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The K&N 33-3044 air filter fits 2014-2016 VW Polo, Skoda Fabia and Rapid, and Seat Ibizza and Toledo

In 2014 the Volkswagen Polo went through a modest facelift that included a lot of new safety technology and the creation of more efficient engines. The model received an automatic post-collision braking system and buyers have the option to include adaptive cruise control with front assist and city emergency braking. In addition, a new infotainment system that included a screen that works like a smartphone was incorporated into the vehicle. The infotainment system controls the stereo, mobile phone and the optional satellite navigation system. Also included is a MirrorLink system that permits the integration of a smartphone into the car and also permits the screen to display all of the apps on the phone for easy touchscreen control.

The old 1.4-liter engine was replaced with two 1.0-liter and 1.2-liter gasoline engines with the 1.2-liter featuring turbochargers. The 1.2 offers 109-bhp and the new 1.0-liter is a three-cylinder gasoline engine that produces 59 –bhp. Buyers who wanted an automatic gearbox had to acquire a Polo with a 1.2-liter TSI engine. Those who bought the BlueGT Polo model that includes a 1.4-liter gasoline engine that offers 148-bhp that is mated to a six-speed manual or seven-speed DSG dual-clutch gearbox. In addition, a 1.4-liter turbocharged diesel was available.

The Polo with the three-cylinder gasoline engine and five-speed manual transmission offers 59bhp at 5,000-6,000 rpm and 70-lb-ft of torque at 3,000-4,300 rpm. Top speed is 100 mph and it could achieve 0-62 mph in 15 seconds. The 2015 Volkswagen Polo has an Inline-4 engine that offers 60-horsepower at 5,000 rpm. The 1.0-liter engine achieves 0 to 60 in 8 seconds and has a top speed of 136-mph. The 2015 Polo exterior was mildly refreshed without any dramatic changes. The length is 156.37-inches (3,972mm); wheelbase is 97.24-inches (2,470mm); width is 66.22-inches (1,682mm) and the height is 57.20-inches (1,453mm).

Two three-cylinder gasoline engines and one three-cylinder TSI engine power the vehicle. One of the gasoline engines is a 1.0-liter engine with multi-point injection that delivers 60-horsepower and 95 Nm of torque at 3,000-4,300 rpm; the other three-cylinder gasoline engine is a 1.0-liter multi-point injection engine that generates 75-horsepower and 95 Nm at 3,000-4,300 rpm. The TSI is a 1.0-liter direct injection and turbocharger engine that produces 94-horsepower and 160 Nm at 1,400-4,000 rpm.

The 2016 Volkswagen Polo includes a standard 6.5-inch touchscreen, a reverse-view camera and an App-connect USB interface for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functions. The Driving Comfort Package includes adaptive cruise control, front assist brakes with city emergency braking, climate control, auto headlights and wipers, auto-dimming rear-view mirror, driver fatigue detection system, and a low tire pressure indicator. A Sport Pack trim adds 17-inch alloy wheels, lowered sports suspension, tinted side and rear windows, front fog lights with cornering function and a tire pressure monitor. There is also a stop-start system and hill start assist.

The 2015 Skoda Rapid keeps all of the updates that first appeared on the 2014 model including the brown and beige interior. The plastic feels more premium than many other cars in this category. The stock Rapid does not include a touchscreen infotainment system nor a navigation system. However, it does include a cruise control for the first time. A 1.5-liter common rail turbo-diesel engine powers the vehicle that delivers 105 PS of power at 4,400 rpm and 250 Nm of torque between 1,500 to 2,500 rpm. The diesel engine comes with two gearbox options –- a 5-speed manual and a 7-speed dual clutch automatic. The 2016 Skoda Rapid includes an interior with fabric covered seats and dashboard. It does not have a touchscreen. However, the Black Edition includes cruise control.

The 2015 Skoda Fabia is 65 kilograms lighter than the previous year’s model and is powered by a three-cylinder engine that weighs 980kg. The car is also 8mm shorter, 90mm wider and 31mm lower than it predecessor. Five engines were available worldwide to power the car. However, only two engines were available in Australia, both of them being a 1.2-liter turbocharged gasoline engine shared with the VW Polo. There have been some refreshing done on the exterior of the car including buffed-up shoulder line and contoured hood and different colored wheels, mirrors and roof was available. The cabin has also been upgraded over the previous model with the plastics feeling more premium than the 2014 model.

