Ceramic vs Semi-Metallic Brake Pads: Key Differences for European Cars
Explore the differences between ceramic vs semi-metallic brake pads for European street cars, including performance, noise, and temperature factors.
By Lee Shahin ·
VW Jetta GLI brake upgrades
103 brake upgrades for the Mk7 VW Jetta GLI (2.0T (EA888 Gen3)) from 20 brands. Performance pads, rotors, lines and big brake kits.
Before you order
- Rotor and pad fitment depends on the brake package fitted to the car. Confirm rotor diameter on the retailer page.
- Big brake kits state a minimum wheel diameter.
- Brakes are safety-critical. Have installation checked by a qualified technician.
- Listings are read from the retailer's Mk7 Jetta GLI (2.0T) category. Confirm engine, drivetrain and model year on the retailer page before ordering.
Brands on this page: Racingline (22), EBC (18), ECS (17), Assembled By ECS (8), Neuspeed (8), APR (3), Brembo (3), Hawk (3), Motul (3), iSWEEP (3), 034Motorsport (2), ATE (2), Emmanuele Design (2), Pentosin (2), REVO (2), Add to Wish List (1), Genuine European Volkswagen Audi (1), Power Stop (1), R1 Concepts (1), Zimmermann (1).
Brake Kits (32)
APR · Part no. BRK00060-61
Front 6-Piston Big Brake Kit
Features an upgraded 370x34mm rotor with 6-piston Calipers to deliver unrivaled stopping power!
Add to Wish List · Part no. BRK.200613
Alcon 4 Piston 332x32mm Street Kit - Anodized
A complete, direct-fit upgrade using forged calipers and two-piece floating rotors.
Assembled By ECS · Part no. MQBFRBS
Build Your Own Front & Rear Brake Service Kit (340x30/300x12)
Everything you need for a shop-quality brake job, right in your driveway.
Assembled By ECS · Part no. 8J0615301G
Build Your Own V5 Front Brake Service Kit - Performance Package
Features ECS V5 Performance rotors, your choice of pads, and everything you need for a smooth install!
Assembled By ECS · Part no. MK7BBKT
Front & Rear OEM+ Big Brake Kit (345x30/310x22)
A high-performance "Stealth" upgrade
Assembled By ECS · Part no. 1K061530KT3
Front Brake Service Kit (340x30)
Featuring ECS Cross-Drilled & Slotted 2-Piece Brake Rotors and ECS EP24 Enthusiast Performance Pads
Assembled By ECS · Part no. GLI7PFRS2KT
Performance Front And Rear Brake Service Kit
Featuring V5 Rotors and ECS EP24 Enthusiast Performance Pads
EBC · Part no. BBK005EBC
Racing Big Brake Kit - 4 Piston
Upgrade your OE brakes to 355x32mm rotors with Apollo Calipers
EBC · Part no. BBK033EBC
Racing Big Brake Kit - 6 Piston
Upgrade your OE brakes to 380x36mmmm rotors with Apollo Calipers
Neuspeed · Part no. 99.10.47XXX.3KIT
Front Big Brake Kit - V3 370mm PQ35/PQ46/MQB
Upgrade to uncompromising 6-piston stopping power with the NEUSPEED Version 3 Big Brake Kit — lighter, cooler, and built for razor-sharp pedal feel on the street or the track.
Neuspeed · Part no. 99.10.45XXX.3KIT
Neuspeed Front Big Brake Kit - 340mm MQB
Unlock race-ready stopping power with the NEUSPEED Version 3 Big Brake Kit — a lightweight 6-piston, 2-piece floating rotor setup delivering sharper pedal feel, better cooling, and relentless braking on street or track.
REVO · Part no. RV581B100910
Revo Big Brake Kit - (380x32) - Select Your Color
The Revo Big Brake Kit comes complete with everything required to upgrade your stopping power.
REVO · Part no. RV581B101210
Revo Front Big Brake Kit - (355x32) - Select Your Color
The Revo Big Brake Kit comes complete with everything required to upgrade your stopping power.
Racingline · Part no. VWR652000-BLK
RacingLine Stage 2 "EVO" Monoblock Performance Big Brake Kit - Black (345mm)
Almost half the weight of the OEM setup with much more braking force!
Racingline · Part no. VWR652000-BLU
RacingLine Stage 2 "EVO" Monoblock Performance Big Brake Kit - Blue (345mm)
Almost half the weight of the OEM setup with much more braking force! Lapiz Blue calipers color-matched to the Golf R!
