Is the AWE Touring Edition Exhaust for the GV/VA WRX and STI the same system as the one made for the VA WRX?

No. AWE built this system from scratch specifically for the EJ25-powered GV and VA WRX and STI platforms; it is not carried over or adapted from the FA20 VA WRX or any other application. The 180 Technology® resonator is tuned to the specific acoustic profile of the EJ25 engine, and the integrated front pipe and midpipe dimensions are developed around the GV and VA chassis routing. That platform-specific development is what allows AWE to guarantee the fitment and the drone-free result.

Does the AWE Touring Edition Exhaust require an adapter on the GV or VA WRX and STI when using the stock j-pipe or downpipe?

Yes. The AWE Touring Edition uses a 3" inlet, and the factory j-pipe and stock downpipe on the GV and VA WRX and STI exit at 2.5". A GrimmSpeed Stock DP to Aftermarket 3" Catback Adapter is needed to make that connection if you are on factory hardware. This is a detail to sort before installation day; multiple owners across retailer review sections flagged it as an unexpected add-on purchase. If you are already running a 3" aftermarket downpipe, the system connects directly without any adapter.

Does the AWE Touring Edition Exhaust fit the GV chassis WRX and STI hatchback?

No. AWE confirms GV chassis fitment for sedan models only. Fitment on GV chassis hatchbacks has not been verified and AWE does not extend its Perfect Fitment Guarantee to that body style. VA WRX and VA WRX STI sedan applications from 2015 through 2021 are fully confirmed. If you own a GV hatchback, contact AWE or an authorized dealer directly before ordering.

Can I step up from the Touring Edition to the Track Edition on the GV or VA WRX or STI without buying a new exhaust?

Yes. AWE's Conversion Kit handles the swap from Touring to Track Edition by replacing only the rear axle-back section; the integrated front pipe, midpipe resonator, and all hardware stay in place. If the Touring Edition's controlled, drone-free character eventually gives way to wanting something louder and more raw, the conversion kit is the clean path to the Track Edition without starting over. Keep in mind the Track Edition cannot be returned for noise-related reasons, so the Touring Edition is the right starting point if there is any uncertainty.

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AWE Touring Edition Exhaust with Diamond Black Tips for the VA / GV Subaru WRX & STI

The AWE Touring WRX Black cat-back exhaust gives the VA and GV Subaru WRX and STI a deep, drone-free boxer rumble with an aggressive blacked-out quad-tip look. Built from scratch for the EJ25 platform, it is handcrafted from 3″ CNC mandrel-bent, U.S.-sourced .065″ wall T304L stainless steel with a straight-through, minimal-restriction design and patented 180 Technology tuned specifically for the EJ25 engine. Dyno testing shows max gains of 11hp and 11ft-lb of torque at the wheels, so the Subaru sounds serious while staying civil on the highway.

180 Technology

AWE’s patented 180 Technology uses reflection chambers and precisely positioned ports so reflected sound waves rejoin the main stream 180 degrees out of phase, canceling the frequencies that cause cabin drone. Tuned specifically for the EJ25, it delivers a deep, rasp-free boxer rumble with zero highway drone.

Diamond Black Quad Tips

Quad 102mm double-walled, slash-cut tips in a diamond black finish carry an engraved AWE logo and hold their finish under hard use, giving the WRX and STI an aggressive, blacked-out rear end.

Straightforward Install

The Touring Edition is a direct bolt-on using factory mounting points and maintains factory alignment. AWE backs fitment, and the system ships with a Lifetime Warranty.

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Full 3″ cat-back system built from scratch for the EJ25 VA / GV WRX and STI platform
Dyno-proven max gains of 11hp and 11ft-lb of torque at the wheels
Patented 180 Technology cancels drone for a deep, rasp-free boxer rumble
Quad 102mm double-walled, slash-cut diamond black tips with engraved AWE logo
Handcrafted from 3″ CNC mandrel-bent, U.S.-sourced .065″ wall T304L stainless steel
Straight-through, minimal-restriction design with a direct bolt-on install
Convertible to Track Edition later by swapping only the rear axle-back section
50-state legal, No Tune Required, and backed by AWE’s
No CEL Guarantee and Lifetime Warranty

Applications

Subaru WRX STI: VA | 2015-2021 | 2.5L turbocharged H4 (EJ25)
Subaru WRX: GV | 2012-2014 | 2.5L turbocharged H4 (EJ25)
Subaru WRX STI: GV | 2011-2014 | 2.5L turbocharged H4 (EJ25)

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The Touring Edition uses a 3″ inlet; the factory j-pipe and stock downpipe exit at 2.5″, so a stock-downpipe-to-3″ catback adapter (GrimmSpeed) is required when retaining the factory downpipe
Fits sedans only on the GV chassis; fitment on GV hatchbacks has not been verified
Not designed to mate with other aftermarket front pipes
This system does not tamper with any emissions control or monitoring devices

Frequently Asked Questions

Will the AWE Touring WRX Black exhaust fit my WRX or STI? It is built for the EJ25 platform: the VA WRX STI (2015-2021) and the GV WRX and STI sedans (2011-2014). It fits sedans only on the GV chassis.
Do I need an adapter? Yes, if you are keeping the factory downpipe. The Touring Edition uses a 3″ inlet while the factory j-pipe and stock downpipe exit at 2.5″, so a stock-downpipe-to-3″ catback adapter (GrimmSpeed) is required.
How much power does it add? Dyno testing shows max gains of 11hp and 11ft-lb of torque at the wheels.
Does it drone on the highway? No. Patented 180 Technology tuned for the EJ25 cancels drone-prone frequencies for a deep, rasp-free boxer rumble.
Can I convert it to Track Edition later? Yes. AWE’s Conversion Kit swaps only the rear axle-back section to move from Touring to Track Edition.

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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AWE Touring Edition Exhaust with Diamond Black Tips for the VA / GV Subaru WRX & STI

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