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Review on πŸš— K&N Engine Air Filter: High Performance, Washable Replacement Filter for 2005-2015 VOLKSWAGEN (Golf SportWagen, Beetle, Golf, Jetta, Passat, Golf VI, Jetta V, Bora, Rabbit), Model 33-2331 by Marcus Cano

Revainrating 5 out of 5

'08 VW Rabbit Air Filter Replacement

A very reliable filter compared to the Mann filter. It feels like the K&N filter uses better materials. The installation is, as usual from VW, a bit tricky, at least with the air intake. Still, it didn't take long, just a few minutes to remove the motor cover and filter cover on the back. No problems installing, although I find the K&N to be a little tighter than the factory filter. Everything went back with no problems. On the test drive I didn't notice any noticeable increase in power, but maybe a little more throttle response, which was negligible at best. The intake noise has increased slightly. Basically satisfied.

Pros
  • DESIGN TO SERVICE: 50,000 miles to first cleaning under normal highway driving conditions.
Cons
  • I don't remember but there was something