Racingline · Part no. VWR652000-RED
RacingLine Stage 2 "EVO" Monoblock Performance Big Brake Kit - Red (345mm)
Almost half the weight of the OEM setup with much more braking force! Calipers color-matched to factory GTI calipers!
Racingline · Part no. VWR680003
Stage 3 Brake Kit / 355mm Replacement Rotors/Discs
Re-rings for ES4000161
Racingline · Part no. VWR650001-ANO
Stage 3 Forged Monoblock Brake Upgrade - Anodized (355mm)
6 piston calipers featuring two-piece floating high cast carbon discs.
Retailer fitment note: Minimum 18" wheel diameter required.
Racingline · Part no. VWR650000-ANO
Stage 3 Forged Monoblock Brake Upgrade - Anodized (380mm)
6 piston calipers featuring two-piece floating high cast carbon discs.
Retailer fitment note: Minimum 19" wheel diameter required.
Racingline · Part no. VWR650001-BLK
Stage 3 Forged Monoblock Brake Upgrade - Black (355mm)
6 piston calipers featuring two-piece floating high cast carbon discs.
Retailer fitment note: Minimum 18" wheel diameter required.
Racingline · Part no. VWR650000-BLK
Stage 3 Forged Monoblock Brake Upgrade - Black (380mm)
6 piston calipers featuring two-piece floating high cast carbon discs.
Retailer fitment note: Minimum 19" wheel diameter required.
Racingline · Part no. VWR650001-BLU
Stage 3 Forged Monoblock Brake Upgrade - Blue (355mm)
6 piston calipers featuring two-piece floating high cast carbon discs.
Retailer fitment note: Minimum 18" wheel diameter required.
Racingline · Part no. VWR650000-BLU
Stage 3 Forged Monoblock Brake Upgrade - Blue (380mm)
6 piston calipers featuring two-piece floating high cast carbon discs.
Retailer fitment note: Minimum 19" wheel diameter required.
Racingline · Part no. VWR650001-RED
Stage 3 Forged Monoblock Brake Upgrade - Red (355mm)
6 piston calipers featuring two-piece floating high cast carbon discs.
Retailer fitment note: Minimum 18" wheel diameter required.
Racingline · Part no. VWR650000-RED
Stage 3 Forged Monoblock Brake Upgrade - Red (380mm)
6 piston calipers featuring two-piece floating high cast carbon discs.
Retailer fitment note: Minimum 19" wheel diameter required.
Racingline · Part no. VWR650001-YEL
Stage 3 Forged Monoblock Brake Upgrade - Yellow (355mm)
6 piston calipers featuring two-piece floating high cast carbon discs.
Retailer fitment note: Minimum 18" wheel diameter required.
Racingline · Part no. VWR650000-YEL
Stage 3 Forged Monoblock Brake Upgrade - Yellow (380mm)
6 piston calipers featuring two-piece floating high cast carbon discs.
Retailer fitment note: Minimum 19" wheel diameter required.
Racingline · Part no. VWR651000-ANO
Stage 3+ VWR Caliper & Carbon Ceramic Rotors - Anodized (380mm)
6 piston calipers featuring two-piece floating carbon ceramic discs.
Retailer fitment note: Minimum 19" wheel diameter required.
Racingline · Part no. VWR651000-BLK
Stage 3+ VWR Caliper & Carbon Ceramic Rotors - Black (380mm)
6 piston calipers featuring two-piece floating carbon ceramic discs.
Retailer fitment note: Minimum 19" wheel diameter required.
Racingline · Part no. VWR651000-BLU
Stage 3+ VWR Caliper & Carbon Ceramic Rotors - Blue (380mm)
6 piston calipers featuring two-piece floating carbon ceramic discs.
Retailer fitment note: Minimum 19" wheel diameter required.
Racingline · Part no. VWR651000-RED
Stage 3+ VWR Caliper & Carbon Ceramic Rotors - Red (380mm)
6 piston calipers featuring two-piece floating carbon ceramic discs.
Retailer fitment note: Minimum 19" wheel diameter required.
Racingline · Part no. VWR651000-YEL
Stage 3+ VWR Caliper & Carbon Ceramic Rotors - Yellow (380mm)
6 piston calipers featuring two-piece floating carbon ceramic discs.
Retailer fitment note: Minimum 19" wheel diameter required.
