Product Overview

The Vitano VA 1286 is designed to provide maximum airflow while maintaining a near-perfect filtration rate of 99.9%. Specifically built for modern turbocharged engines, this filter ensures that the turbocharger and combustion chambers remain free from microscopic abrasive particles. Its high-flow design helps maintain engine responsiveness and prevents the loss of horsepower often caused by restrictive, lower-quality filters.

Technical Specifications

Major Vehicle Compatibility

The VA 1286 is primarily used for 1.2 TSI/TFSI and 1.4 TSI/TFSI engines (EA211 platform).

OEM: 17801-0D011, 17701-0D041, 17801-0D020

• Volkswagen: Golf VII (2012+), Polo (6R/6C), Jetta IV, Passat (B8), Tiguan (AD1), Touran (5T).
• Audi: A1 (8X), A3 (8V), Q2, Q3.
• Škoda: Octavia III (5E), Fabia III, Superb III, Kodiaq, Karoq.
• Seat: Leon (5F), Ibiza V, Ateca, Arona.

Industry Cross-Reference (OE Equivalents):

• VAG OE: 04E 129 620 / 04E 129 620 A / 04E 129 620 D
• MANN-FILTER: C 21 001
• Mahle/Knecht: LX 3525
• Bosch: F 026 400 342
• Hengst: E1090L

Key Features for Your Website

• Turbo-Specific Design: Turbocharged engines require higher air volumes. The VA 1286 is designed to handle high intake pressure without deforming or compromising the filtration barrier.
• Superior Dust-Holding Capacity: Using specialized synthetic fibers blended into the paper, this filter can hold more contaminants before becoming restrictive, extending service intervals.
• Airtight Polyurethane Seal: The flexible gasket ensures a 100% seal against the airbox housing, preventing "dirty air" from bypassing the filter—a common cause of Mass Airflow (MAF) sensor failure.
• Fire-Resistant Performance: The media is treated to be self-extinguishing (Class F1), providing safety against intake-related fire hazards.

Maintenance Tip

Because TSI engines are highly sensitive to air purity, we recommend replacing the VA 1286 every 15,000 to 20,000 km. If you frequently drive in heavy city traffic or construction zones, an annual replacement is advised to keep fuel consumption at its lowest.