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The K&N reusable air filter for 2014-2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA45 AMG and 2015 GLA45 AMG 2.0L Turbo L4 models is designed to increase airflow and reduce restriction over the stock automotive air filter

AMG, the performance racing division of Mercedes-Benz, got its hands on the Mercedes-Benz CLA-class sedan and GLA-class crossover and massaged an amazing 355 horsepower out of a 2.0-liter inline four cylinder engine. Mercedes-Benz claims the AMG handcrafted turbocharged direct injection engine is the most powerful 4-cylinder engine in production and boasts the highest horsepower per liter ratio in the automotive industry. The intercooled twin-scroll turbo engine is rated at 332 lb-ft of torque at a mere 2,250 RPM and a 0-60 MPH time of only 4.8 seconds.

Owners of 2014, 2015 and 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA45 AMG, and 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA45 AMG, models with a 2.0-liter turbo engine can now equip this amazingly powerful engine with a replacement air filter from the authority in washable air filters, K&N. This reusable air filter is designed to fit into the stock air filter box of 2014-2016 CLA45 AMG, and 2015 GLA45 AMG models without any need for modifications. K&N replacement air filters are made with specially woven cotton gauze. Because cotton, by nature, is more breathable than paper, a K&N replacement air filter can flow more air than a typical paper automotive air filter. More air and less restriction for such a highly tuned engine can result in a boost in performance and better acceleration.

It would be false to assume that an increase in airflow with a K&N air filter comes at the expense of filtration efficiency and engine protection. K&N engineers place filtration efficiency and dirt retention as a priority when developing a replacement air filter. K&N performs filtration efficiency testing following the internationally recognized ISO 5011 protocol with ISO coarse test dust to ensure that our air filters will provide high airflow without sacrificing engine protection.

Perhaps more exciting than an increase in performance from installing a K&N replacement air filter is the fact that they are also a washable and reusable air filter. The ability to wash and reuse a K&N air filter means that it will pay for itself over time. The K&N washable air filter E-0661 for 2014-2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA45 AMG and 2015 Mercedes Benz GLA45 AMG models with a 2.0-liter turbo engine can be washed and made like new using one of the K&N Recharger air filter service kits.

The replacement K&N reusable air filter for 2014-2016 CLA45 AMG, and 2015 GLA45 AMG models with a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine is manufactured in the United States and backed by the K&N Million Mile Limited Warranty. Replacement air filter E-0661 is designed to provide increased performance, reusability, and long air filter service intervals without any need for modifications or tuning for the following Mercedes-Benz AMG models:

2016 Mercedes Benz CLA45 AMG 2.0L
2016 Mercedes Benz A45 AMG 2.0L
2015 Mercedes Benz GLA45 AMG 2.0L
2015 Mercedes Benz CLA45 AMG 2.0L
2015 Mercedes Benz A45 AMG 2.0L
2014 Mercedes Benz CLA45 AMG 2.0L
2014 Mercedes Benz A45 AMG 2.0L

K&N performance air filter E-0661 is designed as a direct air filter cross reference for the following part numbers:

Mercedes Benz A1330940104

K&N air filters for the Mercedes Benz A45, Mercedes Benz GLA45 and Mercedes Benz CLA45 can be found on the Mercedes Benz A45 Air Filters, Mercedes Benz GLA45 Air Filters and Mercedes Benz CLA45 Air Filters page. K&N products for other vehicles can be found using the Vehicle Search Tool. To find a K&N dealer near you, use Search for K&N Dealer.

The K&N reusable air filter for 2012-2014 Mahindra XUV500 W4, W6, or W8 models with a 2.2L L4 diesel engine is built with four layers of special K&N tight weave cotton gauze

The Mahindra XUV500 is manufactured by the Indian automobile company Mahindra & Mahindra. The XUV500 is a mid-size SUV available in three different trim levels, as well as all wheel drive. The only engine available in the XUV500 is a 2.2-liter mHawk140 direct injection turbo diesel engine similar to the engine found in the Mahindra Scorpio. The Mahindra XUV500 has become increasingly popular in the Indian market, and can be exported to countries like South Africa, Australia, and Chile.

Filtration efficiency test results, following the ISO 5011 protocol with ISO coarse test dust, show that the 2012-2014 Mahindra XUV500 2.2L diesel air filter is 98.99% efficient overall

Owners of 2012, 2013, and 2014 Mahindra XUV500 W4, W6, or W8 models with a 2.2L diesel engine can now equip their mid-size SUV with a replacement diesel air filter from the authority in washable air filters, K&N. The 33-3023 reusable air filter is designed to fit into the stock air filter box of 2012-2014 Mahindra XUV500 2.2L turbo diesel models without any need for modifications. K&N replacement air filters are made with specially woven cotton gauze. Because cotton, by nature, is more breathable than paper, a K&N replacement air filter can flow more air than a typical paper air filter. More air can result in increased performance and better acceleration.

