air and cabin filters for 2013 Prius - best prices? Toyota vs. other brands?

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting' started by eidling, Nov 20, 2014.

  1. eidling

    eidling Junior Member

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    Hi - I was curious about recommendations regarding the filters. I have done a search and know some of this has been covered, so I apologize, but if I could just get a quick recap of opinions regarding brands, places with good prices, etc., I would appreciate it. Taking a look at eBay for example, the price range for filters is huge. I don't want to compromise quality, but I also don't want to end up paying more than is necessary.

    thanks very much!
     
    #1 eidling, Nov 20, 2014
  2. milkman44

    milkman44 Active Member

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    I wonder about that too, I've tried two different filters and neither seemed to fit right. I can't tell if the pleats in the filter are supposed to run front to back or side to side, neither was a good fit.
     
    #2 milkman44, Nov 20, 2014
  3. Mendel Leisk

    Mendel Leisk Senior Member

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    With 48000 kms I've not had to change either the cabin or engine filter yet. The engine filter looks brand-new, the cabin filter is getting a bit grungy, I just reverse-blew it with compressed air a couple of times now. Considering how infrequently I'm going to be getting a new filter, and the trivial cost, I'm inclined to just go to the Toyota Parts counter, get theirs.
     
    #3 Mendel Leisk, Nov 20, 2014
  4. yeldogt

    yeldogt Active Member

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    I order a lot of stuff from AutohousAZ ... filters and drain plug for the Prius ... I have not need much for them. I also have used online toyota/ lexus dealer for when I want OE parts -- pads/ rotors .. wiper inserts. Irontoad -- dealership in PA .. they charge for shipping .. but it's minor.
     
    #4 yeldogt, Nov 20, 2014
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    I buy only Toyota filters. I think they are better and they don't cost that much.
     
    #5 Okinawa, Nov 21, 2014
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    Toyota Filters as well, cost is not that significant.
     
    #6 orenji, Nov 21, 2014
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