Bosch 72218WS Engine Oil Filter

Bosch Workshop Oil Filter 72218WS Overview

The Bosch Workshop Oil Filter 72218WS is a cartridge-style engine oil filter built for select Audi, Bentley, and Volkswagen applications. It uses cellulose paper filter media and a nitrile gasket to help capture contaminants while maintaining dependable oil flow in demanding workshop service.

With fitment for vehicles such as the Audi A8 Quattro, Audi S4, Bentley Continental, and Volkswagen Phaeton, this Bosch oil filter is a direct service part for owners looking for a precise replacement during routine maintenance.

Key Features

• Cellulose paper filter media for efficient contaminant capture
• 30 micron rating for fine particle filtration
• Rated to hold 13 grams of dirt within the media
• Cartridge oil filter design for select European engines
• Nitrile gasket material for sealing performance
• 200 burst pressure rating
• Part number 72218WS for accurate ordering and service lookup

Detailed Product Information

Bosch Workshop Oil Filters are engineered to remove 97.5% of pollutants before they enter the engine, helping reduce abrasive wear in critical lubrication passages. The 72218WS uses cellulose paper media and a cartridge format with a 5.67-inch height, 2.874-inch outside diameter, and 1.38-inch bottom inside diameter. This Bosch Workshop Oil Filter line is focused on workshop-grade service parts for European vehicles that require a cartridge-style oil filter.

For fitment-based searches, this part is commonly selected for Audi A8 Quattro oil filter replacement, Audi S4 cartridge oil filter service, Bentley Continental engine oil filter replacement, and Volkswagen Phaeton workshop oil filter applications. The Bosch 72218WS is also referenced for Audi Allroad Quattro and Bentley Flying Spur service coverage in the listed model years.

What This Oil Filter Helps Address

• Excess engine wear caused by trapped dirt and debris in the oil
• Reduced filtration efficiency during routine oil service
• Contaminant buildup that can affect engine cleanliness
• Service replacement needs for cartridge-style European oil filter housings
• Oil filtration concerns in high-performance Audi, Bentley, and Volkswagen engines

Installation Notes

Verify the cartridge filter housing and engine application before installation. Confirm the part number 72218WS against the vehicle’s service information, and inspect the sealing surfaces and gasket condition during oil filter replacement. This filter does not include an anti-drain back valve or bypass relief valve.

Compatible With 2003-2005 Audi Allroad Quattro, 2004-2006 Volkswagen Phaeton, 2004-2009 Audi A8 Quattro, 2004-2009 Audi S4, 2005-2006 Audi A6 Quattro, 2003-2017 Bentley Continental, and 2014-2019 Bentley Flying Spur. Bosch 72218WS is also listed for 2012-2016 Audi A8 Quattro service applications.

Quality Assurance

Bosch Workshop Oil Filters are built for high-efficiency engine protection in workshop maintenance environments. The 72218WS is designed to provide strong contaminant retention and consistent filtration performance for the listed Audi, Bentley, and Volkswagen applications.