Peugeot 206 T1
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
90–181 PS
2.0L HDi Diesel
Big engine, small car
Decent109 PS
1.6L 16V Benzin
6 weaknesses
Good Choice75–120 PS
1.6L HDi Diesel
6 weaknesses
Stay Away!Body Variants
The Peugeot 206 T1 is available as Hatchback and Convertible — choose your body type for specific insurance data:
Engine Overview
The Peugeot 206 T1 is available with 6 engine variants — from 54 to 181 hp. 1 variants had engine changes — the model year is crucial.
The Peugeot 1.4L HDi (Diesel, 68 PS) has the DV4 (1.4L HDi) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.
The Peugeot 1.6L HDi (Diesel, 90 PS) has the DV6 (1.6L HDi) — rated: "Stay Away!", 6 known weaknesses.
The Peugeot 2.0L HDi (Diesel, 90 PS) has the DW10 (2.0L HDi) — rated: "Stay Away!", 7 known weaknesses.
The Peugeot 1.4L 8V (Petrol, 75 PS) has the TU3 (1.4L 8V) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.
The Peugeot 1.6L 16V (Petrol, 109 PS) has the TU5 (1.6L 16V) — rated: "Good Choice", 6 known weaknesses.
The Peugeot 2.0L 16V (Petrol, 135–177 PS) comes with 2 different engines: EW10 (1998–2009, Be Careful) and EW10 (2003–2006, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the 2.0L 16V!
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Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Rust on sills and wheel arches Sills and wheel arches rust through on older 206s. Vehicles built before 2002 are particularly affected. Rotten sills fail the MOT/TÜV and require extensive welding repairs. Symptoms: Visible rust bubbles on the sills, crumbling areas on the rear wheel arches, rust perforation on the underside of the sills. | Medium | |
| Exhaust system rusts through early The exhaust system on the 206 is particularly rust-prone. Rear silencer and flex pipes can rust through after just a few years. Short-trip use makes matters worse as condensed water accelerates internal corrosion. Symptoms: Louder exhaust noise, rattling under the car, exhaust smell inside the cabin, visible rust on the exhaust, leak at the flex pipe. from 70,000 km | Low |
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Known Problems and Issues
A total of 47 weaknesses have been documented for the Peugeot 206 T1 (1998–2012) — 37 engine-related and 10 vehicle-related. 2 problem engines: DV6 (1.6L HDi), DW10 (2.0L HDi). Typical issues affect Rust, Suspension, Electronics, Brakes. Considered reliable: TU5 (1.6L 16V).
206 (DW10, 1999–2006) — Stay Away!: Timing belt snap caused by defective water pump, Dual-mass flywheel wear, Leaking injectors causing oil dilution. Power: 90 PS.
206 (DV4, 2001–2019) — Be Careful: Injectors seized in the cylinder head, EGR valve soots up and jams, Diesel particulate filter clogs during short-trip use. Power: 68 PS.
206 (DV6, 2004–2019) — Stay Away!: Turbocharger total failure from oil sludge, Leaking injectors with diesel in the engine oil, Premature camshaft and chain wear. Power: 90 PS.
206 (TU3, 1998–2009) — Be Careful: Head gasket leaking, Ignition coil module fails repeatedly, Thermostat sticks — engine overheats. Power: 75 PS.
206 (EW10, 1998–2009) — Be Careful: Ignition coil failure, Camshaft sensor failure, Electric thermostat defective. Power: 135–136 PS.
206 (EW10, 2003–2006) — Be Careful: Ignition coil failure, Camshaft sensor failure, Electric thermostat defective. Power: 177 PS.
What to watch out for with the Peugeot 206? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.
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Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee