This Might Be Your Favorite GTI Exhaust Setup (Unitronic + Stock Catback)

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[@Phollum]

this needs to be the new gold standard for exhaust videos, wonderfully done

[@robertbmxpa]

dude, you forgot to change your pic when you commented from your other account!

[@howdyimdan]

meh, sound quality wise i love it. i just wish it was louder personally haha.

[@nolberding]

Any performance company looking to get into the KZbin space should really take note on the format that Cameron has done here. I want this same video, but with multiple combinations of components. Wonderfully done is an understatement, love it!

[@Microphunktv-jb3kj]

1:20 weird farting noises... is there good exhaust out there wich doesnt make the car sound like it has diarrhea and shit its pants ???

[@stevenmorgan3675]

This may just be the perfect setup for someone like me. Older (40's) professional that doesn't want to piss off the neighbors, but also still wants my GTI to sound a bit like my Dad's MK1 that I fell in love with when he worked at VW Westmoreland.

[@AngusMcDangus]

Did you ever put one in? I'm in the same situation.

[@JelleWindels]

I like the burbles or pop & bangs a lot more with this setup. They´re more relaxing instead of loud and abnoxious. I still prefer the aftermarket exhaust from Unitronic but i would not use the pop & bangs or burbles.

[@JacesOwnWorld]

I run a 3” catless downpipe with an exhaust cutout welded into it, and the rest of the exhaust is OEM. I get the sweet sound of the downpipe when the exhaust cutout is closed, and when the exhaust cutout is open, it gives a sound that no catback exhaust for this car will ever give you. With the exhaust bouncing off the ground where I have my exhaust cutout located... sweet sweet sounds.

[@GenerationRx]

Got my Uni downpipe on a few months ago, taking the family on vacay next week and SECRETLY getting this exact tune setup🤫🤣 Can't wait, thank you for this upload!

[@Kmaitland89]

I think it sounds WAY better with the stock exhaust. Like, WAY better.

[@harry.s5385]

Why

[@Plupx]

@@harry.s5385 stock gti exhaust setup sounds like a dyson fan. Downpipe really opens up airflow and gives much needed deeper sound.

[@harry.s5385]

@@Plupx i was asking why he likes it to be stock

[@Plupx]

@@harry.s5385 yeah its stock catback (from the catalytic converter to the tips = stock) and the downpipe is aftermarket (bigger)

[@wellingbadboy]

Agreed 👍

[@bxrgle2700]

I can’t get over how awesome these GTI DSG’s sound, I can’t wait to buy one!

[@coverage4398]

Did u buy one?

[@everydaybodybuilding2282]

glad this popped up in my feed. been looking into something a little sportier sounding without looking/sounding like a high schooler

[@mr.g.2280]

Check out Remus

[@everydaybodybuilding2282]

@@mr.g.2280 will do thanks

[@Baynton3]

This is the setup I'm running. Unitronic downpipe, stock catback with Stage 2 ECU/TCU tune. Lovveee it!

[@GTI_CHHA]

Highly recommend to go for the GTI Clubsport S (fully OEM, special GTI edition) exhaust, the sound is so much better and the tips are larger, fitting your rear diffusor much nicer..

[@valoisfn9344]

Do you know where to get it?

[@metromatt]

@@valoisfn9344 a VW dealer, but there are some places online that sell it. It’s either the Clubsport or the TCR exhaust depending on the model year you have

[@joeyn177]

@@valoisfn9344 Shopdap, ECS, and E-Acca have it I believe. It's imported from Europe

[@GTI_CHHA]

@@metromatt Correct, 7.0 is Clubsport, 7.5 (facelift, I think 2018 for USA) is TCR.

[@valoisfn9344]

Thanks! I have a gti 2021 so i guess i will go with the TCR.

[@poduss44]

Stock catback + aftermarket dp + res delete is the best setup for cheap

[@thomassabol4565]

This is the route I’m going to go down

[@Cj-kg6eh]

@@thomassabol4565 lmk if you like it

[@MrSystane]

Can confirm - had this done on my GLI. Downpipe was uncatted so it had some nasty drone on the highway so I put in a high flow race resonator to smooth out the sound. Got rid of cabin drone and still sounded amazing

[@rjul9387]

GTI always sounds mad good, but I would stick to the other exhaust. Makes the gti more fun to drive in my opinion🙃

[@benforth5486]

Dude that's the perfect set up. Sounds mean and throaty but not obnoxious. Great for a daily driver set up.

