{"product_id":"awe-touring-edition-exhaust-volkswagen-gti-mk7-5","title":"AWE Touring Edition Exhaust for 2018-2021 Volkswagen GTI Mk7.5","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe AWE Touring Edition Exhaust for the 2018-2021 Volkswagen GTI Mk7.5 produces a civil tone while idling and cruising, then a \"war-cry wail\" when you give it the boot. A tailored resonated mid-pipe and mid-muffler let it accompany both stock and aftermarket downpipes while staying civil inside the cabin, and AWE recommends it for GTIs running an aftermarket downpipe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is handcrafted from CNC mandrel-bent 3\" and 2.25\" U.S.-sourced .065\" wall T304L stainless steel, with a clean, straight-through design that AWE says maximizes performance. The system is a direct bolt-on for factory-like simplicity and finishes with 102mm double-walled tips in Chrome Silver or Diamond Black. With an aftermarket downpipe, AWE quotes up to 21 hp and 24 lb-ft at the crank without software, dyno-developed and street-proven on its in-house GTI.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom civil to disobedient, AWE ranks the GTI combinations like this:\u003c\/strong\u003e Touring Edition with the factory downpipe, Touring Edition with an aftermarket downpipe, Track Edition with the factory downpipe, then Track Edition with an aftermarket downpipe.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUp to 21 hp and 24 lb-ft at the crank without software, when paired with an aftermarket downpipe (AWE)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTailored resonated mid-pipe and mid-muffler keep the cabin civil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted from CNC mandrel-bent 3\" and 2.25\" .065\" wall T304L stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean, straight-through design maximizes performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e102mm double-walled tips in Chrome Silver or Diamond Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended for GTIs running aftermarket downpipes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect bolt-on for factory-like simplicity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAWE Lifetime Warranty, No CEL Guarantee and perfect fitment, guaranteed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete Touring Edition cat-back exhaust\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo 102mm double-walled tips in the chosen finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClamps and hardware for installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background:#03589c;color:#fff;padding:8px;text-align:left;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background:#03589c;color:#fff;padding:8px;text-align:left;\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eAWE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003ePart numbers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eChrome Silver 3015-32096; Diamond Black 3015-33096\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eFits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003e2018-2021 Volkswagen GTI Mk7.5, 2.0T\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eSystem\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eCat-back exhaust, mates to factory or aftermarket downpipe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eSound control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eResonated mid-pipe plus mid-muffler\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eTubing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003e3\" and 2.25\" CNC mandrel-bent, U.S.-sourced T304L stainless steel, .065\" wall\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eTips\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eTwo 102mm double-walled tips; depth individually adjustable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eTip finishes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eChrome Silver or Diamond Black\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003ePower (AWE)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eUp to 21 hp and 24 lb-ft at the crank without software, when paired with an aftermarket downpipe (AWE)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eShipping weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eChrome Silver 57.4 lbs; Diamond Black 58.4 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eBox dimensions (L x W x H)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eChrome Silver 47.6 x 24.5 x 15.4 in; Diamond Black 46.8 x 24.3 x 15.6 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eDirect bolt-on, no tune required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eEmissions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eAWE lists it as 50 State Legal: it does not tamper with any emissions control or monitoring devices\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eMade in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eUSA, engineered, designed and manufactured in-house by AWE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background:#03589c;color:#fff;padding:8px;text-align:left;\"\u003eComponent\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background:#03589c;color:#fff;padding:8px;text-align:left;\"\u003eAWE warranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eExhaust tubing, welds and flex areas\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eLifetime, original owner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eChrome Silver and Diamond Black tip finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003e1 year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eAWE No Check Engine Light Guarantee\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003e1 year, original owner, when installed properly on an otherwise unmodified vehicle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eAWE Fitment Guarantee\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003e30 days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTouring vs Track Edition\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background:#03589c;color:#fff;padding:8px;text-align:left;\"\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background:#03589c;color:#fff;padding:8px;text-align:left;\"\u003eTouring Edition\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background:#03589c;color:#fff;padding:8px;text-align:left;\"\u003eTrack Edition\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eMid-pipe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eResonated