Peugeot 208 A9
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
205–208 PS
1.6L THP 225 Benzin
French rocket for the anniversary
Legendary!101–131 PS
1.5L BlueHDi Diesel
6 weaknesses
Stay Away!Generations
Engine Overview
The Peugeot 208 A9 is available with 7 engine variants — from 54 to 208 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, 92–120 PS) comes with 2 different engines: DV6 (2012–2019, Stay Away!) and DV6 (2012–2019, Stay Away!). Pay attention to the model year for the 1.6L HDi!
The Peugeot 1.0L PureTech (Petrol, 68 PS) has the EB0 (1.0L PureTech) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.
The Peugeot 1.2L PureTech (Petrol, 82 PS) has the EB2 (1.2L PureTech) — rated: "Be Careful", 7 known weaknesses.
The Peugeot 1.4L VTi (Petrol, 95 PS) has the EP3 (1.4L VTi) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.
The Peugeot 1.6L THP 155 (Petrol, 156 PS) has the EP6CDT (1.6L THP 155) — rated: "Stay Away!", 6 known weaknesses.
The Peugeot 1.6L THP 225 (Petrol, 208 PS) has the EP6FADTX (1.6L THP 225) — rated: "Stay Away!", 6 known weaknesses.
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Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Rusty exhaust system The rear silencer is poorly or not at all rust-protected and corrodes surprisingly quickly, especially with short-trip use. Flex pipes also break frequently. The TÜV/MOT defect rate is significantly above average. Symptoms: Increasing exhaust noise, rattling under the car, visible rust on the silencer, exhaust smell when stationary. from 80,000 km | Low |
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Known Problems and Issues
A total of 64 weaknesses have been documented for the Peugeot 208 A9 (2012–2019) — 55 engine-related and 9 vehicle-related. 5 problem engines: DV6 (1.6L HDi), DV5 (1.5L BlueHDi), EP6FADTX (1.6L THP 225), EB2DT (1.2L PureTech 110), EP6CDT (1.6L THP 155). Typical issues affect Rust, Electronics, Brakes, Other.
208 (DV4, 2012–2019) — 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.
208 (DV6, 2012–2019) — Stay Away!: Turbocharger total failure from oil sludge, Leaking injectors with diesel in the engine oil, Premature camshaft and chain wear. Power: 92–99 PS.
208 (DV6, 2012–2019) — Stay Away!: Turbocharger total failure from oil sludge, Leaking injectors with diesel in the engine oil, Premature camshaft and chain wear. Power: 111–120 PS.
208 (DV6, 2015–2018) — Stay Away!: Turbocharger total failure from oil sludge, Leaking injectors with diesel in the engine oil, Premature camshaft and chain wear. Power: 75 PS.
208 (DV6, 2015–2019) — Stay Away!: Turbocharger total failure from oil sludge, Leaking injectors with diesel in the engine oil, Premature camshaft and chain wear. Power: 114–120 PS.
208 (DV5, 2018–2026) — Stay Away!: Premature timing chain wear — subject to recall, High-pressure pump seizes, Timing chain recall — warranty extension. Power: 102 PS.
208 (EP3, 2012–2019) — Be Careful: Timing chain stretch and tensioner failure, Oil consumption from cylinder bore wear, VVT solenoid valve for cam timing failed. Power: 95 PS.
208 (EB0, 2012–2015) — Be Careful: Oil-bath timing belt swells and disintegrates, Increased oil consumption, Water pump and thermostat fail prematurely. Power: 68 PS.
208 (EB2, 2012–2015) — Be Careful: Wet belt (oil-bath timing belt) premature wear, Crankshaft axial play from weak thrust washers, Crankshaft thrust washers wear quickly. Power: 82 PS.
208 (EP6CDT, 2012–2015) — Stay Away!: Timing chain stretch and tensioner failure, High-pressure pump wears out prematurely, Turbocharger failure due to oil starvation and coking. Power: 156 PS.
208 (EP6FADTX, 2014–2015) — Stay Away!: Timing chain stretch under extreme turbo load, Severe carbon build-up on intake valves, High oil consumption from coked oil control rings. Power: 208 PS.
208 (EB2, 2015–2019) — Be Careful: Wet belt (oil-bath timing belt) premature wear, Crankshaft axial play from weak thrust washers, Crankshaft thrust washers wear quickly. Power: 75–83 PS.
208 (EB2DT, 2015–2023) — Stay Away!: Wet belt disintegration — notorious main problem, Crankshaft axial play from weak thrust washers, Extreme oil consumption from coked piston rings. Power: 110 PS.
What to watch out for with the Peugeot 208? 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