The 2016 Skoda Fabia went through a major refreshing. The wheelbase has been increased by 5mm, yet the car is 8mm shorter overall than the 2015 model. The SE-L trim gets LED daytime running lights, fog lights, and 16-inch alloy wheels. The SE trim gets 15-inch alloys and the S Trim rides on steel. The third generation Fabia also includes a bulge in the hood. A 1.2-liter turbocharged engine powers the car and delivers 89 bhp. There is also a new 1.4-liter TDI diesel engine that offers 89 and 104 BHP, which has a better CO2 emission rating. Three transmissions are available – 7-speed dual-clutch automatic, 5 and 6-speed manuals.

The front-drive chassis is equipped with front MacPherson struts and a rear torsion bar and the whole suspension is guided by electric steering instead of a hydraulic that was on the previous model. The 2015 Seat Toledo went through a major refreshing receiving LED headlights and the taillights were redesigned to make them more similar to the Seat Ibiza. There is also a new multifunctional steering wheel and brushed aluminum trim pieces, one on the dash and the other on the radio surround. The 5-door car is 4.48-meters long and has a wheelbase of 2,602mm. Two engines are available to power the car – a 1.2-liter TSI that generates 85 and 105 horsepower, a 1.4-liter TSI that delivers 122-horsepower and a 1.6-liter TDI diesel that delivers 90 or 105-horsepower.

The 2015 Seat Ibiza was refreshed. The car benefited from its manufacturer’s association with the Volkswagen Group. The dull plastics in the cabin of the car have been replaced with softer materials as well as a functional digital display. Changes in the SE trim are a great example of the upgrade. This particular trim received an air conditioner and new infotainment system that is compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Mirror Link. A 1.0-liter three-cylinder turbo engine that generates 94 bhp powers the car and its mated to a 5-speed manual transmission. 0 to 62-mph is achieved in 10.4-seconds and top speed is 119- mph.

The 2016 Seat Ibiza is the manufacturer’s biggest-selling model. All models in this incarnation of the Ibiza include alloy wheels. There is a USB input and a small jack plug above the slot for an MP3 player. The car uses the same engines that power the Volkswagen Polo. There are two versions of a three-cylinder 1.2-liter, one 1.2-liter TSI, a 1.4-liter and a 1.4-liter TSI. The E trim is the entry-level model and includes the 1.2-liter engine. The S has an air conditioner. There are also the SE, Sport, FR and Cupra and special edition Bocanegra in order of performance.

The K&N 33-3044 air filter is designed to replace the factory air filter found in the 2014-2016 Seat Ibiza V and Toledo IV, the Skoda Fabia and Rapid, and the Volkswagen Polo.

The filter is washable and reusable and lasts up to 50,000 miles between cleanings, depending on driving conditions. K&N also offers an air filter cleaning kit that cleanses and recharges the filter so that it can be reused. So this filter may be the last you will have to buy for as long as you own your car.

The filter media features multilayered cotton gauze treated with a special grade of filter oil. The oil makes the strands of the cotton very sticky. The air filter is shaped as a panel so that it can easily fit into the factory air box. To replace the dirty factory filter all you need to do is take it out of the air box and drop in the K&N 33-3044 air filter.

K&N is so sure of the quality of its air filters it backs them with a 10-year/Million Mile Limited Warranty®. The warranty promises that the air filter will perform for up to 10 years or 1,000,000 miles without requiring replacement.

The K&N 33-3044 replacement air filter is designed for the following vehicles:

2017 VOLKSWAGEN POLO 1.4L L4 Diesel Engine - All Models
2017 SKODA RAPID 1.4L L3 Diesel Engine - All Models
2017 SKODA FABIA 1.4L L4 Diesel Engine - All Models
2017 SEAT TOLEDO IV 1.4L L4 Diesel Engine - All Models
2017 SEAT IBIZA V 1.4L L4 Diesel Engine - All Models
2017 AUDI A1 1.4L L3 Diesel Engine - All Models
2016 VOLKSWAGEN POLO 1.4L L4 Diesel Engine - All Models
2016 SKODA RAPID 1.4L L3 Diesel Engine - All Models
2016 SKODA FABIA 1.4L L4 Diesel Engine - All Models
2016 SEAT TOLEDO IV 1.4L L4 Diesel Engine - All Models
2016 SEAT IBIZA V 1.4L L4 Diesel Engine - All Models
2016 AUDI A1 1.4L L3 Diesel Engine - All Models
2015 VOLKSWAGEN POLO 1.4L L4 Diesel Engine - All Models
2015 SKODA RAPID 1.4L L3 Diesel Engine - All Models
2015 SKODA FABIA 1.4L L4 Diesel Engine - All Models
2015 SEAT TOLEDO IV 1.4L L4 Diesel Engine - All Models
2015 SEAT IBIZA V 1.4L L4 Diesel Engine - All Models
2015 AUDI A1 1.4L L3 Diesel Engine - All Models
2014 VOLKSWAGEN POLO 1.4L L4 Diesel Engine - All Models
2014 AUDI A1 1.4L L3 Diesel Engine - All Models

