Peugeot 5008 T87
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
The Peugeot 5008 T87 (2009–2016) is a seven-seat MPV on the 308 platform — not an SUV, but a high-riding van with a surprising amount of space. Three individually sliding and removable seats in the third row make it the most flexible space wonder in the PSA group. The 2013 facelift brought a new face and revised infotainment. Popular as a family car, cheap as a used buy — but with a few typical PSA weak spots.
Engine choice: The 1.6 HDi (DV6) with 112 hp is the most common engine — economical (6.0–7.0 l/100 km real), solid, plenty for everyday family use. Drive regularly with seven people and luggage, though, and you'll notice the power limit. The dual-mass flywheel causes grief from 150,000 km, replacement €800–1,200. The 2.0 HDi (DW10) with 150–163 hp is the better choice for a loaded 5008 — enough torque for motorway overtaking, but it demands prompt timing-belt changes every 120,000 km (€600–900). The only petrol is the 1.6 THP (EP6CDT) with 156 hp — and thus the familiar PSA-BMW problem child: undersized timing chain, weak chain tensioner, chain stretch from 60,000–80,000 km. Repair €1,500–3,000, a snapped chain = engine failure from €4,000. Oil consumption of 1–3 litres per 1,000 km is possible. Only buy a THP with a documented chain change.
The T87's Achilles heel is the driveshafts — the TÜV flags them three times more often than the class average. Gaiters split, joints wear out, especially on cars with higher mileage and loads. A seven-seater naturally gets fully loaded more often than an ordinary compact, and that puts more strain on the driveshafts. Replacement per side €300–500. When buying used, be sure to check the gaiters for cracks and listen for clicking noises on lock.
The AL4 automatic gearbox is again the biggest single weak point here — jerking, fault messages, limp mode. Solenoid valves wear, and without a regular oil change every 40,000 km the gearbox becomes a write-off candidate. Repair €1,500–2,500. Prefer the manual. Oil leaks on the engine are a recurring theme: valve-cover gasket, crankshaft seal — not dangerous, but a TÜV problem and unsightly in the car park. The exhaust system rusts through conspicuously fast on the T87 — thin-walled metal meets salted roads. The flex pipe and rear silencer are the prime candidates, replacement €300–600. The panorama roof (standard on many trim lines) can start leaking after 5–8 years — seals harden, drain channels clog. Water in the headliner is the warning sign, repair €400–800.
Test-drive checklist: watch the cold start (rattle = timing chain on the THP), turn the steering to full lock (clicking = driveshaft joint), test the AL4 in town traffic (jerking when pulling away), look for oil stains under the engine, look at the exhaust from underneath (rust at the flex pipe), feel the panorama-roof seals, try all three rows of seats (the individual-seat latches).
Market status 2026: pre-facelift 2009–2012 from €3,000–6,000, facelift 2013–2016 from €6,000–10,000. Insider pick: 2.0 HDi 150 Allure with the manual gearbox, built 2013–2016 — enough power for the loaded seven-seater, no THP risk, no AL4 drama.
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5008 · Diesel
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1.6L THP 150 Benzin
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Engine Overview
The Peugeot 5008 T87 is available with 7 engine variants — from 100 to 180 hp.
The most common PSA diesel (1.6L HDi, 68-85 kW), evolving through many stages from Euro 4 to Euro 6. THE defining problem is the turbocharger: the oil feed line clogs with soot particles and kills the TD025/GT1544V turbo — sometimes as early as 50,000 km. Injector seals, EGR carbon buildup, and DPF issues on short trips are additional trouble spots. With regular oil changes and highway driving, it remains a frugal, long-lasting engine.
- !! Turbocharger total failure from oil sludge from 100,000 km
The 1.6 HDi is notorious for repeated turbocharger failures. Soot particles in the oil alter viscosity, oil lines coke up and the turbocharger runs dry. A second failure after replacement without addressing the root cause is common.
Symptoms: Whistling from the turbocharger, severe power loss, blue or black exhaust smoke, oil leaking from turbo, engine enters limp mode - !! Leaking injectors with diesel in the engine oil from 120,000 km
The copper sealing rings on the injectors wear out, allowing combustion gases and diesel to enter the cylinder head. Oil dilution by diesel can lead to engine damage. Affects all 1.6 HDi variants.
Symptoms: Diesel smell at the dipstick, rising oil level, black deposits around injectors, rough engine running, hissing noises at the cylinder head with engine running - !! Premature camshaft and chain wear from 130,000 km
The cam-to-cam timing chain between inlet and exhaust camshafts can stretch or snap. Hydraulic chain tensioners fail, causing valve timing shift and in extreme cases engine damage.
Symptoms: Rattling on cold start, rough engine running, engine management light, power loss, in extreme cases sudden engine shutdown from chain snap
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Powerful PSA diesel (2.0L HDi, 100-133 kW) for mid-size cars and SUVs. Common-rail with turbo, later versions as BlueHDi with SCR catalyst and AdBlue. Fundamentally robust and long-lasting with high torque. Injectors and the turbocharger are the main wear items. Timing belt with water pump should be replaced at least every 160,000 km. DPF regeneration becomes problematic with short-trip driving patterns.
- !! Timing belt snap caused by defective water pump from 90,000 km
The plastic impeller of the water pump can disintegrate from as early as 50,000 km. Fragments enter the timing belt drive and cause the belt to snap with subsequent total engine destruction.
Symptoms: Coolant temperature rises unusually, coolant loss without visible leak, faint grinding or squealing from the timing belt drive, sudden engine shutdown when belt snaps - !! Dual-mass flywheel wear from 130,000 km
The dual-mass flywheel wears prematurely, especially on the 107 hp variant. Oil dilution from DPF regeneration accelerates wear. The clutch should always be renewed at the same time.
Symptoms: Squealing or clattering when starting and stopping the engine, pronounced vibrations at idle, juddering when pulling away, knocking at low revs under load - !! Leaking injectors causing oil dilution from 140,000 km
Leaking injectors allow diesel into the engine oil, drastically reducing its lubricity. The rising oil level is often overlooked. This can cause piston and bearing damage.
Symptoms: Diesel smell at the dipstick, oil level rises above maximum, strong exhaust smell inside the car, engine judders or knocks more than usual, increased fuel consumption
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Turbo version of the Prince engine (1.6L THP 150, 110 kW) — notorious for timing chain problems in early production years (2007-2012). The chain stretches, skips, and causes valve damage. From 2013 onward with an improved chain tensioner, the situation improved significantly. Oil consumption from piston rings and valve carbon buildup are additional classic weak spots. Plan for high-pressure fuel pump and thermostat housing as wear items.
- !! Timing chain stretch — notorious main problem from 80,000 km
The THP 150 is notorious for timing chain stretch. The hydraulic tensioner and plastic guide rails fail early. A jumped chain risks catastrophic engine damage. The problem particularly affects vehicles produced before 2013.
Symptoms: Loud rattling/clattering on cold start, rhythmic knocking, power loss, fault codes P0016/P0017, poor cold starting - !! Extreme oil consumption from 80,000 km
Many THP 150 engines consume alarmingly large amounts of oil from 80,000 km — sometimes 1 litre per 1,500–2,000 km. Causes are worn piston rings, turbocharger shaft seals and a defective crankcase ventilation system.
Symptoms: Oil level drops rapidly, bluish smoke under acceleration, oil smell, frequent topping up required - !! Turbocharger failure and wastegate malfunction from 80,000 km
The twin-scroll turbocharger of the THP 150 develops housing cracks from 60,000–80,000 km. The wastegate can develop leaks and lose the ability to hold boost pressure. Full turbocharger replacement is often required.
Symptoms: Boost pressure missing, power loss, whistling noise, black/blue smoke, engine management light
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Revised THP with 156 PS (115 kW) — slightly more powerful than the EP6DT. The timing chain remains the main problem: a full chain kit replacement costs 1,000-4,000 EUR depending on the extent of damage. Piston ring coking leads to increased oil consumption starting from 50,000 km. VVT solenoid valves clog from oil degradation. The turbocharger (Borgwarner K03) and high-pressure fuel pump are additional cost drivers. Only operate with short oil change intervals.
- !! Timing chain stretch and tensioner failure from 80,000 km
The hydraulic chain tensioner jams or fails; the chain stretches from around 70,000–90,000 km. Rattling on cold start that briefly subsides after warm-up. Continued operation risks catastrophic engine damage from incorrect valve timing.
Symptoms: Rattling on cold start at around 2,000–3,000 rpm, disappears after warm-up. In advanced stage: rattling on every cold start, engine management light - !! Increased oil consumption due to coked piston rings from 80,000 km
Piston rings coke up from deposits and lose their sealing effect. Oil consumption of 1 L/5,000 km is still considered normal by PSA; consumption above 1 L/1,000 km indicates compression problems. Poor oil quality or long oil change intervals are often the cause.
Symptoms: Blue exhaust cloud on cold start or under load, dropping oil level between change intervals, smoke when revving - !! High-pressure pump wears out prematurely from 90,000 km
Design weakness of the HP pump: excessive pressure against the shaft seal leads to premature wear. Fault code P0087 (rail pressure too low) is the typical result. PSA acknowledged the problem and offered goodwill coverage up to 150,000 km / 7 years.
Symptoms: Stumbling on cold start, fault P0087 (rail pressure too low), rail pressure 6–7 bar instead of 50 bar, engine runs normally again after restart
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1.6-liter naturally aspirated engine (88 kW) from the Prince engine family, a PSA/BMW joint development. The timing chain can stretch from 60,000-80,000 km onward — rattling on cold start is the warning sign. Valve cover gasket and VVT solenoid valves are additional wear points. The VVT actuator filter screens get clogged with old oil residue. With regular oil changes (5W-30, max. 15,000 km intervals) and chain monitoring, a decent daily driver engine.
- !! Timing chain stretch and tensioner failure from 100,000 km
The EP6 shares the Prince engine's timing chain problem. The hydraulic tensioner fails, the chain stretches and can jump. PSA revised the tensioner several times; significantly improved from 2013.
Symptoms: Rattling on cold start, rhythmic clattering at idle, power loss, engine management light P0016/P0017 - !! Increased oil consumption from 120,000 km
The EP6 VTi tends towards oil consumption from cylinder bore wear. Less pronounced than on the THP, but still relevant. Regular oil level checks are mandatory.
Symptoms: Oil level drops between change intervals, bluish smoke, elevated emissions at MoT/TÜV - !! Water pump leaking from 100,000 km
The water pump on the EP6 can develop leaks and in the worst case cause overheating. Coolant loss is often noticed too late. Replacement together with the timing chain makes sense.
Symptoms: Coolant loss, coolant warning, engine overheats, puddle under the car
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Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Front axle: thumping and top mount failure A thumping noise from the front axle is one of the most common weak points of the 5008 T87. Top mounts, shock absorbers and wishbone bushes wear comparatively early. Symptoms: Thumping or knocking from the front axle over bumps, creaking when turning, unsettled handling from 80,000 km | Medium | |
| CV boot tears / driveshaft issues CV boots tear at higher mileages, especially on the gearbox side. Grease leaks out and the joint wears quickly without lubrication. Early replacement recommended. Symptoms: Clicking noise when turning in corners; grease marks on inside of wheels; boot visibly torn from 100,000 km | Medium |
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A total of 50 weaknesses have been documented for the Peugeot 5008 T87 (2009–2017) — 40 engine-related and 10 vehicle-related. 4 problem engines: DV6 (1.6L HDi), DW10 (2.0L HDi), EP6DT (1.6L THP 150), EP6CDT (1.6L THP 155). Typical issues affect Suspension, Brakes, Interior, Cooling.
5008 (DV6, 2009–2019) — Stay Away!: Turbocharger total failure from oil sludge, Leaking injectors with diesel in the engine oil, Premature camshaft and chain wear. Power: 109–116 PS.
5008 (DW10, 2009–2023) — Stay Away!: Timing belt snap caused by defective water pump, Dual-mass flywheel wear, Leaking injectors causing oil dilution. Power: 150 PS.
5008 (DW10, 2009–2026) — Stay Away!: Timing belt snap caused by defective water pump, Dual-mass flywheel wear, Leaking injectors causing oil dilution. Power: 163 PS.
5008 (EP6, 2009–2013) — Be Careful: Timing chain stretch and tensioner failure, Increased oil consumption, Water pump leaking. Power: 120 PS.
5008 (EP6DT, 2009–2018) — Stay Away!: Timing chain stretch — notorious main problem, Extreme oil consumption, Turbocharger failure and wastegate malfunction. Power: 156 PS.
5008 (EP6CDT, 2009–2017) — Stay Away!: Timing chain stretch and tensioner failure, Increased oil consumption due to coked piston rings, High-pressure pump wears out prematurely. Power: 156 PS.
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Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee