Champion 9069 Spark Plug

Champion Iridium Spark Plug 9069

Champion Iridium 9069 is a secondary ignition spark plug built for precise spark delivery and OE-style fitment across a wide range of turbocharged European vehicles. It uses a fine-wire iridium center electrode with a platinum ground electrode to focus the spark and support consistent combustion.

Compatible With select Audi, Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, and Bentley applications, this plug is specified for many 2013-2022 models that call for low-ohm, cup-terminal, flat-seat iridium plugs. Part number 9069 is also a direct reference point for shoppers cross-checking Champion Iridium 9069 against OE-style service part numbers.

Key Features

• Champion Iridium line spark plug for secondary ignition service
• Fine-wire iridium center electrode for sharp spark focus
• Platinum ground electrode core for durable electrode construction
• Resistor design for reduced electrical noise
• Pre-gapped at 0.032 in. / 0.8 mm
• Flat seat, cup terminal, 0.625 in. hex size
• Heat range 6 with 1.043 in. reach

Product Line Details

Champion Iridium is the brand’s iridium spark plug line, engineered around a fine-wire center electrode and platinum ground electrode design. That construction is aimed at maintaining a focused spark event in modern engines that rely on precise ignition control, including many Audi A3, Audi Q5, Volkswagen GTI, and Mercedes-Benz AMG applications.

Detailed Description

Champion 9069 is a resistor spark plug with a J-gap ground electrode design and a low-ohm configuration used in many OE-type applications. The iridium center electrode helps concentrate the spark, while the platinum ground electrode supports long-term electrode stability. This combination is well suited to vehicles that specify a 0.028 in. or 0.032 in. gap depending on application.

This part cross-references OE-style numbers such as 06K905601B and KEC6WYPB1 for the same application. It is commonly selected for service on vehicles including Audi A4, Audi Q5, Volkswagen Atlas, Mercedes-Benz C300, and Porsche Macan when the factory specification calls for this plug design.

What It Helps Address

• Rough idle caused by worn spark plugs
• Misfire conditions from weakened ignition output
• Hard starting related to degraded plug electrodes
• Loss of throttle response from inconsistent combustion
• Service replacement for OE-type iridium spark plugs

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify the required gap before installation; listed applications use 0.028 in. or 0.032 in. depending on vehicle.
• Confirm seat type, reach, terminal style, and heat range against the vehicle’s service specification.
• Use the correct torque procedure for the cylinder head material and plug design.
• Check the vehicle’s exact engine code and build date where fitment notes reference date-specific coverage.
• For fitment confirmation, match the application to the exact year, make, and model listed below.