It would be false to assume that an increase in airflow with a K&N diesel air filter comes at the expense of filtration efficiency and engine protection. K&N engineers place filtration efficiency and dirt retention as a priority when developing a diesel air filter. This diesel air filter uses design elements that go above and beyond our standard automotive air filters. K&N knows that a Mahindra XUV500 diesel could be subjected to some of the most extreme conditions on the planet. This is why K&N used four layers of our special tight weave cotton gauze sandwiched between wire mesh to form extra deep 1-1/4” pleats. Four layers of 1-1/4” deep pleated tight weave cotton filter media allows diesel air filter 33-3023 to outflow the stock air filter, hold a lot of dirt for long service intervals, and offer 98.99% overall filtration efficiency.

K&N performs filtration efficiency testing following the internationally recognized ISO 5011 protocol with ISO coarse test dust to guarantee that our air filters will provide high airflow without sacrificing engine protection. Calling this test dust coarse is almost absurd, as 22% of the dust is rated at 10 microns or less. To provide perspective, a human blood cell is typically between 6 and 8 microns across. Detailed filtration test results for K&N air filter 33-3023 are available for viewing.

Perhaps more exciting than the increased performance that comes with a K&N replacement diesel air filter is the fact that they are also a washable and reusable air filter. The ability to wash and reuse a K&N air filter means that it will pay for itself over time. The K&N diesel air filter for 2012, 2013, and 2014 Mahindra XUV500 W4, W6, or W8 models with a 2.2L diesel engine can be washed and made like new using one of the K&N Recharger air filter service kits.

The K&N replacement diesel air filter for 2012, 2013, and 2014 Mahindra XUV500 W4, W6, or W8 models with a 2.2L turbo diesel engine is manufactured in the United States and backed by the K&N Million Mile Limited Warranty. Replacement air filter 33-3023 is designed to provide increased performance, reusability, and long air filter service intervals without any need for modifications or tuning for the following Mahindra XUV500 models:

2014 Mahindra XUV500 2.2L
2013 Mahindra XUV500 2.2L
2012 Mahindra XUV500 2.2L

K&N diesel air filter 33-3023 is designed as a direct air filter cross reference for the following part numbers:

Mahindra 0313AAM00521N

K&N products for other vehicles can be found using the Vehicle Search Tool. To find a K&N dealer near you, use Search for K&N Dealer on KNfilters.com.

Steve Williams, Chief Engineering Officer of K&N Engineering, Inc., has claimed another NHRA Divisional Championship for Division 7 in his 1963 Chevrolet Corvette bodied Super Gas roadster (Bob Johnson Division 7 Photo)

K&N Air Filters’ Chief Engineering Officer, Steve Williams, has over twenty-five years of drag racing experience and following the conclusion of the 2014 NHRA race season he is able to add another NHRA Division 7 championship to his resume. Williams has three previous championships to his credit, but he has been through a bit of a dry spell as the last championship was over ten years ago.

Steve Williams travels across the United States competing in NHRA divisional and national events racing his 1963 Corvette Super Gas roadster and a TNT Race Cars Super Comp dragster (AutoImagery.com Photo)

Steve Williams travels across the United States competing in NHRA divisional and national events. As if that wasn’t stressful enough, Williams runs a second race car, a TNT Race Cars built dragster, in the Super Comp class. Steve is quick to admit that he couldn’t be an accomplished drag racer, head of R&D for K&N, and a family man without tremendous support from a great group of people he surrounds himself with. “None of this would be possible without the support of my wife, my daughter Shelby, K&N’s Chief Executive Officer Steve Rogers, and my crew,” said Williams.

In no particular order Steve Williams imparted his three-part recipe for winning championships. Driving well and being consistent is an important ingredient in the recipe for success. Steve feels that his twenty-five years of experience are a contributing factor to his championship. “Challenging conditions like temperature changes, shifts in the wind, and changes in altitude favor experienced racers who can anticipate how their car will be affected and adjust for these changes,” said Williams.