[@njpmoto1557]

Thank you so much for doing this, this is exactly what I want to do🤙🏼

[@nickvento1815]

sounds great! you should do osram headlights and 7.5 tail lights on the car, i think that would look insane!

[@TheFlyingPLiner]

Osram are the best option hands down. Worth the money and shipping times. Very happy with mine.

[@mikeparker9001]

For me this is the best sound and performance on my GTI. CTS DP with Vibrant resonator to stock exhaust muffler. I also added ECS tips. Cut off stock tips. Nice deep exhaust note!

[@Mrdeadlysniper123]

I’m running Full apr intake, ecs diverter valve spacer, CTS downpipe with high flow cat with the stock catback and I love how it sounds. Currently tuned with EQT and the burbles are nice, not super loud but if you rev it out or rev match it gets loud and sounds perfect. IMO better to save 800$ish dollars and put it towards a intercooler.

[@AsSaSsInKiNg981]

Hey quick question I thought it was bad to run the pops and bangs with a dp that was catted

[@statuzr6159]

@@AsSaSsInKiNg981 lol, it’ll jus tear down the cat over time

[@wrangler0829]

I have the same downpipe on my mk8 and kept the stock cat. What a perfect set up Yes, save money for that Wagner turning direct fitment intercooler! A stage 2 clutch doesnt hurt. then go stage 2 tuning!!

[@carcrazyguysa4059]

Thank you for getting straight to the point instead of yapping for half an hour like so many vids on the topic 👏

[@alexwalker7875]

Thanks for this video. I am very interested in going stage 2 in my 2019 GTI, but I still want it to be a chill daily driver when necessary. Keep up the cool content!

[@wrangler0829]

Go stage 2. Mk8 gti stage 2 is my daily

[@ispeedify]

Trackslag 4" catless downpipe to factory exhaust. Bring that smoke, not noise🤘🏾

[@fahim4853]

Sounds absolutely perfect! Way better than the full system

[@rammorabad]

Wow . One of the best video ever on MK7 cat back exhaust . Am having same setup done with stock exhaust . Stage 2 Unitronic and Downpipe . I love it .

[@N00dle3ffect]

I ran this set up when I first got my downpipe and I wanted a little more noise w/o being super obnoxious. I think the perfect sound w/o breaking the bank is a res-delete, catted downpipe and stock muffler. The only bad thing is that you have to lug the big “suitcase” of a muffler around lol.

[@limitededition3278]

This is exactly how I have mine I prefer it. Thanks for the video. 👍

[@LurkMe]

Pickin up my GTI next week. Definitely gonna be rewatching a bunch of these videos.

[@o.alarrouk6609]

I'm so glad I discovered this channel

[@nicolastomasi3920]

Just put my stock catback back on with the cts catted downpipe. Sounds so much more controlled and pure, without being annoying at all. I actually hear more of the engine tone now.

[@enriqueroman5645]

That’s exactly how I have it for the time being! Still debating on what catback I want tho, great video btw! I’ve seen your videos before but you caught my attention when you got the GTI! Keep up the great work.

[@Kaldryf]

I actually prefer the sound of the stock exhaust with the downpipe.. Now how about the stock exhaust with downpipe *AND* a resonator delete?? I'm old (40's), but still daily a 2015 GTI until the Mk8 R shows up at the end of the year :)

[@shanehayes9349]

catted CTS dp mated to stock catback is good for me

[@dunkoon1]

i run this exact setup, dp, res delete stock muffler

[@Kaldryf]

@@dunkoon1 Don't suppose you have a sound clip of that exhaust anywhere? I'm getting the Unitronic DP (I'm all in on Unitronic, they're 90 minutes from my house) and considering the res delete to go with it.

[@dunkoon1]

@@Kaldryf do u have instagram

[@Kaldryf]

@@dunkoon1 Not yet, but I can sign up

[@kamerl1]

Great video, very informative. The wheels look great on the mk7, along with how the car is stanced 🔥🔥🔥

[@itsjustrob5_8]

I just recently installed the club sport s axel back with the oe resonator and a cat-less down-pipe and the sound is perfect, it can still be quiet but is plenty noisy when you get on it

[@AlexWilsonGuitar]

One of the first things I did was just get a couple 4” tips welded on. No plans to replace catback at all. $150 ish with labor and tips.

