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PowerStop NXE-1633 Disc Brake Pad Set - Front
PowerStop Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads Overview
The Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit (Part Number NXE-1633) deliver reliable stopping power for select Audi and Volkswagen models. Designed with advanced carbon fiber ceramic friction material, these pads provide consistent performance and durability for vehicles like the Audi A3 Quattro and Volkswagen Golf R.
- Carbon fiber ceramic friction material for balanced performance and low dust
- 18.5 mm friction material thickness on both inner and outer pads for extended pad life
- Slotted and chamfered edges to reduce noise and improve pad bedding
- Includes electronic pad wear sensors for timely maintenance alerts
- Complete hardware kit and pad shims included for straightforward installation
- Performance grade pads engineered for enhanced braking response
Detailed Product Features and Benefits
The Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit are engineered to meet the demands of performance-oriented drivers. The carbon fiber ceramic friction material offers a balance of effective stopping power and reduced brake dust compared to traditional pads. Both the inner and outer pads feature a substantial 18.5 mm thickness, contributing to longer service intervals. Slotted designs help dissipate heat and gases, while chamfered edges minimize noise and vibration during braking. The included electronic pad wear sensors provide accurate monitoring, ensuring you replace pads before performance degrades. Additionally, the kit comes with all necessary mounting hardware and pad shims, simplifying the installation process.
Compatible Vehicles and Applications
This disc brake pad set is compatible with a range of Audi and Volkswagen models, including:
- Audi A3 Quattro
- Audi S3
- Volkswagen Golf R
- Volkswagen GTI
- Volkswagen Jetta
- Volkswagen Arteon
- Volkswagen CC
- Volkswagen Tiguan
- Volkswagen Q3
These pads are designed specifically for front disc brake systems on these vehicles, providing a direct replacement that maintains factory fit and function.
Power Stop Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads Product Line
The Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit represent a specialized product line focused on combining advanced carbon fiber ceramic friction technology with comprehensive hardware kits. This line targets drivers seeking performance-grade brake pads that offer improved heat dissipation, reduced brake dust, and enhanced braking consistency. The inclusion of electronic wear sensors and mounting hardware ensures a complete solution tailored for European vehicle models such as Audi and Volkswagen.
Common Issues Addressed by This Brake Pad Set
- Brake fade during aggressive or repeated braking
- Excessive brake dust accumulation on wheels
- Brake noise and vibration caused by uneven pad wear
- Premature pad wear due to insufficient friction material thickness
- Inaccurate brake pad wear monitoring without sensors
Installation Notes and Tips
- Ensure compatibility with your specific Audi or Volkswagen model before installation
- Use the included hardware kit and pad shims to maintain proper pad alignment and reduce noise
- Check and connect the electronic pad wear sensors carefully to avoid false alerts
- Follow manufacturer torque specifications for mounting hardware
- Perform a proper bedding-in procedure after installation to optimize braking performance
Quality Assurance and Warranty
Power Stop brake pads are manufactured to meet strict quality standards for performance and durability. The carbon fiber ceramic material and included hardware components undergo rigorous testing to ensure reliable operation under normal driving conditions. While specific warranty details are not provided here, Power Stop typically offers coverage against manufacturing defects. Consult product documentation or the manufacturer for exact warranty terms related to part number NXE-1633.
| Brand | PowerStop |
| Part Number | NXE-1633 |
| Position | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit, Front |
| Chamfered Edges | Yes |
| Friction Material Composition | Carbon Fiber Ceramic |
| Grade Type | Performance |
| Inner Pad Friction Material Thickness | 18.5 |
| Mounting Hardware Included | Yes |
| Outer Pad Friction Material Thickness | 18.5 |
| Pad Shims Included | Yes |
| Pad Wear Sensor Included | YES |
| Pad Wear Sensor Type | Electronic |
| Slotted | Yes |
This part fits 54 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Drive Type | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Audi | Q3 | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2025 | Volkswagen | GTI | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2025 | Volkswagen | Jetta | GLI Autobahn | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | |||
| 2025 | Volkswagen | Tiguan | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2024 | Audi | Q3 | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2024 | Volkswagen | GTI | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2024 | Volkswagen | Jetta | GLI 40th Anniversary Edition | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | |||
| 2024 | Volkswagen | Tiguan | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2023 | Audi | Q3 | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2023 | Volkswagen | Arteon | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2023 | Volkswagen | GTI | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2023 | Volkswagen | Jetta | GLI Autobahn | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | |||
| 2023 | Volkswagen | Tiguan | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2022 | Audi | Q3 | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2022 | Volkswagen | Arteon | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2022 | Volkswagen | GTI | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2022 | Volkswagen | Jetta | 2.0L | L4 | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||
| 2022 | Volkswagen | Tiguan | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2021 | Audi | Q3 | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2021 | Volkswagen | Arteon | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2021 | Volkswagen | GTI | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2021 | Volkswagen | Jetta | 2.0L | L4 | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||
| 2021 | Volkswagen | Tiguan | Front | To 08/31/2020; Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2020 | Audi | A3 Quattro | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2020 | Audi | Q3 | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2020 | Audi | S3 | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2020 | Volkswagen | Arteon | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2020 | Volkswagen | GTI | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2020 | Volkswagen | Jetta | 2.0L | L4 | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||
| 2020 | Volkswagen | Tiguan | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2019 | Audi | A3 Quattro | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2019 | Audi | Q3 | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2019 | Audi | S3 | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2019 | Volkswagen | Arteon | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2019 | Volkswagen | Golf R | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2019 | Volkswagen | GTI | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2019 | Volkswagen | Jetta | 2.0L | L4 | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||
| 2019 | Volkswagen | Tiguan | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2018 | Audi | S3 | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2018 | Volkswagen | Golf R | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2018 | Volkswagen | GTI | Front | Performance Package; 340mm Front Rotor; Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2018 | Volkswagen | Tiguan | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2017 | Audi | S3 | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2017 | Volkswagen | Golf R | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2017 | Volkswagen | GTI | Front | Performance Package; 340mm Front Rotor; Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2016 | Audi | S3 | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2016 | Volkswagen | CC | 3.6L | V6 | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||
| 2016 | Volkswagen | Golf R | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2016 | Volkswagen | GTI | Front | Performance Package; 340mm Front Rotor; Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2015 | Audi | S3 | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2015 | Volkswagen | CC | 3.6L | V6 | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||
| 2015 | Volkswagen | Golf R | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||||
| 2014 | Volkswagen | CC | 3.6L | V6 | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit | ||
| 2013 | Volkswagen | CC | AWD | 3.6L | V6 | Front | Power Stop - Front Next Gen Euro Carbon Fiber-Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit |
* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
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Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.