Rotors (21)
034Motorsport · Part no. 034-301-1001
2-Piece Floating Front Brake Rotor Upgrade Kit (340x30)
Direct replacement rotors that reduce rotational mass and feature J-Slots for less noise but same benefits as conventional slots
034Motorsport · Part no. 034-304-1001
Replacement Front Rotor Rings (340x30) - Audi S3
Replacement Rotor Ring and Hardware Set for the 2-Piece Floating Brake Rotor Upgrade Kit
Brembo · Part no. 8S0615301XKT
Front Cross Drilled UV Coated Brake Rotors - Pair (340x30)
Features Brembo's special UV paint treatment that guarantees superior corrosion resistance.
EBC · Part no. GD1201
Front GD Sport Rotors - Pair(288x25)
Upgrade to a slotted/dimpled rotor for improved braking
EBC · Part no. USR1201
Front USR Series Sport Slotted Rotors - Pair (288x25)
Upgrade to a Turbo slotted rotor for improved braking
EBC · Part no. BSD1977
Rear BSD Blade Brake Rotors - Pair (300x12)
Upgrade to the uniquely created blade slot designed for improved braking
EBC · Part no. GD1977
Rear GD Sport Brake Rotors - Pair (300x12)
Upgrade to a EBC GD slotted / dimpled rotor for improved braking
EBC · Part no. USR1977
Rear USR Series Sport Slotted Rotors - Pair (300x12mm)
Upgrade to a Turbo slotted rotor for improved braking
ECS · Part no. 013928ECS01KT2
Front 2-Piece Brake Rotors - Pair (340x30)
Direct bolt-on replacement - 22% less weight!
ECS · Part no. 013928ECS03KT
Front Slotted 2-Piece Semi-Floating Brake Rotors - Pair (340x30)
Direct bolt-on replacement - Save 8.40lbs of unsprung weight for enhanced performance!
ECS · Part no. 8J0301G-SLT-R
Front V4 Slotted Brake Rotor - Right (340x30)
ECS · Part no. 8J0615301G-XS
Front V5 Drilled & Slotted Brake Rotors - Set (340x30)
Precision manufactured for consistent stopping power during high performance driving. Featuring a matte black zinc coating for corrosion protection.
ECS · Part no. 8J0615301G-S
Front V5 Slotted Brake Rotors - Set (340x30)
Precision manufactured for consistent stopping power during high performance driving. Featuring a matte black zinc coating for corrosion protection.
ECS · Part no. 3Q0615601A-XS
Rear V5 Drilled & Slotted Brake Rotors - Set (300x12)
Precision manufactured for consistent stopping power during high performance driving. Featuring a matte black zinc coating for corrosion protection.
ECS · Part no. 3Q0615601A-S
Rear V5 Slotted Brake Rotors - Set (300x12)
Precision manufactured for consistent stopping power during high performance driving. Featuring a matte black zinc coating for corrosion protection.
Emmanuele Design · Part no. EMD-34030-PR-CHC
Front High Carbon Slotted Brake Rotors - Pair (340x30)
High carbon metallurgy for improved performance, heat management and reduced noise
Emmanuele Design · Part no. EMD-34030-PR
Front Slotted Brake Rotors - Pair (340x30)
Upgrade your looks and performance with a set of slotted rotors!
Genuine European Volkswagen Audi · Part no. 5Q0615301CKT
Clubsport Front Brake Rotors - Pair (340x30)
Factory performance rotors from the ultimate GTI
Neuspeed · Part no. 99.BB.RING.9940L
Front Rotor Ring Replacement (340mm) - Pair
Replacement rotor rings for 9940LR (es4414375)
Neuspeed · Part no. 9940LR
Front Slotted 2-Piece Brake Rotors - Pair (340x30)
Direct bolt-on replacement - Save unsprung weight for enhanced performance!
Power Stop · Part no. EBR1498XPR
Evolution Rear Cross-Drilled & Slotted Brake Rotors - Pair (300x12)
Zinc coated performance rotors
Pads (20)
Assembled By ECS · Part no. TA0SRBS2KT
Rear Brake Service Kit - Basic (272x10)
Includes Zimmermann Rotors and EBC Ultimax Pads
EBC · Part no. DP52153NDX
EBC Brake Pads - Blue Stuff
A Great Option for the Track!
EBC · Part no. DP52127NDX
Front Bluestuff Performance Brake Pad Set
Intermediate grade trackday pads for aggressive street driving and track use.