“None of this would be possible without the support of my wife, my daughter Shelby, K&N’s Chief Executive Officer Steve Rogers, and my race crew,” said Steve Williams (Bob Johnson Division 7 Photo)

In a sport like drag racing where winning and losing comes down to thousandths of a second, it’s no secret that a little bit of luck, whether good or bad, goes a long way. In years past Steve has won races, but not been lucky enough to win the championship. In 2014 Steve Williams wasn’t lucky enough to claim a Super Gas win as he went out in the final round of elimination three times, but managed to earn enough points to claim the NHRA Division 7 Super Gas championship.

Steve Williams is thankful for John Reedy who builds his race engines, and Travis Hodges who helps Steve with prepping and transporting the equipment and both race cars (AutoImagery.com Photo)

Steve also believes that having capable, reliable equipment is the third ingredient for winning championships. Steve said “I probably have one of the best Super Gas cars in the country.” Steve explained that it isn’t just about making the most power, nor having the lightest car, it is the sum of all parts that makes for a great drag car. Steve says he couldn’t do it without the help from his crew. “John Reedy builds some of the best engines in the business, and I can’t thank Travis Hodges enough for his help with prepping and transporting the equipment,” said Williams.

Steve Williams is obviously excited about winning the 2014 NHRA Division 7 Super Gas championship, but he seemed most thrilled about earning his Gold Card. The Gold Card will cover all of Steve’s NHRA Division 7 Super Gas entry fees for the 2015 season. “It’ll be nice to save a few bucks at each race,” stated Williams. Although when any racer saves a few bucks, it’s like robbing Peter to pay Paul. Sure Steve might save some money on entry fees, but undoubtedly that money will go back into his race program some other way and not his wallet. Racing, except at the most elite levels, is a labor of love draining far more money from your bank account than it puts in.

The K&N 2014-2016 Subaru XV Crosstrek 2.0L Hybrid Crossover SUV washable air filter is built with K&N’s high-flow cotton gauze filter media for a lifetime of reusability and savings

The Subaru Impreza based XV Crosstrek is available with a 2.0-liter gasoline engine and electric motor hybrid powertrain. The Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid fills a very niche market as it is currently the only all-wheel-drive hybrid crossover SUV on the market. Similarly K&N has filled a niche with its new washable and reusable air filter for 2014-2016 Subaru XV Crosstrek 2.0L Hybrid Crossover SUV models. K&N has designed the 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek 2.0L Hybrid Crossover SUV performance air filter to fit in the stock air filter box without any need for modifications. Installation of a 2014, 2015 and 2016 Subaru XV Crosstrek 2.0L Hybrid Crossover SUV performance air filter is simple, and can usually be completed in less than five minutes.

Filtration efficiency test results, following the ISO 5011 protocol with ISO coarse test dust, shows that the K&N air filter for 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek 2.0L Hybrid models is 98.44% efficient overall

Because cotton, by nature, is more breathable than paper, a K&N replacement washable air filter can flow more air than a typical paper automotive air filter. More air can result in increased performance and better acceleration. It would be false to assume that an increase in airflow with a K&N reusable air filter comes at the expense of filtration efficiency and engine protection. K&N performs filtration efficiency testing following the internationally recognized ISO 5011 protocol with ISO coarse test dust to guarantee that our air filters will provide high airflow without sacrificing engine protection. K&N replacement air filter 33-5022 was tested and showed a 98.44% overall filtration efficiency rating. Detailed filtration test results for this air filter are available for viewing.

A K&N replacement air filter is made with specially woven cotton gauze. Typical auto air filters are made of a restrictive paper material, and must be thrown away when dirty. The cotton gauze in a K&N 2014-2016 Subaru XV Crosstrek 2.0L Hybrid Crossover SUV air filter allows it to be washed again and again saving money over time and reducing waste. The K&N washable air filter for 2014-2016 Subaru XV Crosstrek 2.0L Hybrid Crossover SUV models can be washed and made like new using one of the K&N Recharger air filter service kits.

The K&N performance air filter for 2014-2016 Subaru XV Crosstrek 2.0L Hybrid Crossover SUV models is backed by the K&N Million Mile Limited Warranty. 2014-2016 XV Crosstrek 2.0L Hybrid performance air filter 33-5022 is designed to provide increased performance, reusability, and long air filter service intervals without any need for modifications for the following Subaru models:

2016 Subaru XV Crosstrek 2.0L -w/Hybrid
2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek 2.0L -w/Hybrid
2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek 2.0L -w/Hybrid

K&N performance air filter 33-5022 is designed as a direct air filter cross reference for the following part numbers:

Subaru 16546AA140

NASCAR K&N Pro Series champions Ben Rhodes and Greg Pursley were among seven drivers honored during the Touring Series Night of Champions event in Charlotte, North Carolina

Pictured from left to right Anthony Kumpen, Andy Seuss, Abraham Calderon, LP Dumoulin, Doug Coby, Ben Rhodes and Greg Pursley on the stage of the NASCAR Touring Series Night of Champions

The NASCAR Touring Series Awards were held in the Crown Ballroom of the Charlotte Convention Center at the NASCAR Hall of Fame to honor seven different 2014 Champions. NASCAR president Mike Helton was in attendance to hand out the prestigious championship rings and awarded the series champion trophies. The seven champions combined for 14 wins, 67 top five finishes, and 86 top ten finishes in 95 races during the 2014 season.

