Automotive Air Filter Market Size Grows at a Steady CAGR of 5.4%

Introduction

Straits Research published report, “Automotive Air Filter Market Size & Outlook, 2026–2034”. According to the study, the market size valued at USD 5.9 billion in 2025 and is projected to expand to USD 9.30 billion by 2034, registering a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.4%.

Market Dynamics

The Automotive Air Filter Market is gaining momentum from the demand for improved vehicle performance, the rise in consumer awareness regarding in-cabin air quality, and the enforcement of stricter emission control regulations, which are in place globally. The market is being pulled by the production of more vehicles, the establishment of organized service networks, and the movement towards premium and connected vehicles in all the segments of passenger, commercial, and off-road vehicles.

The growth of global automotive market has mainly been facilitated by government policies promoting low-emission vehicles, enforcement of air quality regulations, and providing monetary support for vehicle maintenance in North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific. It is the installation of the high-efficiency filter systems, the combination of smart diagnostic instruments, and the creation of biodegradable filter materials that are opening up new avenues for manufacturers and aftermarket service providers in the industry.

Market Highlights

• Segmental Leadership: Engine Air Filters hold the largest share (48.21%), while Cabin Air Filters record the fastest CAGR (6.12%).
• Filter Type Outlook: Paper Filters segment leads with over 41.36% market share, widely adopted across passenger and commercial vehicles.
• Application Outlook: Passenger Vehicles segment is estimated to register the fastest CAGR (5.67%) during the forecast period.
• Regional Insights: North America dominates with 34.82% share, driven by stringent emission regulations, growing vehicle production, and increasing awareness of in-cabin air quality.

Competitive Players

1. Mann+Hummel
2. Donaldson Company, Inc.
3. Mahle GmbH
4. Ahlstrom-Munksjö
5. Cummins Filtration
6. Bosch
7. Hengst SE
8. FRAM Group
9. Denso Corporation
10. Sakura Filter Co., Ltd.
11. WIX Filters
12. UFI Filters
13. Filtron
14. K&N Engineering
15. Tenneco Inc.
16. Hitachi Automotive Systems
17. Sogefi Group
18. Jinan Qingqi Filters Co., Ltd.
19. Fleetguard
20. Parker Hannifin Corporation
21. Others

Recent Developments

• October 2025: Ahlstrom Munksjö unveiled “PurXcel™”, a molecular filtration media platform tailored for vehicle cabins and indoor environments, designed with optimized carbon loading and low pressure drop to meet premium vehicle filtration needs.

Segmentation

1. By Product Type (2022-2034)
   1. Cabin Air Filter
   2. Engine Air filter
   3. Other Air Filters
2. By Filter Type (2022-2034)
   1. Paper Filters
   2. Foam Filters
   3. Cotton Gauze Filters 
   4. Synthetic Filters
   5. Other Filters
3. By Application (2022-2034)
   1. Passenger Vehicles
   2. Commercial Vehicles
   3. Off-Road Vehicles
   4. Industrial Vehicles
4. By Region (2022-2034)
   1. North America
   2. Europe
   3. Asia Pacific
   4. Middle East & Africa
   5. Latin America