EBC · Part no. DP42150R
Front YellowStuff Performance Brake Pad Set (312mm/288mm)
EBC's premium sport street pad that offers high friction levels and heat fade resistance
EBC · Part no. DP82173RPX
RP-X High-Bite Track & Race Brake Pads - Rear
Upgrade your MQB platform Audi or Volkswagen's rear stopping force with EBC's RP-X high-friction competition compound.
EBC · Part no. DP22153
Rear GreenStuff Performance Brake Pad Set
Mildly upgraded composite pad.
EBC · Part no. DP82153RP1
Rear RP-1 Ultra-High Performance Brake Pad Set
Designed for high-performance vehicles driven hard on track
EBC · Part no. DP82153RPX
Rear RP-X Track & Race Brake Pad Set
An ultra‑high performance track and race pad designed for performance vehicles driven hard on track
EBC · Part no. DP32153C
Rear RedStuff Performance Brake Pad Set
High performance street pad, featuring Kevlar technology
EBC · Part no. UD1761
Rear Ultimax Brake Pad Set
OE compound brakes
EBC · Part no. DP42153R
Rear YellowStuff Performance Brake Pad Set
EBC's premium sport street pad that offers high friction levels and heat fade resistance
ECS · Part no. EP24-1633
Front EP24 "Enthusiast Performance" Brake Pad Set
This enthusiast-developed high performance street and light track pad offers an ideal solution for the spirited commuter and weekend autocross driver alike.
ECS · Part no. EP24-1761
Rear EP24 "Enthusiast Performance" Brake Pad Set
This enthusiast-developed high-performance street and light track pad offers an ideal solution for the spirited commuter and weekend autocross driver alike.
R1 Concepts · Part no. 2552-1633-00
R1 Optimum Oe Pads
OEM Formulation - equal or better performance, without the OEM prices.
Racingline · Part no. VWR670006
High Performance RP700 Brake Pads - Front
Get the most out of your stock brakes!
Racingline · Part no. VWR670005
High Performance RP700 Brake Pads - Rear
Get the most out of your stock brakes!
Zimmermann · Part no. 1K0615601AA
Brake Rotor (272x10) - Priced Each
Rear brake rotor, coated
iSWEEP · Part no. IS3000-SF1290
Front Sport/Circuit Brake Pad Set - With Wear Sensor
Tailored for high speed spirited driving and short circuit racing
iSWEEP · Part no. IS1500-SF1290
Front Street Performance Brake Pad Set - With Wear Sensor
A brake pad that produces less dust compared to factory pads
iSWEEP · Part no. IS2000-SF1290
Front Street/Sport Brake Pad Set - With Wear Sensor
Better braking performance under all driving conditions
Fluid (14)
ATE · Part no. SD0T51
ATE Brake Fluid Super DOT 5.1 - 1 Liter
A low viscosity fluid replacing DOT 4 fluid. Boiling point - Dry 265°C (509°F) / Wet 180°C (347°F)
ATE · Part no. SL6
SL6 Brake Fluid - 1 Liter
A low viscosity fluid replacing DOT 4 fluid. Boiling point - Dry 265°C (509°F) / Wet 175°C (347°F)
Brembo · Part no. 04816420
Brembo HTC 64T Brake Fluid
Brembo HTC 64T can handle high temperatures without loss of pedal feel
Brembo · Part no. L05010
DOT 5.1 Brake Fluid - 1 Liter
Offers higher wet boiling point than DOT 4 fluid
EBC · Part no. BF307
Sport Brake Fluid - 500mL
DOT4 compliant. Boiling point - Dry 307°C (585°F) / Wet 185°C (365°F)
Hawk · Part no. HP520
HP520 Street Brake Fluid - 500ml
Made for high performance street specifications and handles a higher dry boiling point than a typical off the shelf brake fluid.
Hawk · Part no. HP600
HP600 Race Brake Fluid - 500ml
Made for race specifications and handles a higher dry boiling point than a typical off the shelf brake fluid.
Hawk · Part no. HP660
HP660 Race Brake Fluid - 500ml
Made for high performance race specifications and handles a higher dry boiling point than a typical off the shelf brake fluid.