Bootlegger made its public debut at the 2016 SEMA show in Las Vegas

Daystar had the perfect vehicle to bring on the trip, it just needed some freshening up. Then the thought of wheeling through the Smoky Mountains sparked an idea for an off-road moonshine runner. Things suddenly got much more involved. With the help of products from Summit Racing and a slew of off-road and performance companies, including K&N, the Daystar team decided the project's new scope was within their grasp.

Starting with a complete but well-worn truck, the all-employee crew worked from the ground up to add off-road capability without losing any of the Power Wagon’s inherent style. That meant keeping the great lines whenever possible, upgrading the bits that were questionable, and flat-out replacing what was obsolete. Look closely and you’ll notice that the factory frame remains, although it has been boxed for strength. The beefed-up frame was disguised a bit when the new paint was given rust-colored accents at each weld to return a bit of its previous weathering. New Skyjacker leaf springs with Daystar bushings locate a Dana 60 front and GM 14-bolt rear axle that have both been filled with ARB lockers. They team up with a set of 42-inch Interco tires for go-anywhere traction. Wide-open fenders give the Wagon great approach and departure angles as well. Odds are it’s not getting stuck on the trail anytime soon, but in case a fellow off-roader needs a hand, a bumper-mounted Warn winch is ready for duty.

Of course any bootlegger worth their mash would have some excess copper sheet left over from building their still, so Daystar chose to incorporate several copper accents into their Power Wagon build. Copper can work harden, so it takes practice to form it without cracking. Luckily Daystar has plenty of experienced craftsmen on hand and finding some in-house talent was easy. The warm shine of the copper contrasts nicely with the olive drab paint and can be found in several details both outside the vehicle and inside the cab, most noticeably in the bed. The original bed, while intact, wasn’t much to look at. In its place went new copper bedsides and rails to match the small still in the bed along with a fresh floor from Bed Wood.

A copper bed and hood sides were fabricated to give Bootlegger the shine of a moonshine still

There was no question that a rebuilt flathead six, as originally found in the WWII-era Dodge trucks, wouldn’t cut it on the trail, let alone the street. The weight of stout bumpers and recovery gear, along with tall tires, would have bogged it down. Considering that bootleggers were known for their hopped-up cars built to evade revenuers, something special was needed. They found what they were looking for, as propping open either of the louvered copper hood sides reveals a 416ci Edelbrock LS crate engine. Based on an LS3 block, the Edelbrock crate engine uses a 4-inch Manley crank to get more cubes and an E-Force supercharger to really turn up the torque. Output is an impressive 720hp and 695 lb-ft. and it’s all fed by a custom copper pipe air intake that uses a K&N filter element. A Hughes Performance 4L80E four-speed automatic transmission is bolted onto the stroker and sends power to a Magna transfer case and on to the axles.

While the utility of the Power Wagon remains, there were a few allowances made for creature comforts and style inside the cab. For example, there are copper accents riveted to the aluminum bomber-style bench seat and the cabin was thoroughly plastered with Dynamat for quieter cruising. Dakota digital gauges replace the utilitarian military gauges to keep tabs on the 700hp monster lurking just in front of the firewall.

Daystar’s 50-day build certainly paid off, as the Bootlegger survived not only its maiden voyage through the Tennessee mountains, over rocks, and across streams and mud, but also a frigid romp on an Alaskan glacier before its official unveiling at SEMA. People noticed too. Daystar’s booth was constantly thick with admirers, a tough feat to accomplish when every booth is vying for attention with exotic cars and flashy displays. Aside from the attention, Bootlegger also earned the Transamerican Auto Parts “Life is Better Off-Road” award for combining outstanding capability with style and build quality.

