Performance Air Filter for Q7 Cayenne Touareg (2002-2018)

High-Flow Air Filtration for Audi, Porsche, and VW VAG VR6 & TFSI Engines

Who It’s For: This performance upgrade is designed for owners of the VAG PL71 and PL72 chassis (Q7, Cayenne, Touareg) and the Range Rover L322. It is a critical upgrade for enthusiasts running the VAG VR6, 3.0 TFSI Supercharged, and V6/V8 TDI engine families who want better throttle response and reusable filtration.

The Problem: Factory paper filters are designed for a short service life and maximum sound suppression, often at the expense of airflow. For high-output engines like the VAG VR6 or the 3.0 TFSI, the stock 10-micron filtration can become a bottleneck as the filter loads with debris. Furthermore, the standard airbox design on these heavy-duty SUVs requires a filter that can maintain its structural integrity under high vacuum without the rubber seals failing or "leaking" unfiltered air.

The Solution: This high-performance filter utilizes a multi-layered cotton gauze soaked in low-viscosity oil, protected by an epoxy-coated alloy mesh. By improving filtration down to 7 microns while simultaneously increasing airflow, we allow the VAG VR6 and TFSI engines to breathe more efficiently. The "Full Moulding" construction eliminates welded joints, ensuring the filter frame never cracks or separates, even under the high heat cycles common in Porsche and Audi engine bays.

Why This is the Ultimate Upgrade

• Precision Airflow: Engineered to reduce pressure drop across the intake tract, allowing for faster turbo spool in TDI models and sharper bypass valve response in 3.0 TFSI supercharged applications.
• Indestructible Construction: Unlike cheap imports, this uses a single-mould design. No glued seams or welded joints means no air leaks and a perfect seal against the airbox housing.
• True Drop-In Fit: Designed to fit the factory airbox precisely. Note: Many V8 and V12 models utilize a dual-intake design and will require two filters for a complete service.

Technical Specifications

Compatibility & OEM Reference

Fits the Following Vehicles:

• Audi Q7 (4L) 3.0 TFSI (CJTC, CJWC, CJWE, CJWB, CNAA)
• Audi Q7 (4L) 3.0 V6 TDI (CJGC, CJMA, BUN, CASB, CATA, BUG, CASA, CCMA, CJGA, CJGD, CLZB, CRCA)
• Audi Q7 (4L) 3.6 FSI (BHK)
• Audi Q7 (4L) 4.2 V8 FSI (BAR) [2 Filters Required]
• Audi Q7 (4L) 4.2 V8 TDI (BTR, CCFA, CCFC) [2 Filters Required]
• Audi Q7 (4L) 6.0 V12 TDI (CCGA) [2 Filters Required]
• Audi TT / TTS / TTRS II (8J) 3.2 V6 Quattro (US Market)
• Land Rover Range Rover III (L322) 3.6 TD V8 (368DT)
• Land Rover Range Rover III (L322) 4.2 V8 Supercharged (AJ34)
• Land Rover Range Rover III (L322) 4.4 V8 (AJ34)
• Porsche Cayenne I (9PA) 3.0 V6 Diesel [2 Filters Required]
• Porsche Cayenne I (9PA) 3.2 VR6
• Porsche Cayenne I (9PA) 3.6 VR6
• Porsche Cayenne I (9PA) 4.5 V8 S / Turbo / Turbo S [2 Filters Required]
• Porsche Cayenne I (9PA) 4.8 V8 GTS / S / Transsyberia / Turbo [2 Filters Required]
• Porsche Cayenne II (92A) 3.0 V6 Diesel / S Hybrid / S E-Hybrid
• Porsche Cayenne II (92A) 3.6 V6 S [2 Filters Required]
• Porsche Cayenne II (92A) 3.6 VR6
• Porsche Cayenne II (92A) 4.1 V8 Diesel S [2 Filters Required]
• Porsche Cayenne II (92A) 4.8 V8 GTS / S / Turbo / Turbo S [2 Filters Required]
• VW Touareg I (7L) 2.5 TDI (BLK, BPD, BAC, BPE)
• VW Touareg I (7L) 3.0 TDI V6 (BUN, CASB, BKS, CATA, CARA, CASA, CASC)
• VW Touareg I (7L) 3.2 V6 (AZZ, BAA, BRS, BMV, BMX, BKJ, BRJ)
• VW Touareg I (7L) 3.6 V6 FSI (BHK)
• VW Touareg I (7L) 4.2 V8 / FSI (AXQ, BHX, BAR) [2 Filters Required]
• VW Touareg I (7L) 5.0 TDI V10 / R50 (CBWA, AYH, BLE) [2 Filters Required]
• VW Touareg I (7L) 6.0 W12 (BJN, BTT, CFRA) [2 Filters Required]
• VW Touareg II (7P) 3.0 TDI V6 (CASD, CJMA, CATA, CASA, CNRB, CVWA, CJGD, CRDA, CVVA)
• VW Touareg II (7P) 3.0 TSI / Hybrid (CJTA, CYJA, CGEA, CGFA)
• VW Touareg II (7P) 3.6 FSI V6 (CMTA, CGRA)
• VW Touareg II (7P) 4.2 FSI V8 / TDI V8 (CGNA, CKDA)

Engine Code Reference:

CJTC, CJWC, CJWE, CJWB, CNAA, CJGC, CJMA, BUN, CASB, CATA, BUG, CASA, CCMA, CJGA, CJGD, CLZB, CRCA, BHK, BAR, BTR, CCFA, CCFC, CCGA, 368DT, AJ34, BLK, BPD, BAC, BPE, BKS, CARA, CASC, AZZ, BAA, BRS, BMV, BMX, BKJ, BRJ, AXQ, BHX, CBWA, AYH, BLE, BJN, BTT, CFRA, CASD, CNRB, CVWA, CRDA, CVVA, CJTA, CYJA, CGEA, CGFA, CMTA, CGRA, CGNA, CKDA

The Performance Promise

Buy with confidence. We understand the requirements of high-performance German engineering. Whether you are towing with a Touareg TDI or tracking a Cayenne Turbo, our filters deliver the clean air your engine demands. Backed by real automotive experts and fast shipping.