Oil filter Mahle or OEM Volkswagen

I had an e90 with the n52 engine. When i first got the car i installed a Mahle filter that fit. After a bit of driving the engine started making weird noises, similar to vacum leaks. And I did som research. Apperantly my experiance was common with "aftermarket" oil filters. Switched to Mann filter on my next oil change, specificaly the same variant as the right one in your picture. The problem disappeared instantly. Also the Mahle filter had kind of colapsed in on itself.

I have no problem with using a Bosch, MAN, Mahle as long as it’s a good brand.

I Use them for 10k oil changes for my wifes jetta ...good filter.....I buy 10 at a time......

MAHLE is the OE supplier for the Hyundai/KIA filter you're trying to get.

Mahle is the way. Allegedly the OEM maker and after using them for a year they look and feel exactly the same.

I have a 2013 Jetta that calls for 5W-40. I only use oil filters purchased directly from Volkswagen, and I only use Castrol oil. I've had positive results doing this

and don't use store bought oil filters unless they sell Mahle or Mann.

VW Touareg V6 roughly $600 at an independent euro mechanic for regular service

After an oil change, the car shot most of the oil out from the filter. I installed a brand new Mahle filter, tightening it snug. After a short drive, it again shot all the oil out of the filter, with the gasket forced to the outside.

I worked on a 2.5L 4 cylinder Passat not too long ago and the drain plug was a nightmare to get off, the oil filter needed a special socket- it was like a 32mm internal hex- I needed to borrow from a master tech