AEM 28-20865 DryFlow Drop-In Air Filter VW Jetta GTI Passat Tiguan EOS 2.0T TSI

Vehicle Fitment

• 2009-2014 Volkswagen Jetta (MK5/MK6) - 1.4T TSI, 2.0T TSI (CCTA/CBFA), 2.5L, TDI - all trims including base, SE, SEL, TDI, GLI
• 2009-2015 Volkswagen Passat (B6/B7) - 2.0T TSI, 2.5L, TDI, V6 - confirm your specific year and engine via AEM's fitment tool
• 2009-2017 Volkswagen Tiguan - 2.0T TSI, TDI - all trims
• 2009-2014 Volkswagen GTI (MK5/MK6) - 2.0T TSI (CCTA/CBFA/CCZB) - all trims
• 2009-2016 Volkswagen EOS - 2.0T TSI, 1.4T TSI - all trims
• 2009-2013 Volkswagen Golf MK6 (including Cabriolet variants) - confirm engine compatibility via AEM's fitment lookup

Fitment Notes

• Direct drop-in replacement for the factory engine air filter - installs in the existing OEM airbox with no modifications required.
• NOT CARB Compliant - Not for street use in California, New York, or Maine. The 28-20865 is not legal for installation on vehicles required to meet CARB emissions standards. Confirm legal status for your state before purchasing.
• AEM's core product title covers the 2009-2010 model year range; multiple dealers and Amazon buyer reviews confirm extended fitment across MK5/MK6-platform VW models through approximately 2014-2017 depending on model. The PQ35/PQ46 platform airbox filter dimensions were largely shared across this Volkswagen model family during this generation. Always confirm your specific year, model, and engine against AEM's fitment lookup before ordering.
• This filter will not void your Volkswagen factory vehicle warranty.
• Sold individually - one filter per package.

Features

• AEM DryFlow Oil-Free Synthetic Media - Up to 99% Filtration Efficiency: The 28-20865 uses AEM's DryFlow non-woven synthetic filter media, delivering high airflow and up to 99% contaminant capture efficiency without requiring filter oil. Unlike oiled cotton-gauze performance filters, DryFlow eliminates the risk of MAF sensor contamination from oil overspray - a critical concern on the Volkswagen 2.0T TSI, 1.4T TSI, and TDI engines equipped with sensitive hot-wire mass airflow sensors. The synthetic media does not degrade from repeated cleaning cycles.
• Increased Horsepower and Throttle Response: AEM's lower-restriction synthetic media allows more air volume into the 2.0T TSI, 1.4T TSI, TDI, and 2.5L engines compared to the factory paper element - improving throttle response and supporting power gains, particularly on Stage 1 tuned MK6 GTI and GLI applications where increased airflow is a key limiting factor.
• Up to 4x Dust Holding Capacity vs. Competitive Filters: AEM's DryFlow media delivers up to four times the dust holding capacity of most popular competitive filters - extending service intervals significantly on this large 15.188-inch panel format.
• Extra-Long Panel - 15.188 in Length: At over 15 inches in length, the 28-20865 is one of the longest panel filters in AEM's lineup, providing substantial filter media surface area for the VW MK5/MK6 platform's large longitudinal airbox format.
• Washable and Reusable - Lifetime Filter: Clean with AEM filter cleaner (PN 1-1000), rinse with water, air dry completely, and reinstall - no oiling required. Cleaning time reduced from hours to minutes versus oiled filter service. Media will not degrade from repeated cleaning.
• Direct Drop-In Fit: Engineered as a direct dimensional replacement for the OEM paper element in the factory VW airbox - no modifications, adapters, or additional hardware required.
• Will Not Void Volkswagen Factory Warranty: The 28-20865 will not void the manufacturer's vehicle warranty when used as directed.
• Made in the USA: Manufactured by AEM Induction Systems to precision quality standards.

Specifications

• Part Number: 28-20865
• Brand: AEM Induction Systems
• Product Type: DryFlow Drop-In OEM Replacement Panel Air Filter
• Filter Shape: Panel (flat)
• Filter Material: Non-Woven Synthetic (DryFlow - oil-free)
• Frame Design: Flexible
• Color: Red
• Outside Length: 15.188 in (386mm)
• Outside Width: 7.313 in (186mm)
• Height: 1.625 in (41mm)
• Weight: 1.600 lbs (0.7 kg)
• CARB Compliance: Not CARB compliant - not for street use in CA, NY, or ME
• Oiling Required: No
• Washable / Reusable: Yes
• Filtration Efficiency: Up to 99%
• Dust Holding Capacity: Up to 4x competitive filter benchmark
• Country of Manufacture: USA
• Warranty: Lifetime Limited
• Quantity: 1 (sold individually)

Included Components

• 1x AEM DryFlow OEM Replacement Panel Air Filter (28-20865)

Product Description

The AEM 28-20865 is a DryFlow synthetic drop-in panel air filter for MK5/MK6-platform Volkswagen models sharing the PQ35/PQ46 airbox filter dimensions - including the Jetta (2009-2014), Passat (2009-2015), Tiguan (2009-2017), GTI (2009-2014), EOS (2009-2016), and Golf MK6 variants. The extra-long 15.188 x 7.313-inch panel fits directly into the factory VW airbox as a dimensional replacement for the OEM paper element with no modifications required.

AEM DryFlow oil-free synthetic media delivers up to 99% filtration efficiency without requiring filter oil - eliminating the MAF sensor contamination risk that oiled performance filters present on VW's TSI and TDI engines. DryFlow provides up to 4x the dust holding capacity of most competitive filters, and media will not degrade from repeated cleanings. Washable with AEM filter cleaner and reusable for the lifetime of the vehicle. Will not void Volkswagen factory warranty. Made in the USA. Lifetime Limited Warranty.

Not CARB compliant - not for street-registered vehicles in California, New York, Maine, or other CARB-adopting states. Always verify your specific year and engine against AEM's fitment tool before ordering.