Does the AWE Track Edition Exhaust with non-resonated downpipes drone on the C7 S7, and is it manageable?

This is the most important question to answer before buying. This listing ships with non-resonated downpipes included, and those are the configuration most prone to highway drone on automatic transmission cars. An AWE representative confirmed that the Track Edition on Tiptronic cars can drone even with stock downpipes at certain elevation changes and RPMs, and that the Touring Edition was developed specifically by request of Tiptronic owners looking to avoid that entirely. One S7 owner running aftermarket downpipes described highway drone as toning down significantly after 700 miles; another owner with a DSG described it as unbearable until resonated downpipes were fitted. If you drive an automatic and highway drone tolerance is a concern, the Touring Edition is the correct system. This system cannot be returned for noise-related reasons.

What is the difference between the AWE Track Edition and Touring Edition for the C7 S7?

Both share the same engineered foundation, X-pipe, and identical performance gains. The Track Edition replaces the AWE 180 Technology® resonators in the rear positions with straight pipe sections for full-time, unfiltered 4.0T volume; this listing also includes non-resonated downpipes, which push the sound further. The Touring Edition keeps the 180 Technology® resonators in the rear to cancel drone-prone frequencies and pairs with the X-pipe to shift the overall tone higher and more exotic. Both systems are loud; the difference is refinement and drone control.

Can I convert the AWE Track Edition to the Touring Edition on my C7 S7 if the sound is too much?

Yes. AWE offers an upgrade path from Track to Touring Edition, and multiple owners who found the Track Edition too droney on their automatic cars went this route and described the result as a significant improvement. AWE also offers a one-year window from the original purchase date to buy complementing components at a discounted rate, so the option to step up to the full Touring Edition package remains open for a full year after installation.

Does the Soundaktor affect how the AWE Track Edition sounds inside the cabin on the C7 S7?

Yes. Multiple Audizine owners noted that disabling the Soundaktor, which artificially pumps engine sound into the cabin through a speaker near the firewall, made a meaningful difference to perceived drone. One owner noted it helps a small amount, while others described it as making the exhaust note sound more natural and coming from the correct location; the rear of the car rather than the dashboard. Disabling it through coding or pulling the fuse is the most consistently recommended first step when drone is the main complaint after installation.

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AWE Tuning Track Edition Exhaust w/ Diamond Black Tips for C7 Audi S7

The AWE Tuning Track Edition Exhaust with Diamond Black Tips is built for C7 Audi S7 owners who want the full 4.0T experience without compromise. This complete system includes the exhaust, non-resonated downpipes, and quad 102mm Diamond Black tips, delivering peak gains of 18hp and 6ft-lbs of torque, with max gains reaching 27hp and 31ft-lbs. It installs as a direct bolt-on with no modifications to emissions equipment, no check engine light, guaranteed perfect fitment, and a lifetime warranty backing every component.

Track Edition Exhaust

For drivers who want more and aren’t interested in dialing it back. The Track Edition takes the same engineered foundation as the Touring Edition and swaps the AWE 180 Technology® resonators for straight pipe sections, pushing the 4.0T’s character further than ever. It gets loud in the mid-range; this isn’t a system for everyone, and because of that, it cannot be returned due to sound. Consider this one a commitment.

What is 180 Technology?

Exhaust gases carry sound waves through internal reflection chambers, where those waves bounce off the chamber walls. AWE’s acoustic engineers tune the size and placement of the ports and chambers to meet each vehicle’s specific sound profile. That tuning controls exactly when the sound waves exit; when the reflected waves re-enter the main exhaust flow at precisely 180 degrees out of phase, the problematic drone frequencies cancel out completely.

Features

Peak gains of 18hp and 6ft-lbs
Max gains of 27hp and 31ft-lbs
Includes exhaust, non-resonated downpipes, and quad 102mm tips
Direct bolt-on installation
Emissions equipment left untouched
Lifetime warranty
Guaranteed perfect fitment
No check engine light, guaranteed

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Audi S7: C7 | 2013-2018

Notes

AWE exhausts are not designed to mate with other aftermarket front pipes
Touring Edition exhausts do not interfere with any factory emissions equipment

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the AWE Track Edition Exhaust with non-resonated downpipes drone on the C7 S7, and is it manageable? This is the most important question to answer before buying. This listing ships with non-resonated downpipes included, and those are the configuration most prone to highway drone on automatic transmission cars. An AWE representative confirmed on Audizine that the Track Edition on Tiptronic cars can drone even with stock downpipes at certain elevation changes and RPMs, and that the Touring Edition was developed specifically by request of Tiptronic owners looking to avoid that entirely. One S7 owner running aftermarket downpipes described highway drone as toning down significantly after 700 miles; another owner with a DSG described it as unbearable until resonated downpipes were fitted. If you drive an automatic and highway drone tolerance is a concern, the Touring Edition is the correct system. This system cannot be returned for noise-related reasons.
What is the difference between the AWE Track Edition and Touring Edition for the C7 S7? Both share the same engineered foundation, X-pipe, and identical performance gains. The Track Edition replaces the AWE 180 Technology® resonators in the rear positions with straight pipe sections for full-time, unfiltered 4.0T volume; this listing also includes non-resonated downpipes, which push the sound further. The Touring Edition keeps the 180 Technology® resonators in the rear to cancel drone-prone frequencies and pairs with the X-pipe to shift the overall tone higher and more exotic. An AWE representative described the Touring Edition’s tone as more exotic versus muscle compared to the Track Edition. Both systems are loud; the difference is refinement and drone control.
Can I convert the AWE Track Edition to the Touring Edition on my C7 S7 if the sound is too much? Yes. AWE offers an upgrade path from Track to Touring Edition, and multiple owners who found the Track Edition too droney on their automatic cars went this route and described the result as a significant improvement. AWE also offers a one-year window from the original purchase date to buy complementing components at a discounted rate, so the option to step up to the full Touring Edition package remains open for a full year after installation.
Does the Soundaktor affect how the AWE Track Edition sounds inside the cabin on the C7 S7? Yes. Multiple Audizine owners noted that disabling the Soundaktor, which artificially pumps engine sound into the cabin through a speaker near the firewall, made a meaningful difference to perceived drone. One owner noted it helps a small amount, while others described it as making the exhaust note sound more natural and coming from the correct location; the rear of the car rather than the dashboard. Disabling it through coding or pulling the fuse is the most consistently recommended first step when drone is the main complaint after installation.

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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