The 2014 touring series title winners include Abraham Calderón of the NASCAR Mexico Toyota series. The NASCAR Whelen Euro Series champion was Anthony Kumpen, with the NASCAR Canadian Tire Series presented by Mobil 1 championship going to LP Dumoulin. The 2014 NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour champion is Doug Coby and the 2014 NASCAR Whelen Southern Modified Tour champion is Andy Seuss, The NASCAR K&N Pro Series West championship went to Greg Pursley, and Ben Rhodes claimed the NASCAR K&N Pro Series East championship title.

Greg Pursley won his second touring series title and is the culmination of a successful racing career that included 20 NASCAR K&N Pro Series West wins in 99 starts. Greg has finished off what is perhaps his final season in the NASCAR K&N Pro Series in style. “As of right now, I guess I’m retired,” said Pursley. Pursley grabbed the series points lead after just the second race of the season and never relinquished it. “I’m very happy to go out as the champion on top,” commented Pursley.

Greg Pursley won his second touring series title and as he claims to be retired, this is the culmination of a successful racing career that includes 20 NASCAR K&N Pro Series West wins

A K&N representative presented the NASCAR K&N Pro Series championship winners at the ceremony held in the Charlotte Convention Center’s Crown Ballroom at the NASCAR Hall of Fame

Ben Rhodes enjoyed an amazing 2014 NASCAR K&N Pro Series East race season by claiming five victories and clinching the series championship. Rhodes joins current NASCAR Sprint Cup Series drivers Joey Logano, Ryan Truex, and Kyle Larson in winning both the NASCAR K&N Pro Series East championship and Sunoco Rookie of the Year in the same season.

In addition to awarding the championship rings and awards, each series rookie of the year was honored. As mentioned before, Ben Rhodes claimed the Sunoco Rookie of the Year award for the NASCAR K&N Pro Series East while James Bickford claimed the rookie of the year award for the West series. NASCAR fans were able to vote for the Most Popular Driver award on the NASCAR.com website. Once again, Ben Rhodes was chosen for the NASCAR K&N Pro Series East and Brandon McReynolds was chosen by fans as the most popular driver for the West Series.

Ben Rhodes enjoyed an amazing 2014 NASCAR K&N Pro Series East race season by claiming five victories, clinching the series championship, and winning Sunoco Rookie of the Year

Ben Rhodes, seen here in his signature pose, has a fun loving personality which must have helped him win the Most Popular Driver award as decided by fans on the NASCAR.com website

In other exciting NASCAR K&N Pro Series news, a new body was revealed at the 2014 SEMA show in Las Vegas, Nevada. The new NASCAR K&N Pro Series body was built with aerodynamics, safety and ease of repair in mind. The new body replaces the existing steel bodied NASCAR K&N Pro Series cars with a design that saves 35 lbs. and is much easier to repair. The new bodies, whether it’s for a Chevy, Ford, or Toyota, were designed with safety in mind. The new bodies use a fire resistant material, tethers to keep the hoods in place, insets for windshield center braces, and other safety improvements.

The new NASCAR K&N Pro Series bodies will not be used until the first race of the 2015 season; however officials are confident about the performance and durability of the new design. Wind tunnel testing shows that the new NASCAR K&N Pro Series cars compared favorably to the NASCAR Sprint Cup series cars and sport a modern look nearly identical to the Sprint Cup body. The car revealed at the 2014 SEMA Show was painted to resemble Ben Rhodes’ 2014 Alpha Energy Solutions Chevrolet.

2014 NASCAR K&N Pro Series West champion Greg Pursley smiles as he shows off his new championship ring while posing in front of the championship trophy

2015 NASCAR K&N Pro Series car body at the 2014 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, was painted to resemble Ben Rhodes’ 2014 Alpha Energy Solutions Chevrolet

2014 NASCAR K&N Pro Series East champion and Most Popular Driver Ben Rhodes poses in front of the championship trophy showing his championship ring