AEM 28-30005 DryFlow Air Filter for 2013-2026 Audi A3 1.8L/2.0L

Vehicle Fitment

• 2013-2020 Audi A3 (Base, Premium, Premium Plus, Prestige), 1.8L/2.0L I4 Gas; selected 2.0L I4 Diesel applications
• 2022-2026 Audi A3 (Premium, Premium Plus, Prestige), 2.0L I4 Gas/Diesel applications as specified by market
• 2015-2020 Audi A3 Quattro (Premium, Premium Plus, Prestige), 2.0L I4 Gas
• 2022-2026 Audi A3 Quattro (Premium, Premium Plus, Prestige), 2.0L I4 Gas/Diesel applications as specified by market
• 2014-2022 Audi S3 (Premium, Premium Plus, Prestige), 2.0L I4 Turbo Gas
• 2015-2023 Audi TT Quattro (Base, Premium, Premium Plus), 2.0L I4 Turbo Gas
• 2016-2018 Audi TT (Base), 2.0L I4 Turbo Gas
• 2016-2023 Audi TTS Quattro (Base), 2.0L I4 Turbo Gas
• 2018 Audi Q2 Quattro, 2.0L I4 Gas
• 2019-2025 Audi Q3 (Premium, Premium Plus, Prestige), 2.0L I4 Turbo Gas
• 2020, 2023 Audi A1, 1.6L/2.0L I4 applications as specified by market
• 2019-2023 Volkswagen Arteon (SE, SEL, SEL Premium R-Line, SEL R-Line, SE R-Line), 2.0L I4 Turbo Gas
• 2015-2018 Volkswagen Beetle (R-Line, TDI, S, SE, SEL, Dune, Coast), 2.0L I4 Gas/Diesel
• 2015-2018 Volkswagen Golf (Launch Edition, S, SE, SEL, Base, Wolfsburg Edition), 1.8L I4 Turbo Gas
• 2017-2019 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack (S, SE, SEL), 1.8L I4 Turbo Gas
• 2015-2023 Volkswagen Golf R (Base, 20th Anniversary Edition), 2.0L I4 Turbo Gas
• 2015-2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen (S, SE, SEL, Limited Edition), 1.8L I4 Turbo Gas
• 2015-2026 Volkswagen GTI (S, SE, Autobahn, Sport, Rabbit Edition), 2.0L I4 Turbo Gas
• 2019-2026 Volkswagen Jetta GLI (S, Autobahn, 35th Anniversary Edition), 2.0L I4 Turbo Gas
• 2021 Volkswagen Passat (S, SE, R-Line), 2.0L I4 Turbo Gas
• 2016-2026 Volkswagen Tiguan (S, SE, SEL, SEL Premium, R-Line, Sport, Wolfsburg Edition), 2.0L I4 Turbo Gas
• 2013-2019 SEAT Leon, 1.8L/2.0L I4 applications
• 2020-2023 Cupra Ateca, 2.0L I4 Turbo Gas
• 2022 Cupra Formentor, 2.0L I4 Turbo Gas
• 2023 Cupra Leon, 2.0L I4 Turbo Gas

Fitment Notes

• Vehicle-specific replacement panel filter designed for the factory airbox using the 5Q0129620B/C/D, 5QM129620, or equivalent filter application.
• Quattro/AWD applications are listed separately where applicable; front-wheel-drive and AWD versions must use the corresponding factory airbox configuration.
• Engine and market availability varies by model year; diesel applications are primarily market-specific and should not be assumed for North American vehicles.
• Volkswagen Golf R and Audi S3/TTS applications use turbocharged 2.0L I4 engines and require the corresponding factory airbox.
• 2025-2026 applications are limited to vehicles for which the 28-30005 application is specifically cataloged; the filter should not be generalized to other MQB vehicles.
• No confirmed 2026 Audi Q3, Arteon, Beetle, Golf, Golf R, or Passat application is assigned where the catalog does not specifically identify the part.

Features

• AEM DryFlow oil-free synthetic filtration technology
• Washable and reusable filter media
• Non-woven synthetic construction
• Designed to improve airflow through the factory intake system
• Engineered to support improved throttle response and acceleration
• Designed to provide excellent contaminant filtration
• Oil-free construction eliminates the need for filter oil during maintenance
• Durable design suitable for everyday street and demanding driving conditions
• Panel-style configuration for direct replacement of the specified factory filter
• Designed for long-term reusable service
• Manufactured in the USA
• Backed by AEM Limited Lifetime Warranty

Specifications

• Brand: AEM
• Part Number: 28-30005
• Product Style: AEM DryFlow Panel Air Filter
• Filter Shape: Panel
• Filter Material: Non-Woven Synthetic
• Filter Height: 1.5 in (38 mm)
• Outside Length: 11.406 in (290 mm)
• Outside Width: 7.0 in (178 mm)
• Washable: Yes
• Oil Required: No
• Package Quantity: 1
• Package Contents: 1 Air Filter
• Weight: 1.3 lb (0.6 kg)
• Warranty: Limited Lifetime

Included Components

• 1x AEM DryFlow Panel Air Filter

Product Description

The AEM 28-30005 DryFlow Air Filter is a washable, reusable panel air filter engineered for selected Audi, Volkswagen, SEAT, and Cupra applications. Its non-woven synthetic media uses AEM DryFlow oil-free technology to provide strong airflow while maintaining effective filtration. The reusable construction eliminates the need for filter oil and provides a convenient long-term alternative to conventional disposable engine air filters.

Measuring 11.406 inches long by 7.0 inches wide and 1.5 inches high, the 28-30005 is designed to replace the specified factory panel filter in compatible airbox configurations. Applications include selected Audi A1, A3, S3, TT, TTS, Q2, and Q3 models, along with Volkswagen Golf, Golf R, GTI, Jetta GLI, Tiguan, Arteon, and other MQB-based vehicles.

The filter is suitable for daily driving and performance-oriented street use where reusable filtration and consistent airflow are desired. Because applications vary by engine, drivetrain, market, and factory airbox configuration, the exact year, model, engine, and drivetrain should be verified before installation.