K&N has designed a range of high-performance filtration products that will help improve your Ford F-150's engine. From our synthetic-media air filters to our air intake kits, K&N can help you get more horsepower from your engine without special tools. Here are three options for upgrading your Ford F-150:

1. Install a K&N Air Intake System

Installing a K&N air intake system is the most effective upgrade to add to your Ford F-150. K&N air intakes replace the factory air box, and increase the amount of cold air that your engine has access to. This helps improve throttle response, with an air filter that features washable media.

K&N has designed air intakes for the many varieties of Ford F-150 and you can find the perfect fit for yours by visiting K&N’s Ford F-150 air intakes page. A K&N air induction system:

• Replaces entire air box
• Reduces air flow restriction so that your engine can take in more air
• Air induction system includes a washable and reusable lifetime air filter
• Can be installed with commonly available tools, usually in 90 minutes or less
• Is designed to last up to 100,000 miles before service is required.

2. Replace Your Paper Air Filter with a K&N Performance Air Filter

Air filters keep dirt, harmful debris and other contaminants out of your engine. While most vehicles come with disposable paper air filters, K&N air filters are made with an oiled cotton material that is much less restrictive than a paper air filter. Visit the K&N Ford F-150 air filters page to find a K&N air filter made specifically for your Ford F-150. The benefits of a K&N air filter include:

• Designed to Increase horsepower, torque, and acceleration
• Better for the environment- reusable air filters means less disposable air filters filling up landfills
• Washable and reusable- simply wash it and put it back into the air box

3. Upgrade Your Oil Filter to a K&N Oil Filter

Higher oil flow rates help your engine perform better and last longer. K&N offers Performance Silver and Performance Gold oil filters, both of which feature:

• High Flow Rates
• Anti-drainback valve (where applicable) keeps oil in the engine to help prevent dry starts
• Exceptional filtration: block 99% of foreign material
• Strength and Durability to prevent damage from rocks and debris
• Rolled threads help prevent stripping and give a smoother installation

K&N Performance Gold^® oil filters feature a 1" nut welded to the top of the canister, making them easy to remove when the time comes- simply wrench off with a standard tool. To find a K&N oil filter for your Ford F-150, visit K&N's Ford F-150 oil filters page.

K&N Cabin Air Filters are Also Available for Your Ford F150 Truck

K&N has designed a line of cabin air filters that will keep dust and debris from reaching the inside of your vehicle. Cabin air filters can help improve the interior air quality of your Ford F-150. Some benefits of a K& cabin air filter include:

• Easy to Clean & Reuse
• Cleans and Freshens Incoming Air
• Helps Control Odors
• 10 Year / 100,000 Mile Limited Warranty

To find a cabin air filter for your F-150, visit K&N's Ford F-150 cabin air filters page.

Find K&N Products For Your Vehicle

Find K&N products for the Ford F-150, as well as other vehicles, use the K&N application search below then use the K&N dealer search to find a K&N dealer in your part of the world.

The K&N VF1013 cabin air filter fits certain models of Subaru BRZ, Scion FR-S, and Honda Fit

K&N is offering the VF1013 cabin air filter for 2013 through 2017 Subaru BRZ and Scion FR-S cars as well as 2007 through 2008 Honda Fits.

The Subaru BRZ and Scion FR-S are part of the Toyota 86 Series that was developed in a joint venture between Toyota and Subaru, but is solely manufactured by Subaru. Introduced in January 2012, the rear wheel drive, front engine 2-door sports coupe includes a 2.0-liter 4U-GSE/FA20 H4 naturally aspirated four-cylinder boxer engine that features Toyota’s D-4S injection system that uses direct and port fuel injection. Power output has been rated at 200-horsepower (149 kW; 203 PS) at 7,000 rpm and 151 lb-ft (205 N-m) of torque at 6,000 rpm. Two 6-speed transmissions are available –- an in-house developed Toyota TL70 manual gearbox and an Aisin-Warner A960E, which is a modified version of the transmission used on the Lexus IS 250. The automatic transmission includes software that has been engineered to make it imitate the response of a dual-clutch gearbox. This transmission has three different modes –- Sport, Snow, and Normal. A torque sensing limited slip differential is standard.

Introduced in 2001, the Honda Fit is a five-door, front engine, front-wheel drive subcompact car that is sold Japan, Europe, China, the United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, South Africa, Chile, Australia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand and the Philippines (as the Honda Jazz).

