Brembo Low-Met Disc Brake Pad Set for Audi Q3 and Volkswagen Tiguan, Arteon, GTI, and Jetta GLI (2018–2024)

Formulated for the North American market, Brembo's P85166 low-metallic disc brake pad set gives quiet, smooth stopping on the Audi Q3 and the Volkswagen Tiguan, Arteon, GTI, and Jetta GLI. Brembo pairs its own friction compound with a shim for comfortable pedal feel, low noise, and cleaner wheels. Brembo states that its Low-Met formulations are comparable to the factory pad, and every Low-Met pad carries ECE-R90 approval, the European standard for replacement brake linings. This set is made in the United Kingdom. Brembo controls each step of its pad production, from research and development and testing to mixing the friction compound and mechanical processing.

Volkswagen revised this pad several times, and P85166 matches the full chain. Volkswagen numbers 3Q0698151, 3Q0698151C, 3Q0698151E, 3Q0698151H, and 3Q0698151K all point to this set, along with 5Q0698151P. If the pads on your car carry one of those numbers, this Brembo set is the matching replacement. Brembo includes stainless steel hardware and lubricant with most Low-Met applications, so check the box contents before you set aside the old clips. The Jetta is covered only in its GLI trims. Brembo runs its quality management system to ISO 9001 and IATF 16949.

Technical Details

• Manufacturer: Brembo
• Part number: P85166
• Pad type: Low-Met (low-metallic) disc brake pad set with shim
• Approval: ECE-R90
• Made in the United Kingdom
• Volkswagen references: 3Q0698151, 3Q0698151C, 3Q0698151E, 3Q0698151H, 3Q0698151K, and 5Q0698151P
• Hardware and lubricant: included with most Brembo Low-Met applications

Common Questions

What does Low-Met mean?
It is Brembo's low-metallic friction formulation. Brembo states it is comparable to the factory pad, with quiet operation and less wheel dirt.

Does this set work on every Jetta?
No. It fits only the Jetta GLI trims shown in the fitment table: the GLI S, GLI Autobahn, and GLI 40th Anniversary Edition.

When should these pads be replaced?
Pulsating, grinding, squeaking, glazed or hot-spotted rotors, and a lip on the rotor's outer edge are all signs of worn pads. Replace them before they damage the rotor.

PMB Performance sells Brembo Low-Met pads for these Audi and Volkswagen applications.

Fitment & Compatibility

Check the fitment table below for the models and years this set covers. Make sure your car is one of the trims shown, because coverage on one model is limited to specific trims. Send PMB your VIN and we will confirm fit.