Peugeot 508 W2
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
128–204 PS
2.2L HDi Diesel
Power saloon
Fun to Drive!140–156 PS
1.6L THP 150 Benzin
7 weaknesses
Stay Away!Body Variants
The Peugeot 508 W2 is available as Sedan and SW — choose your body type for specific insurance data:
Generations
Engine Overview
The Peugeot 508 W2 is available with 6 engine variants — from 75 to 204 hp. 2 variants had engine changes — the model year is crucial.
The Peugeot 1.6L HDi (Diesel, 111–120 PS) comes with 2 different engines: DV6 (2010–2018, Stay Away!) and DV6 (2010–2018, Stay Away!). Pay attention to the model year for the 1.6L HDi!
The Peugeot 2.0L HDi (Diesel, 136–163 PS) comes with 2 different engines: DW10 (2010–2018, Stay Away!) and DW10 (2010–2018, Stay Away!). Pay attention to the model year for the 2.0L HDi!
The Peugeot 2.2L HDi (Diesel, 204 PS) has the DW12 (2.2L HDi) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.
The Peugeot 2.0L HDi Hybrid4 (Diesel Hybrid, 200 PS) has the DW10-HY4 (2.0L HDi Hybrid4) — rated: "Be Careful", 7 known weaknesses.
The Peugeot 1.6L THP 150 (Petrol, 150–156 PS) has the EP6DT (1.6L THP 150) — rated: "Stay Away!", 7 known weaknesses.
The Peugeot 1.6L THP 155 (Petrol, 150–156 PS) has the EP6CDT (1.6L THP 155) — rated: "Stay Away!", 6 known weaknesses.
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Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension springs break prematurely Broken suspension springs are among the most common TÜV/MOT failures on the 508 I. Particularly the rear springs break at their ends and can prevent an MOT pass. Symptoms: Rattling over bumps, car sits lower on one side, visible spring breakage on inspection from 80,000 km | Low | |
| Rear axle: springs and shock absorbers wear early Alongside the known spring failures, shock absorbers and rear axle rubber bushes on the 508 I also wear prematurely. Particularly at higher mileages over 120,000 km rear axle behaviour deteriorates noticeably. Symptoms: Thumping from the rear axle, car bounces longer after road bumps, unsettled ride at higher speed, oil traces on rear shock absorbers. from 120,000 km | Medium |
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Known Problems and Issues
A total of 54 weaknesses have been documented for the Peugeot 508 W2 (2010–2018) — 45 engine-related and 9 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, Electronics, Interior, Other.
508 (DV6, 2010–2019) — Stay Away!: Turbocharger total failure from oil sludge, Leaking injectors with diesel in the engine oil, Premature camshaft and chain wear. Power: 111–116 PS.
508 (DV6, 2010–2019) — 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.
508 (DW10, 2010–2018) — Stay Away!: Timing belt snap caused by defective water pump, Dual-mass flywheel wear, Leaking injectors causing oil dilution. Power: 136–140 PS.
508 (DW10, 2010–2026) — Stay Away!: Timing belt snap caused by defective water pump, Dual-mass flywheel wear, Leaking injectors causing oil dilution. Power: 163 PS.
508 (DW12, 2010–2018) — Be Careful: Turbocharger bearing damage from oil starvation, Injectors seized in the cylinder head, EGR valve sticks. Power: 204 PS.
508 (DV6, 2014–2019) — 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.
508 (DW10, 2014–2023) — Stay Away!: Timing belt snap caused by defective water pump, Dual-mass flywheel wear, Leaking injectors causing oil dilution. Power: 150 PS.
508 (DW10, 2014–2026) — Stay Away!: Timing belt snap caused by defective water pump, Dual-mass flywheel wear, Leaking injectors causing oil dilution. Power: 177–181 PS.
508 (EP6DT, 2010–2018) — Stay Away!: Timing chain stretch — notorious main problem, Extreme oil consumption, Turbocharger failure and wastegate malfunction. Power: 150–156 PS.
508 (EP6CDT, 2010–2014) — Stay Away!: Timing chain stretch and tensioner failure, High-pressure pump wears out prematurely, Turbocharger failure due to oil starvation and coking. Power: 150–156 PS.
508 (EP6CDTX, 2014–2018) — Be Careful: Timing chain stretch (improved but not eliminated), Carbon build-up on intake valves from direct injection, High-pressure pump wears prematurely. Power: 165 PS.
508 (DW10-HY4, 2011–2018) — Be Careful: Hybrid high-voltage battery capacity loss, Inverter failure, Hybrid system fault — electric motor control. Power: 163 PS.
What to watch out for with the Peugeot 508? 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