K&N Highflow filter

[jezyg]

I have just fitted a K&N highflow filter (33-3111) onto my Ibiza 115 DSG, last car I fitted a K&N to was quite some time ago on a Astra G 1.8 SRI in 2003. I thought I would give it a go as I now always run on 99 Ron (allot smoother and better mpg). So I thought a highflow filter might help performance and it is a mod that really does improve driveability of the 1.0 ECO TSI.

I assume mostly due to being a small capacity engine and the impact of improved breathability with less effort to get air into the turbo. Combined with the higher RON fuel there is maybe an extra 5 to 6 Bhp and 5 to 10 Nm as well. But that breathability is felt with much sharper throttle response as the turbo spools up quicker and I also noticed the car rolls allot more when you lift off the throttle.

Throttle control is also more linear with less lag and similar to our Cupra Born. There is also better midrange punch, however, the biggest shock has been the 5-6 mpg improvement over the past 200 miles. Motorway was a steady 55 mpg and my usual run from hotel to site is 36 to 37 mpg but today was 42 mpg. Worthwhile MOD IMO. I was going for the Pipercross PP2001 but the K&N was on offer so got that.

 

[Bahnstormer_vRS]

^^^^ Is that a like-for-like replacement panel air filter? Nothing fancy as an Induction Kit.

I've used a K&N or, currently, an itg foam filter on all my cars for the last 25-30 years. It does help.

You're probably getting better fuel consumption as the extra torque will help the DSG work more efficiently.

Guy

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[jezyg]

^^^^ Is that a like-for-like replacement panel air filter? Nothing fancy as an Induction Kit.

I've used a K&N or, currently, an itg foam filter on all my cars for the last 25-30 years. It does help.

You're probably getting better fuel consumption as the extra torque will help the DSG work more efficiently.

Guy

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Yes like for like replacement, slots into factory airbox. I think it is a mixture of extra torque and needing less throttle.

 

[pompeydave]

Can I ask what you paid for filter please ? I’ve seen best price of around £55 at the moment.

 

[jezyg]

Can I ask what you paid for filter please ? I’ve seen best price of around £55 at the moment.

Yes, £49 off eBay, it is rare to see it cheaper. I have also just received a Pipercross PP1002 as well, I got that on offer for £33 off eBay too, but via Motorworld. I actually think the Pipercross is possibly a better filter overall, easier to clean, less oily and of course cheaper. Not had a chance to try it though so will stick it in and see if there is any difference between the too drive wise.

Then add it to the pile for my daughters Ibiza when it arrives. With a fully plug and play rear view camera with wiring harness adaptor so everything just clicks in (£25 Aliexpress) and Rimblades Light (Amazon Prime deal £27). You will see a bit of theme here... I am a cheapskate