Performance Air Filter for Porsche Macan (2014-2018) with 2.0 I4/ 3.0 V6 GTS/3.0 V6 GTS/ 3.6 V6 Turbo Engines

High-Velocity Induction: BMC Performance Filter for Porsche Macan EA888 & EA837 Platforms

Who It’s For: Engineered for Porsche Macan owners running the 2.0L I4 (EA888), 3.0L V6 (EA837), and 3.6L V6 Turbo (M46) powerplants who want to eliminate the intake choking points inherent in factory paper filters.

The Symptom: The factory intake system on the Macan platform is built for quiet operation and long-interval serviceability, not peak volumetric efficiency. Standard paper filters utilize dense, tightly packed fibers that create significant air resistance as they clog, leading to a noticeable drop in boost response and a "heavy" feeling during mid-range acceleration. On the V6 models, this restriction is doubled, as the twin-intake setup struggles to pull sufficient oxygen density through the narrow pores of the OEM media, especially when the turbos are demanding max CFM.

The Engineering Fix: This BMC system replaces that restrictive paper with a multi-layered cotton gauze media soaked in low-viscosity oil. By using a "Full Moulding" process, the filter is constructed from a single mold with no welded joints, ensuring structural integrity even under high-boost conditions. The physics are simple: larger pores allow higher air velocity, while the oil-tackified cotton traps particles as small as 7 microns (compared to the 10-micron limit of OEM paper). This reduces the pressure drop across the filter, allowing your turbochargers to reach target boost with less effort and better thermal efficiency.

Why Mechanics Choose This Kit

• Optimized Laminar Flow: The epoxy-coated alloy mesh maintains the filter’s shape under high vacuum, preventing the pleat distortion that often occurs with cheap aftermarket filters.
• Superior Filtration: Captures impurities down to 7 microns without sacrificing air speed, protecting the delicate compressor wheels of your Macan’s turbochargers.
• Lifetime Durability: Unlike disposable OEM filters, the BMC element is fully regenerable. Using a standard wash kit, you can restore the filter to factory-fresh flow rates for the life of the vehicle.

Technical Specifications

Compatibility & OEM Reference

Fits the Following Vehicles:

• Porsche Macan 2.0 I4 (237 HP) 2014-2016
• Porsche Macan 2.0 I4 (245 HP) 2019+
• Porsche Macan 2.0 I4 (252 HP) 2017-2018
• Porsche Macan 3.0 V6 GTS (360 HP) 2015-2018 [Note: 2 Filters Required]
• Porsche Macan 3.0 V6 S (340 HP) 2014-2018 [Note: 2 Filters Required]
• Porsche Macan 3.0 V6 S Diesel (211 HP) 2014-2018
• Porsche Macan 3.0 V6 S Diesel (250 HP) 2014-2018
• Porsche Macan 3.0 V6 S Diesel (258 HP) 2014-2018
• Porsche Macan 3.6 V6 Turbo (440 HP) 2016-2018 [Note: 2 Filters Required]
• Porsche Macan 3.6 V6 Turbo (400 HP) 2014-2018 [Note: 2 Filters Required]

Interchange Part Numbers:

FB867/04, 86704, D1-261, D2-188, H-113

The Performance Promise

Buy with confidence. This is the same filtration technology used by top-tier Formula 1 and Le Mans teams. At our shop, we don’t believe in "universal" solutions; we believe in precision engineering. Backed by real automotive experts and fast shipping to get your Macan breathing correctly again.