Motul · Part no. 8070HC
DOT 5.1 Synthetic Brake Fluid - 500mL
Boiling point - Dry 272?C (522?F) / Wet 185?C (365?F)
Motul · Part no. 8069HC
RBF 600 Racing Brake Fluid - 500mL
Boiling point - Dry 312C (594F) / Wet 216C (421F)
Motul · Part no. 847205
RBF 660 Racing Brake Fluid - 500mL
Boiling point - Dry 325?C (617?F) / Wet 204?C (399?F)
Pentosin · Part no. 1244116
PENTOSIN Brake Fluid DOT 5.1 - 1L
Pentosin DOT 5.1 Class 7 Low Viscosity Brake Fluid. Ultra High-Performance Brake Fluid for hydraulic brake systems and clutch actuation in passenger cars, trucks, and motorcycles.
Pentosin · Part no. 1244204
PENTOSIN Brake Fluid DOT 5.1 - 5L
Pentosin DOT 5.1 Class 7 Low Viscosity Brake Fluid. Ultra High-Performance Brake Fluid for hydraulic brake systems and clutch actuation in passenger cars, trucks, and motorcycles.
Racingline · Part no. VWR69000BF1
RBF312 Racing Brake Fluid - 500ml
Highly refined Super DOT4 giving a significantly higher boiling point than a regular DOT5.1
Caliper (9)
Assembled By ECS · Part no. MQBMACANBBKT
Macan Big Brake Kit
Featuring Macan Calipers and ECS MK5 R32 Rotors.
Assembled By ECS · Part no. MQBOEMPSBBK
OEM+ Big Brake Kit
Featuring Macan Calipers and MK5 R32 Rotors.
ECS · Part no. 003326ECS01-02KT
Performance Caliper Guide Bushing Set
Reduced caliper deflection, enhanced pedal feel, and improved pad wear. An excellent way to improve braking performance. Priced per axle.
Retailer fitment note: Industry leading design for maximum performance with minimal maintenance!
ECS · Part no. 003326ECS03
Performance Caliper Guide Bushing Set - Installation Tool
Highly recommended for installation of ECS Tuning's bronze caliper guide bushings
ECS · Part no. 003326ECS01KT1
Performance Caliper Guide Bushing Set With Installation Tool
Reduced caliper deflection, enhanced pedal feel, and improved pad wear. An excellent way to improve braking performance. Priced per axle.
Neuspeed · Part no. 99.10.45.2
NEUSPEED 6-Piston Front Big Brake Kit V3 - 340mm - Anodized Mil-Spec
A caliper swap kit that utilizes factory rotors!
Neuspeed · Part no. 99.10.45.2B
NEUSPEED 6-Piston Front Big Brake Kit V3 - 340mm - Black
A caliper swap kit that utilizes factory rotors!
Neuspeed · Part no. 99.10.45BLU.3
NEUSPEED 6-Piston Front Big Brake Kit V3 - 340mm - Blue
A caliper swap kit that utilizes factory rotors!
Neuspeed · Part no. 99.10.45.2R
NEUSPEED 6-Piston Front Big Brake Kit V3 - 340mm - Red
A caliper swap kit that utilizes factory rotors!
Lines (6)
APR · Part no. BRK00050
APR Braided Stainless Steel Brake Lines - Front
These are the only brake lines you'll ever need!
APR · Part no. BRK00051
APR Braided Stainless Steel Brake Lines - Rear
These are the only brake lines you'll ever need!
ECS · Part no. 008596ECS01AKT1
Exact-Fit Stainless Steel Brake Lines - Kit
Complete set of DOT-compliant lines for an improved pedal feel
ECS · Part no. 008596ECS01A
Front Exact-Fit Stainless Steel Brake Lines
Front set of DOT-compliant lines for an improved pedal feel
ECS · Part no. 009477ECS02
Rear Exact-Fit Stainless Steel Brake Lines - Blue
Rear set of DOT-compliant lines for an improved pedal feel
ECS · Part no. 009477ECS01A
Rear Exact-Fit Stainless Steel Brake Lines - Red
Rear set of DOT-compliant lines for an improved pedal feel
Master Cylinder (1)
ECS · Part no. 005130LA01KT
MK7 Master Cylinder Brace
Enhance brake pedal feel! Reduces 65% of master cylinder deflection on initial brake pedal travel.
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Mercedes-Benz Brake Fluid: DOT 4 Plus & MB 331.0 Guide
Brake fluid sits at the center of every safety system in a Mercedes-Benz. It transmits pedal force to the calipers, activates ABS and ESP interventions, and operates under extreme thermal and pressure conditions.
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