[@arjenverburg9425]

I got the APR downpipe with the Clubsport S catback exhaust, sounds mental in Sport mode but still decent in Normal mode.

[@joshuaandrade217]

Got a video?

[@jakepalmer1747]

So many props on all the different angles for exhaust 🙌🙌🙌

[@PhilippeLetangPoirier]

been following you since the mazda days , finnaly bought a golf tsi . i live miles from unitronic in quebec ,canada . gonna get a tune soon after i add fmic and downpipe

[@streetshooter8145]

Thank you for posting. This is exactly what I’m going to do. I’d prolly go with the xforce downpipe for its a little cheaper than unitronic. I appreciate you man!

[@cammgt3rs370]

This is why I like Miltek idea of putting 2.76” exhaust on the kit I want to buy. Seems to be the best diameter exhaust providing great low end torque along with good high end power.

[@monikhushalpuri]

3 inch or bigger all the way would still be better, it will be louder but an extra muffler will easily solve that issue like a vibrant straight through type muffler

[@RokBenni]

Very interesting vid...how the restrictive cat back changes the drive of the car....love the Unironic exhaust setup sounds beast.

[@Ottersmilk]

I ran my vortex xl with 3 inch downpipe and stock catback. It was perfect.

[@trevalyngovender2575]

My 7.5 runs this exact same setup ! Sounds great bro, keep the great content coming 👍🏼

[@samerbayoumi6378]

yea im rocking a custom dp and stock catt back and yea i think the volume is perfect. Its quiet when you want it to be and loud when u want it to be.

[@abrodolphlinkler9848]

Thanks for taking the time to make these kind of video!

[@immaliveforever1474]

I have a 2014 GLI with cts 3” downpipe, apr cold air intake, and turbosmart plumb back diverter valve. It sounds so good, especially on cold start the turbo is soooo loud it sounds like a diesel

[@akell6719]

lies

[@akell6719]

jk boss😂 good shit🤌🏽

[@akeebsalim6879]

i got a very similar setup on my 1.8tsi mk7 golf. it has a catless milltek downpipe with an oem gti catback, and it sounds just like this but a little bit louder in the top end, plus it retains those crispy upshifts.

[@user-om4sp8mm6b]

This is really perfect setup for daily, thnx man for this experiment and sharing

[@BorisBeer24]

That's what I'm planning on doing with my Mk6, just a downpipe, intake and stage 1.

[@devn3818]

i have an apr stage 2 on my mk6 with their catless downpipe and an intake. still remarkably tame, no pops and burbles which i like. if it’s sound you’re worried about i would highly recommend stage 2 for the extra power

[@danieljohnson7748]

If you want a good sounding system you want a trackslag Uk 4” downpipe from Uk company the design and welds are insane and it uses an Oem flexi pipe rather than the stiff uprated ones. Then you want to add a cobra Uk catback resonated system offers the best flow and sound

[@joshbrennan8545]

Sounds mint man.. I did something similar on the S3.. hi flow cat'd dp. With a res delete and stock axle back. Sounds pretty rad.

[@brickson98m]

I watched this video a day or two before I bought my GTI last week. I started looking into exhausts, downpipes, all this stuff. After coming back to this and hearing it, I think this is the setup I'll go with. I want it to sound nice, but not too loud. I don't want too much extra attention on me. I just want gearheads to pay attention, not cops and Karens. Not sure if I missed it in the video, I'll have to go back through, but did you say if you had a catted or non-catted downpipe? I'll need to stick with a cat, otherwise I won't pass emissions.

[@RodrigoGarcia-wi3rr]

It’s catted

[@brickson98m]

@@RodrigoGarcia-wi3rr ended up going with a AWE Track catback exhaust with the stock downpipe until I go stage 2, possibly this summer.

[@NerdGenius]

You don’t need charge pipes especially if you’re still on the is20 or is38. Stock flows pretty well.

[@KanjiBlade]

Well done Sir! Keep these videos going.