K&N offers the VF1013 cabin air filter for the 2013 through 2017 Subaru BRZ and Scion FR-S and the 2007 through 2008 Honda Fit. The cabin air filter is electrostatically charged to catch and hold most mold, mildew, pollen, spores, fungus and germs. It is washable and reusable and covered by a K&N 10 Year/100,000 Mile Limited Warranty.

K&N also offers the 99-6000 cabin filter cleaning kit that is specially formulated to clean and refresh all K&N cabin air filters. The cleaner removes dirt and road grime as well as the trapped mold, mildew, fungus, allergens, bacteria and other unhealthy debris and increases the electrostatic properties of the filter so that it can be reused.

The filter features a fan-folded, single layer of thermally bonded nonwoven synthetic material with wire screening held in a molded urethane frame. As air flows through the K&N cabin air filter, dirt and allergen particles are caught in the synthetic fibers and held by the electrostatic charge. The design assures increased airflow, even as the filter gets dirty.

K&N cabin air filters outperform factory cabin filters because the factory filter uses folded paper or some combination of paper and fibers. Often rectangular or nearly square in shape, the factory filter serves only as a physical barrier to capture the unhealthy contaminants and only reduces the number of particles that gets into the car’s ventilation and air conditioning system. The contaminants that the factory filter does catch and hold accumulates on the surface and ultimately cakes up, forming a layer of filth that restricts the flow of air coming into the cabin. These filters are not designed to be washed and must be discarded after they capture such an overabundance of contaminants, they can no longer perform as a filter. Factory cabin air filters generally need to be replaced at least once a year. However, since the K&N cabin air filters can be cleaned and recharged, they can be reused so they will last for as long as you own your car.

The K&N VF1013 cabin air filter has been designed and engineered to fit into the following vehicles:

2017 SUBARU BRZ 2.0L H4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2016 SUBARU BRZ 2.0L H4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2016 SCION FR-S 2.0L H4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2015 SUBARU BRZ 2.0L H4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2015 SCION FR-S 2.0L H4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2014 SUBARU BRZ 2.0L H4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2014 SCION FR-S 2.0L H4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2013 SUBARU BRZ 2.0L H4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2013 SCION FR-S 2.0L H4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2008 HONDA FIT 1.5L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2007 HONDA FIT 1.5L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models

The K&N 99-6000 cabin filter cleaning kit is formulated to clean and recharge K&N cabin air filters

The hand-built Phoenix is a powerful tribute bike

“This bike was built as a tribute to a New York City fire fighter who we lost on 9/11,” says Steve Iacona. “This Sportster has a long history between the new owner and the NYC FDNY. With this build, his memory will live on.” Clearly, it’s fitting that this beautiful tribute bike was built in Iacona’s Brooklyn-based shop.

Phoenix rode away with the top spot in the Modified Harley Class in J&P Cycles Ultimate Builder Bike Show in New York. K&N is a sponsor of the Mod Harley Class, as well as two other classes at each stop of the Progressive International Motorcycle Show.

The narrow tail section accentuates the beefy rear tire

The moto-artists at Iacona Customs are known for building unique, one-off, and award winning bikes with basic hand tools. The Phoenix build is no exception. “The entire bike was hand built, so each part was either modified or handmade,” says Iacona.

“Some of the main features are the front mounted oil tank with stainless lines instead of rubber hoses, custom made gas tank, front fairing assembly, and our original Iacona Custom Cycles tail section with integrated shock.” That ultra-narrow and highly stylized tail section is like none other in the custom bike world, and the front fairing with its offset headlight is a masterpiece.

The offset headlight is becoming a style trademark of Iacona Customs

Steve Iacona is no stranger to the winner’s podium of national motorcycle shows. “I started building cars out of my garage, and eventually transitioned into motorcycles,” says Iacona. “After building a few bikes, word of mouth spread. Today we have two 1st place United States Championship titles and one 2nd place World Championship title. Hopefully soon we will have our 3rd U.S. title!”

The hand-crafted bodywork and paint job on the build is top-notch

“Our next endeavor will be producing our own product line. The first product will be our custom ignition switch, which you can see on our latest builds,” Iacona continues. “We also wouldn’t mind building bikes for some famous celebrities.”

K&N congratulates Iacona Customs on a spectacular and important build. Visit the Iacona Custom Cycles website for more information on their custom projects.