Mann Filter Mann-Filter HU 719/7 X Metal-Free Oil Filter

This filter fits and works and is cheaper than European models

Filter is essentially factory quality level and meets all VW requirements

On the TDI engines, you will see MANN is the oil canister manufacturer as well.I'll stick with the creator of the whole thing instead of hoping someone else can do it cheaper.

The Mann Filter is good filter that has been around a long time. The seals that come with the filter work. I have not had issues of leaking.

As Described, High quality Filter. Always buy quality over less $$ when it comes to filters. Fits perfect on my 2014 Jetta TDI Sportwagen.

Does what it's suppose to do. I've been using MANN filters with VW/Audi for about 10 years now. No issues. Simple DIY service - unscrew canister cap, remove/replace filter. Viola!And on a related note, with regards to a "Low Ash" oil for TDI, I would highly recommend using Renewable Lubricants 85343 Bio SynXtra HD Plus Super High Performance Motor Oil SAE 5W40 Low Ash, 1 Gallon as well as their Renewable Lubricants Bio-Power Summer Diesel Fuel Conditioner, 1 qt Bottle~Parts Note: for Volkswagen Jetta TDI on the A5 chassis as well as the MkVI Golf TDI. This oil filter will fit the 2005-2006 Jetta TDI with the BRM engine as well as the new 2009+ VW Clean Diesel TDI, 2.0L, engine codes CBEA and CJAA.This product fits the following vehicles:AudiA3 TDI (8P) w/ 2.0L CJAA Engine (2009-2013)VolkswagenGolf TDI MkVI w/ 2.0 CJAA engine (2010-2013)Jetta TDI MkV (A5 chassis) w/ 1.9 BRM engine (2005-2006)Jetta TDI MkV (A5 chassis) w/ 2.0 CBEA/CJAA engine (2009-2010)Jetta TDI MkVI w/ 2.0 CJAA engine (2011-2013)Sportwagen TDI w/ 2.0L CBEA/CJAA Engine (2009-2013)

I bought a 2013 Audi A3 TDI (2.0L CBEA engine) a while back and I'm on about my third oil change. So far I've used these Mann oil filters without any issue, since they are supposedly OEM.I have had some reservation as they are cellulose and not synthetic fiber, which is what is usually recommended when using a full synthetic oil (VW 507.00 spec oil for this vehicle is only offered in 100% synthetic formulations). I've also seen reviews of some paper filters collapsing after a while, which had me concerned. From some of my reading it seems like they only create paper filters because it's a diesel, but I don't fully understand why.I have been a big fan of Wix for a while, and decided to buy their comparable filter. There are some minor differences, but the biggest one is the end caps. It's still paper, but the paper media is firmly stuck into the plastic end caps instead of glued to more paper. It does feel more taught, and gives me some piece of mind that it won't collapse if I don't change it for a longer interval.The Mann filter has about 10 more pleats (77 on the Mann vs 67 on Wix), and both seem to be well made with high quality filter media. I've not had any issues with the Mann filter, but I'm making the switch out of caution, and will report back if I find and reason to.

This is about as close to OEM that one could get, and when you have a VW TDI like I do that is exactly what you want. High performance products not made specifically for TDI DPF engines, such as K and N reusable air filter or their "High Flow Oil Filter" do offer a faster flow rate. But it comes at the expense of less filtration and less capacity to store contaminates that a good OEM filter like this would easily catch; hold; and never release back into your oil and/or air. My TDI is 202k miles and prime condition having used Mann filters most of it's long life.