mid-pipe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eNon-resonated mid-pipe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eRear section\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eMid-muffler\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eMid-muffler (the only filter)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eSound (AWE)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eCivil at idle and cruise, a \"war-cry wail\" under throttle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eTurned up to 11; known to get rowdy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eBest with\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eFactory or aftermarket downpipe; recommended with aftermarket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eOwners who want maximum volume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eReturns for sound preference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eStandard AWE policy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eNot accepted\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eWant the other sound? See the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/awe-track-edition-exhaust-volkswagen-gti-mk7-5\" style=\"color:#d12442;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eAWE Track Edition Exhaust for the Mk7.5 GTI\u003c\/a\u003e, or change editions later with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/awe-touring-to-track-conversion-kit-volkswagen-gti-mk7\" style=\"color:#d12442;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eTouring-to-Track Conversion Kit\u003c\/a\u003e. Own a 2015-2017 GTI Mk7? Shop the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/awe-touring-edition-exhaust-volkswagen-gti-mk7\" style=\"color:#d12442;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eAWE exhaust for the 2015-2017 GTI Mk7\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"margin:24px 0;padding:16px;background:#f4f6f8;border-left:4px solid #03589c;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-top:0;\"\u003eSound Clip: AWE Track Edition vs Touring Edition on the GTI\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"position:relative;padding-bottom:56.25%;height:0;overflow:hidden;\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/W5WTUsTM63E\" title=\"Sound Clip: AWE Track Edition vs Touring Edition on the GTI\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;\" frameborder=\"0\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAWE recorded this comparison on its Mk7 GTI; the Mk7.5 system shares the same layout and tip size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the AWE Touring Edition exhaust legal on a Mk7.5 GTI?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAWE lists this system as 50 State Legal because it does not tamper with any emissions control or monitoring devices; it bolts on behind the catalytic converters. AWE does not publish a CARB Executive Order number for it, and local sound limits vary, so check the rules where you drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow loud is the Touring Edition on a 2018-2021 GTI?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAWE built the Touring Edition to stay civil at idle and on the highway, then open up under throttle. With an aftermarket downpipe it gets louder; AWE ranks it as the quieter of the two editions with either downpipe.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much power does it add?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAWE quotes a maximum gain of 21 hp and 24 lb-ft at the crank without software, measured when the cat-back is paired with an aftermarket downpipe. On a stock downpipe, expect a smaller gain; AWE does not publish a separate figure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it work with the factory downpipe?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The cat-back mates to the factory downpipe, and it also suits an aftermarket downpipe. AWE recommends the Touring Edition for GTIs running an aftermarket downpipe if you want to keep the cabin civil.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I switch to the Track Edition later?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. AWE sells a bolt-on \u003ca href=\"\/products\/awe-touring-to-track-conversion-kit-volkswagen-gti-mk7\" style=\"color:#d12442;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eTouring-to-Track Conversion Kit\u003c\/a\u003e that swaps the front pipe, so you do not need to buy a whole new system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFitment Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits the 2018-2021 Mk7.5 GTI only; the 2015-2017 Mk7 GTI uses a different AWE part number.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks with the factory downpipe or an aftermarket downpipe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect bolt-on to the factory mounting points; no tune required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuestions about fitment? Call (310) 231-0292 or text (310) 886-3111.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background:#03589c;color:#fff;padding:8px;text-align:left;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background:#03589c;color:#fff;padding:8px;text-align:left;\"\u003eMake\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background:#03589c;color:#fff;padding:8px;text-align:left;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background:#03589c;color:#fff;padding:8px;text-align:left;\"\u003eChassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background:#03589c;color:#fff;padding:8px;text-align:left;\"\u003eEngine\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003e2018-2021\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eVolkswagen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eGTI (S, SE, Autobahn; 2019 Rabbit Edition)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003eMk7.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background:#e8f4f8;padding:8px;\"\u003e2.0L turbo I4 (2.0T)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"AWE Tuning","offers":[{"title":"Chrome Silver","offer_id":45485334167703,"sku":"3015-32096","price":1095.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Diamond Black","offer_id":68131474276503,"sku":"3015-33096","price":1195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2641\/0682\/files\/3015-32096_1.jpg?v=1792887525","url":"https:\/\/autotalent.com\/products\/awe-touring-edition-exhaust-volkswagen-gti-mk7-5","provider":"AutoTalent","version":"1.0","type":"link"}