--- product_id: 55959248 title: "R2597 Activated Carbon Cabin Filter, Replacement Filter - Against Unpleasant Smells, Pollen and Dust for Cleaner Air Inside the Vehicle" brand: "bosch" price: "₨15722" currency: LKR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Bosch" url: https://www.desertcart.lk/products/55959248-r2597-activated-carbon-cabin-filter-replacement-filter-against-unpleasant-smells store_origin: LK region: Sri Lanka --- # 99% pollen & dust capture Reduces windscreen fogging Activated carbon neutralizes odors & gases R2597 Activated Carbon Cabin Filter, Replacement Filter - Against Unpleasant Smells, Pollen and Dust for Cleaner Air Inside the Vehicle **Brand:** bosch **Price:** ₨15722 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌬️ Elevate your drive with air so fresh, you’ll wonder how you ever drove without it! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** R2597 Activated Carbon Cabin Filter, Replacement Filter - Against Unpleasant Smells, Pollen and Dust for Cleaner Air Inside the Vehicle by bosch - **How much does it cost?** ₨15722 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.lk](https://www.desertcart.lk/products/55959248-r2597-activated-carbon-cabin-filter-replacement-filter-against-unpleasant-smells) ## Best For - bosch enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted bosch brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Odor-Free Commutes:** Neutralizes exhaust fumes and unpleasant smells, keeping your car interior inviting. - • **Protect Your Investment:** Shields your air conditioning system from dust and dirt, extending its lifespan. - • **Perfect Fit, Easy Upgrade:** Compatible with your vehicle via VIN lookup; professional installation ensures peak performance. - • **Clear Vision, Safer Drives:** Minimizes windscreen misting so you can start your day without delay. - • **Breathe Pure, Drive Confident:** Advanced activated carbon traps pollen, dust, and harmful gases for fresher cabin air. ## Overview The Bosch R2597 Activated Carbon Cabin Filter is a premium replacement filter designed to significantly improve in-car air quality by capturing pollen, fine dust, and neutralizing harmful gases and odors. It also reduces windscreen fogging and protects the air conditioning system from dust buildup, ensuring a cleaner, healthier, and more comfortable driving environment. Compatible with a wide range of vehicles via VIN search, this German-engineered filter is recommended for annual replacement to maintain optimal performance. ## Description From the manufacturer Bosch Activated Carbon Cabin Filter for noticeably cleaner and more pleasant air quality inside the vehicle For more than 130 years, Bosch has pursued the goal of offering intelligent and reliable solutions to make life a little bit easier every day. Breathe fresher air thanks to the Bosch activated charcoal cabin air filter. It reliably protects against pollen and fine particles that typically enter the vehicle via the air conditioner, ensuring outstanding filter performance by trapping harmful gases such as ozone and exhaust fumes, as well as foul-smelling gases. The Bosch Activated Carbon Cabin Filter also protects the air conditioning system from dust and dirt and reduces fogging on windscreens. Protects the air con Reduces deposits in the air conditioning system, extending its life. Breathe fresher air Reliably protects against allergens and dust. See better Helps reduce windscreen fogging so you can set off faster. Against bad smells Neutralises harmful gases and unpleasant odours. Review: Bosch R2597 Activated Carbon Cabin Filter - The Bosch R2597 Activated Carbon Cabin Filter is a significant upgrade over the standard "paper-only" filters that usually come with a car. Because it uses activated carbon, it doesn't just block physical debris like leaves and dead flies; it actually neutralises unpleasant smells—like the exhaust fumes of the bus in front of you or the "wet dog" scent that can linger in old air-con systems. It fits perfectly into the housing (assuming you’ve checked your model), and the immediate improvement in air quality is noticeable. If you suffer from hay fever, this filter acts as a high-security checkpoint, trapping pollen and fine dust before it reaches your lungs. While it’s providing fresh, crisp air right now, the real "truth" about activated carbon is its saturation point. Only time will tell how long that carbon layer remains active. Eventually, it will "fill up" with pollutants and become just another regular filter, meaning those city smells will start creeping back into the cabin. Bosch recommends replacing these every year or 15,000km for a reason. For now, it’s a premium, lung-saving necessity that keeps your car's interior smelling like a clean room rather than a motorway tunnel. Review: Great quality - Just what my car needed. Good price. Quick delivery. ## Features - Breathe fresher air: The Bosch Activated Carbon Cabin Filter captures pollen and fine dust, ensuring cleaner and more pleasant air quality in the vehicle - Against bad smells: Retains harmful gases such as ozone and exhaust fumes whilst neutralizing foul-smelling gases - Helps demist your windscreen: The cabin filter reduces windscreen misting, so you can set off faster when starting your car in the morning - Protects the air conditioner: The filter protects your car's air conditioning system from dust and dirt, helping it to stay cleaner - Compatibility: Input your vehicle identification number into the parts' search function to find the right cabin air filter for your vehicle - Installation manual included: Refer to the PDF instruction manual for guidance - All work should be carried out by trained professionals - Scope of delivery: 1 Bosch R2597 Activated Carbon Cabin Filter - Packaging dimensions: Height 34 mm, Length 210.8 mm, Width 271.8 mm ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00C7P40IY | | Best Sellers Rank | 2,112 in Automotive ( See Top 100 in Automotive ) 2 in Car Air Cabin Air Filters | | Brand | Bosch | | Brand Name | Bosch | | Compatible