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title: "2012-2016 Hyundai Elantra Cabin & Engine Air Filters"
description: "Cabin air filter and engine air filter part numbers for the 2012-2016 Hyundai Elantra, with aftermarket equivalents and replacement intervals. Cabin filter Hyundai 97133-2H000 (some sedan builds use 97133-3X000. Check VIN at parts counter). Behind the glovebox; drop the glovebox door, 5-minute DIY."
url: "https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/elantra/2012-2016/filters"
updated: "2026-08-21"
---

# 2012-2016 Hyundai Elantra Cabin Air Filter and Engine Air Filter

Cabin air filter and engine air filter part numbers for the 2012-2016 Hyundai Elantra, with aftermarket equivalents and replacement intervals. Cabin filter Hyundai 97133-2H000 (some sedan builds use 97133-3X000. Check VIN at parts counter). Behind the glovebox; drop the glovebox door, 5-minute DIY.

**Quick answer**: The 2012-2016 Hyundai Elantra cabin air filter is Hyundai 97133-2H000 (some sedan builds use 97133-3X000. Check VIN at parts counter) (behind the glovebox; drop the glovebox door, 5-minute diy).

## Cabin air filter (Check your manual)

| Spec | Value |
| --- | --- |
| OEM part | Hyundai 97133-2H000 (some sedan builds use 97133-3X000. Check VIN at parts counter) |
| Aftermarket | Fram CF10728, Carquest 93955 equivalent |
| Location | Behind the glovebox; drop the glovebox door, 5-minute DIY |
| Replace every | Every 15,000 mi (12 months) |

## Engine air filter, 1.8L 4-cylinder (Nu, G4NB) (High confidence)

| Spec | Value |
| --- | --- |
| OEM part | Hyundai 28113-3X000 |
| Aftermarket | Fram CA10171 equivalent, K&N 33-2963 |
| Location | Airbox on top of engine, driver side; spring clips only |
| Replace every | Every 15,000-30,000 mi |

## Engine air filter, 2.0L 4-cylinder GDI (Nu, G4NA) (Check your manual)

| Spec | Value |
| --- | --- |
| OEM part | Hyundai 28113-3X000 (shared with 1.8L) |
| Location | Airbox on top of engine, driver side; spring clips only |
| Replace every | Every 15,000-30,000 mi |

## Which Hyundai Elantra model years does this cover?

These air filters specifications apply to every Hyundai Elantra built from 2012 through 2016, the MD/UD (5th generation), compact sedan (also sold as coupe 2013-2014 and gt 5-door hatchback through 2016 on the related ud platform). Nothing in this specification changes between those model years.

- [2012 Elantra](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/elantra/2012)
- [2013 Elantra](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/elantra/2013)
- [2014 Elantra](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/elantra/2014)
- [2015 Elantra](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/elantra/2015)
- [2016 Elantra](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/elantra/2016)

## What changed during the 2012-2016 Hyundai Elantra

| Years | What changed |
| --- | --- |
| 2012 | MD generation launch (sedan only) |
| 2013 | Elantra Coupe and Elantra GT (UD platform hatchback) join the lineup with the 2.0L Nu GDI available; Elantra Sport sedan trim added |
| 2014 | Facelift: revised front/rear fascias, new wheel designs |
| 2015-2016 | Sedan carries over largely unchanged in its final two years before the AD redesign; GT hatchback continues into 2017 on the related UD platform after the sedan moves to AD |

## 2012-2016 Hyundai Elantra air filters: common questions

### What cabin air filter does a 2012-2016 Hyundai Elantra take?

Hyundai 97133-2H000 (some sedan builds use 97133-3X000. Check VIN at parts counter), or equivalents such as Fram CF10728, Carquest 93955 equivalent.

### Where is the cabin air filter on a 2012-2016 Hyundai Elantra?

Behind the glovebox; drop the glovebox door, 5-minute DIY.

### How often should the cabin air filter be replaced on a 2012-2016 Hyundai Elantra?

Every 15,000 mi (12 months). Sooner if you drive in heavy traffic, on dirt roads, or through wildfire smoke, a clogged filter shows up first as weak airflow and a foggy windshield that will not clear.

### What engine air filter does a 2012-2016 Hyundai Elantra take?

Hyundai 28113-3X000, or Fram CA10171 equivalent, K&N 33-2963, replaced every 15,000-30,000 mi.

## Sources

- [AMSOIL lookup, 2012 Elantra 1.8L oil spec/capacity](https://www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2012/hyundai/elantra/1-8l-4-cyl-engine-code-e-7/)
- [AMSOIL lookup, 2014 Elantra 2.0L GDI oil spec/capacity](https://www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2014/hyundai/elantra/2-0l-4-cyl-engine-code-h-1/)
- [PR Newswire, 2014 Hyundai Elantra Coupe 2.0L GDI 'Nu' engine specs (173 hp)](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/2014-hyundai-elantra-coupe-ups-fun-factor-232754401.html)
- [NHTSA recall 23V-651, ABS module internal leak / fire risk](https://api.nhtsa.gov/recalls/recallsByVehicle?make=hyundai&model=elantra&modelYear=2013)
- [NHTSA recall 15V-871, ESC unintended braking](https://api.nhtsa.gov/recalls/recallsByVehicle?make=hyundai&model=elantra&modelYear=2012)
- [NHTSA recall 13V-115, side curtain airbag bracket](https://api.nhtsa.gov/recalls/recallsByVehicle?make=hyundai&model=elantra&modelYear=2012)
- [Hyundai Nu Engine class-action settlement overview, BBB National Programs](https://bbbprograms.org/programs/dr/class-action/hyundai-nu)
- [Hyundai Motor America press release, 2022 Engine II litigation settlement](https://www.hyundainews.com/releases/3657)
- [fueleconomy.gov, 2013 Elantra EPA ratings (all trims)](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/bymodel/2013_Hyundai_Elantra.shtml)
- [Edmunds, 2013 Elantra specs (curb weight, fuel tank)](https://www.edmunds.com/hyundai/elantra/2013/features-specs/)
- [Hyundai/Kia OEM oil filter 26300-35505 fitment listing](https://hyundai.oempartsonline.com/oem-parts/hyundai-oil-filter-2630035505)
- [wheel-size.com, Elantra MD/UD OE tire and wheel fitments](https://www.wheel-size.com/size/hyundai/elantra/2013/)

## Other Hyundai Elantra generations

- [2021-2025 Hyundai Elantra air filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/elantra/2021-2025/filters)
- [2017-2020 Hyundai Elantra air filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/elantra/2017-2020/filters)

Or [compare all generations](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/elantra/filters).

## More for the 2012-2016 Hyundai Elantra

- [Oil & filter](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/elantra/2012-2016/oil)
- [Battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/elantra/2012-2016/battery)
- [Tires & wheels](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/elantra/2012-2016/tires)
- [Wiper blades](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/elantra/2012-2016/wipers)
- [Bulbs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/elantra/2012-2016/bulbs)
- [Brakes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/elantra/2012-2016/brakes)
- [Fluids](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/elantra/2012-2016/fluids)
- [Service schedule](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/elantra/2012-2016/service-schedule)
- [Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/elantra/2012-2016/common-problems)
- [Oil light reset](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/elantra/2012-2016/oil-reset)
- [Key fob battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/elantra/2012-2016/key-fob-battery)
- [Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/elantra/2012-2016/specs)

Specifications vary with engine option, production date, and market.