Exhaust System Kit from AWE Tuning is a direct bolt-on, straight-through catback exhaust engineered specifically for the Mk3 Focus RS. Built in the Touring Edition configuration, this performance exhaust sits at the intersection of sophisticated and aggressive — civil while cruising on the highway, and sharp and vocal the moment you get on the throttle. If you’ve been searching to shop for exhaust upgrades that transform your car exhaust without introducing cabin drone, this AWE catback exhaust system delivers exactly that.
180 Technology® — Drone-Free by Design
At the heart of this exhaust system is AWE’s proprietary 180 Technology®, a drone-canceling solution that produces an aggressive tone throughout the entire rev range without the fatiguing drone that plagues so many aftermarket exhaust setups. The result is a straight-through, drone-free masterpiece: quiet and refined at cruise, loud with sharp pops and crackles accessible at any time. It’s a genuine performance exhaust that you can actually live with every day.
Key Benefits
- Constructed from durable T304L Stainless Steel for long-term corrosion resistance and premium build quality.
- Cat Back system type with 3″ tubing diameter for a proper straight-through, high-flow exhaust pipe path.
- Two Chrome Silver tips at 4.5″ diameter, featuring the AWE logo and double walling to maintain a mirror finish even under hard usage.
- Individually adjustable tips — set the depth into the bumper according to your personal taste.
- 180 Technology® drone-canceling for an aggressive yet livable tone.
- 50 State Legal voluntary labeling, no tune required, and a No CEL Guarantee.
Resonated or Non-Resonated Options
The Touring Edition is available as resonated or non-resonated. AWE recommends the resonated configuration to achieve the perfect drone-free experience, while the non-resonated option is available for those who crave extra volume in the mid range. Choose the setup that matches how you drive — refined touring character or an even bolder note.
Upgrade Paths
Too loud? Too quiet? Perfectly engineered upgrade paths let you crank it up a notch or bring it down. Conversion kits allow you to turn your Touring Edition into a Track Edition, or vice versa, with ease — simply unclamp and reconfigure. It’s a flexible platform designed to grow with your preferences.
Fitment
This exhaust system kit is designed specifically for the 2016-2018 Ford Focus RS Hatchback with the 2.3L engine and AWD. It’s backed by AWE’s Fit Guarantee, arrives as a direct bolt-on, and requires no tune to run. Whether you’re comparing it against a Borla exhaust, Corsa exhaust, MagnaFlow exhaust or Walker exhaust, this AWE Tuning catback exhaust stands out as a purpose-built, drone-free solution for the Focus RS.