Air Conditioners | Inventor Chilly 9000BTU | | Compatible Devices | Air Conditioner | | Compatible devices | Air Conditioner | | Country Of Origin | Germany | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 2,096 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 04047024810099 | | Included Components | BOSCH Cabin Filter 1 987 432 597 Activated Carbon Filter Height: 34 | | Item Dimensions L x W x Thickness | 38L x 10W x 47Th millimetres | | Item Type Name | Bosch 1987432597 Filter | | Item Weight | 0.26 Kilograms | | Item weight | 0.26 Kilograms | | Manufacturer | Bosch | | Manufacturer Part Number | 1987432597 | | Material | Filter material and activated carbon | | Material Type | Filter material and activated carbon | | Model Number | 1987432597 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Product Grade | Performance Part | | Product Warranty | Warranty: guarantee is 12 months from purchase date, proof of which will be required for any claim. | | Product dimensions | 38L x 10W x 47Th millimetres | | Unit Count | 1.0 count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Bosch - **Compatible Air Conditioners:** Inventor Chilly 9000BTU - **Compatible devices:** Air Conditioner - **Global Trade Identification Number:** 04047024810099 - **Item weight:** 0.26 Kilograms - **Manufacturer:** Bosch - **Material:** Filter material and activated carbon - **Number of items:** 1 - **Product dimensions:** 38L x 10W x 47Th millimetres - **Product grade:** Performance Part ## Images ![R2597 Activated Carbon Cabin Filter, Replacement Filter - Against Unpleasant Smells, Pollen and Dust for Cleaner Air Inside the Vehicle - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81YQafPoWJL.jpg) ![R2597 Activated Carbon Cabin Filter, Replacement Filter - Against Unpleasant Smells, Pollen and Dust for Cleaner Air Inside the Vehicle - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71Tu5XZKBVL.jpg) ![R2597 Activated Carbon Cabin Filter, Replacement Filter - Against Unpleasant Smells, Pollen and Dust for Cleaner Air Inside the Vehicle - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61NkQx+PaWL.jpg) ![R2597 Activated Carbon Cabin Filter, Replacement Filter - Against Unpleasant Smells, Pollen and Dust for Cleaner Air Inside the Vehicle - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71Q8PSmHEpL.jpg) ![R2597 Activated Carbon Cabin Filter, Replacement Filter - Against Unpleasant Smells, Pollen and Dust for Cleaner Air Inside the Vehicle - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61uaS35MEyL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Will this fit a 2011 audi s3?** A: Hi, we do have this one listed for that vehicle, so should fit fine. **Q: Will this fit a 2014 vw passat 2.0l bluemotion tdi** A: You would be best looking up a Volkswagen parts dealer site and putting in your registration number. You can then order the correct part number on Amazon. I have used the filters in both a Passat ( Round Rear lights ) and a Golf R. They are cheap but the the difference to the air is unbelievable. They fit in behind the glove box and are a 10 minute DIY job. Fresh clean air free from pollen and old food smells. Cheap and a no brainer **Q: Does this fit a mk7 golf?** A: No **Q: Will it fit vw touran tdi 1.9 tdi 2011** A: I believe so. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Bosch R2597 Activated Carbon Cabin Filter *by G***S on 16 February 2026* The Bosch R2597 Activated Carbon Cabin Filter is a significant upgrade over the standard "paper-only" filters that usually come with a car. Because it uses activated carbon, it doesn't just block physical debris like leaves and dead flies; it actually neutralises unpleasant smells—like the exhaust fumes of the bus in front of you or the "wet dog" scent that can linger in old air-con systems. It fits perfectly into the housing (assuming you’ve checked your model), and the immediate improvement in air quality is noticeable. If you suffer from hay fever, this filter acts as a high-security checkpoint, trapping pollen and fine dust before it reaches your lungs. While it’s providing fresh, crisp air right now, the real "truth" about activated carbon is its saturation point. Only time will tell how long that carbon layer remains active. Eventually, it will "fill up" with pollutants and become just another regular filter, meaning those city smells will start creeping back into the cabin. Bosch recommends replacing these every year or 15,000km for a reason. For now, it’s a premium, lung-saving necessity that keeps your car's interior smelling like a clean room rather than a motorway tunnel. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great quality *by A***Y on 30 May 2026* Just what my car needed. Good price. Quick delivery. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ RHD or LlHD vehicle part? *by J***Y on 29 August 2025* Seems a good quality filter. Amazon stated it was for a RHD vehicle only, and it fits ok (it can only be installed one way due to the cut out wedge on one corner). But the air flow arrows point towards the engine from the cabin, not the other way round, which seems incorrect to me? To add to the confusion, the pdf installation manual on the Amazon web page for this item is for a completely different car (which is also LHD!) and filter! ## Frequently Bought Together - Bosch R2597 - Cabin Filter activated-carbon - KAX Engine Air Filter, CA11450 Replacement for Altima 2013-2018 Gas L4 2.5L, Advanced Air Filter Media, Increased Acceleration - Forccord 2-Pack HEPA Cabin Air Filter Fits for SORENTO 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 Activated Carbon Cabin Filter Replacement CF12161 97134-C6900 Car Accessories --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.lk/products/55959248-r2597-activated-carbon-cabin-filter-replacement-filter-against-unpleasant-smells](https://www.desertcart.lk/products/55959248-r2597-activated-carbon-cabin-filter-replacement-filter-against-unpleasant-smells) --- *Product available on Desertcart Sri Lanka* *Store origin: LK* *Last updated: 2026-07-05*