1979–1980 Volkswagen Golf Spark Plugs

Catalog-listed plug, cross-brand equivalents, gap, and where to buy for the 1979–1980 Volkswagen Golf.

Denso · Catalog-Listed
IW20
MetalIridium
Gap—

Listed in a manufacturer plug catalog — confirm against your owner's manual before buying.

The Denso IW20 is a 14mm thread, 19mm reach, gasket seat, heat range 20, iridium electrode spark plug. These specifications are decoded from the Denso part number and determine which plugs it safely cross-references to — a valid equivalent must match the thread, reach, seat and heat range.

Spark plugs that fit the 1979–1980 Volkswagen Golf

PlugMetalGapBuy
Denso IW20 Iridium— Buy
Denso IW20TT Iridium— Buy
Denso IW16 Iridium— Buy
Denso IK20 Iridium— Buy
Denso VK20 Iridium— Buy
Denso IK22 Iridium— Buy
Denso VK22 Iridium— Buy
Denso VK20Y Iridium— Buy
Denso IXU22 Iridium— Buy

Frequently asked questions

What spark plug does a 1979–1980 Volkswagen Golf use?
A manufacturer catalog lists the Denso IW20 (Iridium), gapped at the factory spec. Listed in a manufacturer plug catalog — confirm against your owner's manual before buying.

How many spark plugs does a 1979–1980 Volkswagen Golf need?
Check your owner's manual for the exact count for this engine.

What is the spark plug gap for a 1979–1980 Volkswagen Golf?
See the underhood emissions label — always confirm against the label or manual before installing.

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