What plug- 2006 XC70?

AlanS · Post by **AlanS** » 23 Nov 2013, 18:20

2006 XC70 50K miles- what spark plug? The OEM at FCP Groton are $60, Bosch Plat and Iridium are 1/2 that. What is best for my car? I just want to get a new set in before the winter here in NY...

JimLev · Post by **JimLev** » 23 Nov 2013, 19:35

You don't want to buy them from the dealer.
I use NGK Platinums in one car and NGK Iridiums in the other.

Post by **JRL** » 23 Nov 2013, 20:13

Buy OEM Volvo plugs (from many places)
You don't need to spend the extra from the dealer

quahog pearl · Post by **quahog pearl** » 24 Nov 2013, 10:53

plugs are $60 at FCP? wow. I just bought Volvo plugs from them Friday for my 03 S60 and they were half that. I know the 06 is a turbo, thicker head and a different plug, but I'm surprised it would be twice as much. I like FCP, but I'd shop around at that price.

Post by **oragex** » 24 Nov 2013, 16:13

I feel that the three 'electrodes' make a difference when accelerating.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/250914119831?ss ... 1438.l2649

otis44 · Post by **otis44** » 25 Nov 2013, 06:28

Search the oem part # on ebay, there is a set on there for $35 or offer plus free shipping.

Post by **vtl** » 26 Nov 2013, 22:56

oragex wrote:I feel that the three 'electrodes' make a difference when accelerating.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/250914119831?ss ... 1438.l2649

I don't

Volvo OE, NGK Platinum, cheapest copper core Bosch - all works well, can't feel any difference.

t4tees · Post by **t4tees** » 27 Nov 2013, 19:27

Take your pick of a O.E. quality plug. Keep in mind "Volvo" doesn't make spark plugs so why pay for the name. I believe Volvo plugs are Bosch. Look on the box for the country of origin if you'd like. I have NGK Iridium in my 2001. I like the Fine electrode & run them in all my cars.