On my most recent car before my current car, I put in a K&amp;N air filter.

I believe I saw a minor improvement in horsepower, but it could also have been the placebo effect.

As to your questions:

You can save money with a K&amp;N as long as the following are true:


You clean/oil the filter at the recommended intervals
You don't live in an excessively dirty environment (ala all dusty/dirt road driving)
You use the K&amp;N for at least three times the normal usage of a standard air filter.


For reference, I did a quick look up at autozone &amp; the price comparison for the filter itself is $22 vs $67 (this is just in my area, but I believe the price will be proportionate anywhere in the US)

Less waste:

Yes this is true, I'm not sure how bad for the environment the oil for the filter is, but overall there is less 'stuff' created when using a K&amp;N

Better for the engine:

This is the most debatable, K&amp;N claims a much higher filtration efficiency &amp; increased airflow compared to standard paper air filters.  I believe that as long as you follow the instructions for whichever air filter you use, you will be fine.

More power:

As I alluded to earlier it's possible, but unless your car has a very inefficient air filter in it already, I doubt you will see much difference.

Should I get a reusable/washable air filter for my Kia Soul?
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