Wix WA10418 Air Filter - Main

WIX WA10418 Engine Air Filter

The WIX WA10418 is a premium panel engine air filter for Volkswagen applications that need dependable intake protection in everyday driving. It is built with enhanced cellulose media and a polyurethane seal to handle moisture exposure and temperature swings while maintaining consistent airflow.

Key Features

• Panel-style engine air filter for Volkswagen intake systems
• Enhanced cellulose media with phenolic resin treatment for added durability
• Contains 30% more media than OES filters
• High-tear strength polyurethane seal for hot and cold conditions
• Laboratory tested to ISO 5011 standards with at least 99.5% efficiency based on Wix 42389
• Direct replacement part number WA10418 for select Volkswagen GTI, Golf, Golf SportWagen, Golf Alltrack, Jetta, and Golf R applications

Detailed Description

WIX WA10418 is an engine air filter designed for normal and severe service conditions, including stop-and-go traffic, dirt roads, construction zones, short trips, and highway use. The cellulose media is treated for improved moisture resistance, and the panel construction supports stable filtration performance in the airbox. This part number WA10418 is listed for select Volkswagen GTI and Volkswagen Jetta applications, along with Golf, Golf SportWagen, Golf Alltrack, and Golf R fitments where the OE reference is 5QM129620.

This part cross-references NAPA Gold Filters 200418 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Restricted engine airflow from a loaded or dirty air filter
• Dust and debris entering the intake system
• Reduced filtration performance in stop-and-go or dusty driving
• Moisture-related filter deterioration
• Fitment replacement needs for Volkswagen OE part number 5QM129620

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the airbox shape and OE reference before installation. Compatible With 2022-2026 Volkswagen GTI, N/A; 2018 Volkswagen GTI, N/A; 2023-2026 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A; 2022-2023 Volkswagen Golf R, N/A; 2022 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A; 2019-2021 Volkswagen GTI, N/A; 2016-2017 Volkswagen GTI, N/A; 2019-2021 Volkswagen Jetta, Main; 2018 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen, N/A; 2016-2017 Volkswagen Golf, N/A; 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack, N/A; and 2015-2017 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen, N/A. Confirm the filter seats evenly in the housing and that the seal is fully aligned before closing the airbox.

Quality Assurance

WIX specifies ISO 5011 laboratory testing and publishes an efficiency rating of at least 99.5% based on Wix 42389. The WA10418 is built as a premium replacement air filter for select Volkswagen models and OE-style service intervals.