Performance panel filters

[toyotacelicagt4]

Are these any good? Do they make any difference to the cars performance and do they make it sound any better? I'm looking at a k&n for my astra( 2.0 16v) and wanted to know if its worth £33.99 to upgrade from the oem filter.

Cheers

 

[mattx2]

generally no, most mordern cars come with very good induction systems and the oem filter is probably just as good as any aftermarket one.

 

[Clarkey]

no it wont make any difference tbh
I should mention I have K&N's in the 300zx, but only because they are washable and have a million mile guarantee.

 

[Conanius]

I have a K&N replacement filter in my focus.. reason? it cures a stalling problem that occurs with the stock filter

 

[Scuzi]

Unless your engine is forced induction you won't see much difference. I noticed quite a difference on my car.
I suppose the main advantage in your case will be that it will last longer than a paper filter therefore probably paying for itself after a few services.

 

[MagicBoy]

I stuck a K&N in my now departed VW Bora. There was more induction noise which was nice and it revved better at the top end, oh and a couple more mpg on a run. More drivability benefits than performance really.

 

[Barry Smalley]

Agreed. I run an ITG panel filter on my Golf Rallye, and it is far better than an OEM job.

 

[[Death]]

i always stick with the K&N , well on my Rover 220 anyway

 

[Mr_Sukebe]

I put a K&N in my MX5. Made it sound slightly nicer, the performance difference is negligible. I'd only recommend it if you need to replace your existing filter.

 

[eidolon]

I've fitted loads of filters to loads of cars over the years and none have really made any difference (apart from noise) until I got the MR2 which really benefitted from the Apex'i filter.

 

[Liverpool-Lad]

What I would suggest is enlarging the intake feed into the airbox and adding a cold air feed.