Do I need the AWE Valve Simulators with the Track Edition Exhaust on the 8V Audi S3?

Not strictly required, but recommended. When the factory valves are removed with the Track Edition, the ECU can store a soft code in the background. The soft code is not the same as a check engine light; it will not show on the dash. However, it will appear if you pull codes with a scan tool. AWE Valve Simulators plug directly into the factory harness to prevent that code from being stored, keeping the system completely clean. If you plan on regular dealer service or want a spotless scan at all times, the simulators are worth adding.

Is the AWE Track Edition Exhaust for the 8V S3 too loud or droney for daily driving?

That depends on the rest of your setup. On a stock downpipe, forum owners and early reviewers describe the Track Edition as noticeably louder than stock but manageable for daily use, with drone that some say fades after a break-in period. Pairing it with aftermarket catless mid-pipes significantly increases drone and cabin resonance, particularly at sustained highway speeds, to the point where multiple owners describe it as difficult to endure on longer trips. AWE is clear that this version may be more than some drivers expect, and it cannot be returned based on sound preference.

What performance gains does the AWE Track Edition Exhaust deliver on the 8V Audi S3?

The AWE Track Edition Exhaust for the 8V Audi S3 delivers max gains of 12hp and 9ft-lb of torque at the wheels on a turbo-back setup with stock software. The clean, straight-through design with no muffler or valve restriction is what allows those gains; removing the passenger-side valve and driver's-side muffler keeps airflow completely unrestricted from the turbo back.

Can I convert the AWE Track Edition to the SwitchPath Edition on my 8V S3 later?

Yes. AWE offers a Track-to-SwitchPath Conversion Kit that adds the valved muffler section back into the system, restoring automatic valve behavior through the factory ECU. If you start with the Track Edition for the performance and decide later that you want the option to dial things back at cruise, the conversion kit makes that change without replacing the full exhaust. The core piping and hardware carry over; only the relevant rear sections swap out.

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AWE Track Edition Exhaust w/ Diamond Black Tips for 8V Audi S3

The AWE Tuning Track Edition Exhaust for the 8V Audi S3 is designed, engineered, and manufactured entirely in-house at AWE, handcrafted from CNC mandrel-bent 3″ and 2.5″ U.S.-sourced .065″ wall T304L stainless steel. Removing the passenger-side valve and driver’s-side muffler in favor of a clean straight-through design puts the exhaust in a permanent valve-open state, delivering an aggressive, unfiltered tone and max gains of 12hp and 9ft-lb of torque at the wheels on stock software with a turbo-back setup. It bolts on directly, finishes with 102mm double-walled diamond black slash-cut tips, and is backed by AWE’s lifetime warranty, guaranteed perfect fitment, and no check engine light guarantee.

Track Edition Exhaust

The Track Edition eliminates the passenger-side valve and driver’s-side muffler, putting the exhaust in a permanent valve-open state with a raw, aggressive tone. It runs loud, and returns based on sound preference are not accepted. Anyone who decides they want more control down the road can pick up an AWE Conversion Kit to move to SwitchPath.

Valve Simulators

Removing the factory valves with the Track Edition can cause the ECU to store a harmless soft code. AWE Valve Simulators plug directly into the factory harness to prevent that from happening, keeping the system clean with no check engine lights and no issues. Sold as a set of two.

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Maximum sound and presence
Designed, engineered, and manufactured in-house at AWE
Max gains of 12hp and 9ft-lb of torque at the wheels (turbo-back, stock software)
Handcrafted from CNC mandrel-bent 3″ and 2.5″ U.S.-sourced .065″ wall T304L stainless steel
Direct bolt-on for a factory-like install
Clean, straight-through design for maximum performance
102mm double-walled slash-cut tips in diamond black
Guaranteed perfect fitment
No check engine light, guaranteed
Lifetime warranty

Applications

Audi S3: 8V | 2015-2020 | 2.0L I4 Turbo TFSI

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need the AWE Valve Simulators with the Track Edition Exhaust on the 8V Audi S3? Not strictly required, but recommended. When the factory valves are removed with the Track Edition, the ECU can store a soft code in the background. The soft code is not the same as a check engine light; it will not show on the dash. However, it will appear if you pull codes with a scan tool. AWE Valve Simulators plug directly into the factory harness to prevent that code from being stored, keeping the system completely clean. If you plan on regular dealer service or want a spotless scan at all times, the simulators are worth adding.
Is the AWE Track Edition Exhaust for the 8V S3 too loud or droney for daily driving? That depends on the rest of your setup. On a stock downpipe, forum owners and early reviewers describe the Track Edition as noticeably louder than stock but manageable for daily use, with drone that some say fades after a break-in period. Pairing it with aftermarket catless mid-pipes significantly increases drone and cabin resonance, particularly at sustained highway speeds, to the point where multiple owners describe it as difficult to endure on longer trips. AWE is clear that this version may be more than some drivers expect, and it cannot be returned based on sound preference.
What performance gains does the AWE Track Edition Exhaust deliver on the 8V Audi S3? The AWE Track Edition Exhaust for the 8V Audi S3 delivers max gains of 12hp and 9ft-lb of torque at the wheels on a turbo-back setup with stock software. The clean, straight-through design with no muffler or valve restriction is what allows those gains; removing the passenger-side valve and driver’s-side muffler keeps airflow completely unrestricted from the turbo back.
Can I convert the AWE Track Edition to the SwitchPath Edition on my 8V S3 later? Yes. AWE offers a Track-to-SwitchPath Conversion Kit that adds the valved muffler section back into the system, restoring automatic valve behavior through the factory ECU. If you start with the Track Edition for the performance and decide later that you want the option to dial things back at cruise, the conversion kit makes that change without replacing the full exhaust. The core piping and hardware carry over; only the relevant rear sections swap out.

About AWE Tuning

AWE is driven by a singular goal: Unleashing Performance. Renowned for their handcrafted, award-winning performance exhausts, along with rigorously tested carbon fiber intakes and high-efficiency intercoolers, AWE is at the forefront of innovation, design, production, retail, and global distribution of their performance products. These products are available through a select network of dealers, online, and directly from their advanced facility located near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Established in 1991, AWE’s team of experts, comprising researchers, engineers, innovators, and seasoned drivers, has been dedicated to developing and introducing top-tier performance enhancements for some of the world’s most prestigious vehicles.

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