Hawk Performance Street Brake Pads

2011–2025 Subaru Forester / Subaru Impreza / Subaru WRX 2.0L Turbo

Part #: HB198F.685

Overview

The Hawk Performance Street Brake Pads are designed to elevate your vehicle's braking performance for everyday driving and spirited street use. Engineered with a high-performance street compound, these pads deliver increased stopping power, improved pedal feel, and greater resistance to brake fade compared to standard OEM brake pads. Whether you're commuting, tackling mountain roads, or enjoying spirited drives, these brake pads help ensure your vehicle responds confidently when you need it most.

Built for enthusiasts who demand reliable, high-quality braking performance, the Hawk Performance Street Brake Pads are an excellent upgrade over factory components. They are ideal for drivers seeking enhanced safety, better modulation, and consistent braking under various conditions. With their proven track record, these pads help support your vehicle's braking system to perform at a higher level without sacrificing everyday drivability.

Key Features

The Hawk Performance Street Brake Pads incorporate advanced materials and innovative design features to optimize braking performance and durability. Key features include:

• High-friction Hawk Performance Street compound that provides 20-40% more stopping power over stock brake pads, ensuring confident braking in all street conditions.
• Resistant to brake fade, allowing for consistent performance during repeated or prolonged braking, such as city driving or mountain descents.
• Designed with a low dust formulation to keep your wheels cleaner and reduce maintenance time.
• Excellent rotor compatibility, minimizing wear and extending rotor life for a balanced braking system.
• Manufactured with high-quality, heat-resistant materials to withstand the rigors of daily driving and spirited street use.
• OE-style design and fitment for easy installation without modifications, ensuring a direct bolt-on upgrade.
• Reduced noise and vibration for a quieter, smoother braking experience.
• Suitable for vehicles that require a reliable, high-performance street brake pad solution.

Construction & Design

The Hawk Performance Street Brake Pads are constructed using a proprietary high-friction compound that balances aggressive stopping power with low noise and dust. The pads feature a durable backing plate and a carefully engineered friction material that provides excellent modulation and pedal feel. Their design ensures even pad wear and optimal contact with the rotor, promoting consistent performance and extended service life. The manufacturing process emphasizes quality control, with precision machining and rigorous testing to meet or exceed industry standards.

Installation & Fitment

The Hawk Performance Street Brake Pads are a direct replacement for the factory pads on compatible Subaru models equipped with 2.0L Turbo engines from 2011 to 2025. Installation is straightforward and typically requires only basic hand tools. No special modifications, cutting, or drilling are necessary. For optimal performance, it is recommended to bed-in the pads according to the manufacturer's instructions, which helps maximize their braking capabilities and lifespan.

• Easy bolt-on installation with OEM-style fitment
• No cutting, drilling, or special tuning required

What's Included

• Set of Hawk Performance Street Brake Pads (front or rear, as specified)
• Installation hardware and instructions (if applicable)

Ideal For

• Daily drivers seeking improved stopping power and reliability
• Enthusiasts who enjoy spirited street driving and mountain roads
• Drivers looking for low dust and quiet operation alongside high performance