Bosch 8160 spark plug for the 2017-2020 Audi A4 4-cylinder 2.0L and other vehicles ignites the air-fuel mixture in the cylinder. This OE Fine Wire Double Platinum spark plug uses platinum on both electrodes for 3 times longer life than conventional copper spark plugs.
- Bosch Double Platinum design with a platinum firing pin on the center electrode and a laser welded platinum inlay ground electrode
- Double platinum electrode design reduces gap erosion and increases durability and performance life
- Fine Wire design requires up to 24% less voltage to ignite
- 360 degree continuous laser welding adds durability for increased life
- Copper core gives a broader heat range to resist pre-ignition and fouling
Quick facts
- Part: Bosch 8160 spark plug
- Fits: 2017-2020 Audi A4 4-cylinder 2.0L and other vehicles
- Material: platinum center electrode firing pin and ground electrode inlay, copper core
Hard starting, a rough idle or misfires can mean a spark plug is worn. An ignition coil or a clogged fuel injector can be behind those signs as well, so track down the cause before you buy. This listing is one spark plug, and the 2017-2020 Audi A4 4-cylinder 2.0L takes four.
Fits
The platinum electrode design meets Original Equipment specifications for double platinum spark plugs. Vehicles this spark plug fits include the 2017-2020 Audi A4 4-cylinder 2.0L, the 2013-2019 Volkswagen Jetta 4-cylinder 2.0L, the 2014-2018 Jetta 4-cylinder 1.8L and the 2018-2020 Audi Q5 4-cylinder 2.0L. If your Audi, Volkswagen or Porsche isn't named here, look for it in the "Vehicles it fits" section.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Quantity per vehicle: 4
- Package quantity: 1
Build and materials
- Spark plug type: 4-Cycle
- Design: OE Fine Wire Double Platinum
- Center electrode: platinum firing pin
- Ground electrode: laser welded platinum inlay
- Core: copper
- Threads: nickel plated
- Resistor: yes
- Insulator type: Non-Projected
- Bosch guarantee: 5 year customer satisfaction guarantee
- Bosch warranty: 1 year Technician Warranty
In the box
One spark plug. Additional accessories are not included.
Installation notes
- Comes pre-gapped from the factory, so no gap adjustment is needed.
- Nickel plating on the threads means no anti-seize is required.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the right spark plug for a 2017-2020 Audi A4 4-cylinder 2.0L?
Yes. Bosch 8160 fits the 2017-2020 Audi A4 4-cylinder 2.0L. Owners of another Audi can look up their model and engine in the "Vehicles it fits" section.
Does this spark plug fit the 2013-2019 Volkswagen Jetta 4-cylinder 2.0L and the 2014-2018 Jetta 4-cylinder 1.8L?
Yes. Bosch 8160 fits the 2013-2019 Volkswagen Jetta 4-cylinder 2.0L and the 2014-2018 Jetta 4-cylinder 1.8L.
Do these Bosch plugs need gapping or anti-seize before installation?
No. The Bosch 8160 comes pre-gapped from the factory, and the nickel plating on its threads means no anti-seize is required.
Is the Double Platinum 8160 a resistor spark plug?
Yes. This 4-Cycle spark plug has a resistor and a Non-Projected insulator.
Could a worn Double Platinum spark plug be behind an engine misfire?
Yes. A worn Double Platinum spark plug can lead to engine misfires, and it can also bring hard starts or a rough idle.