[@buddysshop1860]

I had a 3" dp on my mk5 gti and it was perfect. Nice and quiet when cruising but when you got on it it had a real nice bark

[@Avetho]

Just imagine, boost activated intake and exhaust cutouts with super silent intake piping and filter and ultra quiet restrictive mufflers but the path to the cutouts are wide and free flowing, so when cruising its all purring super silent but the moment you floor it suddenly all the whooooosh of turbo spool and all the braaaaaap of many herspers out the exhaust. That is what is means to be a sleeper XD Of course, gotta have an override switch that makes a servo on each cutout open up full time so you can hear the loud powerful idle -music- _noise_ and all that, car show mode lol

[@Carguylogan]

I wish you could just run stage 2 with the stock DP. I like the way they sound with the stock DP and Cobb cat-back. Plus no stinky exhaust or soot with a federal compliant cat and you are actually fully legal. I'm getting old. I want the power but I dont really want to be off-road spec.

[@wrangler0829]

Slapped a cts high flow downpipe on my mk8 gti. Kept the stock cat back. 100% best way to go. Save your exhaust money for other mods! Shes stage 2 with too many bolt on's to list.

[@Camper2625]

I had this originally on my car I swapped out the catback for a rev 9 muffler delete catback I will never go back. The car sounds unbelievably beautiful

[@joshuakrempasky1972]

Is your downpipe catless or catted? And did you go with the straight pipe version of the rev 9 or the high flow cat version?

[@Camper2625]

@@joshuakrempasky1972 cts turbo 3.5 inch catted downpipe Rev9 muffler delete catback The rev9 exhaust is a catback so it doesnt have cats, just two high flow resonators

[@joshuakrempasky1972]

@@Camper2625 sorry, that’s what I meant. Thanks for the info! Currently have the CTS catless downpipe with a muffler deleted stock catback but the drone between 2.5 and 3.5k is unbearable day to day. Might have to check the Rev 9 out for that price.

[@Camper2625]

@@joshuakrempasky1972 i have little to no drone at all. I daily it

[@joshuakrempasky1972]

@@Camper2625 awesome, thanks for the info

[@chrislancaster6986]

My next mod is an IE downpipe with stock cat back. Thanks for the video, gives me a good idea on what to expect!

[@mototrini]

What tune you going with? IE as well

[@termsofuniverse7251]

I run an aftermarket DP with stock exhaust on my Alltrack (paired with IS38 Stage 3 upgrade), I want to ensure my car is as quiet as possible since cops in my area sit around every corner and noise is an easy indicator of a lead foot.

[@jduggrollz]

My guy always has the best taste in exhaust setups

[@xxhypedupxx8336]

Thought your bumper at 1:20 was forged carbon. then realized it was just dirty.... Nice sounding exhaust combo with the dp.

[@ChrisSnider23]

This is almost exactly how my Mk7 R sounds like, all intake noise, stock catback w/ catless DP & pops

[@tjwilddyt2233]

Have a stage 1 mk 6 myself. Love the vids keep it up 👍🏼

[@Whalub]

I have the same exact GTI you have and on Saturday I’m going to get a blue rabbit GTI for my wife

[@wadeepperson6906]

I was definitely wondering what the atlas would sound like with a downpipe. Thanks for the video.

[@JMJ3rd]

I'm new to the GTI scene. (off-topic) What are your wheel make, tire, and suspension set up on this car, please? I like the full exhaust set-up. Mine is a manual, but if there is a next time, I may go auto.

[@miamirice6840]

Appreciate this review. This could be appealing for me. After racing a k20 civic with open header for years I have hearing loss. I am done with loud. I wish you could work with a local dyno shop and run some dyno numbers with your mods.

[@Ievolovel]

high air flow with a cat further down the exhaust is best on a turbo from what i've learned so far.

[@buffalobill2965]

Catbacks dont add power, just looks, sound and less weight than factory. love your vids dude keep it up. If you want to hear the amazing VR6 and AWEtuning catback, I have short vid on my channel....

[@ThunderGoatz]

DP + TCR muffler, should be the real winner I think. Paitently waiting until warranty runs out to do it. Also bangs and pops is not for me. Cheers for the great video man.

[@conjohn14]

I love these videos man

[@RthereNEusernames]

Man the GTI is such a nice looking car. Sounds great too. I've got stock downpipe and stock exhaust with a muffler delete on my ST and it sounds surprisingly good as well with an upgraded FMIC, cold air intake and a tune.

