SHW Performance VFX43801 Front Cross-Drilled Rotor for Audi 8Y S3 VW Golf R

Vehicle Fitment

• 2022-2024 Audi S3 (8Y, 2.0L Turbo EA888.4, quattro, Sedan)
• 2022-2024 Volkswagen Golf R (MK8 / Golf VIII, 2.0L Turbo EA888.4, 4Motion, Hatchback)

Fitment Notes

• Priced and sold each (single rotor). Two rotors required for a complete front axle replacement.
• Direct OEM replacement - replaces OEM part numbers 5WA615301A and 5WA615301J.
• Confirm rotor size at vehicle before ordering. This rotor is 357 x 34 mm.
• Professional installation recommended. Proper break-in procedure required after installation.

Features

• Cross-drilled disc surface promotes enhanced heat dissipation and reduced operating temperatures under sustained braking loads.
• Lightweight monoblock construction reduces unsprung weight compared to heavier factory cast iron designs, improving steering response and suspension compliance.
• Manufactured by SHW Performance - one of the world's leading OEM brake disc suppliers, producing rotors as standard equipment on many performance vehicles from the factory.
• Direct OEM-equivalent replacement ensures precise fit and function without modification.
• Ventilated internal vane design promotes continuous airflow through the rotor to further reduce thermal buildup during aggressive or repeated braking.
• Engineered to meet or exceed original factory specifications for stopping power, durability, and dimensional accuracy.

Specifications

• Brand: SHW Performance
• Part Number: VFX43801
• OEM Replacement For: 5WA615301A / 5WA615301J
• Position: Front axle
• Disc Style: Cross-drilled, ventilated monobloc
• Disc Dimensions: 357 x 34 mm
• Quantity: Sold each (1 rotor)
• Price (each): $296.98

Included Components

• 1x SHW Performance Front Cross-Drilled Brake Rotor
• Note: Hardware not included. Two units required for complete front axle replacement.

Product Description

The SHW Performance VFX43801 is a front cross-drilled brake rotor engineered as a direct OEM-equivalent replacement for the 2022-2024 Audi S3 (8Y) and 2022-2024 Volkswagen Golf R (MK8). SHW Performance is not an aftermarket brand in the traditional sense - it is one of the world's premier OEM brake disc manufacturers, supplying rotors as standard factory equipment on numerous performance vehicles. The VFX43801 is the identical specification part now made available directly to consumers, replacing OEM part numbers 5WA615301A and 5WA615301J.

At 357 x 34 mm, this ventilated monobloc rotor features a cross-drilled disc face that promotes superior heat dissipation during sustained and repeated braking - a meaningful advantage for spirited street driving and track use with the EA888.4's power output in all-wheel drive applications. The lightweight construction reduces unsprung and rotational mass, contributing to improved suspension response and more accurate steering feedback. Sold individually - two are required for a complete front axle replacement. A proper break-in bedding procedure is recommended after installation to optimize pad transfer film and rotor surface conditioning.