VW Polo Air Filter

Enhance Engine Performance & Throttle Response with a High Performance Air Filter for the Volkswagen Polo

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Level up your drive with sporty performance using the BMC FB578/20 high performance air filter for the VW Polo. Made of cotton and pre-soaked in oil, enables far greater + far cleaner air into the engine.

Guaranteed to minimize the drop of air flow pressure passing through the filter compared to paper, thereby boosting performance. Specific gains noted on the Polo to throttle response and overall engine performance.

Key Features:

  • Greater, cleaner air flow for enhanced vehicle performance.
  • Made to last for the vehicle life. Does not require replacement.
  • Save money with better fuel economy.
  • Direct OEM fit. DIY installation.
  • Made in Italy.

Upgrade Your Polo for High Performance

The BMC FB578/20 Cotton Air Filter is a premium aftermarket engine filter, Italian-engineered for performance benefits on the Volkswagen Polo 4 and Polo 5. Because BMC filters are made as a direct fit in the original airbox, contact us for the exact performance filter your Polo model and engine.

Unlike the Polo’s OEM filter, BMC air filters are made of 4-ply cotton gauze and pre-soaked in low-viscosity oil. Cotton has a larger weft compared to paper, which enables the passage of more air into the engine. More airflow means more combustion, which naturally equals enhanced performance, boosted throttle response and improved fuel economy.

The low-viscosity oil enhances filtration. This configuration can filter dirt particles as small as 7 microns, compared to 10 microns on paper/foam filters. Thereby protecting the VW engine from more contaminants, which may also increase service life.

Enhance your VW Polo. Upgrade to BMC

Model Compatibility:

  • VW Polo 4 (9N) 1.4 16V, 80, 9N, BUD [2006>2009]
  • VW Polo 4 (9N) 1.6 16V, 105, 9N, BTS [2006>2009]
  • VW Polo 5 (6R,6C) 1.4 16V, 85, 6R, CGGB [2009>2014]
  • VW Polo 5 (6R,6C) 1.4 BiFuel, 82, 6R, CGGB [2010>2011]
  • VW Polo 5 (6R,6C) 1.6, 86, 6R, CFNB [2010>2014]
  • VW Polo 5 (6R,6C) 1.6 Bifuel, 82, 6R, CNKA [2011>2014]

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Technical Data:

  • Outside Width: 189 mm
  • Outside Length: 370 mm
  • Air Filter Shape: Panel
  • Air Filter Material: Pre-Oiled Cotton Gauze
  • EAN: 8032872864895
  • Gross Weight: 0.6kg
  • Washable: Yes
  • Country of Origin: Italy

OEM Cross Reference:

  • VW GROUP 036129620H
  • VW GROUP 036129620J

FAQ & Summary: Replacing the VW Polo Air Filter

Q. How many engine air filters does a VW Polo have?

A. Only one.

Q. How long does it take to install a BMC air filter in the VW Polo?

A. Maximum 10 minutes. The process is DIY and the same as replacing the stock filter. Only a screwdriver is required.

Q. Does the BMC FB578/20 fit all VW Polo vehicles?

A. No. BMC panel filters are not universal. They are engineered as a direct fit and OEM replacement for specific vehicle models and engines. Contact us for the specific performance filter for your Polo.

Q. How often should the air filter be replaced?

A. The stock paper filter should be replaced about every 19 000 kms, according to Volkswagen dealerships. However, if you install a BMC Air Filter, the filter does NOT require replacing. BMC air filters are made to last for the lifetime of your Polo, with occasional regeneration recommended for restoring performance.

Q. Where are BMC air filters for the VW Polo available in South Africa?

A. Contact us with your location and we will refer you to a BMC authorized, in-stock dealer near you.