Compatible Applications

• Fits 2019-2022 Volkswagen Arteon, N/A; OE Type; Gap 0.032 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2016-2021 Audi A6 Quattro, N/A; OE Type; Gap 0.032 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2019-2021 Audi Q3, N/A; OE Type; Gap 0.032; Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2018-2021 Audi Q5, N/A; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2020-2021 Audi Q5 PHEV, N/A; Gap 0.032 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2019-2021 Audi TT Quattro, N/A; OE Type; Gap 0.032; Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2018-2021 Audi TT RS Quattro, N/A; Gap 0.032 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2019-2021 Audi TTS Quattro, N/A; OE Type; Gap 0.032; Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2019-2021 Mercedes-Benz A220, N/A; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2020-2021 Mercedes-Benz A35 AMG, N/A; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2017-2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT, N/A; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2019-2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 63, N/A; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2019-2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 63 S, N/A; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2018-2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT C, N/A; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2016-2021 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG, N/A; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2015-2021 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG S, N/A; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2020-2021 Mercedes-Benz CLA250, N/A; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2020-2021 Mercedes-Benz CLA35 AMG, N/A; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2016-2021 Mercedes-Benz G550, N/A; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2019-2021 Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG, N/A; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2020-2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB250, N/A; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2020-2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC300, N/A; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2020-2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE350, N/A; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2020-2021 Mercedes-Benz GLS580, N/A; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2017-2021 Porsche Macan, N/A; Gap 0.032 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2018-2021 Volkswagen Atlas, N/A; OE Type; Gap 0.032 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2020-2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, N/A; OE Type; Gap 0.032 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2019-2021 Volkswagen GTI, N/A; OE Type; Gap 0.032; Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2019-2021 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A; OE Type; Gap 0.032 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2013-2015 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A; OE Type; Gap 0.032 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2014-2021 Volkswagen Passat, N/A; Gap 0.032 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2018-2020 Audi A3, N/A; Gap 0.032 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2017-2020 Audi A4, N/A; OE Type; Gap 0.032 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2017-2020 Audi A4 allroad, N/A; OE Type; Gap 0.032 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2017-2020 Audi A4 Quattro, N/A; OE Type; Gap 0.032 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2018-2020 Audi A5 Quattro, N/A; OE Type; Gap 0.032 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2018-2020 Audi A5 Sportback, N/A; OE Type; Gap 0.032 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2017-2020 Audi Q7, N/A; Gap 0.032 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2017-2020 Audi RS3, N/A; Gap 0.032 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2015-2020 Audi S3, N/A; OE Type; Gap 0.032 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2018-2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT R, N/A; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT R Pro, N/A; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz C300, N/A; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2020 Mercedes-Benz E350, N/A; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2018-2020 Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG S, N/A; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC350e, N/A; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2018-2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC63 AMG, N/A; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2018-2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC63 AMG S, N/A; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE580, N/A; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2018-2020 Mercedes-Benz Maybach S560, N/A; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2018-2020 Mercedes-Benz S560, N/A; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2018-2020 Mercedes-Benz S63 AMG, N/A; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2018-2020 Volkswagen Tiguan, N/A; OE Type; Gap 0.032 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2015-2019 Audi A3 Quattro, N/A; OE Type; Gap 0.032 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2015-2019 Bentley Flying Spur, N/A; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2016-2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT S, N/A; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2013-2019 Volkswagen Beetle, N/A; Gap 0.032 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2017-2019 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack, N/A; OE Type; Gap 0.032 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2017-2019 Volkswagen Golf R, N/A; Gap 0.032 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2015-2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen, N/A; OE Type; Gap 0.032 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2018 Audi A6, N/A; Gap 0.032 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2017-2018 Audi A8 Quattro, N/A; From 8/29/2016; OE Type; Gap 0.032 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2014-2018 Audi RS7, N/A; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2017-2018 Audi S6, N/A; From 8/29/2016; OE Type; Gap 0.032 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2017-2018 Audi S7, N/A; From 8/29/2016; OE Type; Gap 0.032 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2017-2018 Audi S8, N/A; From 8/29/2016; OE Type; Gap 0.032 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2018 Audi TT Quattro, N/A; Gap 0.032 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2016-2018 Audi TTS Quattro, N/A; OE Type; Gap 0.032 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2017-2018 Mercedes-Benz G550 4x4, N/A; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2015-2018 Porsche Cayenne, N/A; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2015-2018 Porsche Macan, N/A; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2015-2018 Volkswagen Golf, N/A; Gap 0.032 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2015-2018 Volkswagen GTI, N/A; Gap 0.032 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2015-2018 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A; Gap 0.032 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2015-2017 Audi A3, N/A; OE Type; Gap 0.032 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2016-2017 Audi A6, N/A; OE Type; Gap 0.032 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2017 Audi A8 Quattro, N/A; Before 8/29/2016; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2017 Audi S6, N/A; To 8/29/2016; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2017 Audi S7, N/A; To 8/29/2016; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2017 Audi S8, N/A; To 8/29/2016; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2016-2017 Audi TT Quattro, N/A; OE Type; Gap 0.032 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2013-2017 Bentley Continental, N/A; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2014-2017 Volkswagen Beetle, N/A; OE Type; Gap 0.032 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2013-2016 Audi A8 Quattro, N/A; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2013-2016 Audi S6, N/A; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2013-2016 Audi S7, N/A; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2013-2016 Audi S8, N/A; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2014-2016 Porsche Panamera, N/A; Gap 0.028 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal
• Fits 2015-2016 Volkswagen Golf R, N/A; OE Type; Gap 0.032 (in); Low-Ohm Design; with Cup Terminal

Quality Assurance

Champion’s Iridium line is built around OE-style spark plug construction with iridium and platinum electrode materials selected for precise ignition performance in modern engines. Part number 9069 is specified for a broad range of late-model Audi, Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, and Bentley applications where the listed plug design and gap match the factory requirement.