[@joncoh101]

What a refreshing channel, bless up brotha instant sub

[@iBlond]

For the last few weeks I’ve been debating how I wanted to do the exhaust and I think I’m sold on this

[@toddhunt2087]

yeah us older guys like less noise, don't they make a cat back quiet but good flow? So with the complete exhaust with the unitronic is it more quiet inside the cabin?

[@kreparAZ]

i think this is the hot ticket for these cars. based on many hours of watching clips trying to make a decision. only other option would be the TCR muffler from VW. that would be cool to try.

[@joeyn177]

I got the TCR muffler a couple of months ago. Highly recommend if you want something that sounds good but not overly loud. I could never hear the dsg farts on my 2018 before and now they sound great.

[@PeterFeltersnatch852]

@@joeyn177 TCR stands for?

[@bradfordamison7928]

2:35 lmaoo the fast talking

[@florianforrer13]

Lol the drivig backwards part was hilarious

[@bowstobourbon]

Best vid i've seen yet, ty!

[@kirkusbodurkus5535]

The more I see this GTI the more I wanna see a MK6 Jetta sportwagen TDI build

[@shanehayes9349]

Catted CTS dp mated to stock catback. Sometimes i do wish it has a little more, but as a DD I think I better keep it like it's.

[@messmeister92]

Sounds much better IMO but the shift lurching alone would have me putting the aftermarket exhaust right back on. Can’t imagine that’s a good thing in long run?

[@stathi13]

Good video bro 👍 appreciate the sound clips

[@Zayd0o0o]

Now just the is38 or hybrid turbo and bit of aesthetics

[@GoBIGclan]

Question, would keeping the stock Catback with modded DP allow passing inspection without a CEL?

[@Jx12346]

I’m late here. Love your setup. I’m currently apr stage 1, I have an agency power cai, Ecs tuning turbo inlet, Ecs tuning muffler delete which has quieted down over time and actually sounds really nice. Next mods will be going to a unitronic stage 2 tune and a downpipe and then an intercooler. Also plan on doing the dogbone mount which I saw u also had a video on 👍 have the vibrations from the mount reduced over time?

[@modified_eurosport]

Respectable sound! The Unitronic catback is a lot more aggressive..😈

[@thomasr7429]

The sound is correct whis down pipe and stock catback 👍

[@stevieraye69]

If I add a downpipe to my stock gti exhaust, with a stage 1 tune, will I have a CEL come on though?? Thanks, great video

[@waddoo1234]

Have you made the move, update?

[@castin5244]

The stock exhaust with catless downpipe and resonator delete has always been one of my favorite exhaust setups on the MK5 to MK7

[@sorongooooooo]

Hi! Do you have drone with this setup? Thanks!!

[@justincaballero1420]

Try out the clubsport/tcr exhaust sounds very clean and looks oem as well

[@devonforsure260]

Man the EA888 is quite a fun motor

[@brandonmarks6035]

i wonder what this dp with borla catback would sound like the borla catback is definitely my favorite personally

[@Og2zips]

man i wish I could go stage 2 on the mk7 jetta 1.4T, burble tunes all typa shit. I'm stage 1 Unitronic rn which is cool but not enough. This shit sounds good asf hopefully the jetta can get there soon

[@NK-vw4ms]

Dang was looking at civic SI but this is so nice

[@spyplane8]

Does this exhaust drone at highway speeds or is it all good? I like being able to talk to my passengers on road trips

[@josephcammack]

I have a MK6, I bought it new back in 2011.I'm thinking of doing a ECU tune + maybe a catted down pipe. I'm one of the older guys you talk about not wanting it to be overly loud on the highway. If you were me what set up (Downpipe or what have you) plus ECU tune would you go with? Thanks for any input you might have.

[@gerhardkoekemoer3940]

Hey Cameron. Just wanna give a shoutout all the way from Cape Town South Africa. Love your videos dude! Do you have a link for the carbon defuser you have on the GTI perhaps?

[@ryanw8058]

Where did you get that rear diffuser? Looks like a tcr valance and i love that style

[@PajamaSenpai]

I live in an apartment complex, so I'm pretty sure my neighbors would hate me if I had an upgraded downpipe and exhaust. I'm probably going to go with the stock exhaust and a high flow cat.

[@CameronAlford]

It would be perfect for this!

[@masterff1677]

5:33 Sounds mean sheesh ❤❤🥺🥺