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Peugeot 108 P1

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

3.0 / 5.0 · Based on 2 engine variants · How we rate

Engine Ratings

Be Careful 5 weaknesses
Be Careful 6 weaknesses

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
!ETG5 gearbox: jerky shifting

The automated manual ETG5 shifts harshly and judders particularly on pull-away and at low speeds. Clutch wear sets in early with city driving.

Symptoms: Judder and hesitation on pull-away, rough gear changes, clutch bite point creeping upward
from 60,000 km
Medium

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Known Problems and Issues +

A total of 24 weaknesses have been documented for the Peugeot 108 P1 (2014–2021) — 11 engine-related and 13 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Gearbox, Body, Brakes, HVAC.

108 (EB0, 2014–2021) — Be Careful: Oil-bath timing belt swells and disintegrates, Increased oil consumption, Water pump and thermostat fail prematurely. Power: 69–72 PS.

108 (1KR-FE, 2014–2021) — Be Careful: ECU failed — no-start and limp mode, Timing chain stretch from 100,000 km, Weak clutch — all pre-2009 model years. Power: 69–72 PS.

What to watch out for with the Peugeot 108? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Peugeot 108 P1 have? +
The Peugeot 108 P1 has 11 known engine weaknesses and 13 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Peugeot 108 P1? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Be careful: EB0 (1.0L PureTech), 1KR-FE (1.0L 3-Zylinder Toyota). No engine is rated 'Good Choice'.
Is the Peugeot 108 P1 worth buying used? +
The Peugeot 108 P1 requires careful consideration — choosing the right engine variant is crucial.
What horsepower variants are available for the Peugeot 108 P1? +
The Peugeot 108 P1 is available with engine variants from 68 to 72 hp. Petrol: EB0 (1.0L PureTech), 1KR-FE (1.0L 3-Zylinder Toyota).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee