AWE Track Edition Exhaust
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AWE Track Edition Exhaust – Audi S3 (8Y)
The AWE Track Edition Exhaust is a cat-back for the 2.0L turbo Audi 8Y S3 sedan and Sportback, and the louder of AWE's two S3 systems. It shares the Touring Edition's 76mm (3") resonated mid pipe and stamped merge into dual 64mm (2.5") rear pipes, but swaps the rear 180 Technology resonators for straight stainless sections. That makes it lighter at 17.2 kg (38 lb) and noticeably louder on the highway – AWE warns it may be too much for some drivers. It is not valved. AWE measured gains of up to 5 kW (7 hp) and 3 Nm (2 lb-ft) at the wheels.
Video
AWE exhaust suite for the Audi 8Y S3 – product overview
AWE Touring and Track Edition exhausts on the Audi 8Y S3
AWE Track Edition vs Touring Edition – the difference explained
Chrome Silver and Diamond Black are the same Track Edition system with four 114mm (4.5") double-walled slash-cut tips in that finish.
Note: A slip-fit inlet adapter joins it to the factory downpipe while leaving an open 76mm (3") connection for later upgrades. Electronic valve simulators are included to plug into the factory valve wiring so the car runs without fault codes. A Track-to-Touring conversion kit is available if you want it quieter later. Installation by a professional is recommended.
Features
- Track Edition – AWE's loudest S3 exhaust, no rear resonators
- Lighter at 17.2 kg (38 lb) complete
- 76mm (3") resonated mid pipe into dual 64mm (2.5") rear pipes
- Non-valved, straight-through design
- Up to 5 kW (7 hp) and 3 Nm (2 lb-ft) at the wheels on AWE's dyno
- Quad 114mm (4.5") double-walled slash-cut tips, individually adjustable
- Electronic valve simulators included
- CNC mandrel-bent T304L stainless steel, 1.65mm (0.065") wall
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Vehicle Compatibility
| Make | Model | Chassis | Years | Engine / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audi | S3 Sedan | 8Y | 2021–on | 2.0L turbo four-cylinder (EA888) |
| Audi | S3 Sportback | 8Y | 2021–on | 2.0L turbo four-cylinder (EA888) |
Product
- Brand
- AWE
- Tip finish
- Chrome Silver or Diamond Black
- Part number(s)
- 3020-42897 (Chrome Silver), 3020-43897 (Diamond Black)
Details
- System type
- Cat-back with resonated mid pipe, straight rear (Track Edition)
- Sound
- Track – loudest, non-valved
- Piping diameter
- 76mm (3") mid pipe, dual 64mm (2.5") rear
- Material
- CNC mandrel-bent T304L stainless steel, 1.65mm (0.065") wall
- Tips
- Four 114mm (4.5") double-walled slash-cut, adjustable
- Weight
- 17.2 kg (38 lb) including tips and hardware
- Claimed gain
- Up to 5 kW (7 hp) and 3 Nm (2 lb-ft) at the wheels (AWE dyno figures)
- Connection
- Slip-fit inlet adapter to the factory downpipe
Contents
Track Edition cat-back exhaust
Slip-fit inlet adapter
Electronic valve simulators
Four 114mm (4.5") tips in the chosen finish
Installation hardware

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