2.3 Exhaust preference

[Hughes2564]

I just bought a 2022 big bend and was looking for some thoughts on an exhaust. I like the MRT trail rated for the mid range note and the ease of installation (no bumper removal) but also have seen some decent videos with the roush exhaust ($200 more than MRT) and experience with either one? I most likely wouldn’t have an issue putting the roush on just never imagined taking the rear bumper off. And yea I know a 4cyl will never sound like a v8. I’m just enjoying learning to work on it and keeping busy. Thanks

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[Ibuprofen3293]

Haven’t heard any in person, but the Corsa is my favorite from various videos. Plus (like a few of other brands) you can get an outlet that dumps out in front of the rear bumper instead some big, gaudy tips. It’s really going to be personal preference.

 

[Lowcountry Bronco]

I second the Corsa but same, have only heard it via video but I do want the big gaudy tips.

 

[Stick in the Mud]

On both 4 and 6, anything louder than the stock just sounds like trying to be cool. I’ve been meaning to find the quietest low profile exhaust out there.

 

[Gassyjack]

Wonder how it would sound with just a straight pipe replacing the muffler?
Totally unrelated but a big difference in vehicle/ engine noise between my wife’s OBX 2.3 automatic with lux and my BL 2.3 manual with mid package. Hers is louder even with the hood silencer pad and I can’t even hear mine running.

 

[UM_Ftown]

Just from videos I like the Corsa and Ford Performance sound the best. I read the FP has drone though so that makes me lean toward the Corsa.

 

[MNBigfoot]

Cherry bomb glasspacks are the only way to go, you'll never want to go back to fart cans again.

 

[BlueOvalBandit]

Wonder how it would sound with just a straight pipe replacing the muffler?
Totally unrelated but a big difference in vehicle/ engine noise between my wife’s OBX 2.3 automatic with lux and my BL 2.3 manual with mid package. Hers is louder even with the hood silencer pad and I can’t even hear mine running.

Like a louder Focus RS with more drone. Lot's a pops a burbles driving around town and drone on highway.

 

[Gassyjack]

In other words, not good!

 

[Hughes2564]

Wonder how it would sound with just a straight pipe replacing the muffler?
Totally unrelated but a big difference in vehicle/ engine noise between my wife’s OBX 2.3 automatic with lux and my BL 2.3 manual with mid package. Hers is louder even with the hood silencer pad and I can’t even hear mine running.

I live in NY for the time being so they’re pretty strict with straight pipes. What silencer of did you get? Besides wanting a little tone I mostly don’t want to hear the engine

 

[Gassyjack]

The silencer I referenced is the hood insulation pad, even with that her engine noise is more noticeable.

 

[Hughes2564]

The silencer I referenced is the hood insulation pad, even with that her engine noise is more noticeable.

Weird I wonder why

 

[Lèòn]

Im waiting for @Fast Intentions Inc. and spdperformance to release downpipes

ya want power? Get a downpipe. Wanna shave weight and increase noise, get a catback or axleback

 

[Lowcountry Bronco]

Wonder how it would sound with just a straight pipe replacing the muffler?
Totally unrelated but a big difference in vehicle/ engine noise between my wife’s OBX 2.3 automatic with lux and my BL 2.3 manual with mid package. Hers is louder even with the hood silencer pad and I can’t even hear mine running.

I think that's what the Outlaw kit is basically a straight pipe. The bad thing about all of the exhaust videos is that I can't recall one manual being tested which is what I'll have. Can't stand that transition between gears on an auto but like it with a manual.

 

[Boreal]

MRT Trail is perfect for a daily. Have one on for 60,000kms so far and won’t change

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