AWE Exhaust Suite
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AWE Exhaust Suite – Audi RS3 Sedan (8Y)
The AWE Exhaust Suite for the Audi RS3 Sedan (8Y) is a straight-through cat-back for the 2.5L five-cylinder, built mainly from 76mm (3") stainless steel. It has a 76mm (3") outlet on one side and a 64mm (2.5") outlet with a tuned resonator on the other. AWE measured up to 6.7 kW (9 hp) and 15 Nm (11 ft-lb) at the wheels.
Video
Sound clip – SwitchPath and Track Edition on an Audi 8Y RS3
Overview – AWE exhausts for the Audi 8Y RS3
Four options are available. SwitchPath™ keeps the factory valve behaviour, with a plug-and-play valve assembly that follows the ECU and Drive Select. It is quiet with the valve closed and loud in Dynamic mode, and saves 13.8 kg (30.5 lb) over stock. The Track Edition removes the valve, so it is loud all the time, and saves 17.7 kg (39 lb). The Track-to-SwitchPath and SwitchPath-to-Track conversion kits let you change an AWE system you already own from one version to the other.
Note: SwitchPath needs no transfer of the factory valve actuator. AWE valve simulator brackets are included: one with SwitchPath, two with Track Edition. The conversion kits require the matching AWE RS3 exhaust already fitted. AWE warns the Track Edition may be too loud for many drivers. Installation by a professional is recommended.
Features
- SwitchPath (valved, factory behaviour retained) or Track Edition (non-valved, louder)
- Plug-and-play SwitchPath valve assembly, no actuator transfer
- 76mm (3") and 64mm (2.5") mandrel-bent T304L stainless, 1.65mm (0.065") wall
- 13.8 kg (30.5 lb) lighter (SwitchPath) or 17.7 kg (39 lb) lighter (Track) than stock
- Up to 6.7 kW (9 hp) and 15 Nm (11 ft-lb) at the wheels (AWE dyno figures)
- AWE valve simulator brackets included
- Conversion kits available between SwitchPath and Track Edition
- Direct bolt-on
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Vehicle Compatibility
| Make | Model | Chassis | Years | Engine / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audi | RS3 Sedan | 8Y | 2022–on | 2.5L turbo five-cylinder; conversion kits require the matching AWE exhaust |
Product
- Brand
- AWE
- Valves
- SwitchPath plug-and-play valve assembly; valve simulator brackets included
- Part number(s)
- 3025-31389 (SwitchPath), 3020-31389 (Track Edition), 3825-11389 (Track-to-SwitchPath kit), 3820-11389 (SwitchPath-to-Track kit)
Details
- System type
- Cat-back exhaust (plus SwitchPath/Track conversion kits)
- Sound level
- SwitchPath (valved: quiet closed, loud open) or Track Edition (non-valved, louder)
- Piping diameter
- 76mm (3") and 64mm (2.5")
- Material
- T304L stainless steel, mandrel-bent, 1.65mm (0.065") wall
- Tips
- No AWE tips supplied
- Weight saving
- 13.8 kg (30.5 lb) SwitchPath, 17.7 kg (39 lb) Track, vs stock
- AWE dyno gain
- Up to 6.7 kW (9 hp) and 15 Nm (11 ft-lb) at the wheels
Contents
Complete AWE SwitchPath or Track Edition exhaust
AWE valve simulator brackets (one with SwitchPath, two with Track Edition)
Installation hardware
Conversion kits: replacement valve/resonator or straight sections only

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